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Rare Antique Train Signal Lantern – A. Butin Paris (c. 1920-1930) – SNCF
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Unique, highly collectible railway signal lamp from A. Butin, Paris, complete and in working condition. Used by the French National Railways (SNCF), with rare design elements.
Key features:
Original pull glass chimney, rare and perfectly matched to the lamp
Rotating reservoir and reflector system operated by a lever underneath, switching between clear and red glass, a feature almost never seen
Robust construction with a secure closure and patina
Used as a hand lamp and signal light for railway operations and shunting, with a top handle for carrying.
Height (incl. handle): 40 cm
Width: 14 cm
Estimated period: 1920–1930
Shows authentic signs of age (see photos).
