Torch

Production date
1914-1918
 Description
A brown leather covered torch with rounded sides and a small protruding lamp. The base is hinged to give access to the battery. The flashlight is called "This electric battery torch is covered with brown leather and has a box lid secured by a tab and a stud. The lid is shaped to fit over the domed lamp to direct the light downward. The right switch on the top is an On/OFF switch and the other is for signalling. Two belt loops are fixed to the back. " THE ORILUX / J. H. STEWARD LTD / 406, STRAND, / LONDON " is marked on a plaque attached to the top.
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Artist/Maker
Production role
Manufacturer
Production date
1914-1918
Production place
England/London
Classification
Lighting Device/Building Furnishings
Credit line
Torches like this one were popular private purchases from military equipment retailers during World War I.
Accession number
A86.432
Collection type
Social History
Material
Metal
Leather
Glass

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