Description: Lavishly illustrated in color and black-and-white, this comprehensive book provides an in-depth pictorial survey of STUDENT LAMPS OF THE VICTORIAN ERA by Richard C. Miller and John F. Solverson, Antique Publications, OH, 1992. The authors have drawn on their extensive collections of standard and miniature “student lamps” to bring this highly informative volume to the reading public. These antique kerosene-burning lamps are presented in great detail with cutouts from Victorian catalogs, beautiful color photographs, and schematic drawings. Chapters include the origins of the student lamp, student lamp manufacturers, glass and metal fabricating companies, component parts, decoration and finishes, restoration, repair and conversion, the appurtenances such as shades, chimneys, flame reflectors, sleeves, porcelain fonts and bases, and more. Attention is given to notable lamps by Tiffany, Handel, Edward Miller, Revere and other makers and styles. The last chapter deals with various patents issued. Written by experts on Victorian lighting and miniature lamps, this book will make a fine addition to the permanent reference library of collectors, dealers, and historians of antique lighting devices and fixtures. 8.8” x 11.3” hardback book with dust cover in very good condition. 176 pages. Limited Edition 232 of 750. Includes 4-page 1992-93 Price Guide Supplement. FREE media mail shipping and handling for deliveries within the 50 United States. Rates vary for international mailings.
Price: 125 USD
Location: Phillipsburg, Kansas
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Model: Hrdbk Book
Object Type: Lamp
Industry: Glassware
Type: Lamp
Brand: Reference Book
Style: Victorian
Production Style: Art Pottery
