GEORG MÜLLER 'NACHTSCHWALBE' (Nightswallow)
This is the second version of the Nachtschwalbe Lantern by Georg Müller. On the fount, it is stamped with D.R.G.M. in a circle. Deutsches Reichs-Gebrauchsmuster = Utility model of the German Reich. There is also a symbol that resembles the 'division' symbol, but I do not know what it may represent. The top of the tube cap is also stamped D.R.G.M. The cap is held in place by a cotter pin.
The globe is original and one of a kind. The nightswallow is embossed on the globe and underneath is 'NACHTƧCHWALBE'. The 'S' was carved into the oak mold backwards and then the globe was produced. It is quite amazing that this error was not discovered and the globe destroyed. The Germans would have not seldom tolerated this type of a mistake.
*THE GLOBE HAS A FLAW THAT LOOKS TO BE A CRACK, BUT IT CAN NOT BE FELT ON EITHER SIDE OF THE GLOBE NOR ON THE RIM*
Given that this lantern is over 109 years old, it is in amazing condition. The rust was a challenge and some parts of the lantern were extremely fragile. The burner was severely 'frozen' in the lantern and took over 3 days in Kroil to finally free it.
CIRCA: 1908
Mel-Owner (Wednesday, 09 October 2019 13:51)
Hello Maria,
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María Plaza (Wednesday, 09 October 2019 12:12)
Hello, I found a body of a possible lamp. It's a metallic tank with the inscription D.R.G.M. Nº195022. It has only two holes: one on the center, and another small one by the side. It's probably made of brass. It was found in the city of Valdivia, southern Chile. Do you have any information about this type of lamps? Do you have any mail where I can send some photos?
Best,
María