Bidspirit auction | Late 19th Utica NY Century

Late 19th Utica NY Century White Manf'g Co. 'U.F.D.' Fire Brass Vehicle Lamp, Patented 1874 - An antique vehicle lamp, likely for a carriage or early automobile, manufactured by WHITE MANF'G Co. of BRIDGEPORT CONN. The lamp is constructed primarily from brass or bronze with some silver-toned metal components, reflecting a late 19th-century utilitarian design. The circular front lens is prominently embossed with the letters 'U.F.D.'. Utica Fire Department An oval plaque on the side identifies the manufacturer and notes patent dates of 'FEB & AUG 1874'.