Lot 110:
Converted Victorian Hanging Oil Lamp with Prisms
Description
C-21984
Late 19th century hanging kerosene lamp featuring a pierced pressed-metal gallery, decorative foliate brackets, and a clear glass font suspended within a circular frame. The fixture is embellished with faceted glass prisms around both the lower ring and ceiling canopy. Retains its original burner assembly and matching ceiling canopy with hanging chains. Manufactured circa 1885 – 1905 converted to electricity at a later date.
Surface oxidation, verdigris, and finish wear are present throughout consistent with age and use. Copper may have been painted at one time, or has paint splatter. While the fixture retains numerous original crystal prisms, five prism sets are missing. Two intact an one broken long prisms are included, but not shown. Glass font is intact with light surface wear. Original cloth-covered wiring remains and should be replaced prior to use. Chains exhibit rust and oxidation. Mounting hardware is not present. Not been tested, sold as is.
17.75" L x 14.5" W (Diam. of ring) x 28.5" H
Height is to the top of metal ceiling canopy.
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