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Lighthouse lens

Date1942-1950
Mediumiron and glass on pedestal
ClassificationsTools and Implements
Dimensions177.8 × 30.5 cm, 113.4kg (70 × 12 inches, 250lb.)
Credit LineCourtesy of the Demo Museum
Object number1942.38.016
Descriptionlens from lighthouse in Angel Island State Park collection that was not in use on the island
On View
Not on view
Collections
  • GS Demo Package
  • Glass Highlights
Locations
  • Exhibition   Demo Museum (Hanover Square), Level 1, Historical, Gallery
ProvenanceMelvin Jenkins, the husband of the donor, was a collector of lighthouse memorabilia.
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