This striking Victorian-era oil lamp features a vibrant amber glass font in a dynamic swirl or "ribbed" pattern, which catches and reflects light beautifully. The font is securely joined to a pedestal base made of heavy molded black amethyst glass, featuring an ornate, architectural stepped design with intricate relief detailing. While clear and milk glass bases are common for this period, the use of molded black amethyst glass was a premium 'deluxe' option from the Manhattan Brass era.

The lamp is equipped with its original Manhattan Brass Company (M.B. Co. N.Y.) burner, featuring the distinctive "Pat. Apl 30 83" stamp on the thumbwheel. This is a #2 size burner with a prong-style chimney fitter, known for its reliable performance and historical significance in American lighting.

• Origin: United States (Manhattan Brass Co., New York)

• Age: Circa 1883–1895

• Material: Pressed Amber Glass, Black Amethyst/Obsidian Glass, Brass Hardware.

• Dimensions: Approximately 11" to the top of the burner; 9" to the top of the font. 4.75" base diameter.

Condition Report

The lamp presents well for its age. The amber glass font is free of chips or cracks. The burner is in good working order with a smooth-moving wick raiser.

Note: There is some roughness on the inner rim of the base (where the glass was ground or molded). No cracks or repairs are noted.

Scholarly Reference for Listing

Reference: Thuro, Catherine M. V. Oil Lamps II: Glass Kerosene Lamps.

Citation: For similar Manhattan Brass hardware and late Victorian composite lamp construction, refer to Page 86, which discusses Victorian pedestal lamps and the specific M.B. Co. patent dates and burner styles utilized during this period.

Item dimensions: 8 7/8" tall (17.75" with burner and chimney) × 4 7/8" diameter 

Weight of item: 2 lb 1.4 oz

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