Lot 43 , A W. A. S. Benson style brass and copper standard telescopic oil lamp, late 19th century, H 145cm approx

A W. A. S. Benson style brass and copper standard telescopic oil lamp, late 19th century, having knopped column (one knop stamped 'Patent') with decorative leafy brackets around the reservoir, raised on four splayed supports and paw feet centred by a spherical weight, converted to electricity, together with a pleated silk cream lampshade, H 145cm approx
Estimate £200-300


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Sold for £400