German Iron Oil Lamps, a.k.a. Frog Lamps [132388]
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This is a pair of 19th century oil lamps originally used in German Ruhr Valley coal mines. These were hand fashioned from iron and became known as frog lamps, perhaps because of their shape. The flat, vertical surface behind the flame held a polished reflector to direct light to a desired location. The reflector of one of these lamps has the crossed hammers and GLUCK AUF (GOOD LUCK) engraved on the shiny brass. The other lamp is missing the polished reflector. Each base is about 3.25 inches in diameter, about 4.25 inches long, and 1.25 inches thick. (credit to Rubylane.com for some description details)Date: mid-1800sCountry (if not USA): GermanyState: City: Provenance: William Mayrsohn Collection
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German Iron Oil Lamps, a.k.a. Frog Lamps [132388]
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