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ANTIQUE #SA618454

An Early 18th Century Three-spouted Oil Lamp C1710

Status: This item has been sold
Sold by: Exhibit Antiques

Date & Origin
 
Europe, c1710.
 
Condition
 
Excellent, age-related wear and some grazing to the edges as shown.
 
Dimensions
 
Height: 14.4cm Foot diameter: 12.1cm.
 
Weight
 
301 grams
 
Technical Description
 
A rare faēon de Venise three-spouted oil lamp. The cylindrical body features a bulbous reservoir at the base, a thickened rim and three spouts with trailed rims. The piece is supported by a wide foot with an upturned rim.
 
Historical Relevance
 
This piece was intended to hold a wick in each spout along with a separate reservoir which would be held within the large opening at the top.
 
Relevant References
 
A similar vessel (without a free-standing base) intended to house a separate reservoir, can be found within: Venezianisches Glas der Veste Coburg (1994) By Anna-Elisabeth Theuerkauff-Liederwald, Page 499 figure 628
 
 
Internal Reference: 2019012118
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA618454
Dateline of this antique is 18th Century
Height is 14.4cm (5.7inches)
Width is 12.1cm (4.8inches)
Depth is 12.1cm (4.8inches)
Antique SA618454 shown on this page was made in the 18th Century. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
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Lanarkshire
United Kingdom
Tel: 01501 228 282
STATUS
THIS ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD