ANTIQUATED OIL LAMP ~ MEDIEVAL GOTHIC

ANTIQUATED OIL LAMP ~ MEDIEVAL GOTHIC
In good, solid condition and functioning

The material of which the lamp is made is uncertain
Neither brass nor copper; possibly pewter or iron. Heavy for its size

Finding an equivalent for comparison and dating proves difficult
Comparison with architecture is more obvious

The three corners of the base of the lamp feature creatures; these appear different to mythical and magical creatures of many other lamps

The creatures appear similar to the Gothic style of the Middle Ages
These creatures were typically part of adornment of Medieval Cathedrals, known as gargoyles and grotesques

Some of the creatures have streamlined bodies, long necks, and expressive, animal-like heads, and often they also have feathered wings

Many theories exist for their frightening appearance, one of which is the guarding of the Cathedral and the faithful and warding off evil

This lamp has a modest shaft and would probably be a personal possession
Oil is poured into the belly of the lamp which saturates the wick drawn through the three spouts
The lit wick shines on the creature below, which wards off evil to the comfort of the owner

Dimensions

Package content:
1 x ANTIQUATED OIL LAMP ~ MEDIEVAL GOTHIC

Packaging and Shipping:
Items will be shipped within 10 days from confirmation of payment by BoB
PARGO: R60.00
PostNet to PostNet courier: R100.00
Courier to door: R120.00