An unusual forged iron lighting device with a tripod base having a betty lamp and curled carrying handle at midpoint and at the top of the shaft is a reservoir in the shape of a rooster. The rooster's head is hinged and has a top slot for an oil wick that visually replaces the rooster's comb. Utilitarian folk art at its best. 19th century. 13.75" H x 7" W x 7.5" D. CODE-LAM