L408E Rare – 18th century hand wrought iron Phoebe Double Cruise Lamp / Whale Oil Lamp / Grease Lamp / Betty Lamp with trammel style hook on the back of the outer bowl supports the inner bowl with decorative scrolled topper on its back. Great surface patina, pitting and wear from age and use. This was a very early type of lamp commonly used in America between the 17th to early 19th century, consisting of two small iron bowls hanging one above the other, with a spout to hold something to act as a wick (twisted cotton rag, rush, etc.). The lower bowl collected drips coming from the upper bowl, creating an efficient use of the fuel being burned. Measurements: Outer lamp measures 3 5/8” wide x 5 ¼” deep x 7 ½” tall. The inner / smaller lamp is 3 ½” wide x 5” deep x 5 ½” tall. Overall height with hanger is 11 ½” tall.
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