Clear Glass Kerosene lamp, 1910s-1930s

By Bluehouse1, 21 August, 2011
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Utilitarian kerosene lamp, 1910s-1930s.  Used in the 1930s in southern MN because the land owner would not pay for one power pole to connect his renters' farm home to the REA's line along the highway.  This item is beautiful, gives off a nice glow and probably has a replacement glass shade.

Category
Lamps and Chandeliers
Medium
Clear glass and metal (brass)
Distinguishing marks
US Manufacturer, illegible on the wick wheel
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
apx 18 inches high
Date Period
1910s to 1930s
Weight
under 5 lbs
History
This was used in the 1930s on a farm in Southern MN by a family who moved to a non-electrified farm from a modern house in town. They said it was like going back 20 years in time. Utilitarian object. Probably has a replacement shade.
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Price Paid (If known)
unknown
For Sale?
No
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