French locomotive headlamp from the former SNCF steam depot at Bordeaux St. Louis, the principal station that linked Bordeaux to Le Verdon, a line that closed completely in 1978, the line having been shortened by 900 metres in 1968. Standing a full 22in tall, with a front lens diameter of 11in, this, ex-service condition headlamp is complete with copper chimney and brass embellishments. Brass plated BORDEAUX St. LOUIS and S.N.C.F. 3715 4, the lamp retains its original paraffin reservoir, burner and glass
Category:
Lamps Loco
Auction: November 2017, Lot: 116
Sold for: GBP£400