Antique Brass Maritime Signal Lantern

For Sale by Auction in
Columbus, Ohio, US

Crafted from aged brass, this antique maritime signal lantern features a heavy, cylindrical body topped with a ventilated heat chimney to release smoke and heat from an internal flame. The front of this lantern showcases a glass lens protected by vertical metal bars and is flanked by two large, angular metal shrouds designed to direct…

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Columbus, Ohio, United States (US)

Item description:

Crafted from aged brass, this antique maritime signal lantern features a heavy, cylindrical body topped with a ventilated heat chimney to release smoke and heat from an internal flame. The front of this lantern showcases a glass lens protected by vertical metal bars and is flanked by two large, angular metal shrouds designed to direct or shield the beam of light. True to age, a weathered, oxidized finish reveals decades of exposure, highlighting this lantern’s history as a durable piece of nautical equipment. In good to fair condition, with significant wear and patina consistent with age and usage throughout. See photos for details.