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Railway technical lantern, H. Luchaire, 20’s - France
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Technical railway lantern, H. Luchaire, 1920s - France
Material: Iron, glass
Company: H. Luchaire
Period: 1920s
Country of origin: France
Good condition commensurate with its age and use
Dimensions: 30 x 8 x 8 cm
Antique technical railway lantern made of black lacquered iron, with a prismatic body and patinated bronze top finial. The side glass panes, colored in shades of red and green, acted as light signaling filters, essential for railway traffic communication and safety. The lantern retains its original structure, with a hinged side door and a top handle for carrying or hanging.
Inside, there is a compartment for the oil burner, which illuminated the lantern through a perforated upper ventilation system, typical of French manufacturers of the early 20th century.
The piece bears an engraved plaque with the inscription "H. Luchaire", a manufacturer of technical instruments and lighting, founded in 1720 in Paris. The company, with a long family tradition, moved in 1913 to the Rue de la Chapelle in Saint-Ouen, where it continued to produce precision maritime and railway lanterns.
An object of engineering and industrial design that combines utility and beauty, a testament to French interwar technical refinement and the functional elegance of honest materials.
Shipping of the product will be paid by the buyer according to the dimensions, weight, and destination. We will contact you to arrange the delivery and agree on a quote. Shipping costs include custom-made professional packaging and personalized shipping, with a tracking number and warranty. The buyer is responsible for paying import duties and associated taxes in the destination country, if applicable. Please note the seller's disclaimer of liability for any customs charges, as these are levied in the destination country and the amount payable is determined by that country's customs office.
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ConditionGoodColorsGreen, Red, BlackMaterialGlassNumber of items1Height30 cmWidth8 cmDepth8 cmSigns of usageStains, Dents, Rust, Crack, Scratches
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Valladolid, SpainOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 1 sale