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A Brass Tilley Lamp (Converted to Electricity)
Gertrude Antiques
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A Brass Tilley Lamp (Converted to Electricity)

19th century
Description

A Brass Tilley Lamp, converted and fully functioning with electricity. An unusual piece and sought after. Tilley is a generic name for a kerosene lamp. The Tilley lamps are named after John Tilley who invented the hydro-pneumatic blowpipe in 1813 in England

The globe is in very good condition. The stem is also in good condition but leans a little as seen. (Price shown is without the shade)

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Gertrude Antiques has dated this Converted Brass Table Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA892321
Description
A Brass Tilley Lamp, converted and fully functioning with electricity. An unusual piece and sought after. Tilley is a generic name for a kerosene lamp.
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The Tilley lamps are named after John Tilley who invented the hydro-pneumatic blowpipe in 1813 in England.
Gertrude Antiques

The globe is in very good condition. The stem is also in good condition but leans a little as seen. (Price shown is without the shade)

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Gertrude Antiques has dated this Converted Brass Table Lamp to the 19th Century.

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SA892321
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A converted brass pressure lamp adapted into an electric table lamp with a cream fabric shade.
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Archive I A converted brass pressure lamp adapted into an electric table lamp with a cream fabric shade.

A Brass Tilley Lamp (converted to electricity)

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A converted brass pressure lamp adapted into an electric table lamp with a cream fabric shade.
A Brass Tilley Lamp (converted to electricity)
Ref: SA892321
A converted brass pressure lamp adapted into an electric table lamp with a cream fabric shade.
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A Tilley lamp is a brand of pressure paraffin lamp originally manufactured in the United Kingdom during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. These lamps operated by vaporising liquid fuel under pressure to produce bright illumination for industrial, railway, and domestic outdoor applications.

Traditional pressure lamps were primarily constructed from solid spun brass or copper reservoirs with steel or brass tubular stems. Modern electrical conversions typically retain the metal body while adding isolated internal wiring, a standard bulb holder, and a fabric lamp shade.

Authentic pieces feature structural components related to pressure operation, such as a manual air pump valve, a control knob on the reservoir base, and heavy-gauge brass construction. Stamped manufacturer markings on the base or tank wall also confirm authenticity.

A converted pressure lamp serves as a functional accent piece on a desk, sideboard, or side table. Pairing metallic brass elements with neutral fabric shades creates a balanced visual contrast suitable for modern, industrial, or traditional study spaces.

Uncoated brass can be cleaned using a soft microfibre cloth and specialised metal polish, whereas lacquered brass requires only dry dusting. Fabric shades should be lightly vacuumed or dusted periodically to prevent dust build-up.
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