Kerosene lamp - Nickel plated brass
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Beautiful antique oil lamp from France dating to 1850–1900, made of nickel‑plated brass, glass and marble, in good used condition and in working order, 58 cm high, 11 cm wide, 11 cm deep, weight 1.9 kg.
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Magnificent Ancient Oil Lamp in Glass and Brass – Kosmos Style
General Description:
We are selling a superb antique oil lamp (late 19th / early 20th century), complete and in excellent aesthetic condition. A vintage decorative object ideal to bring a touch of retro elegance, a warm ambiance, or to complete a collection of antiques.
Characteristics and Object Details:
The Burner and the Knob: Equipped with a period brass burner with its original adjustment knob to raise and lower the wick. The upper gallery features a finely worked grooved crown.
The Reservoir: Stunning blown glass reservoir in amber/olive color, finished with relief ribbing (grooves/gadroons) that catch the light beautifully.
The Base: The lamp rests on an elegant central shaft combining a marble-like / precious wood appearance section, supported by a sturdy square metal base patinated (bronze/brass style) with decorative engravings along the edge.
The Glass (Chimney): Sold with its original glass tube (chimney), straight and transparent, perfectly suited to the burner.
Condition of the Object:
Very good overall condition considering its age.
The glass is neither cracked nor chipped.
Nice original patina on the metal elements that bears witness to its authenticity.
Magnificent Ancient Oil Lamp in Glass and Brass – Kosmos Style
General Description:
We are selling a superb antique oil lamp (late 19th / early 20th century), complete and in excellent aesthetic condition. A vintage decorative object ideal to bring a touch of retro elegance, a warm ambiance, or to complete a collection of antiques.
Characteristics and Object Details:
The Burner and the Knob: Equipped with a period brass burner with its original adjustment knob to raise and lower the wick. The upper gallery features a finely worked grooved crown.
The Reservoir: Stunning blown glass reservoir in amber/olive color, finished with relief ribbing (grooves/gadroons) that catch the light beautifully.
The Base: The lamp rests on an elegant central shaft combining a marble-like / precious wood appearance section, supported by a sturdy square metal base patinated (bronze/brass style) with decorative engravings along the edge.
The Glass (Chimney): Sold with its original glass tube (chimney), straight and transparent, perfectly suited to the burner.
Condition of the Object:
Very good overall condition considering its age.
The glass is neither cracked nor chipped.
Nice original patina on the metal elements that bears witness to its authenticity.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Brass type
Nickel plated brass
Number of objects
1
Material
Brass, Glass, Marble, Metal
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
58 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
11 cm
Weight
1900 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
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