Attributed F & C Osler, Birmingham | Cut-glass Rgency-style La...

A rare Edwardian cut-glass and brass lantern almost certainly by F & C Osler, Birmingahm but apparently unsigned. Thegood quality cast brass metal-work holds the signature cut &  acid-etched crystal-glass cylinder. It is intricately designed with peacock, flower & leaf garlands. England, c.1910-20 Dimensions/ Specifications: Ht.(as displayed)64cm/25in, Ht.(lantern)21/8.25, W.14/5.5 Supplied with additional 3.5in ceiling rose Height reducible Height extendable for an additional charge Not Included: 1 x B.22  (4 or 6w) L.E.D candle/golf bulb (Available to purchase in our accessories department) Screw fixings   F & C Osler, Birmingham & London The company Osler was established in Birmingham, 1807 by Thomas Osler The business really began functioning in 1831 when his sons Abraham Follett & Thomas Clarkson took over and the company. Specialising in crystal glass chandeliers they opened a showroom filled with the best stock on Oxford Street. In the latter half of the 19th century Osler found success in India due to the countries wealth and efficient shipping links.  The name F & C Osler was first recognised on 14th July 1906 when the children and grandchildren of Follett and Clarkson became the first directors. From 1911 the demand for simple clean pieces of glass was lost, however the demand for light fittings made entirely of metal was flourishing. This coincided nicely with the opportunity to acquire a lighting company named Faraday & Son Ltd in 1919 and the company became Osler & Faraday Ltd.