Lantern

NameLantern

Artist Kevork

DateLate 19th century

Place madeIstanbul, Istanbul, Turkey, West Asia, Asia

MediumMetal (brass)

Dimensions11 X 11 X 12 (when fully extended)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, FA.2012.57.3

Object numberFA.2012.57.3

DescriptionThis lantern has a circular lid at the top on which a number of fragmented diamond shaped holes are present. The lid is also surrounded by a circle composed of square holes. The handle on the top has a moveable hook in the middle. When lifted with a handle the latern will extend like an accordian. The diamond shaped holes are present along the boundary on the bottom of the lantern. On the bottom is also a floral element situated in the middle with six bigger protruding parts and six smaller ones around the circle of the floral element.