{"product_id":"regency-argand-bronze-whale-oil-lamp-c-1830","title":"Regency Argand bronze whale oil lamp c.1830","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare and highly decorative Regency Argand whale oil lamp, finely crafted in patinated and gilt bronze and retailed by the prestigious New York firm \u003cstrong\u003eJ. \u0026amp; I. Cox\u003c\/strong\u003e circa 1830.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRichly embellished with classical urn, acanthus and garland motifs, the lamp is further enhanced by a beautifully cast corona hung with sparkling cut crystal prisms, all raised on elegant paw feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Argand burner, an important innovation of the late 18th century, produced a brighter, cleaner flame than traditional oil lamps and became the preferred form of lighting in fashionable homes during the Regency period. J. \u0026amp; I. Cox were among America’s leading luxury lamp retailers, importing high-quality English-made Argand lamps for discerning clientele.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece is in excellent condition and has been electrified for modern day living.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional decorative piece and a rare survivor of early 19th-century lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMeasurements\tH55 x W29cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrigin\tEnglish\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStyle\tRegency\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTime Period\t19th Century (1800 – 1899)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Valentines Antique Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55042528936258,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/9271\/8658\/files\/a62cv3_jpg.jpg?v=1784771272","url":"https:\/\/bazaa.com.au\/products\/regency-argand-bronze-whale-oil-lamp-c-1830","provider":"Bazaa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}