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Pair Of Very Good Bronze Oil Lamps
Located in London, GB
Wonderful bronze table lamps with mythical horned beast handles.
Body surrounded by cherubs
Category
1870s French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Italian Grand Tour Model of a Roman Oil Lamp
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A decorative Italian Grand Tour model of a Roman oil lamp, circa 1835,in the manner of Benedetto
Category
Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Marble
Eduard Vitali - 19th Century Watercolour, The Oil Lamp
By Eduard Vitali
Located in Corsham, GB
A charming study of an Italian woman replacing the oil lamp outside of her home. She wears
Category
19th Century Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Watercolor
19th Century Converted Oil Lamp with Shade
Located in Lomita, CA
The design and details of this converted lamp make it a standout. It is a neoclassical style brass
Category
Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$783 Sale Price
20% Off
German Bronze Oil Lamp in Original Condition
Located in Montreal, QC
This Aladdin lamp is German, and dates from the late 19th century, The bronze is exquisitely cast
Category
Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Rare and Early American 19th Century Brass Oil Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
amazing oil lamp with a handblown original glass globe. The condition is very good.
Category
Mid-19th Century American American Colonial Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,356 Sale Price
20% Off
Outstanding quality antique Victorian Sitzendorf porcelain oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique Victorian Sitzendorf porcelain oil lamp, having three quality porcelain
Category
Early 19th Century German Early Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Glass, Porcelain
$1,556 Sale Price
20% Off
Chinese Ming Kneeling Man Oil Lamp, c. 1500
Located in Chicago, IL
This curious ceramic form is a sculptural Chinese candle stand or oil lamp from the late Ming
Category
16th Century Chinese Ming Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Early Arts and Crafts Oil Lamp, Electrified
Located in Peekskill, NY
glows a striking red/amber when lit and off its a bit pink/off white. This originally an oil lamp that
Category
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Stained Glass
Pair of French Oil Lamps Opaline Glass Hand Painted Bronze Finishing
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps, the mechanism with the wick has been modified in order to electrify them and make them
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique Copper Brass Nautical Maritime Gimbal Compass Binnacle Ship Oil Lamp 14
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
double oil lamps. Copper and brass body with double oil lamps for illumination.
Dimensions:
13.5" x 10
Category
Early 20th Century British Colonial Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
Cranberry Glass Oil Lamp on Decorative Iron Base
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Cranberry glass oil lamp on decorative iron base
A beautiful glass iron lamp set on an Iron base
Category
Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Eastlake Cast Iron Oil Lamp Holder with Mounting Bracket
Located in New York, NY
Black cast iron antique oil lamp holder with decorative Eastlake details. Often used these days as
Category
1910s American Eastlake Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Iron
$316 Sale Price
20% Off
Dresden Porcelain Oil Lamp with Cherubs, c.1890
Located in Worcester, GB
Dresden Porcelain Oil Lamp with Cherubs, c.1890
A decorative late 19th century porcelain oil lamp
Category
Late 19th Century German Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Napoleon III Style Pair French Hand Painted Opaline Glass Oil Lamps
Located in Prato, Tuscany
of hand-painted white opaline glass table lamps; originally these lamps were oil lamps, the mechanism
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Opium Oil Lamp
Located in Forney, TX
China in the 19th century, the silver-tone oil lamp features a six sided base with unique polychrome
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Antique Victorian quality brass and cut glass oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Victorian quality brass and cut glass oil lamp, having the original white glass shade and
Category
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
$714 Sale Price
25% Off
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
German, Late 19th Century
Category
Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Sterling Silver
$1,020 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Brass Nickel-Plated Pigeon Oil Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Crafted in late 19th century France, this nickel-plated brass oil lamp represents a significant
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Bradley and Hubbard Oil Lamp with Amazing Shade
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a very showy Bradley and Hubbard oil table lamp. The shade has so much going on and is the
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chinese
Shiwan
Candleholder / Oil Lamp Set of 6, Green-Glazed, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This set of 6 Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century feature the distinctive green glaze
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Lamp - Cassolette - Oil lamp - Empire style - Bronze - 19th France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Magnificent late 19th century mantelpiece set, mounted as a lamp.
This beautiful Athenian-style
Category
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Brass
Arts and Crafts Brass Extending Standard Oil Lamp
Located in Altrincham, GB
Arts and Crafts Brass Extending Standard Lamp with Slender Column, Twist Tripod Supports with
Category
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique French Gold Bronze and Glass Suspension Oil Lamp Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Gold Bronze and White Opaline Glass Suspension Oil Lamp Chandelier, Circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Heron Tripod Oil Lamp Holder, Grand Tour Object, Bronze, Italy 19th century
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Heron Tripod Oil Lamp Holder, Grand Tour Object, Bronze, Italy 19th century
Category
Early 19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Ornate English Porcelain Vase in Shape of Archaic Oil Lamp Vessel
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This ornate porcelain vase is in the shape of an archaic oil lamp. It has double heads and double
Category
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of French Neoclassical Patinated Bronze Oil Lamps
Located in Kittery Point, ME
Each cast with neoclassical figures, on separate stands, each impressed Bec Boleil, R.D. Ditmar. Electrified.
With a Sotheby’s New York provenance.
Measures: Height of base only ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique Brass Telescoping Piano Oil Lamp
Hand Painted Floral Shade c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique piano oil lamp offers hand painted floral shade over brass base having foliate embossed
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,160 Sale Price
20% Off
Oil Lamp - Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Various Authors in
Category
18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Etching
Victorian Oil Lamp Porcelain Gilt Table Light 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a collectable Victorian oil lamp circa 1880
Great for that Victorian parlor look
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Iron
19th Century Afghan Silver Shabbat Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Silver Sabbath oil lamp, Afghanistan, late 19th century.
