Antique French Pewter & Blue Glass Electrified Kerosene Lamp

Vintage paraffin lamp that has been electrified for use in the 21st Century! It consists of : - a blue glass tank - a pewter base richly decorated with acanthus leaves - a sandblasted glass chimney shade - a brass Kosmos type spout Perfect for creating a retro atmosphere while diffusing a subdued light. This open-flame lamp which draws on the progress brought to the oil lamp, was invented by the Polish pharmacist Ignacy Lukasiewicz in 1853 Good condition H 53,5 cm