I call this the Honest Lantern, based on a 1787 print of “Diogenes looking for an honest man.” I developed this pattern based on several period images. I had to make some assumptions about the construction as I had not seen an original lantern like this.
Measurements: About 8” tall. The body is about 4” in diameter.
Finish: Black, Bright or Red, with amber or lite-colored panes. I can also make these with natural mica, which is more period correct and much more transparent.
Candle cup is sized for a tea lite or small votive candle.
The panes are mica products that simulate horn panes. The finish is intended to resemble a lantern that has been used and repainted multiple times, with visible brush marks and imperfections.
Each lantern is made by hand, one at a time. There can be significant differences in the appearance of the finish compared to the photos.
I am backed up on orders through mid-November. Please note that it will be at least December before new orders are ready.
I call this the Honest Lantern, based on a 1787 print of “Diogenes looking for an honest man.” I developed this pattern based on several period images. I had to make some assumptions about the construction as I had not seen an original lantern like this.
Measurements: About 8” tall. The body is about 4” in diameter.
Finish: Black, Bright or Red, with amber or lite-colored panes. I can also make these with natural mica, which is more period correct and much more transparent.
Candle cup is sized for a tea lite or small votive candle.
The panes are mica products that simulate horn panes. The finish is intended to resemble a lantern that has been used and repainted multiple times, with visible brush marks and imperfections.
Each lantern is made by hand, one at a time. There can be significant differences in the appearance of the finish compared to the photos.
I am backed up on orders through mid-November. Please note that it will be at least December before new orders are ready.
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