A fine mid-19th century pressed glass whale oil lamp attributed to the Boston and Sandwich Glass Company. The lamp features a tall ovoid font with an elegant pattern of repeating oval panels and a sharply faceted base. The transitional stem connects the two sections with crisp geometric detail, capturing the sophisticated glasswork for which Sandwich was renowned.
This lamp exemplifies the refinement and technical skill achieved by American glassmakers during the height of the whale oil era. The clarity of the glass, balanced proportions, and crisp mold definition speak to the artistry that made Boston & Sandwich Glass a leader in 19th-century decorative and utilitarian glass production.
In nice antique condition consistent with age and use, showing expected light wear and a few small chips to the corners of the base (pictured). These minor imperfections are typical of early pressed glass and do not detract from its beauty. A collectible and historically significant piece of early American lighting that displays beautifully in any antique or decorative glass collection. 9h x 4w x 4d
