Railway Supply & Lantern Co. “Waldron” Railroad Lantern Vintage-Style Advertisement Print – 16" × 20"
Bring a piece of classic American railroad and lantern manufacturing history to your collection with this 16" × 20" reproduction print featuring the Railway Supply & Lantern Co. “Waldron” Railroad Lantern.
The artwork showcases the distinctive Waldron railroad lantern, accompanied by advertising for the Railway Supply & Lantern Co. of Chicago, identified as the sole manufacturer of “Waldron” R.R. and “Elgin” Tubular Lanterns and a dealer in railroad specialties of all kinds.
Alongside the lantern is a reproduction of the historic J. B. Deeds Wick Adjuster and Trimmer for Lamps patent drawing, U.S. Patent No. 283,217, patented August 14, 1883. Multiple patent figures show the construction and operation of the mechanism, along with the period inventor and witness signatures.
The design retains the appearance of a late-19th-century railroad equipment advertisement, with lightly colorized brass, steel, blue-gray, cream, tan, and black tones complementing the original engraved-style illustrations and Victorian typography.
The bottom of the advertisement identifies the company's office and factory at 52 North Clinton Street, Chicago, completing the period trade-advertisement appearance.
With its combination of railroad history, lantern manufacturing, Victorian advertising, and original patent imagery, this print makes a great addition to an antique lantern collection, railroadiana collection, man cave, train room, antique shop, office, museum-style display, or vintage home décor.
Product Details
- Size: 16" × 20"
- Subject: “Waldron” Railroad Lantern
- Company: Railway Supply & Lantern Co. — Chicago
- Patent: J. B. Deeds Wick Adjuster and Trimmer for Lamps
- Patent No.: 283,217
- Patent Date: August 14, 1883
- Theme: Victorian railroad lantern and equipment advertising
- Features the Waldron R.R. and Elgin Tubular Lanterns
- Includes detailed historic patent drawings
- Lightly colorized in restrained period-inspired tones
- Victorian typography and engraved illustration style
- Frame NOT included — frame shown for display purposes only
Print Options
- Giclée printing for sharp detail and excellent color reproduction
- Semi-Gloss/Satin: approximately 180–230 g/m²
Shipping
The print is shipped rolled for protection during transit.
Blank products are sourced from the USA.
Care Instructions
If dust collects on the print, gently wipe the surface with a clean, dry, soft cloth. Avoid moisture and harsh cleaning products.
Please note: This is a modern reproduction-style print inspired by historic Railway Supply & Lantern Co. advertising and period patent material, not an original 19th-century advertisement. Frame is not included.
