Pair Of Rare Early 19th Century Oil Lamps
Description:
Bronze, opaline glass.
This pair of oil lamps is unusual because it is more ornate than typical bronze models. The reservoir is faceted and surmounted by a frieze, and the base features lion's paws and scrolls.
At the beginning of the 20th century, they were modified for electrification.
Oil lamps originally used (whale) oil; the principle relied on gravity, with the reservoir being higher than the burner, allowing the oil to flow into it through a tube. Several systems were invented to utilize oil (Carcel lamp, Sinombre lamp, etc.).
The refining of kerosene simplified the operation of fuel lamps, as it could now rise by capillary action in the reservoir, which was in contact with and beneath the burner.
Condition:
Good used condition, electrification checked, age-related wear to the green patina. A 2mm chip on one opaline glass, without a crack and virtually invisible.
Dimensions:
Height: 48 cm, overhang: 28 cm, base diameter: 17 cm.
Ref. 3372 / 6 kg / 900 g.
If you would like a video of this item to better understand it, or detailed photos, please do not hesitate to ask; we will send them to you by email or WhatsApp.
Terms of Sale: → We operate exclusively online, but we can meet with you by appointment. We will then collect the items that interest you from our warehouse in Blaye and present them to you at our location. → We guarantee the authenticity of all our items. Our items are cleaned and restored to be as close as possible to their original appearance. → Shipping costs: free for France and worldwide (these conditions apply to all countries served by La Poste or other carriers). → Your items will be delivered in professional packaging, individually insured by AXA ART. → Please feel free to request additional photos. To compensate for the only drawback of online sales, which is the inability to physically touch the items, you can receive your item to fully examine it and then keep it or return it, retaining your freedom of choice (our packaging is reusable).
Bronze, opaline glass.
This pair of oil lamps is unusual because it is more ornate than typical bronze models. The reservoir is faceted and surmounted by a frieze, and the base features lion's paws and scrolls.
At the beginning of the 20th century, they were modified for electrification.
Oil lamps originally used (whale) oil; the principle relied on gravity, with the reservoir being higher than the burner, allowing the oil to flow into it through a tube. Several systems were invented to utilize oil (Carcel lamp, Sinombre lamp, etc.).
The refining of kerosene simplified the operation of fuel lamps, as it could now rise by capillary action in the reservoir, which was in contact with and beneath the burner.
Condition:
Good used condition, electrification checked, age-related wear to the green patina. A 2mm chip on one opaline glass, without a crack and virtually invisible.
Dimensions:
Height: 48 cm, overhang: 28 cm, base diameter: 17 cm.
Ref. 3372 / 6 kg / 900 g.
If you would like a video of this item to better understand it, or detailed photos, please do not hesitate to ask; we will send them to you by email or WhatsApp.
Terms of Sale: → We operate exclusively online, but we can meet with you by appointment. We will then collect the items that interest you from our warehouse in Blaye and present them to you at our location. → We guarantee the authenticity of all our items. Our items are cleaned and restored to be as close as possible to their original appearance. → Shipping costs: free for France and worldwide (these conditions apply to all countries served by La Poste or other carriers). → Your items will be delivered in professional packaging, individually insured by AXA ART. → Please feel free to request additional photos. To compensate for the only drawback of online sales, which is the inability to physically touch the items, you can receive your item to fully examine it and then keep it or return it, retaining your freedom of choice (our packaging is reusable).
900 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Reference (ID): 1718179
Availability: In stock
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