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Fine 19th Century Brass Lucerne Whale Oil Lamp
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Fine 19th Century Brass Lucerne Whale Oil Lamp

19th century
Sold 30 January 2025 · David Pickett Antiques
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Description

This fine brass lucerne whale oil lamp bears no makers marks but dates to the 19th Century. Lovely statuesque form with a movable four branch lamp. With an attached snuffer and snuffer snips. Very substantial piece.

In very good condition with only slight signs of wear due to age and use.

Weight approx 1.6kg

Height approx 52cm

Base diameter approx 15cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Brass Whale Oil Lamp to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
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SA1075043
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Description
This fine brass lucerne whale oil lamp bears no makers marks but dates to the 19th Century. Lovely statuesque form with a movable four branch lamp. With an attached snuffer and snuffer snips. Very substantial piece.

In very good condition with only slight signs of wear due to age and use.

Weight approx 1.6kg

Height approx 52cm

Base diameter approx 15cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Brass Whale Oil Lamp to the 19th Century.

Height
52cm (20.47")
Width
15cm (5.91")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1075043
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Fine 19th Century Brass Lucerne Whale Oil Lamp

Archive II A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View II
Archive III A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View III
Archive IV A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View IV
Archive V A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View V
Archive VI A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View VI
Archive VII A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View VII
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Archive IX A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background. View IX
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A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background.
Fine 19th Century Brass Lucerne Whale Oil Lamp
Ref: SA1075043
A polished brass Lucerne whale oil lamp featuring a circular base, central upright column with hanging chains, and integrated snuffers against a white background.
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  • ObjectLighting
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsSuspended hanging chains, Attached wick snuffer and pick, Multi-spout oil reservoir, Turned brass pedestal base
  • SizeH 52 cm (20 in) x W 15 cm (6 in)

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A Lucerne oil lamp is a type of standing fuel lamp originating in Europe, widely used during the 18th and 19th centuries before the widespread adoption of kerosene. These lamps typically burned whale oil or vegetable oil, utilising multiple spouts and suspended wick picks or snuffers attached by delicate chains.

These lighting devices are traditionally constructed from cast and turned brass, often featuring a weighted base, a central stem with a suspension ring, and an oil reservoir with multiple burner nozzles. Individual components were frequently hand-turned on a lathe and joined using soldered or threaded brass connections.

Authentic period pieces exhibit characteristic signs of age, such as natural oxidation, hand-tooled brass surfaces, wear patterns around the hanging chains and wick picks, and traditional construction methods like pegged or threaded joints rather than modern Phillips-head screws.

This type of historical metalwork functions effectively as a sculptural focal point on a mantlepiece, console table, or within a dedicated study. Its metallic sheen and intricate silhouette complement both traditional and transitional decor schemes.

Preservation involves dusting gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoiding aggressive chemical polishes that strip away historical patina. Maintaining a stable indoor humidity level prevents further corrosion of the metal components.
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