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Black Enamelled Iron Based Ship's Naval Gimbal Lamp
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Black Enamelled Iron Based Ship's Naval Gimbal Lamp

1900 - 1920
Description

Unusual antique black enamelled iron based stamped Admiralty pattern ship's naval gimbal lamp with nickel fittings was used either on a bulkhead, wall or table standing. (c.1920)

Physical Dimensions
Height
31.7cm (12.48")
Width
12.7cm (5.00")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Declaration

David Griffith Antiques has dated this Naval Gimbal Table Lamp to the 1920s.

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SA1087267
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76062
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Description
Unusual antique black enamelled iron based stamped Admiralty pattern ship's naval gimbal lamp with nickel fittings was used either on a bulkhead, wall or table standing. (c.1920)
Height
31.7cm (12.48")
Width
12.7cm (5.00")
Depth
12.7cm (5.00")
Date of Manufacture

David Griffith Antiques has dated this Naval Gimbal Table Lamp to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087267
Dealers Internal Ref
76062
David Griffith Antiques
David Griffith Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019

Specialising in library, hall and club room furniture, leather seating and writing tables, campaign and travelling furniture.

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A naval gimbal table lamp featuring a heavy black enamelled circular iron base, exposed metal pivoting mechanism, and a tapered navy blue shade.
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Archive I A naval gimbal table lamp featuring a heavy black enamelled circular iron base, exposed metal pivoting mechanism, and a tapered navy blue shade.

Black Enamelled Iron Based Ship's Naval Gimbal Lamp

Archive II A naval gimbal table lamp featuring a heavy black enamelled circular iron base, exposed metal pivoting mechanism, and a tapered navy blue shade. View II
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David Griffith Antiques

David Griffith Antiques
Telephone 020 7226 1126 or 07976 800 062
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17 Camden Passage
Islington
London
N1 8EA
United Kingdom
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A naval gimbal table lamp featuring a heavy black enamelled circular iron base, exposed metal pivoting mechanism, and a tapered navy blue shade.
Black Enamelled Iron Based Ship's Naval Gimbal Lamp
Ref: SA1087267
A naval gimbal table lamp featuring a heavy black enamelled circular iron base, exposed metal pivoting mechanism, and a tapered navy blue shade.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleMaritime
  • MaterialEnamelled Iron, Brass, Textile
  • ColourBlack, Navy Blue
  • MotifsGimbal mechanism, Weighted base, Conical fabric shade, Exposed pivoting joint
  • SizeH 31.7 cm (12 in) x W 12.7 cm (5 in) x D 12.7 cm (5 in)

This unusual maritime table lamp originates from the 1920 period and follows a naval gimbal pattern with nickel fittings. The piece combines a heavy black enamelled iron circular base with a tapered navy blue textile shade and an exposed pivoting metal joint beneath the light fixture. Visible details include a smooth glossy glaze on the black base, a functional swivel mechanism, and a twisted fabric electrical cord extending from the side. Practical proportions measure 31.7 cm high, 12.7 cm wide, and 12.7 cm deep. In a contemporary home, this lamp sits well upon an office desk or a library table as task or accent lighting.

FAQs

A naval gimbal lamp is a maritime lighting fixture fitted with a pivoted support ring, designed to allow the lamp to self-level and remain upright despite the motion of a ship at sea.

These lamps are typically constructed from heavy cast metals such as iron or brass to lower the centre of gravity, often finished with enamelled coatings or nickel plating to protect against sea spray corrosion.

Authentic period examples feature functional pivot points, a heavily weighted circular base, heavy-gauge cast metal construction, and occasionally maker marks or naval broad arrow stampings.

A maritime gimbal lamp functions well as a task light on a modern office desk, a quiet accent on a bookshelf, or alongside dark timber furniture in a dedicated study.

Clean the enamelled base with a soft, slightly damp cloth, avoid abrasive cleaners on the metal joints, and ensure vintage electrical wiring is regularly inspected or updated by a qualified electrician.
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