CAST IRON BRACKET LAMPS

Cast iron wall mounted bracket fixtures were introduced as early as 1830 for gas lighting. With the introduction of kerosene in 1860, this style fixture enjoyed great popularity for over 60 years. The kerosene era design consisted of three main components: a holder attached to the wall; an arm with a peg to fit the holder allowing the fixture to swing from side to side; and a basket or ring to hold a lamp. Additionally, a reflector made of tin, brass or silvered glass could be purchased separately and attached to the arm with a locking nut.

While hundreds of patents were issued, Bradley & Hubbard produced the largest quantities of cast iron fixtures. A wide variety of bulk parts and designs were made available to retailers in order to customize individual fixtures. It is especially interesting to note how the fixture drew its inspiration from the gas light bracket. In most instances the kerosene era fixture will have a remnant on/off tap incorporated into the design of the arm.

Catherine M.V. Thuro touches on the wall mounted bracket lamp in Oil Lamps: The Kerosene Era In North America. More extensive research material is now available with her newly released Oil Lamps 3.

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PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Lehman's offers an exclusive cast aluminum bracket made in the USA! From a 19th century pattern it has the same look as the original cast ion. It swings to either side and unlike imported copies, it stays level and won't wobble. Won't rust or break if dropped. Available with adjustable, locking nut in case you want to add our Mercury-Style reflector. Click here for bracket

 

Stainless Steel Reflector Concave with crimped edges. Fits on wall bracket without locking nut. Click here. Mercury Reflector Faithfully reproduced, concave, spun-glass shell with hollow mirrored center. Slight imperfections just like the original. Mounting post (3/8”) fits our wall bracket with locking nut and many antique brackets with reflector lock-nut. Click here.

Replacement Parts

In addition, all component parts, including lamps, are available. Perfect for outdoor use. The bowl will conveniently double as a plant holder.

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