Ancient Oil Lamp
Antique Repro of Ancient Roman Bronze Oil Lamp, Annum Novum Faustum Felicem
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Antique reproduction of ancient oil lamp. Manufactured in Italy during the mid-late 19th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman More Lighting
Materials
Bronze
$530
H 3.55 in W 6.7 in D 3.75 in
Pair of Chinese Yokeback Chairs, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
the form as a whole looks like an ancient oil lamp stand. This pair of armchairs features curved back
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm
Antique Roman Byzantine Style Bronze Oil Lamp
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Silenus mask form hinged lid.
The ancient bronze Roman oil lamp with heavy green patina.
Dimensions
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Islamic Candle Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Layla Pink Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
lamp, designed by Serena Confalonieri and inspired by ancient oil night lamps. Named after the Arabic
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Layla Light Blue Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by ancient oil night lamps, this table lamp will imbue a contemporary interior with warmth
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
19th Century European Brass Hanging Church Sanctuary Pendant Lamp with Cherubim
Located in Madrid, ES
oil lamps of ancient times, and three angels, or cherubim, with crossed wings and somber expressions
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Candle Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,013
H 27.56 in Dm 9.85 in
Ancient Persian Khurasan Islamic Engraved Calligraphy Bronze Oil Lamp c.1200
Located in Portland, OR
A 12th Century Islamic bronze oil lamp, Eastern Persia, Khurasan.
The cast bronze body of
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
$1,850
H 5.52 in W 5.12 in D 2.76 in
Layla Red Striped
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
exclusive series of lighting fixtures designed by Serena Confalonieri. Inspired by ancient oil night lamps
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
French Empire Bronze Inkwell After the Roman Oil Lamps, c. 1815–25
Located in Atlanta, GA
manner, after the form of ancient Roman oil lamps. The central reservoir, cast with a hammered surface
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Inkwells
Materials
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Neoclassical Patinated Bronze Candle Chandelier
Located in Madrid, ES
, suspended by multiple decorative chains reminiscent of an ancient Roman oil lamp. The painted sheet metal
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique French Empire Style Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 10-Light Chandelier
Located in London, GB
oil lamp adorned with floral garlands and ribbon-tied masks having nine arms modelled from winged
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Napoleon III Period Gilt and Patinated Bronze Chandelier
Located in London, GB
of an ancient Roman terracotta or earthenware oil lamp. The patinated bronze bowl of the lamp is open
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
French 19th-20th Century Neoclassical Style Gilt Bronze Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chandelier. The elongated gilt bronze frame in the form of an ancient Empire hanging oil burning lamp
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
$34,500
H 60 in Dm 36 in
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Pair of French Gilt Bronze and Marble Lamps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
have bronze cups in the form of ancient oil lamps. These lamps have been rewired and are topped off
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Gilt wood Swedish Art Deco mirror with sunburst and oil lamp motif.
Located in New York, NY
oil lamps. Mirror glass is original and has a one inch beveled edge. Height: 39, Width: 16", Depth
Category
20th Century Swedish Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Very Unusual Alabaster Ceiling Fixture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century lathe turned and carved alabaster ceiling fixture in the form of an ancient oil
Category
20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants
Wedgwood Decorated Black Basalt Inkstand
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This enchanting antique Wedgwood black basalt inkwell is crafted in the form of an ancient oil lamp
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Inkwells
Materials
Porcelain
Ancient Samaritan Terracotta Oil Lamps, Pair
Located in Astoria, NY
Two ancient Samaritan, Holy Land, terracotta pottery oil lamps, each with molded geometric palm
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Archaistic Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Ancient Bronze Oil Lamp, Italian Manufacture, Rome, Beginning of 1800
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an original decorative object realized in Rome at the beginning of 1800.
