19th Century Antique Brass Hand Lamp – Possibly A Former Ships Binnacle Lamp

A 19th-century antique brass hand Lamp.

This form of Lamp is also referred to as a “binnacle lamp” and may have been used to illuminate a ships binnacle at night time. A binnacle is the housing used to protect a ships compass.

With a sturdy turned wooden handle and shaped, hinged supports which flank the flue, an elongated-cylindrical body with a single door with a glass lens, the door opens to reveal the original oil reservoir and ceramic burner. The lamp bears the engraved initial “B” at the base of the carry-handle hinge.

Provenance – Unknown

Condition – Please refer to the images. There is some age related wear. A further detailed condition report is available upon request

Size – Height with handle at full extension 37 cm (14 1/2″)