Rare 19th Century Wedgwood Black Basalt Oil Lamp ~Very Good Condition~
*Summary*
Here we have an Antique Wedgwood Black basalt Oil Lamp made by Wedgwood in the early 19th Century.
Inspired by dense volcanic basalt rock, "Black Basalt" was introduced by Josiah Wedgwood in 1768. The dark color was achieved by adding manganese and carr, a slurry to the clay. Wedgwood preferred to use ball clay from Dorset in southwest England. It was used to create elegant, lustrous pieces, including replicas of newly excavated Etruscan pottery, and became a significant commercial success. This line is becoming increasingly rare.
Dimensions: 5.5"L x 3.5"W x 1 1/4"H (2" up to handle)
Weight: 4 oz
*Condition*
Very good condition. Marks on the center interior consistent with previous use. Bottom has some scratching typical of pieces of this age that have seen some use.
1L
#8
3L
JP
*Summary*
Here we have an Antique Wedgwood Black basalt Oil Lamp made by Wedgwood in the early 19th Century.
Inspired by dense volcanic basalt rock, "Black Basalt" was introduced by Josiah Wedgwood in 1768. The dark color was achieved by adding manganese and carr, a slurry to the clay. Wedgwood preferred to use ball clay from Dorset in southwest England. It was used to create elegant, lustrous pieces, including replicas of newly excavated Etruscan pottery, and became a significant commercial success. This line is becoming increasingly rare.
Dimensions: 5.5"L x 3.5"W x 1 1/4"H (2" up to handle)
Weight: 4 oz
*Condition*
Very good condition. Marks on the center interior consistent with previous use. Bottom has some scratching typical of pieces of this age that have seen some use.
1L
#8
3L
JP