After G
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
Grand Tour Bronze Oil Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Very fine Grand Tour bronze cast of an ancient Roman oil lamp with a figure of the god Silenus
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Empire Ormolu Six Light Pendant Chandelier
Located in Astoria, NY
Empire ormolu six light pendant chandelier in the form of an ancient Roman oil lamp in the manner
Category
20th Century Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Petit Tole Floral Painted Lamp
Located in Nashville, TN
In the form of ancient oil lamps .....Pale mint paint with floral decoration in good shape (some
Category
Early 20th Century French Other Table Lamps
Materials
Tôle
Layla Red Striped
Layla Pink Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
lamp, designed by Serena Confalonieri and inspired by ancient oil night lamps. Named after the Arabic
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Ancient Terracotta Byzantine Oil Lamp 6th-7th Century AD, ON SALE
Located in Sofia, BG
Description: Oil lamp
Byzantine, 6th-7th century AD
Terracotta. H 3.8 cm. Ø 8.6 cm.
Provenance
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Antiquities
Materials
Terracotta
Group of Six Possibly Ancient Terracotta Oil Lamps, Small Vases and Vessels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A group of six old (and possibly ancient) terracotta vessels.
Perfect for the collecting
Category
Early 20th Century Greco Roman Vases
Materials
Terracotta
H 3.75 in W 2.63 in D 1.25 in
Late 18th Century Earthenware Hanukkah Lamp, Djerba, Tunisia
Located in New York, NY
top of small columns, and are similar in design to ancient earthenware oil lamps.
Every item in
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Tunisian Primitive Religious Items
Materials
Earthenware
Period Neoclassical Porcelain Inkwell in the form of Roman Lamp
Located in Essex, MA
, Nemeian Lion in form of Ancient Antique Roman Oil Lamp
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Inkwells
Materials
Porcelain, Paste
Collection of Ancient Roman Terracotta Oil Lamps, circa 100-200 AD
Located in Louisville, KY
Note: In the villas, palaces and shops of the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine Empires these lamps were
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman More Furniture ...
Materials
Clay
Pair of Bouillotte Table Lamps
Located in Richmond, London
A pair of unusual and decorative lacquered brass 'bouillotte' table lamps, fashioned as Ancient
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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Chinese Shiwan Green Glazed Ceramic Jar / Planter, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderful green glaze typical of Chinese "Shiwan" pottery adorns this early 20th Century Chinese storage jar. The jar likely occupied a private home to store grains or other househ...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Mounted Sculpture Bust in Bronze on Base Bibelot Decorative Object Center piece
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Mounted Sculpture Bust in Bronze on Base Bibelot Decorative Object Center piece. Excellent color and details decorative hand finished On a Desk as garniture on a mantle fireplace, on...
Category
20th Century European Busts
Materials
Bronze
$9,600
H 19 in W 10 in D 11 in
Curtain Lamp
By Analuisa Corrigan Studio
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Lamp: H 10'“ x W 3”
Shade: white linen, loose fitting H 7” x W (top) 6” x W (bottom) 6”
Glaze: Sage matte, white matte, black shiny, matte blue
Hardware: unfinished brass
...
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Solana Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Japanese antique wooden sofa table/Late 19th century/Wabi-sabi low table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a board and a wooden box that were used in Japan from the Meiji period to the early Showa period.
These two can be combined to make a low table.
The tabletop is made of eithe...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sofa Tables
Materials
Cedar
$1,200
H 12.64 in W 28.15 in D 37.29 in
Brutalist Swag Pendant Light Lamp Tom Greene Brass Feldman Co Mid-Century Modern
By Tom Greene, Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Wayne, NJ
Brutalist Swag Pendant Light Lamp Tom Greene Brass Feldman Co. This plugs into a wall outlet. It has approx 13' Cord/chain.
Category
Vintage 1960s Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$3,000
H 23.5 in W 12 in D 12 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel
Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting.
Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape.
