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Diacon lamps

Scope note

Mechanical lamps similar to Carcel lamps in that they contain a clockwork movement in the base actuating a pump which forces oil through a tube from the reservoir to the wick. The distinction between Diacon and Carcel lamps is unclear.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000180138

Broader Terms used

<mechanical lamps>

Term used for

lamps, Diacon

Equivalent Terms used

Diacon lamp

Created

12yrs ago

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