Lampe-Olympe - Oil lamp - Not explosive with respect to mineral spirits. - Brass, Glass

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€65
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The Lampe-Olympe “Inexplosible à l'essence minérale” lamp, made of brass and glass, dates from 1850–1900.

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Description from the seller

A beautiful and guaranteed 100% authentic example of the famous French Lampe-Olympe petrol or oil lamp.
This example is absolutely not a later reproduction.
Its authenticity is immediately confirmed by the razor-sharp, deeply stamped French factory engraving on the body, including the iconic five engraved rings beneath the text, which served as an official anti-counterfeiting mark.
The text describes the lamp as “inexplosible” (non-explosive) and a guarantee of absolute safety (“Sécurité Absolue”).
The lamp is fully complete with its original glass chimney, a smoothly turning mechanism with the characteristic star-shaped logo on the knob, the original wick, and the handle at the back.
A beautiful and honest collector’s item with very clear engraving.

Condition:
In good used condition.
The brass has retained a beautiful, authentic patina and shows no significant dents or damage.
The glass is completely intact, with no cracks or chips.
The wick mechanism does not work.

Dimensions:
Height: 25 cm.
Width: 10 cm.
Depth: 8 cm.
Weight: 381 grams.

The lot will be packed with the utmost care and shipped by registered and insured mail with Track & Trace.
Collection is also possible by arrangement.

A beautiful and guaranteed 100% authentic example of the famous French Lampe-Olympe petrol or oil lamp.
This example is absolutely not a later reproduction.
Its authenticity is immediately confirmed by the razor-sharp, deeply stamped French factory engraving on the body, including the iconic five engraved rings beneath the text, which served as an official anti-counterfeiting mark.
The text describes the lamp as “inexplosible” (non-explosive) and a guarantee of absolute safety (“Sécurité Absolue”).
The lamp is fully complete with its original glass chimney, a smoothly turning mechanism with the characteristic star-shaped logo on the knob, the original wick, and the handle at the back.
A beautiful and honest collector’s item with very clear engraving.

Condition:
In good used condition.
The brass has retained a beautiful, authentic patina and shows no significant dents or damage.
The glass is completely intact, with no cracks or chips.
The wick mechanism does not work.

Dimensions:
Height: 25 cm.
Width: 10 cm.
Depth: 8 cm.
Weight: 381 grams.

The lot will be packed with the utmost care and shipped by registered and insured mail with Track & Trace.
Collection is also possible by arrangement.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Material
Brass, Glass
Manufacturer/brand
Lampe-Olympe
Model
Not explosive with respect to mineral spirits.
Country of origin
France
Style
Industrial
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
In working order
Yes
Height
25 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
8 cm
Weight
381 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
Sold by
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Objects sold
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