Oil lamp - Glass, Brass

Antique brass petroleum lamp (or oil lamp) from the late 19th century. This type of lamp was produced and used extensively at the time as functional lighting in households, before electric light made its entrance.Kenmerken van deze lampCharacteristics of this lampMaterials: The base and the twisted column (torsion column) are made of brass or bronze.Glaswerk: De onderste glazen gedeelte fungeert als het brandstofreservoir (olietank). The long, narrow glass tube on top is the lamp glass (chimney), which protects the flame from drafts and ensures a stable air supply.Burner: The mechanism between the reservoir and the glass contains the burner (often from brands such as the well-known Matador), with which the wick can be raised and lowered; this mechanism needs to be checked. the burner is loose and needs to be checked; see photos.