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Whale Oil Lamp, Antique Brass Lamp from Whaling Era, Circa 1850, Functional
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Bremen, GermanyOn Whoppah since March 2025 • 7 sales
Product description
Large brass lamp from the whaling era around 1850/1860. Whale oil was used in the 19th century by many inhabitants of the seashores, but also on sailing ships, as a cheap fuel for lighting. Originally designed as a wall lamp, this specimen was converted into a floor lamp for the table. For this purpose, the base was modified/opened, i.e. re-soldered and weighted down with sand to increase stability.
Total height: 36.4 cm
Weight: 1.070 kg
Very nice and complete condition. As practiced in historical times, this lamp was regularly polished/cleaned.
Can still be used today without any problems, e.g. with standard lamp oil!
Very decorative, extremely atmospheric lighting!
Very careful packaging is guaranteed!
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Large brass lamp from the whaling era around 1850/1860. Whale oil served as a cheap fuel for lighting in the 19th century for many coastal residents, as well as on sailing ships. Originally designed as a wall lamp, this piece was converted into a table lamp in contemporary style. The base was modified/opened, re-soldered, and weighted with sand to increase stability.
Total height: 36.4 cm
Weight: 1.070 kg
Very well preserved. As was practiced in historical times, this lamp was regularly polished/cleaned.
Can still be used today without any problems, e.g., with standard lamp oil! Very atmospheric lighting!
Careful packaging is guaranteed!
Only slight usual signs of age/use.
Only slight usual signs of age/use.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGoldMaterialBrassNumber of items1Height36 cmWidth18 cmDepth13 cm
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Bremen, GermanyOn Whoppah since March 2025 • 7 sales