Candle Lamp With 18th Century Glass Light Intensifier Lacemaker\'s, Shoemaker\'s For Sale

These light intensifiers are documented as far back as 1750\'s.   From what I\'ve been able to find on the subject, they were used by shoemakers and lacemakers, and other trades to help to intensify and direct the light of a single candle.  This intensifier is in good condition and has been in a private collection for years.  The glass is all intact and does have some cloudiness from the water minerals.  Some of the corks are still intact.  The last picture shown in this listing is from a museum and only two of their four glass vials are present.

I have been in the antique lighting business since 1975, and for the last 30 years I have had a lamp shop in Stoudtburg Antique Mall in Adamstown, PA.  If you are ever in the Adamstown area, please stop by and see me at the shop, open Sundays from 8 - 4:00 pm. 

If you have questions or would like additional pictures, please call me at [phone removed by ].