Hand-painted floral glass oil lamp / converted table lamp

Lighting

Uncommon

Identified on October 13, 2026

Estimated Value

$75-$250

A decorative table lamp assembled in a Victorian-inspired style, featuring two stacked spherical glass sections with hand-painted pink roses and green foliage on a white ground. The upper section has a ruffled pink collar and a clear cylindrical chimney rising from the top, suggesting an oil-lamp form or a lamp converted from an oil lamp to electric use. The brass-toned burner collar and base are consistent with late 19th/early 20th century lamp hardware or later reproduction fittings. The floral decoration appears hand-applied or transfer-decorated, with soft pastel coloration typical of decorative domestic lighting pieces.

Era

Late 19th century style; likely 20th century reproduction or converted Victorian-style lamp

Origin

Likely United States or Europe; exact origin unknown

Material

Painted milk glass or opaline glass shade/body, brass or brass-finished metal lamp hardware, clear glass chimney

Condition

Good overall condition with visible light wear to the metal base and possible age-related surface wear; no obvious major cracks or chips visible in the image, but full inspection needed for hairlines, repainting, or electrical safety

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Physical Details

Dimensions

Approximately 18-24 inches tall overall; base diameter likely 6-8 inches

Weight

Medium

Authentication

Authenticity Score

Medium-Low; the form is consistent with antique oil-lamp styling, but the crisp floral finish and overall presentation suggest either a later reproduction or a converted piece rather than a clearly original 19th-century example

Provenance

Likely a decorative household lamp made for the antique-style market or a later conversion from an older oil lamp body; no maker’s mark visible in the image, so provenance cannot be confirmed

Historical Significance

Oil lamps and converted lamps of this type reflect the transition from oil lighting to electric lighting and the continued popularity of Victorian revival decorative arts. Floral-painted glass lamps were especially popular in domestic interiors and as collectible decorative objects.

Restoration Notes

•Possible conversion from oil lamp to electric lamp based on visible hardware and chimney arrangement
•No obvious repairs visible, but the lamp should be checked for rewiring, replaced burner components, or repainted decoration

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