ASSORTED PATTERN AND PATENTED KEROSENE FINGER LAMPS, LOT OF FOUR, colorless, three applied and one molded handles, two patented Dillaway examples with Wavy shoulder pattern; an example with swirled panels and Atterbury's patent of "PATENTED "FEB 11, 1862"; and an example with patent of "PATENTED JULY 18 72" to the shoulder, ribbed pattern handle; each with a period collar. Two examples fitted with a period slip burner. Second half 19th century. 3 1/2" to 4 1/2" H to top of collars.
Provenance:Michael Carter collection, Hanover, PA.
One Dillaway undamaged, remaining three examples with damage. One burner undamaged, remaining with light denting.