Oil lamp (part)

This is the base of a cast iron oil lamp from Dores in Inverness-shire. It dates from the 19th century. The oil reservoir is now missing from the top.

The base is modelled with acanthus leaves and foliage. It is in five sections and includes a cast iron weight in the bottom section.

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Online ID:	000-100-103-561-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.MGI 50
Date:	19th century
Material:	Brass
Dimensions:	12.70" total H; base sides 4.80"
What:	Candlestick
Subject:	Candleholders (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Inverness-shire, Dores
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Description:	Brass candlestick with a square base and a socket formed by a circle of leaves with an everted rim, from Dores, Inverness-shire, 19th century
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