The metal arms paint...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
$16,933 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Large Neoclassical Style Mahogany and Gilt Beveled Pier Mirror by LaBarge
By LaBarge
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and striking Neoclassical style mirror crafted with gilt palmettes on the cornice and frieze with basket of flowers and leaves. The segmented half column supports turned with...
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Wood
$3,500
H 53 in W 43 in D 4 in
"Brenne" Bean-shaped Blonde Burl Wood Desk by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The design continuum continues to evolve in this artistic luxury piece. The iconic kidney shape first appeared as a writing desk or dressing table during the Louis XV period of 16th ...
Category
2010s Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Burl
$1,995 / item
H 30 in W 52 in D 24 in
Exceptional Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Grandfather Clock
Located in London, GB
Exceptional Louis XVI style gilt bronze and malachite grandfather clock
French, late 19th century
Measures: Height 250cm, width 54cm, depth 33cm
This superb longcase clock is a ...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Grandfather Clocks and Longca...
Materials
Malachite, Ormolu
$206,628
H 98.43 in W 21.26 in D 13 in
Bronze Jewelry Box Ancient Sarcophagus Reliefs Greek Roman Caesar Gladiator
By Line Vautrin
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful heavy cast bronze, hinged/lidded box, lightly polished, and glowing. Depicting ancient relief scenes / characters of Ancient Roman or Greek times. No makers markings were...
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Greek Revival Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
H 2.63 in W 6.38 in D 3.5 in
Grand Tour Bronze Figure of Seated Hermes, Early 19th Century After the Antique
Located in Beachwood, OH
Large Figure of Seated Hermes, Grand Tour Bronze, Early 19th Century
19th Century Continental School After the Antique
The large size figure well cast, with brownish green patination...
Category
Early 19th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$5,000
H 23 in W 16 in D 8.5 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket.
Signed by the arti...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
$13,713 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
ANCIENT ROMAN MASk
Located in Madrid, ES
COPY OF AN ANCIENT ROMAN MASK MADE IN TERRACOTTa
Category
Vintage 1970s Mounted Objects
Materials
Terracotta
Tiffany Studios “Curtain Border” Floor Lamp 1899-1920
By Tiffany Studios
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tiffany Studios
“Curtain Border” Floor Lamp
1899-1920
"Scroll" Senior floor base and "Pig Tail" finial
leaded glass, patinated bronze
78 in. (198.1 cm) high
24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm) dia...
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass
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Prices for an ancient oil lamp start at $75 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $2,800.
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- What is a whale oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A whale oil lamp is a lamp that uses whale oil for fuel. Whale oil lamps were largely made from the 16th to the 19th centuries. Antique whale oil lamps are collectibles today and an older specimen will be a striking addition to your mantel or display cabinet. Find a collection of antique and vintage whale oil lamps on 1stDibs today.
- Are oil lamps still used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, oil lamps are still used today. However, most people utilize oil lamps while camping or during power outages in the U.S. It is uncommon for Americans to light their homes only with oil lamps. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique oil lamps.
- How do I use a hanging oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022People began using early versions of oil lamps for spiritual purposes during ancient times. References to oil-burning lamps are found in both the Torah and the Bible. Oil lamps became popular for everyday use lighting homes and businesses in the late 19th century with the advent of the kerosene lamp. Shop a selection of antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Victorian oil lamp was designed in 1792 by inventor Ami Argan. What made this lamp unique to the ones that preceded it is the unique shape, featuring a long glass shaft that aids the illumination of the lamp. Browse a collection of vintage Victorian oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- How does a Roman oil lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Roman oil lamps are simply containers filled with oil, in which a wick made up of cloth or rope rests on one end. The other end of the wick comes in contact with the air. When the wick is lit, the oil in it burns and gives out light.
- How do you use a brass oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How you use a brass oil lamp may vary based on the design of the piece. However, generally, you fill the lamp with vegetable, sesame or similar plant-based oil. Use tweezers to raise and lower the wick and trim away burned ends with scissors. Then, use a match to light the lamp. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oil lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
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