Lot 226: A Late 19th or Early 20th Century Hanging Ruby Red Glass Sanctuary Lamp
A decorative hanging sanctuary or vigil lamp featuring a deep ruby red glass vessel of ovoid form with a flared rim. The glass body is held within an ornate cast brass-toned metal frame decorated with three scroll-work arms featuring foliate and acanthus leaf motifs. The lamp is suspended by three decorative linked chains which meet at a circular cast metal ceiling rose and hanging loop. The glass exhibits a vibrant ruby red colour popular in late Victorian and Edwardian decorative arts. Two modern inventory stickers are adhered to the glass: an orange rectangular label with the handwritten digits 226 and a smaller white rectangular label with the printed digits 17. No manufacturer’s marks, signatures, or etched glass marks are visible on the metalwork or glass body.
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Condition report:
The item appears to be in good overall condition consistent with age. The ruby red glass remains vibrant and shows no visible chips, cracks, or significant surface scratching. The metal frame and suspension chains exhibit a naturally aged patina with some minor surface oxidation and dust commensurate with period items. The chain links and hanging loop appear secure.
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