VDP - Wall sconce - Brass, Glass - Treincoupélamp
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Antique treincoupélamp from the 1850-1900 period, in brass with a glass cylinder, 40 cm high, 6 cm diameter, 446 g, of European origin, by VDP, complete with decorative openwork cap and front mounting plate, in good used condition with a copper patina and oxidisation on the back, and working including a spring mechanism that raises the candle as it burns.
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A classic and atmospheric brass railway coupé lamp, featuring the copper brand badge "VDP".
This type of lamp was originally used in carriages, early railway coupés, or as wall lighting in homes.
Inside the brass shaft there is a spring mechanism that automatically pushes the candle upward as it burns, keeping the flame always at the same height inside the glass cylinder.
The lamp is complete with the elegant openwork shade and the original glass protective cylinder.
At the rear there is the wall mounting plate.
Condition:
In good and complete condition.
The brass has a beautiful original patina with light traces of age and oxidation (verdigris) on the rear.
The glass is entirely intact with no cracks or chips.
The spring mechanism is present and the components can be neatly dismantled.
Dimensions:
Height: 40 cm.
Diameter: 6 cm.
Weight: 446 grams.
The lot will be packaged with utmost care and shipped by registered mail and insured with track & trace.
Pickup is also possible by arrangement.
A classic and atmospheric brass railway coupé lamp, featuring the copper brand badge "VDP".
This type of lamp was originally used in carriages, early railway coupés, or as wall lighting in homes.
Inside the brass shaft there is a spring mechanism that automatically pushes the candle upward as it burns, keeping the flame always at the same height inside the glass cylinder.
The lamp is complete with the elegant openwork shade and the original glass protective cylinder.
At the rear there is the wall mounting plate.
Condition:
In good and complete condition.
The brass has a beautiful original patina with light traces of age and oxidation (verdigris) on the rear.
The glass is entirely intact with no cracks or chips.
The spring mechanism is present and the components can be neatly dismantled.
Dimensions:
Height: 40 cm.
Diameter: 6 cm.
Weight: 446 grams.
The lot will be packaged with utmost care and shipped by registered mail and insured with track & trace.
Pickup is also possible by arrangement.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Treincoupélamp
Material
Brass, Glass
Manufacturer/brand
VDP
Country of origin
Europe
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
40 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
6 cm
Weight
446 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
