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Pair of Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps
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Pair of Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps

1900 - 1920
Sold 9 July 2025 · David Wolfenden Antiques
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Description

Fabulous Pair Of Tall Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps With Painted Ruby Bowls And Tulip Ruby Crackle Shades.

Brass Corinthian Column Pillars.

C1900

21.5ins tall

Date of Manufacture

David Wolfenden Antiques has dated these Ruby Glass Oil Lamps to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
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SA632653
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Description
Fabulous Pair Of Tall Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps With Painted Ruby Bowls And Tulip Ruby Crackle Shades.

Brass Corinthian Column Pillars.

C1900

21.5ins tall

Date of Manufacture

David Wolfenden Antiques has dated these Ruby Glass Oil Lamps to the 1900s.

Height
54cm (21.26")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA632653
David Wolfenden Antiques
David Wolfenden Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2010

The home of fine antiques.

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A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps

Archive II A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals. View II
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Archive V A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals. View V
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Location
219b Lisnevenagh Road
Antrim
Co. Antrim
Northern Ireland
BT41 2JT
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/dw
Verified Since May 2010
Items For Sale 128
Items Sold 880
David Wolfenden Antiques
David Wolfenden Antiques
Verified Since May 2010
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Location: 219b Lisnevenagh Road, Antrim, Co. Antrim, Northern Ireland, BT41 2JT, United Kingdom
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A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals.
Pair Of Ruby Glass Peg Oil Lamps
Ref: SA632653
A pair of antique oil lamps featuring ruby glass fonts and chimneys mounted on fluted brass pedestals.
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  • ObjectLighting
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRuby Glass, Brass
  • ColourRuby Red
  • MotifsFluted column base, Ruffled glass shade, Brass burner collar, Square stepped foot
  • SizeH 54 cm (21 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 13 cm (5 in)

Victorian oil lamps gained widespread popularity during the 19th century as a primary source of indoor illumination before the widespread adoption of electricity. They evolved from simple whale oil burners to sophisticated designs incorporating coloured glass and brass components.

Antique oil lamps typically combined blown or moulded coloured glass, such as cranberry or ruby glass, with metal elements like brass, bronze, or cast iron for burners, collars, and bases.

Authentic pieces often feature hand-blown or mould-blown glass with characteristic pontil marks, period-appropriate brass burner mechanisms with makers marks, and signs of age-related wear and patination on the metallic surfaces.

These pieces can be integrated as decorative accent objects on mantelpieces, sideboards, or console tables, adding a touch of period colour and texture to traditional or eclectic room schemes.

Clean glass components gently with mild soapy water and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh chemical abrasives. Polish brass elements sparingly with a specialist metal cleaner to maintain their protective layer and historic patina.
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