Victorian Cast Iron Oil Lamp Base with Glass Prisms – Ornate Filigree Detail

Description :
This salvaged Victorian oil lamp base has been transformed into an eye-catching decorative centerpiece. It features an elaborate cast iron base with botanical scrollwork, a pierced filigree gallery ring, and dangling clear glass prisms. The top appears to be a decommissioned or incomplete oil lamp fixture, framed by floral cast-iron flourishes and ornate arms. Measuring 21" in diameter and 24 ¾" tall, the piece shows patina and wear consistent with age, adding to its historic charm. This would be a striking upcycled lighting element or conversation piece for restoration, theatrical design, or gothic-style decor.

Era:
Late 19th to early 20th century (Victorian)

Style:
Victorian Gothic Revival

Technique:
Cast iron molding, hand-assembled crystal drops, and pressed metal filigree

Tools Used:
Casting molds, riveting tools, metal scroll cutters, and crystal drilling/pinning tools

History:
Originally a parlor oil lamp, likely ceiling-mounted, now converted into a standalone piece or lamp base

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown – potential origin in Pennsylvania or Ohio-based ironworks, common in the late 1800s

Measurements:
21" Diameter x 24 ¾" Tall

Suggested Weight:
Approximately 15–18 lbs

Music:
Victorian parlor music or baroque-inspired chamber music – evokes the ambiance of its original use

Item Number : P13193

Category : Collectibles

Brand : UK