Large Brass Antique English Oil Table Lamp by Samuel S. Messenger, Converted
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In very good antique condition, this conversation-starting piece is a testament to the artistry of the past. Own a piece of history and add a touch of Victorian grandeur to your home.
Measures: Diameter 17 3/8 inches, x overall height 30 inches
Thomas Messenger & Sons
Founded 1797, Birmingham, England
- Founded
- 1797 (as Messenger and Phipson)
- Location
- Broad Street, Birmingham, England
- Product
- Brass oil and gas lamps, chandeliers
- Closed
- early 1930s
The firm traces to 1797, when Thomas Messenger (1767–1832) partnered with Thomas Phipson as Messenger and Phipson of Broad Street, Birmingham. The partnership dissolved in 1823, and after Thomas Messenger's death in 1832 the business continued under his sons as Thomas Messenger and Sons.
The firm made brass chandeliers, candelabra, and oil and gas lamps and fittings, and exhibited at the Great Exhibition of 1851. It continued trading into the early 1930s.
Several related Birmingham workshop names from the same family of lampmakers appear on period pieces; confirm the exact firm name against the mark on this specific piece.
Biographical detail from Science Museum Group Collection.
Quoted per order, never estimated
Domestic freight
Every piece ships from our warehouse in Miami. Furniture travels white-glove with BMC International Freight, room of choice, subject to the carrier’s access at your address. Freight transit is typically 7–14 business days; we contact you to arrange a delivery window. Smaller pieces travel insured by ground courier.
International
We ship worldwide, quoted case by case. Tell us the piece and the destination and we will price crating, freight, insurance and customs handling for you.
Packing
Packed by hand. Fragile items are double-boxed with custom foam inserts. Glass and detachable elements are removed, packed separately and reassembled on arrival.
If something arrives damaged
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Returns
One day from delivery for a change of mind — buyer pays shipping and a 15% restocking fee. If the fault is ours, none of that applies: 7 days, full refund including your original shipping, we pay the return freight, no restocking fee. See our refund policy.
Notes on this piece
- Antique lighting. Sold as a decorative object. Where a piece has been rewired we say so in the description. Any antique lighting should be inspected and installed by a licensed electrician before use.
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