Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
$500.00 USD

This stunning antique whale oil lamp features a hand-blown glass font with intricate etched floral and lattice designs, a hallmark of mid-19th century craftsmanship. The lamp boasts a double-burner setup with two parallel wick tubes, designed for brighter illumination using whale or lard oil. The brass collar and stem transition into a remarkably heavy bronze base (2 lbs, 4 oz), covered with brass, adding both stability and a unique hybrid material appeal. Standing 8.75 inches tall, this piece is an original Victorian artifact, likely from the 1850s-1870s, with no electrification, preserving its historical integrity. Ideal for collectors, it shows minimal wear and retains its elegant, functional design.


Note: No maker marks identified; authenticity suggested by style and materials.

Item Specifics:

  • Maker: Unknown (No maker marks visible; possibly American or European glassworks like Boston & Sandwich, common for this period).

  • Age: Estimated 1850s-1870s (mid-19th century, typical era for whale oil lamps before kerosene adoption).

  • Original/Reproduction: Original antique piece.

  • Color: Clear glass with etched floral and lattice patterns; brass and bronze-toned base.

  • Material: Hand-blown etched glass font, brass collar and stem, heavy bronze base (possibly brass-plated or layered).

  • Style: Victorian, functional yet decorative, with classic whale oil lamp design.

Item dimensions: 8.75 in tall × 4.25 in wide × 4.25 in deep  

Weight of item only: 2 lb  4 oz

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  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s
  • Antique Mid-19th Century Brass & Etched Glass Double Burner Whale Oil Lamp with Bronze Base - 1850s-1870s

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