Sherwoods Ltd. Custom All-Brass Hanging Lamp (Double Burner)

Solid brass lamp. Ornate, curved hanging guard, lamp is removable. Complete original, with no cracks on the milk shade or glass chimney. An interesting custom made Sherwoods Ltd. lamp. Late 18th to early 19th century (pre-1904). 

Featuring catalogue pieces such as the Strong Extinguisher Bijou Duplex Burner on an Indian Drop-In Fount with Double Winder and Central Draught Burners. 

Founded by Isaac Sherman in the 1870's, 'Sherwoods Ltd.' was a British maker of oil and nautical lights through the early 19th century. By 1904, they were trading under 'Sherwoods & Son Ltd.', and were acquired by Linley & Co. in 1920.

Duplex burners were first invented & patented by Joseph & James Hinks in 1865. At that time, a patent was issued for 14 years. After 1880, other light-makers were able to begin incorporating double burners. This duplex light was among the first offered by Sherwoods Ltd. and is featured in their 1900 catalogue. 

Glass chimney has worn original branding that appears to say '... BRANDS PREPROOM ... (SP?)REIGN' with logo of a winged dragon. 

Knobs Engraved: SHERWOODS LTD. ENGLAND B'HAM

Overall Height: 19.5"

Width (Guard): 14"

Shade Diameter: 10.5"

Shade Height: 7"

Reservoir Diameter: 6"

Chimney Height: 7"

Weight: 4 lbs. 10 lbs.