Instantaneous light device

Made:: 1807

Instantaneous light device consisting of an electrophorus on which is mounted a Kipps apparatus in cut glass - dating probably to about 1807

This example is similar in principle to the 'Temple of Vesta', but was probably of French manufacture and a year of two later in origin. The hydrogen generator follows more closely the familiar form of 'Kipps Apparatus'.

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Category:: Firemaking

Object Number:: 1950-232

type:: light device

credit:: Grabham, George Walter

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Instantaneous light device, 1807

A Kipps apparatus in cut glass, on a wooden mount. The mount is square, with a small star design in metal on one side, possibly a drawer. On top of this is a glass container with metal detailing. And two other components including a tall stand, which appears to have a candle on top.