Lamp - Masthead
Maker and role
Perkins Marine Lamp and Hardware Corporation, Manufacturer
Production date
Early 20th Century
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Object detail
Accession number
2006.261
Description
Massive American masthead lamp from the early part of the last century. This imposing ship's running lamp is constructed entirely of thick-walled copper with heavy cast all brass fittings. The front of the lamp is affixed with the embossed brass maker's tag reading "PERKINS MARINE LAMP & HDWE CORP, BROOKLYN, N.Y., U.S.A." The top of the lamp has a folding bail handle and a hinged chimney cover to allow inspection of the interior. It is fitted with two heavy riveted mounting brackets on each side which would have allowed it to be slid on and off its mast bracket for servicing. Inasmuch as this lamp is primarily copper, not brass, it represents Perkins' premium quality manufacture. Copper, being an elemental metal, is more expensive and less subject to deterioration in the harsh maritime environment than are its brass alloy and galvanized counterparts.
Marks
Perkins Marine Lamp...
Brooklyn N.Y. U.S.A. Maker's Mark
Brooklyn N.Y. U.S.A. Maker's Mark
Media/Materials
Credit Line
Perkins Marine Lamp and Hardware Corporation. Early 20th Century. Lamp - Masthead, 2006.261. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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