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Oil Lamp - Etching by Aniello Cataneo - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Aniello Cataneo (1732-1805). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Cesarano - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Cesarano (1740-1815). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Cesarano - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Cesarano (1740-1815). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to the print
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Aniello Cataneo - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Aniello Cataneo (1732-1805). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Luigi Biondi - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Luigi Biondi (1776-1839). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Luigi Biondi - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Luigi Biondi (1776-1839). The etching belongs to the print
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamps - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamps is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1750-1787). The etching belongs to the print
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Cesarano - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Cesarano (1740-1815). The etching belongs to the print
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Marcantonio Iacomino - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Marcantonio Iacomino (1730-1806). The etching belongs to the
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Aniello Cataneo - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Aniello Cataneo (1732-1805). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Marcantonio Iacomino - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Marcantonio Iacomino (1730-1806). The etching belongs to the
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp - Etching by Niccolò Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Niccolò Vanni (1750-1770). The etching belongs to the print
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Antique Continental Ceramic Pink Gilt Striped Shell or Oil Lamp Styled Inkwell
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
identify who it may be and have it posted as 'Unknown'. The inkwell is shaped in either a shell or oil lamp
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Oil Lamps

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Ceramic

Early 19th Century Faience Table Lamp, Converted From Oil-Burning Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This 19th century faience table lamp is converted from an old oil lamp.
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Early 19th Century French Rococo Antique Oil Lamps

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Faience

Antique Japanese Copper Bullseye Railway Boat Lantern Police Signal Oil Lamp 13"
By Nippon Sento Company Ltd
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique copper police/ railroad / boat signal lantern / hand lamp. Features cylindrical body style
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Early 20th Century Antique Oil Lamps

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Copper

Eagle Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Guerra - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Eagle Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Giovanni
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp With Hercules and Animals - Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Hercules and Animals from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Ancient Oil Lamps - Etching by Nicola Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Iacomino e Nicola
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Antique Indian Patinated Bronze Oil Lamp 19th Century South India
Located in Forney, TX
A charming early patinated metal oil lamp, India, 19th century or earlier. Most likely
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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Oil Lamps

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Bronze

Antique Japanese Satsuma Moriage Oil Lamps Dragon Jardiniere Mantel Set
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare antique parlor set of Japanese Satsuma porcelain and brass Kosmos Brenner oil lamps and
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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Oil Lamps

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Brass

Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp - Etching by Giovanni Battista Casanova - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Giovanni Battista Casanova (1735-1810). The etching belongs to
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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African Bambara Oil Lamp, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
nighttime rituals and mask performances. Burning Tulu oil made from tree nuts, the lamp gave off a
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Early 20th Century Malian Tribal Antique Oil Lamps

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Iron

Antique India Patinated Brass Changalvetta Hindu Ritual Oil Lamp with Ladle
Located in Forney, TX
historical depth with this graceful South Indian patinated cast brass ritual oil lamp. This unique
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19th Century Indian Antique Oil Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

Art Nouveau Majolica and Loetz Art Glass Shade Oil Lamp Adjustable Pendant Light
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, large and beautiful antique Art Nouveau oil lamp with blackened iron frame in floral decor
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Oil Lamps

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Metal, Brass

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
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Early 19th Century French Egyptian Revival Antique Oil Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Wired Empire Hanging Oil Lamps, French 19th Century
Located in New Orleans, LA
This pair of French bronze hanging oil lamps dates back to the 19th century and suspend from
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Late 19th Century French Antique Oil Lamps

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Bronze

Oil Lamps With Cupid - Etching by Giuseppe Aloja - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamps With Cupid from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Giuseppe
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Pompeian Style Oil Lamps - Etching by Vincenzo Segoni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pompeian Style Oil Lamps from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Pompeian Style Oil Lamps - Etching by Aniello Cataneo - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pompeian Style Oil Lamps from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Duck Head Oil Lamp - Etching by Nicola Vanni - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Duck Head Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Carlo Oraty
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp With Bird - Etching by Marcantonio Iacomino - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Bird from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Marcantonio
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp With Sailor - Etching by Marcantonio Iacomino - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Sailor from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Pompeian Style Oil Lamps - Etching by Marcantonio Iacomino - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pompeian Style Oil Lamps from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Hercules on Oil Lamp - Etching by Francesco Giomignani - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Hercules on Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Francesco
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

19th Century Victorian Pair Of Brass Davy Co Yacht Cabin Oil Lamps c.1890
By Davey Co.
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique 19th Century Victorian pair of oil lamps by Davey & Co London Ltd. Made from brass and
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19th Century British Other Antique Oil Lamps

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Brass

Rare Antique Gadget Cane Concealed Oil Lamp Lantern Walking Stick
Located in Shippensburg, PA
handling, the comfortably cylindrical metal cap at the top lifts to reveal a miniature oil lamp with a
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Oil Lamps

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Brass, Nickel

Oil Lamp With Decoration - Etching by Niccolò Cesarano - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Decoration is an Etching realized by Niccolò Cesarano (1740-1815). The etching
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp With Horse - Etching by Carlo Pignatari - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Horse is an Etching realized by Carlo Pignatari (18th century). The etching belongs
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp With Decoration - Etching by Carlo Pignatari - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Decoration is an Etching realized by Carlo Pignatari (18th century). The etching
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp With Decoration - Etching by Carlo Pignatari - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp With Decoration is an Etching realized by Carlo Pignatari (18th century). The etching
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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp to Hang - Etching by Luigi Biondi - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Luigi Biondi (1776-1839). The etching belongs to the print
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Etching

Oil Lamp to Hang - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp to Hang is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp to Hang - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp to Hang is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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Oil Lamp to Hang - Etching by Vincenzo Campana - 18th Century
By Vincenzo Campana
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp to Hang is an Etching realized by Vincenzo Campana (1730-1806). The etching belongs to
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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Lamps

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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, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Roman 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    People 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.