Featuring a rimmed bowl elevated on a
Category
Late 19th Century Afghan Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Silver
According To Arent Van Bolten - Grotesque Animal, Oil Lamp
Located in Beaune, FR
Rare oil lamp or bronze perfume burner representing a grotesque or fantastic animal after the
Category
19th Century European Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Chinese Ceramic
Shiwan
Oil Lamp / Candleholder, Green Glaze, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the early 20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
19th Century Neoclassical Bronze Woman Holding Oil Lamp With A Bird
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
19th Century Neoclassical Grand Tour Bronze of a woman holding oil lamp with a bird.
European
Category
1880s Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Italian Chandelier, Electrified Old Oil Lamp, Murano Glass
Bronze
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Italian Art Nouveau chandelier, electrified and made from an oil lamp, in lattimo Murano
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Gold Bronze
Glass Suspension Oil Lamp Chandelier, Circa 1880
s
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exquisite antique French gold bronze & opal white gAlass suspension oil lamp chandelier, Circa 1880
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Oil Lamp - Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Various Artists (18th century).
The etching belongs to the
Category
Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Etching
1904 Antique Manning Bowman Patinated Copper Brass Oil Lamp
By Manning Bowman
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s Antique Patinated Copper Brass Oil Burner Lamp
Coffee Percolator Base, Chafing Dish Warmer
Category
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Victorian Coverted Brass Three Arm Glass Oil Lamp Chandelier 34"
Located in Dayton, OH
scrollwork arms leading to a trio of diamond and floral patterned glass oil lamps. Converted to electric
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,750 Sale Price
30% Off
Oil Lamp with an Illuminating Globe Shade, Bohemian, circa 1885
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century opalescent glass oil lamp with an illuminating globe shade, Bohemia, circa 1885
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Glass
19th Century Grand Tour Greco-Roman Oil Lamp Form Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
the form of a Greek or Roman oil lamp depicting the figure of the Greek god, Helios, with the three
Category
Late 19th Century French Grand Tour Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Victorian Silver Plated Oil Lamp by Derby Silver Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a Victorian silver-plated oil lamp or table lighter, made by the Derby Silver Company, as
Category
Early 20th Century American Rococo Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
$285 Sale Price
36% Off
Pair of Brass Chenets or Andirons, Magical or Oil Lamp Motif, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Pair of brass chenets or andirons, magical or oil lamp motif, 19th century.
Category
19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Brass
19th Century Italian Silver Oil Lamp Depicting Mercury After Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional 19th century silver oil lamp supported by the figure of Mercury after the
Category
1850s Italian Neoclassical Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Marble, Silver
Chinese Ceramic Green Glaze
Shiwan
Oil Lamp Set, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This set of Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century features the distinctive green glaze
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
19th Century French Bronze and Pottery Hanging Oil Lamp by Gagneau
By Gagneau Paris
Located in New York, NY
Unique 19th century hanging oil lamp by Gagneau and Company of Paris, with urn form crafted from
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
French 19th Century Renaissance Style Patinated Bronze Oil Lamps on Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extremely decorative French 19th century Renaissance st. patinated bronze oil lamps on stand
Category
19th Century French Renaissance Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Tall Neoclassical Electrified Silver Plated Column-Form Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Tall, neoclassical, electrified, column-form oil lamp, England, circa 1880s. Stepped - up square
Category
1880s English Neoclassical Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Oil Lamp
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period brass oil lamp. Features a vivid cloisonne enamel dragon motif set
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Enamel, Brass
Chinese Ceramic
Shiwan
Oil Lamp / Candle Holder, Green Glaze, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the early 20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Ceramic
Shiwan
Oil Lamp / Candle Holder, Green Glaze, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Shiwan ware oil lamp from the early 20th century features a green glaze. Shiwan ware is a
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Antique Deccan Oil Lamp, Indian, Bronze, Hamsa, Bird, Late 19th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Deccan oil lamp. An Indian, bronze hanging lamp with Hamsa bird finial, dating
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Hanging Mughal Deccani Bronze Oil Lamp in the Shape of a Bird India
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique hanging cast bronze oil lamp in the shape of a beautiful mythical bird peacock figure with
Category
Late 19th Century Indian Agra Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Antique Oil Lamps with Original Baccarat Frosted Glass Shades
Located in CANNES, FR
A pair of antique oil lamps with original Baccarat shades, height 62 cm.
This elegant pair of oil
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Chinese Ceramic
Shiwan
Oil Lamp / Candleholder Set, Green Glaze, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
These Shiwan ware oil lamps from the early 20th century feature a green/blue glaze. Shiwan ware is
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Fine quality antique Victorian silver plated and satin glass peg oil lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Fine quality antique Victorian silver plated and satin glass peg oil lamp, having a quality silver
Category
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
$650 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Bronze Sinumbra Oil Lamp with Cut Glass Shade
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome urn form sinumbra lamp retains it's original oil reservoir. It features neoclassical
Category
Mid-19th Century English American Classical Antique Oil Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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Antique Oil Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique oil lamps available for sale. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, all antique oil lamps available were constructed with great care. Antique oil lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique oil lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Joseph Hinks
Sons, Gagneau Paris and Messenger and Sons each produced beautiful antique oil lamps that are worth considering.
How Much are Antique Oil Lamps?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,648, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $180,000 highest priced.
Questions About Antique 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is an antique student lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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