SPECIFICATIONS:
Markings None Cage diameter 8
1/4” inches The bail adds 1" Weight 2 lbs. 10
oz.
PRESENTED
is an old and rusty round cage made of bent iron rod stock in the shape of a globe centered within which is an oil reservoir that serves as a lamp. The reservoir is held stable in a horizontal position by two separate
flat iron rings that are called gimbals. There is a gimbal that works in the fore and aft direction which stabilizes
the pitching motion of the vessel's movement and a gimbal that is oriented to each side
of the vessel or port and starboard beam which stabilizes the rolling motion of the hull. The lamp originally had two wicks
which provided the illumination.
The clever, but rudimentary design of this lamp tells us that it was used in areas such
as the forecastle which is where the crew lived and ate, and in the cargo hold when cargo was loaded or off loaded.
The whale oil lamps used in passenger areas were much more ornate. The picture below is of an engraving of the death of Lord
Nelson in 1805. We believe the lamp being sold predates the one pictured.
The artist was A.W.
Devis who had 11 officers recreate the seen aboard the HMS Victory.
PROVENANCE: The lamp was recently discovered
in Kidderminster,
Worcestershire, England in a Canal Lock cottage.
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The inside
of the lamp showing the reservoir and the two wick holders
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CONDITION:
The lamp's cage is in good condition and is complete in all respects. The cotter pin which holds the top to the bottom
is a recent replacement. The gimbals swivel as they should, but we have not tested the oil reservoir which is missing
two wicks. There is an accumulation of surface rust on all surfaces. There are no markings.
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The open
top and bottom of the cage
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OUR UNCONDITIONAL NO NONSENSE GUARANTEE: If not
completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned within five days of receipt in its original packaging if without
damage. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization from us for the return is
required. Shipping charges are included in this offer within the continental United States if an error is due
to our fault.
International buyers welcome, but inquire first.
We have satisfied customers in Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Chile, Republic
of China, Czech Republic, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Estonia, England, France, Germany, Greece, Holland, Hong
Kong, Hungary, Iceland, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Latvia, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique, Mexico,
New Hebrides (Vanuatu), New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Nova Scotia, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania,
Russia, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, Singapore, South Africa, Spain, St. Maarten, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United
Arab Emirates, USVI, Vanuatu (New Hebrides) and the Eastern Caribbean.
FLAT RATE SHIPPING & PACKING to the 48 contiguous
states $45.00.
STANDARD FORMS OF PAYMENT
are Bank wire transfer, cashier's check, money order, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared.
Our prices are quoted net to us so that the use of credit cards or PayPal incur extra charges. Terms on overseas
sales are different.
This lamp should appeal
to collectors who are looking for something unusual in an authentic, old fashioned, marine lamp!
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