Lantern - Metal, Glass





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Powell & Hammer Ltd, Colonel model vintage bicycle lamp for velocipede, made of metal and glass in black, from the United Kingdom, in good used condition with minor signs of aging, functional, 12 x 9 cm, dating to circa 1880.
Description from the seller
Bicycle lamp / antique velocipede lamp oil / paraffin
Brand: Powell & Hammer Ltd
Model: "Colonel"
Origin: Birmingham, England
Era: Late 19th / Early 20th century (circa 1900-1910)
Description:
Object: Bicycle lamp / velocipede oil / paraffin
Remarks: Superb English collectible lamp manufactured by the renowned maker Powell & Hammer Ltd in Birmingham. Model stamped "Colonel" on the top.
The lamp is in perfect working order. It retains a beautiful original patina with its side glass cabochons (red and green) intact and its convex front glass. The rear mounting system with shock-absorbing springs is complete and functional.
Characteristics & Condition:
- Operation: Functional
- Materials: Metal, nickel-plated brass, glass
- Overall condition: Very good vintage condition, nice patina with light wear marks and nickel loss consistent with its age.
- Components: Original glasses complete (no major cracks), reservoir and interior mechanism functional, articulated mounting complete.
Dimensions: 12 x 9 cm in diameter
A rare piece in this working condition, ideal for collectors of antique velocipedes, automobilia enthusiasts, or vintage decor.
Bicycle lamp / antique velocipede lamp oil / paraffin
Brand: Powell & Hammer Ltd
Model: "Colonel"
Origin: Birmingham, England
Era: Late 19th / Early 20th century (circa 1900-1910)
Description:
Object: Bicycle lamp / velocipede oil / paraffin
Remarks: Superb English collectible lamp manufactured by the renowned maker Powell & Hammer Ltd in Birmingham. Model stamped "Colonel" on the top.
The lamp is in perfect working order. It retains a beautiful original patina with its side glass cabochons (red and green) intact and its convex front glass. The rear mounting system with shock-absorbing springs is complete and functional.
Characteristics & Condition:
- Operation: Functional
- Materials: Metal, nickel-plated brass, glass
- Overall condition: Very good vintage condition, nice patina with light wear marks and nickel loss consistent with its age.
- Components: Original glasses complete (no major cracks), reservoir and interior mechanism functional, articulated mounting complete.
Dimensions: 12 x 9 cm in diameter
A rare piece in this working condition, ideal for collectors of antique velocipedes, automobilia enthusiasts, or vintage decor.

