Rare German Hurricane Lantern – Mammut by Lohmann & Ruhland (Circa 1910)
Add an extraordinary and historically significant piece to your collection with this rare Mammut hurricane lantern, manufactured by Lohmann & Ruhland, Düsseldorf around 1910. This imposing lantern stands out for its size and its original glass, marked with:
Mammut Werke MBH.
The lantern also retains its original plate, though most of the text is faded. While not all parts are original, this piece remains highly collectible and functional:
- The protective cage is a replacement and slightly undersized, meaning the glass-lift mechanism only works when the cage is removed.
- The wick cap is also a replacement (likely originally brass).
- Minor imperfections: signs of age on the top, one glass-lift guide partially detached, and a dent in the air tube.
Despite these details, this is a very rare hurricane lantern that still works perfectly and makes a stunning addition to any collection or as authentic vintage lighting for home, garden, or camping.
Key Features:
- Brand: Lohmann & Ruhland (Germany)
- Model: Mammut
- Estimated production: circa 1910
- Height (without handle): 39 cm
- Glass: original and marked
- Condition: vintage, with authentic signs of age
- Equipped with a new wick and in working order
- Not treated against rust – for long-term outdoor use, additional protection is recommended
This is a rare opportunity to own a German Mammut hurricane lantern, a true collector’s item from the early 20th century.