During the late 19th and early 20th century houses were lit with candles or oil lamps. The lamps would come in all grades from a cheap utility metal lamp, to elaborate silver or gilt lamp with ornate cut and painted globular shades.
 
This is a small Victorian oil lamp, in blue glass with carrying handle.
 
Condition is good throughout
 
Dimensions : 12cm x 12cm x 27cm high