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LAMP, FINGER

Geography Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada
DimensionsA: 17 x 12.5 x 37 cm B: 19.5 x 9 x 27.5 cm C: 4.5 x 6.5 x 20 cm
Object numberHF.09.06.119 A-C
DescriptionA)A) Glass oil lamp with a scalloped base that transitions smoothly to the stem. The base and stem have a petal design. The bowl is circular with a rounded top and bottom. The bowl is also decorated with four horizontal ovals that form flat sides. Each of the ovals is green in color and has an image showing the personification of each of the four seasons.
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. Narrow part of the chimney flares to a scalloped edge.
C) Metal burner with hinged cover and four prongs to hold chimney.