19th century brass and ceramic moderator lamp converted to electricity. The moderator lamp is a type of 19th century oil lamp. It displaced the more complex Carcel lamp which used a clockwork pump. Its mechanism was simpler and required less maintenance or repair. The moderator lamp was invented in 1837 by Charles-Louis-Félix Franchot.
Please note the crack, possibly made during the manufacturing process.
Shade for sale separately.
height - 15cm
width - 15cm
Can be supplied polished and lacquered for extra £20