Vintage French Brass Pigeon Oil Lamp | Working Lampe Olympe Vintner’s Safety Lamp

A beautiful vintage French brass Pigeon oil lamp, traditionally used by vintners in wine cellars where electric lighting was not available. Made by Olympe this classic handheld lamp has been polished to a rich warm finish and is in full working order, ready for display or use.

Designed as a safe, practical lamp, the reservoir is made to help prevent spills even if tipped, making it ideal for rustic interiors, boats, barges, cellars, studies or collectors of French lighting. The original French safety engraving, side winding mechanism and compact form all add to its authentic character.

Key Features

• Authentic vintage French brass Pigeon oil lamp by Olympe
• Traditionally used by French vintners in wine cellars
  
• Polished brass finish in full working order
• Original French safety engraving
• Wick included and wound via side handle
• Spill-resistant design
• Sourced from a traditional market in Northern France
• Ideal for display or functional use
• No liquid is included for safe shipping
• Simply add lamp oil to the internal wadding before use.

Dimensions

• Height: 24cm
• Base diameter: 7.5cm
• Unboxed weight: 250 g

Perfect for

• French country interiors
• Rustic shelves and mantelpieces
• Wine cellars
• Boathouses and barges
• Collectors of antique lighting
• Gift for lovers of French decor
• Cottage-style homes
• Atmospheric evening display

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Shipping

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Condition & authenticity

Good vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with a pre-loved brass lamp; a small bump to the rim as shown. It has been polished to a warm finish and is in full working order. No liquid is included for safe shipping. Simply add lamp oil to the internal wadding before use. Authentic vintage French piece sourced from a traditional market in Northern France.