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Unusual Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Porcelain Oil Lamp

19th century
Sold 8 October 2026 · London City Antiques
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Unusual outstanding quality large antique Victorian porcelain oil lamp having the original pretty engraved glass shade and chimney, double brass burner, glass font supported by an ornate brass fitting above a wonderful porcelain vase with leaf decoration in wonderful pink and blue colours. It stands on an charming ornate gilded brass base. This all original lamp can be converted into a vase by simply lifting off the top.

A delightful decorative example in lovely original condition

Dimensions:

Height 79 cm (31.10 in)

Width 22 cm (8.66 in)

Depth 22 cm (8.66 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Porcelain Oil Lamp to the 1860s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
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SA1235107
Dealers Internal Reference
2530
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Unusual outstanding quality large antique Victorian porcelain oil lamp having the original pretty engraved glass shade and chimney, double brass burner, glass font supported by an ornate brass fitting above a wonderful porcelain vase with leaf decoration in wonderful pink and blue colours. It stands on an charming ornate gilded brass base. This all original lamp can be converted into a vase by simply lifting off the top.

A delightful decorative example in lovely original condition

Dimensions:

Height 79 cm (31.10 in)

Width 22 cm (8.66 in)

Depth 22 cm (8.66 in)

Dated 1860

Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Porcelain Oil Lamp to the 1860s.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235107
Dealers Internal Ref
2530
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A tall Victorian oil lamp featuring a pink porcelain body with blue floral trellis decoration, a cast brass base, a cut glass reservoir, and an etched glass shade.
Unusual Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Porcelain Oil Lamp
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  • ObjectOil Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPorcelain, Brass, Glass
  • ColourPink and Blue
  • MotifsEtched glass shade, Floral trellis motif, Cut glass reservoir, Cast brass base
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 22 cm (9 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This unusual large Victorian oil lamp, dating from 1860, is formed of porcelain, brass, and glass. The composition combines a pink porcelain body embellished with a blue floral trellis pattern, an ornate cast brass base with decorative feet, a cut glass reservoir, a double brass burner, and an engraved glass shade housing a glass chimney. The porcelain section features leaf decoration and can be lifted away from the brass fittings to serve as a vase. Standing at 79 cm high, 22 cm wide, and 22 cm deep, the piece exhibits an all-original construction and condition throughout. Suitable for placement atop a sideboard, this decorative lighting object brings period character and Victorian design to an interior setting. The combination of pink and blue glazed porcelain, glittering cut glass, and gleaming brass work creates a layered silhouette that functions as a statement accent piece. The lamp requires no complex installation for display, anchoring surfaces with its substantial proportions and mixed-media construction.

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Victorian porcelain oil lamps were popular domestic lighting fixtures during the late nineteenth century, combining functional illumination with decorative ceramic craftsmanship. These pieces typically feature hand-painted porcelain bodies, brass fittings, and etched glass shades.

These traditional lighting pieces were constructed using cast brass or bronze bases, porcelain or stoneware body sections, clear cut-glass fuel reservoirs, and mouth-blown etched or moulded glass shades.

Authentic nineteenth-century oil lamps typically feature heavy cast brass bases with natural age patina, burner mechanisms marked with maker stamps, and glass shades displaying period acid-etching or wheel-cut designs.

A period oil lamp functions as a decorative focal point when placed on a dining sideboard, console table, or hallway mantelpiece. Pairing the ceramic details with understated modern furnishings allows the elaborate craftwork to stand out.

Clean the porcelain and glass components using a soft, lint-free cloth dampened with mild soap and warm water, avoiding abrasive chemicals. Dust brass mountings gently and avoid harsh metal polishes that can strip natural historical patina.
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