Maker
Roswell Gleason(American, 1799–1887, active 1822–1871)American, 1799–1887, active 1822–1871
CultureAmerican
Titles
- Burning-Fluid Lamp
Datec. 1840–1860
Made inDorchester, Massachusetts, United States
MediumPewter
Dimensions8 × 3 5/8 in. diameter (20.3 × 9.2 cm)
Credit LineThe Bayou Bend Collection, gift of Barbara E. Butler in memory of her husband, Dr. James J. Butler
Object numberB.2006.23
Current Location
Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens
Texas Room
On view
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Department
Bayou BendObject Type
Provenance Research Ongoing Inscriptions, Signatures and Marks
Marked on bottom: R. GLEASON
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c. 1857
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Hand-colored wood engraving
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