Signal lamp of the French railroads SNCF, circa 1900.
The lamp is made of brass and colored glass (clear glass on the front, red on the left and blue on the right). Inside the lamp is a circular mirror to enhance the strength of the light. A signal lamp used by the SNCF (Société nationale des chemins de fer français, SNCF, French: National Society of French Railways) in late 19th and early 20th century railroad communications (conductor, stationmaster, etc.). On the base of the lamp and its top, the inscription "SNCF". On the handle at the back stamped No. 344, punched at 322. On the back of the upper part of the lamp the maker's signature ("DEHAIL & GRENIER / PARIS").
France, circa 1900.
Dimensions:
- height: 35 cm,
- width: 15.5 cm,
- length: 18.5 cm.
