Extremely Rare Antique Ship’s Lantern – Anchor Light by P.J. Endenburg (c.1850–1875)

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Extremely rare antique ship's lantern, an anchor light by P.J. Endenburg, believed to date from 1850–1875. Notable for its sliding door design, rarely seen in maritime lamps of this era.

Key features:
Maker: P.J. Endenburg
Estimated production date: mid-19th century (c.1850–1875)
Height (excluding handle): approx. 57 cm
Width: approx. 24 cm
Fuel: petroleum (fitted with a new wick)
Condition: significant signs of age; handle is loose and purely decorative; some rust holes near the brass plate; sliding door was broken and repaired (visible glue marks); base previously drilled for electrification, now sealed and restored for petroleum use; original dead-flame burner replaced with a Kosmos burner; upper housing no longer locks via bayonet fitting, sits on top

Not intended for practical use — mainly a decorative piece.

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