Antique Handlan Railroad Kerosene Table Lamp Brass Iron St. Louis MO Collectible
Antique Handlan Railroad Kerosene Table Lamp with brass tank, heavy cast Iron base, and a brass Eagle brand burner. All parts are secure and look very functional. It is thought this heavy base lamp was made for the railroad due to its stability during movement. It stands 10.5" tall, 5.5" wide at the base, and 6 wide at the tank. Handlan, which started operations in 1856, produced various lighting products for the railroad. The exact age of this lamp is unknown at this time. The glass globe/chimney is missing.