Antique Oil Lamp Filler Bottle with Spout and Wire Mesh | 1880s Kerosene Jug for Refilling Lamps

FOR SALE ☞
Antique oil lamp filler bottle with pouring spout and protective wire cage, used to refill kerosene lamps, circa 1880–1900.

DESCRIPTION ☞
A rare and authentic 19th-century oil lamp filler bottle, purpose-built for safely refilling kerosene or oil lamps. This early utility piece dates to the late 1800s or early 1900s and features a clear hand-blown glass body encased in a protective wire mesh cage with a metal spout and original wooden handle.

These lamp fillers were commonly used in homes, workshops, and barns to transfer fuel from storage jugs into lamps without breakage or spills. The protective wire guard helped prevent damage to the glass during everyday handling.

This piece would be a beautiful addition to any antique lighting collection, especially if you collect kerosene or hurricane lamps. It also makes a striking conversation piece for rustic farmhouse or industrial decor displays.

DIMENSIONS ☞
Height to top of spout: approx. 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)
Glass bottle height: approx. 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)
Diameter at base: approx. 5.5 inches (14 cm)

CONDITION ☞
Very good antique condition. The glass bottle is intact with no cracks or chips, showing the lovely bubbles and waviness typical of hand-blown pieces. Wire cage has aged beautifully with surface patina and remains firmly attached. The spout and cap are original with surface wear and oxidation as expected for age. Wooden handle is intact with minor wear. Please review all photos closely for condition details. Color may differ slightly in real life from how it appears on your screen due to varying monitor settings.

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