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Antique 18th Century Iron Betty Lamp Lantern Hook Spike Fine Early Folk Art
Description:
18th Century Lighting Support Hook with Great Designs
All hand wrought, blacksmith made, this period lighting holder dates from the mid to late 18th century, circa 1750-1790.
Spikes such as this would have been hammered into the wall and beams of early homes for the purpose of supporting a grease (betty) lamp, lantern or other lighting device via the bottom support hook, note the support hook also has a twist design.
As you can see the blacksmith who originally made the piece worked in some great decorative elements, the face of the piece having whimsical center & side curl design.
Take a moment to click on the photographs and you’ll see you can produce enlargements that help highlight the original design and construction. Overall the piece is in very good+ condition with some slight age pitting and corrosion, there is also some old remains of off white paint to the piece, I chose not to clean the piece as the blackened surface gives a great rustic appeal. Measures 6" in length.
Sure to be a valued addition to any period home decor or as a means to accent and display any lighting collection. Offered for a period of one week with no reserve! Thanks for visiting Foxrun-Farms!
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