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Exceptional Scottish Tea Canister Lamp
Nethermill Antiques
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Exceptional Scottish Tea Canister Lamp

19th century
Description

Wonderful and rare regency Scottish tole tea canister lamp hand decorated with a scene of Craigellachie bridge designed by Thomas Telford completed in 1814 crossing the river Spey near Aberlour Moray Scotland with gilt thistle border in excellent original condition. The height shown below includes the bulb holder. Please get in touch if you require and further details.

Physical Dimensions
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Declaration

Nethermill Antiques has dated this Antique Tea Canister Lamp to the Regency era.

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SA1210463
Description
Wonderful and rare regency Scottish tole tea canister lamp hand decorated with a scene of Craigellachie bridge designed by Thomas Telford completed in 1814 crossing the river Spey near Aberlour Moray Scotland with gilt thistle border in excellent original condition. The height shown below includes the bulb holder. Please get in touch if you require and further details.
Height
49cm (19.29")
Width
25cm (9.84")
Depth
25cm (9.84")
Date of Manufacture

Nethermill Antiques has dated this Antique Tea Canister Lamp to the Regency era.

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SA1210463
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An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base.
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Archive I An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base.

Exceptional Scottish tea canister lamp

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Archive VI An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base. View VI
Archive VII An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base. View VII
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Archive IX An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base. View IX
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An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base.
Exceptional Scottish tea canister lamp
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An antique dark metal tea canister converted into a table lamp, decorated with a hand-painted scene depicting Craigellachie Bridge set on a wooden base.
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An antique tea canister lamp is a decorative light crafted by adapting a nineteenth-century sheet-metal tea tin, originally used in grocers shops to store loose leaf tea, into a table lamp base.

Victorian grocers tea canisters were constructed from sheet iron coated with tin to prevent rust. The exteriors were lacquered or japanned and decorated with oil paints, often featuring gilt lettering, heraldic crests, or scenic panels.

Authentic examples display age-related surface wear, subtle craquelure in the paintwork, and hand-painted artistry rather than modern transfers. Original canisters also feature soldered seams and interior patination consistent with historic use.

A converted tea canister lamp serves as a statement piece when positioned on a dark wood sideboard, console, or desk. Pairing the lamp with a neutral linen shade balances the visual weight and rich painted detail of the metal base.

Dust the painted surface gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding water or chemical cleaning solvents that could lift delicate paint layers. Ensure the electrical components are periodically inspected by a qualified electrician.
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