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New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Whale Oil Lamp
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Whale Oil Lamp

Manufacturer Unknown
CultureAmerican
MediumBlown glass
DimensionsOverall: 6 in. (15.2 cm)
Base: 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.3992
Not on view
DescriptionWhale oil lamp of clear glass with a slight bluish tint. Many minute imperfections. Blown. Round font. Solid triple knob stem with an attached wish bone type of handle. Attached saucer-like foot. Rough pontil.

New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
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Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
ca. 1828-1835
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
New England Glass Company
ca. 1820
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
ca. 1830
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Boston & Sandwich Glass Co.
ca. 1830
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
Unknown
ca. 1800-1835
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
ca. 1830-1840
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.
ca. 1830-1840
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.
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ca. 1820