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Circa: early 1900's
Condition: antique - refurbished
Color: bright brass and milk white glass
Country of Origin: France
Manufacturer: L&B
This original early 1900's hanging oil lamp once was used to light an old time General Store and clearly was well cared for, because the brass is almost as bright and shiny as when this old oil lamp was first put into service. This is a large lamp totaling 32 inches from bottom to the hanging ring. The shade is original antique white milk glass and is 14 inches in diameter. This lamp bears the name, The Belgium Lamp on the wick knob and L&B Brevette is stamped into the filler cap.
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| The frame likely had a patent date from the late 1890's, but I could not find it and did not want to disturb the very unusual finish that someone has applied to the frame. The frame is coated in a silver/gray texture that makes me think it is some sort of rust converter which is known to be very durable, but I did not know any on the market was so good looking. This lamp has a brand new wick and the mechanisms for the center draft burner are all ready to be used once again. There are some bumps and small bruises here and there, but for its age, this is one great looking antique Store Lamp. |
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