Antique Polished Brass "Lampe-Pigeon" Gasoline Lamp

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This authentic piece of late 19th-century French engineering is an icon of European utilitarian design. Crafted from solid brass, the "Lampe-Pigeon" was patented by Charles Pigeon in 1884, distinguished as the first mineral spirit (gasoline) lamp guaranteed to be non-explosive. The cylindrical body features deep, detailed engravings certifying its authenticity and the awards won at the Paris World's Fairs. It includes a side handle designed for wall mounting via a keyhole slot, a functional wick adjuster, and an original hand-blown glass globe. Its golden patina and sturdiness make it a decorative object of great historical value, perfect for rustic or industrial settings and technical collections.

• Total Height: 25 cm (including the glass globe).

• Base Diameter: 8 cm.

• Width (with handle): 10 cm.

(One unit available)