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Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original
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    34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.
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Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original

19th century
Sold 11 August 2025 · Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original

This is a lovely, simple English early 19th century antique iron rushlight, a very original example of an early form of lighting, not a 1980’s reproduction. Stands well on spade shaped feet and has a cone shaped counter =balance on a short arm. Works / hinges well, a pleasing example that dates to around 1820.

Dimensions

Height: 22cm (8.73")

Width: 17cm (6.75")

Depth: 17cm (6.75")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Iron Rushlight to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
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SA1120844
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Description
Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original
“
This is a lovely, simple English early 19th century antique iron rushlight, a very original example of an early form of lighting, not a 1980’s reproduction.
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Stands well on spade shaped feet and has a cone shaped counter =balance on a short arm. Works / hinges well, a pleasing example that dates to around 1820.

Dimensions

Height: 22cm (8.73")

Width: 17cm (6.75")

Depth: 17cm (6.75")

Date of Manufacture

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Iron Rushlight to the 19th Century.

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1120844
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2009

34 years in the antiques trade, miles is constantly sourcing interesting, original, mainly english antique furniture and accessories.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA 

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A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original

Archive II A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal. View II
Archive III A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal. View III
Archive IV A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal. View IV
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd

Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
Telephone 01524 241716
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North Yorkshire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since May 2009
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Miles Griffiths Antiques Ltd
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A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal.
Early 19th Century Antique Rushlight – Original
Ref: SA1120844
A forged iron rushlight holder stands upright on a pale wooden surface, featuring a tripod base, a central vertical stem, a spring-action pincer clamp at the top, and a curved arm with a weighted terminal.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectLighting
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian Country
  • MaterialWrought Iron
  • ColourDark Iron
  • MotifsTripod base, Spring pincer mechanism, Hand-forged surface, Curved terminal arm
  • SizeH 22 cm (9 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 17 cm (7 in)

FAQs

A rushlight is a type of primitive lighting device used primarily during the 17th, 18th, and early 19th centuries. Dried rushes were peeled to leave a single pith, soaked in animal fat or grease, and then clamped into the spring-loaded jaws of the iron holder to provide a dim, temporary indoor light.

Rushlights are traditionally hand-forged by blacksmiths using wrought iron. They typically feature a spring pincer mechanism at the top to grip the rush, a weighted base or tripod legs for stability, and sometimes an integrated candle socket on the opposing arm.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of genuine hand-forging, such as irregular tool marks, hand-filed surfaces, period-appropriate oxidisation, and deep pitting consistent with centuries of aging. Modern reproductions often display uniform machine tooling, artificial aging, or incorrect gauge metal.

An antique rushlight serves as an exceptional sculptural object for a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table. Its minimalist, industrial silhouette integrates well into rustic, dark academia, or minimalist schemes as a tactile conversation piece.

Preservation requires keeping the iron dry and stable in a low-humidity environment to prevent active corrosion. Dust gently with a soft, dry brush and occasionally apply a microcrystalline wax to protect the historic surface without altering the patina.
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