An exceptional paraffin microscope lamp with case. It is signed, "Wood late Abraham, Liverpool" on the base. This would refer to George Smart Wood who worked in Liverpool from 1847-1897. Wood took over from Abraham & Co. in 1851. This instrument probably dates from that time because the Wood name appearst to have been engraved after the fact.   The post is 9 3.4 " tall. The height of the lamp is adjustable by sliding it up the post. The lamp is in working order, and provides substantial illumination comparable to -- and even exceeding – the light from modern electric bulb. The lamp is finished in lacquered brass. It has a ceramic shade. This lamp is fully functional, and ready to provide vintage style illumination for an antique microscope.