Lot 69

Pair of English Gilt Brass and Cut Glass Argand Lamps by Messenger & Sons

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Pair of English Gilt Brass and Cut Glass Argand Lamps by Messenger & Sons

Estimate: $1,200 - $1,800

Starting Bid: $600

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by Stevens Auction Company
July 11, 2026 11:00 AM CDT
Live Auction
129 E Commerce Street
Aberdeen, MS, US 39730

Fine pair of English gilt brass Argand table lamps by Messenger & Sons, Birmingham, circa 1830, each marked on the burner collar. The lamps retain their classical urn-form oil reservoirs with domed caps, foliate cast galleries hung with cut glass prism drops, side-mounted burner arms fitted with frosted and cut glass shades having Greek key and fluted decoration, and clear glass chimneys. Each raised on a shaped gilt brass base with cast paw feet and foliate mounts. Later electrified. 20.5 in. high x 13 in. wide x 8 in. deep.

  • Condition: Very good overall presentation. Later electrification. Gilt brass with polish, minor rubbing, surface scratches, and scattered oxidation/wear consistent with age and use. Glass shades, chimneys, and prisms intact. minor flea bites to prisms.

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