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LAMP, FINGER

Geography Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada
MediumGlass; Metal
DimensionsA: 8 x 8.5 x 26 cm B: 16.5 x 5.5 x 17.5 cm C: 4 x 4.5 x 13.5 cm
Object numberHF.09.06.163 A-C
DescriptionA) Glass oil lamp with a circular base that is part of the bowl. The bowl is conical with a rounded top and is decorated with a ribbed design. Attached to the side of the bowl is a semi-circular finger loop.
B) Traditional bulb-shaped lamp chimney; likely a reproduction; clear in colour; no decorations or markings. Chimney extends vertically then forms a vaguely tear drop shaped section then narrows to the top of the chimney.
C) Metal burner with pronged collar to hold chimney.