Reference NumberMIMM/2009-1/110
TitleGlass Spirit Lamp
Date1900-1949
DescriptionThis is a clear glass bottle with a cotton wick inserted into a white ceramic collar. It was used as a spirit lamp, where flammable liquid or oil would have been placed inside the bottle to soak the wick. The bottle is now empty, with only some cotton remaining inside. Additionally, it features an embossed white letter โ€œAโ€. Signs of wear and tear present.
Extent1 item
Dimensions155mm x 50mm
Digital CollectionsView online in our digital collections
Credit LineRoyal College of Physicians of Ireland
Object NameLamp
TermParasites
Organic Chemicals
Persons
CodePersonNameDates
DS/UK/5768Murnane; John I. (1888-1969); Physician1888-1969
DS/UK/5769Murnane; Irene Alice (1903-2006); Locum Doctor1903-2006
DS/UK/2271Sexton; William Henry (1894-1961); physician1894-1961
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