LAMP, FINGER
Geography
Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Canada
MediumGlass; Metal
DimensionsA: 16 x 12 x 36 cm
B: 19 x 8.5 x 28.5 cm
C: 4.5 x 6.5 x 21 cm
Object numberHF.09.06.50 A-C
DescriptionA) Glass oil lamp with a circular domed base that is decorated with a flower and leaf motif. The stem is cylindrical narrowing toward the top and is decorated with a petal design. The bowl is circular with a flat top and bottom, the side of the bowl is decorated with a swirl design. Attached to the stem and the base is a half heart shaped 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. Narrow part of the chimney flares to a scalloped edge.
C)Metal burner with hinged lid and four prongs to hold chimney.
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