LITTON LANE Antique Style Dark Iron Railway Oil Lantern, 8 in. x 11 in.

Railway lanterns were hung at crossings, switches, stations, and the backs of cabooses to signal the train conductor, station, and other trains. This lantern is crafted to replicate an authentic antique railway lantern that is over 100 years old. This handled lantern is made from black iron with natural rust throughout its cylindrical body and a fisheye glass lens to magnify the interior light. This iron lantern was crucial in allowing the conductor to see from a great distance both day and night. Open the door with the slide latch to reveal the interior of this square lantern. A metal handle makes for easy carrying.Square antique style lantern made from 100% iron with a layered, round, clear glass lens used to illuminate railways and signal to conductorReplicates 100 years of wear and usage to create unique characteristics with age throughout the black iron body with rust detail, hinges, bolts, iron cap and handle all made from antique ironLarge lantern measures 8 in. L x 4 in. W x 11 in. HCrafted in Indi...