Combination running light from launch REX

combination running light

SHIP & BOAT GEAR - LIGHTS - RUNNING

W. & Sons
circa 1910
brass; glass
overall: 10 x 7 1/2 x 6 in.

Combination running light from launch REX (built 1910). Burnished brass with one red and one green glass panel, clear round convex glass in center. Back panel has hinged door with sliding lock and hanging bracket. Contains small, round oil lamp (a) which has embossed on wick knob "SURPRISE/ W. & SONS".

2002.71