Rare Swan Figural Miniature Oil Lamp. Presented for your consideration is this rare antique miniature oil lamp. The base of the lamp is in the shape of a swan gliding on water and is made entirely of blue milk glass.
Nice detailing is throughout the swan including molded feathers and waves on the water. Bottom of the base has a beaded pattern. The base is completed with a brass collar, tripod and burner. The lamp is completed with a clear glass chimney and the original blue milk glass shade.The shade features swans and cattails around the middle with a wavy design near the top. Around the top of the shade is a twisted rope design. This beautiful and hard to find lamp would make a great addition to any miniature oil lamp collection! The shade has cracks that were repaired with glue at one time.
There is also a repaired break at the top of the shade but these shades are almost impossible to find. Typical wear from age and use. Overall the base is in VERY GOOD condition while the shade is in FAIR-GOOD condition. Please refer to the photos for the absolute best details. Measures 4" wide and 2 5/8" deep at the base, 3 3/4" in diameter at the shade and 8" tall.
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This item is being offered by: The Hitching Post Antiques Mall. We are located 2 miles west of beautiful Tecumseh, Michigan, on M-50 near the intersection of M-52. Our store operates seven days a week, 361 days a year, during the hours of 10:00 a. - Your Friends at the Hitching Post Antiques Mall. Please check out my other items. And be sure to add me to your favorites list.The item "RARE Antique Blue Milk Glass SWAN Figural MINIATURE OIL LAMP with Shade COMPLETE" is in sale since Saturday, December 30, 2017. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Lamps, Lighting\Lamps\ Non-Electric\Miniature". The seller is "hitchingpostantiques" and is located in Tecumseh, Michigan. This item can be shipped worldwide.