Step back in time with this rare and historically significant antique double whale oil burner glass goblet lamp, a true piece of early American lighting history from the peak of the U.S. whaling era. Dating to circa 1820-1850, this original (not reproduction) table lamp features a hand-blown clear glass reservoir in a elegant goblet shape—bulbous globe atop a slender stem (like a wine glass stem) and circular foot—for stable indoor use on desks or tables. Authentic brass double wick burner assembly, with two parallel wick tubes designed to draw up and heat-melt solid whale oil.

Crafted in the Federal/Primitive American style, it's likely produced by New England glassworks such as Boston & Sandwich Glass Company (active 1825-1888) or similar Connecticut makers like Leavenworth, Hayden & Scovill or Benedict and Burnham—prolific producers of brass and glass whale oil lamps during the 1820s-1840s whaling boom. The glass is transparent/clear with subtle irregularities from hand-blowing techniques, joined seamlessly without modern glue. The brass burner shows genuine patina from age rather than artificial distressing found in reproductions. Good antique condition for a 19th-century piece, showing authentic signs of age and use consistent with original whale oil lamps. The clear glass reservoir and stem exhibit minor hand-blown imperfections like faint air bubbles, light cloudiness from age, and a small edge chip/flaw near the top of the globe (no cracks or leaks). The brass double burner has developed a natural patina with tarnish and greenish oxidation, indicating decades of exposure, but no dents, breaks, or corrosion, though it sits a bit high, I don't want to force the threads. Not electrified or modified.

Whale oil lamps like this were essential household items before the 1859 petroleum discovery shifted to kerosene, powering reading, work, and daily life in pre-electric homes. This goblet variant adds decorative appeal, evoking maritime and colonial heritage.

Rarity: Double burners are scarcer than singles, with the glass goblet elevating it over more basic models. Don't miss this piece of whaling history—own a slice of America's industrial past! Questions? Ask before bidding.

Item Specifics

• Maker/Brand: Attributed to New England Glassworks (e.g., Boston & Sandwich or similar; unmarked)

• Age: 175-205 years old (circa 1820-1850)

• Original/Reproduction: Original antique (not a modern reproduction)

• Color: Clear/transparent glass with brass accents

• Material: Hand-blown glass reservoir and stem; solid brass burner assembly

• Style: Federal/Primitive American; Goblet table lamp

• Type: Whale oil table lamp

• Features: Double wick burner

• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

• Production Style: Hand-blown glass

Item dimensions: 7 in tall × 3.75 in wide × 3.75 in deep  

Weight of item only: 1 lb  4.5 oz