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Victorian Oil Lamp

19th century
Sold 30 October 2025 · Rams Head Antiques
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Description

This is a lovely Victorian oil lamp in super condition dating from around 1870. The lamp has a black ceramic base with reeded brass column and colourful glass reservoir with painted floral designs in the aesthetic style. This has its original glass shade with finely etched detail in perfect condition.

A very smart characterful piece in nice original condition.

The glass shade is 16 cms in diameter and this measures 60 cms in height overall.

UK insured packing and delivery is £20

Physical Dimensions
Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Victorian Oil Lamp to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074463
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Rams Head Antiques is a family business based in Wolsingham in Weardale where we have had shop premises for 28 years. The shop is generally open every Saturday from 11 am till 3 pm.

You are most welcome to visit the shop but please always check to confirm we are open before travelling. We have been in the antiques trade for well over thirty years now and stock a wide and varied range of antiques and decorative items specialising in carpets and Eastern and Oriental items as well as Georgian and Victorian furniture, mirrors, oil paintings, prints, ceramics and clocks.

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This is a lovely Victorian oil lamp in super condition dating from around 1870.
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The lamp has a black ceramic base with reeded brass column and colourful glass reservoir with painted floral designs in the aesthetic style.
Rams Head Antiques

This has its original glass shade with finely etched detail in perfect condition.

A very smart characterful piece in nice original condition.

The glass shade is 16 cms in diameter and this measures 60 cms in height overall.

UK insured packing and delivery is £20

Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Victorian Oil Lamp to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074463
Rams Head Antiques
Rams Head Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2014
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An antique Victorian oil lamp featuring a brass base, a yellow glass font painted with floral motifs, a frosted glass shade, and a clear glass chimney.
Victorian Oil Lamp
Ref: SA1074463
An antique Victorian oil lamp featuring a brass base, a yellow glass font painted with floral motifs, a frosted glass shade, and a clear glass chimney.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTable Lamps
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialBrass, glass, ceramic
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsFloral hand-painted decoration, Fluted brass base, Frosted etched glass shade, Ribbed chimney
  • SizeH 65 cm (26 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

FAQs

A Victorian oil lamp is a domestic lighting device from the 19th century that burns liquid fuel, typically paraffin or kerosene, via a wick housed in a metal burner.

These lamps typically combine metal components such as brass, bronze, or cast iron with glass fonts, often paired with ceramic bases and glass chimneys.

Authentic pieces usually feature period burner mechanisms with maker marks, weighted metal bases, hand-blown or pressed glass components, and appropriate wear consistent with age.

An antique oil lamp can be placed on a sideboard or mantelpiece as a focal point, utilizing its historical design to add texture and traditional character to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves dusting brass gently with a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners that strip patina, and handling glass shades and chimneys with extreme care.
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