18th c. Or Early 19th c. Italian or French Lucerne Three Font Oil Lamp c. 1800

This fine three front oil lamp was made in Italy or France c. The reservoir slides up and down the central shaft and the lamp is equipped with a cartouche shaped carrying handle.

The original three implements used to maintain the wick and flame are attached by chains to a collar the slides on the shaft. The piece is in original antique condition but I noticed there is a small hole worn into the lid of the reservoir.

In the past we have had this type of lamp electrified with three small bulbs and a sliding shade to become a bouillotte lamp. The overall height of the lamp is 19.75. The base is 5 in diameter.

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