Oil lamp - Cast brass
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Vintage Neptune NR ship’s lantern in cast brass with copper rivets, dating to 1960–1970, in NOS condition and never fired, measuring 23 cm high, 10 cm wide and 10 cm deep, weighing 1 kg, with a brass wedge burner and intact thick glass, original Neptune emblem, and produced in Niedersachsen, Germany.
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RARE FIND: Antique NEPTUNE NR Brass Ship’s Lantern – Museum Condition – NEVER FIRED (NOS)
Description:
Up for sale is a truly exceptional piece of maritime history: an original NEPTUNE NR nautical oil lantern made of solid brass and copper.
The Highlight: This lantern is a genuine "New Old Stock" (NOS) find. In all its decades, it has never been lit, remaining in its pristine, original factory condition.
Technical Details:
Condition: Unused / Never Fired. The wick is snow-white, fluffy, and completely clean.
Burner: Features the original "WEDGE" brass burner in perfect working order.
Material: Heavy, solid brass construction with authentic copper rivets.
Glass: Thick industrial-grade glass on all four sides, free from cracks, heat damage, or soot.
Markings: Original embossed Neptune emblem featuring the God of the Sea with his trident.
Patina: Beautiful, natural aged patina. The lantern has not been chemically polished to preserve its authentic antique character.
Why this specific lantern?
While many Neptune lanterns are available on the market, almost all show signs of use, soot, or fuel odors. This specific unit is odorless and clean, making it a "holy grail" for high-end maritime collectors or as an exclusive decor piece for luxury interiors, offices, or yachts.
RARE FIND: Antique NEPTUNE NR Brass Ship’s Lantern – Museum Condition – NEVER FIRED (NOS)
Description:
Up for sale is a truly exceptional piece of maritime history: an original NEPTUNE NR nautical oil lantern made of solid brass and copper.
The Highlight: This lantern is a genuine "New Old Stock" (NOS) find. In all its decades, it has never been lit, remaining in its pristine, original factory condition.
Technical Details:
Condition: Unused / Never Fired. The wick is snow-white, fluffy, and completely clean.
Burner: Features the original "WEDGE" brass burner in perfect working order.
Material: Heavy, solid brass construction with authentic copper rivets.
Glass: Thick industrial-grade glass on all four sides, free from cracks, heat damage, or soot.
Markings: Original embossed Neptune emblem featuring the God of the Sea with his trident.
Patina: Beautiful, natural aged patina. The lantern has not been chemically polished to preserve its authentic antique character.
Why this specific lantern?
While many Neptune lanterns are available on the market, almost all show signs of use, soot, or fuel odors. This specific unit is odorless and clean, making it a "holy grail" for high-end maritime collectors or as an exclusive decor piece for luxury interiors, offices, or yachts.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brass type
Cast brass
Specific region of origin
Niedersachsen
Material
Brass, Bronze
Country of Origin
Germany
Style
Vintage
Condition
As new - unused
In Working Order
Yes
Height
23 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Weight
1000 g
Estimated Period
1960-1970
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