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19th C Adjustable Brass Lamp
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19th C Adjustable Brass Lamp

19th century
Sold 8 January 2025 · Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
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A 19th Century Brass Table, Reading, Light.

With an opaline glass shade, resting on a circular collar, and arm, sweeping to meet the orb and ringed terminal, fitted with a tightening screw, to allow the light to be adjusted for height on tall shank, finished with a tapered and ball finial. The shank standing on an outward sweeping base, finished to stepped edges, finished with beaded decoration between the ball bracket feet. The underside with lead loading.

Date circa 1870.

Height 22 1/2 inches, 57cm.

Width 9 1/2 inches, 24cm.

Depth 5 1/2 inches, 14cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
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Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Adjustable Brass Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA1111237
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Mytton Antiques

Norton Crossroads

Atcham

Shropshire SY44UH

01952740229

07860575639

Description
A 19th Century Brass Table, Reading, Light.

With an opaline glass shade, resting on a circular collar, and arm, sweeping to meet the orb and ringed terminal, fitted with a tightening screw, to allow the light to be adjusted for height on tall shank, finished with a tapered and ball finial.

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The shank standing on an outward sweeping base, finished to stepped edges, finished with beaded decoration between the ball bracket feet.
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares

The underside with lead loading.

Date circa 1870.

Height 22 1/2 inches, 57cm.

Width 9 1/2 inches, 24cm.

Depth 5 1/2 inches, 14cm.

Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares has dated this Adjustable Brass Lamp to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1111237
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008

Fine antiques from the 18th century onwards, supplying both trade and private customers worldwide.

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An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th C Adjustable Brass Lamp

Archive II An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade. View II
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Archive VI An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade. View VI
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Atcham (just off J7 of M54)
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY4 4UH
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mytton
Verified Since May 2008
Items For Sale 152
Items Sold 4,448
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Mytton Antiques - Jerrard Nares
Verified Since May 2008
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Location: Atcham (just off J7 of M54), Shrewsbury, Shropshire , SY4 4UH, United Kingdom
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An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade.
19TH C ADJUSTABLE BRASS LAMP
Ref: SA1111237
An adjustable brass table lamp with a square stepped base, vertical stem, and a white milk glass shade.
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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsAdjustable height stem, Square stepped base, White milk glass shade, Ball feet
  • SizeH 57 cm (22 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 14 cm (6 in)

Adjustable brass lamps gained prominence during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, often originating as oil or kerosene lamps before being converted for electricity. They were designed primarily for desks, reading tables, and workshops to direct task lighting efficiently.

Authentic period pieces were predominantly constructed from solid cast and spun brass, often featuring weighted bases for stability, brass thumbscrews for adjustment, and glass shades in white opal, green, or etched glass.

Identification relies on examining construction methods, such as heavy sand-cast metal bases, hand-threaded components, natural patination, and evidence of past fuel conversion rather than modern mass-produced welds.

These lamps provide functional task lighting and metallic warmth, making them suitable as desk companions in home offices, accent lighting on sideboards, or reading lights in traditional sitting rooms.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a dry microfiber cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes that strip the historical patina. Ensure electrical wiring is inspected by a professional before use.
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