Antique Industrial Adlake Switch Lamp Train Railroad Caboose Lantern (Chicago) Americana - Electrified

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Adams and Westlake Adlake non-sweating caboose lamp or switch lantern. Raised lettering beneath the eave of the lid reads "B.R."; … Read more Adams and Westlake Adlake non-sweating caboose lamp or switch lantern. Raised lettering beneath the eave of the lid reads "B.R."; raised lettering along the lid reads "The Adlake Non-Sweating Lamp Chicago." Modified with eletrical light or lamp fixture inside.
This piece has been professionally modified and in working order. Gives off a warm glow and really sets a relaxing vibe. I have had this piece displayed in my home for a short while now and nearly every person that visits me is immedietly drawn to it. It REALLY sets the mood/vibe of the room. Great piece!

Height: 18 in x width: 9 in x depth: 9 in.drawn to it. I have had countless offers !

Any Adlake (Adams & Westlake Co.) railroad lantern embossed with "Chicago" indicates manufacturing in Chicago. If it features "The Adlake Non-Sweating Lamp Chicago," it was produced between the 1890s and 1927, prior to the company relocating to Elkhart,

More info/History: Much like one of today’s showbiz power couples, the partnership of Chicago railroad supply magnates John McGregor Adams and William Westlake produced its own linguistic portmanteau in the late 1800s, as the name “ADLAKE” (combining ADams and WestLAKE) soon evolved into their company’s primary identity. See less