Gas Burner
V.F.L, Berlin, Germany
about 1900
On a round base, a circular disk with holes on top and 3 brackets to support something over holes. Gas intake tube on one side. Holes are 2 sizes. Small ones form a small circle in the center of the disk with 8 spokes (lines of holes) radiating to outer edge. At the outer edge, 3 large holes in between the "spokes." Raised letters on base "V.F.L. BERLIN. N." Material: cast iron, brass.
Overall: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm)
Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth: Allen King Collection of Scientific Instruments, Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College
2002.1.34177
Geography
Place Made: Germany, Europe
Period
20th century
Object Name
Scientific Instrument
Research Area
Scientific Instrument
Scientific Instrument: Heat
Not on view
Provenance
Source unknown; catalogued into the Allen King Collection of Scientific Instruments, 2002.
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