Vintage Miniature Swirl Glass Oil Lamp

This item is a small, decorative miniature oil lamp, commonly referred to as a night lamp or finger lamp, likely dating from the mid-20th century. The lamp features a clear glass construction with a distinctive molded swirl or spiral optic pattern on both the chimney and the base reservoir. The chimney has a bulbous bottom that tapers into a slender neck with a slightly flared rim. The base is circular and squat, providing stability for the small frame. Connecting the two glass components is a metal burner assembly finished in a dark, potentially oxidized or painted black coating. The metal shows signs of heavy patina and some soot accumulation, suggesting it may have been functional in the past. There is visible residue inside the glass chimney, indicating previous use. No specific maker's marks are immediately visible in the image, but the style is consistent with mass-produced glass vanity or novelty items from the 1940s-1960s. The overall condition is fair to good, with no apparent cracks or chips in the glass, though the metal components exhibit surficial corrosion typical for its age.