Persian Oil Lamp
Antique Islamic Persian Nishapur Style Ceramic Glazed Oil Lamp
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique Islamic Persian Nishapur style ceramic glazed oil lamp.
A stunning brown pottery oil lamp
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Islamic Candle Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Collection of Four Persian Glazed Ceramic Oil Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
A collection of four Early Persian Glazed Pottery Oil Lamps from an American collection. It
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
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
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Antique Persian Palm Tree Silverplated Oil Lamp
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Antique Palm Tree Silverplated Table Oil Lamp. Removable tuft of palm leaves in a pinnate form
Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
17th-18th Century Persian Blue Glazed Pottery Standing Oil Lamp
Located in Raalte, NL
Antique Persian earthenware blue glazed standing oil lamp adorned with various motifs in the glaze
Category
Antique 18th Century Asian Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Antique Persian Copper Repousse Oil Lamp with Hanging Hook
Located in Oakland Park, FL
Offered by the Antique Textiles Galleries:
Antique Persian copper repousse oil lamp with hanging
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Raj Lanterns
Materials
Copper
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Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
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Dimensions
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20 inches (51 cms) Diameter
Category
Early 20th Century Jars
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Terracotta
Brutalist Bronzed Resin Wall Relief Sculpture, Style of Paul Evans, c 1970s
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Italian Lucite Pen Pencil Desk Holder By Designer Rede Guzzini
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Located in Bainbridge, NY
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Located in Milwaukee, WI
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Located in Houston, TX
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Cartier High Jewelry Exhibition Coffee Table Book, 1997
Located in New York, NY
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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.
- 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.
- 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.
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