{"product_id":"rare-railway-hand-lamp-signal-lantern-g-knodt-frankfurt-for-k-e-d-saarbrucken-c-1900-1918","title":"Rare Railway Hand Lamp \/ Signal Lantern – G. Knodt Frankfurt for K.E.D. Saarbrücken (c. 1900–1918)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and fascinating \u003cstrong\u003erailway hand lamp \/ signal lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e manufactured by \u003cstrong\u003eG. Knodt Frankfurt A\/M\u003c\/strong\u003e for \u003cstrong\u003eK.E.D. Saarbrücken\u003c\/strong\u003e, part of the German Royal Railways around \u003cstrong\u003e1900–1918\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThis is an exceptional oil‑burning signal lamp with a beautiful combination of materials: a brass top, wooden handle, black painted body, and copper rivets. It appears to be completely original and intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special feature is the \u003cstrong\u003ered signal lens\u003c\/strong\u003e, which can be stored in a holder at the back and positioned in front of the main glass when needed. This means the lamp was used both as a \u003cstrong\u003ehand lantern\u003c\/strong\u003e and as a \u003cstrong\u003erailway signal light\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rear brass plaques make this piece even more remarkable:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lower plaque is stamped \u003cstrong\u003e“G. Knodt Frankfurt A\/M”\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming the maker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbove it, a crown with the inscription \u003cstrong\u003e“K.E.D. Saarbrücken”\u003c\/strong\u003e (Königliche Eisenbahndirektion).\u003cbr\u003eBased on these marks, the lamp can be dated between \u003cstrong\u003e1895 and 1918\u003c\/strong\u003e, most likely around \u003cstrong\u003e1910–1918\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is complete, fully functional, and still fitted with its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal burner\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eFor its age, the lamp is in wonderful, authentic condition, showing only the expected signs of time, which contribute to its character and historic appeal. It has been fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003enew wick\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly decorative and atmospheric oil lamp — perfect for collectors, railway enthusiasts, industrial‑style interiors, or anyone looking for a unique vintage accent piece.\u003cbr\u003eA true eye‑catcher in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 cm (including handle)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage with signs of age — see photos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rare Oil Lamps","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52847754707280,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/6620\/2448\/files\/IMG20260325211428.jpg?v=1774475168","url":"https:\/\/rareoillamps.com\/products\/rare-railway-hand-lamp-signal-lantern-g-knodt-frankfurt-for-k-e-d-saarbrucken-c-1900-1918","provider":"Rare Oil Lamps","version":"1.0","type":"link"}