The item pictured is a small candle lantern (or candle holder) made of brass and glass. Its design and usage history draw inspiration from functional lanterns used between the late 19th and mid-20th centuries. In terms of design, the lantern is inspired by small storm lanterns, carriage lamps, or "Skater's Lanterns"—types common in Europe and America during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Originally intended for outdoor use (fueled by kerosene or a candle), these lamps were designed to be compact for easy hand-carrying.