SLM.1996.78
Museum
The Museum of Scottish Lighthouses
Date
1787
Object Number
SLM.1996.78
Title

Parabolic Reflector with facetted mirror; designed by Thomas Smith

Object Category
Reflector/Lamp
Object Name
Parabolic Reflector
Description

The parabolic reflector was one of a set of 17 used at Kinnaird Head Lighthouse. A whale oil lamp burned on wicks in the centre to produce the light.

Acquisition Number
SLM.1996.78
Location
Stevenson Gallery/Museum