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Pair of Vintage Cranberry Color Murano Glass Lamps by Barovier
By Seguso, Barovier
Located in Chicago, IL
color. Would look nice to paint the wood bases black as shown in the photos.
Lamp Shades not included.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Pair of French Forged Iron Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
(silvered) finish.
Lamp shades included.
Measures: 39" High x 20 3/8" W x 10 1/2" Deep
Base of the lamps
Category
20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
$1,575 Sale Price / set
28% Off
Pair of Beaux Arts Style Patinated Metal Two-Light Bouillotte Table Lamps
By Al Chapman
Located in Germantown, MD
at the top of the finial. Lamp shades are optional.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Beaux Arts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Teak Popcorn Base Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
lamps.
Lamps have been tested and they are in working condition.
Lamp Shades sold separately.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Teak
Pair of Early Mid-Century Modern Black Toleware Chrome Lamps
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
your own lamp shades, the finishing touch is the faux ivory finials crowning these stately lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
$780 Sale Price / set
55% Off
A Very Rare Pair of 1970
s Brass Pineapple Table Lamps
Located in Dublin, IE
an elegant socle plinth base.
Lamp shades not included.
With shade height: 27 in / 68.5 cm
Category
Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of English Classical Greek Empire Revival Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
. Complete with original pleated lamp shades held in place by decorative metal finial. Two downward
Category
Vintage 1920s English Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Fabric
$2,464 Sale Price / set
55% Off
Floor Lamps by ASEA Belysning, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Hägersten, SE
lacquer. New grey/natural linen lamp shades. Light switches on the lamp holders in working order. Good
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
$2,610 / set
Pair of Bergboms White Glass Table Lamps, 1960s
By Bergboms, Berndt Nordstedt
Located in Stockholm, SE
Berndt Nordstedt for Bergboms.
Please note: We are selling these lamps without the lamp shades.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Teak
$960 Sale Price / set
20% Off
HARCO LOOR ‘Strawberry’ table lamp, Netherlands – circa 1980-90
By Harco Loor 1
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic Strawberry table lamp by Harco Loor. The beautifully colored lamp shades are made of hand
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Nessen Style White Marble and Chrome Table Lamps
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
base, polished chrome hardware, and square fabric lamp shades. Each lamp is in very good condition
Category
20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome
1970s Fine Rattan Wicker Vessel Floor Lamps With Shades, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
damages. Comes with original rattan straw heavy lamp shades. Please view the zoom in images provided
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wicker, Straw, Rattan
Pair of Carved Wood Foo Dog Lamps by Sarreid
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of carved wood Foo Dog lamps by Sarreid of Spain. Shaped black paper lamp shades with gold
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
$1,280 Sale Price / set
66% Off
Pair of Hollywood Regency Tôle Brass Lamps Wrapped in Iron Vines
Flowers Stems
Located in St. Louis, MO
and Italian Tole.
13" is to top of final. Lamp shades not included.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of NeoClassical Onyx Urn Form Table Lamps
Located in Nashville, TN
. Pagoda lamp shades. Two horizontal sockets with pull cords in each lamp. Brass posts and finials. Bases
Category
Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Onyx
$4,600 / set
1 of the 3 XL Orange Red Floor Table Lamps, Custom Silk Shades by R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
, brown and orange tones and different materials and shapes fit perfectly with the custom made lamp shades
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Hollywood Regency Bronze and Marble Table Lamps, Corinthian Column Form
Located in Manhasset, NY
in bronze on claw feet pedestals. The pair with matching lamp shades.
24.5H x 6W x 6D
Category
Early 20th Century French Adam Style Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Danish Modern Organic Form Teak Lamps by ESA Denmark
By ESA
Located in New York, NY
attached to bottom, ESA Made in Denmark. Lamp shades show some age, and are included to be used as
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Anglo-Japanese Carved Ceramic Candle Stands and Brass Large Table Lamps, A Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
" tall to the top of the light bulb sockets. Lamp shades not included.
Category
Mid-20th Century Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Brass and Gunmetal Table Lamps by Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
new dark brown faux lizard skin lamp shades.
Dimension: 18” diameter 29.5” high 7.75” diameter base.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Hollywood Regency Polished Nickel Table Lamps, Large Urns
Located in Manhasset, NY
. 54 Inches High to top lamp shade. Lamp Shades not included.
31 H x 27 W x 12 D
hSXX
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Tall Danish Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp with Blue Glaze Made by Søholm, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Measurements:
Height including lamp shades 61 cm (height can be adjusted)
Height ceramic part only 28 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood
2 Art Deco Table Lamps Attr to Baccarat, France, circa 1940
By Baccarat
Located in Merida, Yucatan
, priced individually.
Lamp shades are not included.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal
Vintage Tripod Floor Lamp in Brass and Plisse, 1950s
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Beautiful vintage Tripod floor lamp in brass and plisse lamp shades in pastel peach, off-white and
Category
Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Floor Lamp with Grass Green Pleated Shades 1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern vintage floor lamp from brass with pleated silk shades in green color 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pair of Ceramic Brown and Green Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of ceramic lamps with different shades of greens and browns. Reminiscent of lamps by Marianna
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
$1,200 / set
1 of the 4 Blue Green Ceramic Floor Table Lamps, Custom Silk Shades by R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
warm, brown, blue and green tones fit perfectly with the custom made lamp shades, with bronze and beige
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Neoclassical Style White Ceramic and Marble Fluted Column Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
reliefs and dimensional cut-outs. Lamp shades not included.
Height to finial: 36.25".
Height to
Category
20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
$720 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Italian table lights Hollywood regency
By Romeo Rega
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Pair of Italian table lights .
Often attributed to Romeo REGA or Willy Rizzo.
Lamp shades included
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,186 / set
Gorgeous Pair of Cobalt Blue Ceramic Drip Glaze Lamps Mid-century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of large scale cobalt blue drip glaze lamp with their original floral lamps
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,320 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Mid-20th Century Ceramic Table Lamps
Located in Antwerp, BE
height.
The lamp shades are not included in the price.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,136 / set
Italian Hand Carved, Painted and Gilt Wood Lamps in Turquoise and Gold, a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
wiring in excellent shape.
Lamp shades measure: 12” tall x 16.25” wide x 10.5” deep
Lamps with finial
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Monumental Pair of Stacked Lucite Lamps in the Style of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Pasadena, CA
highest quality. The Lucite is thick and the lamps are very heavy.
The lamp shades have a diameter of 20
Category
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Lucite
Crystal Glass Table Lamps by Pukeberg, Sweden, 1970, Set of 2
By Pukeberg Sweden
Located in Göteborg, SE
dimension and style to any space. Please note that lamp shades are not included, allowing you to select the
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Modern Pair of Vintage Obelisk Table Lamp Brown Beech White Fabric France, 1980s
By Atelier Luc Rabault
Located in Vienna, AT
stained beech wood with rectangular lamp shades in butter cream color.
The color different between dark
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Pair of Gilt Metal and Rock Crystal Baguès Style Table Lamps
By Maison Baguès
Located in Manhasset, NY
with custom lamp shades. This stunning pair acquired directly from a Greenwich CT Mansion. The pair
Category
Vintage 1950s Neoclassical Table Lamps
Pair of Geometric Brass and Chrome Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Red Lion, PA
Pair of Geometric Brass and Chrome Table Lamps by Willy Rizzo for Lumica
Metal tube structure
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Colorful Floor Lamp 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage brass floor lamp with colorful lamp shades 1950s Austria.
A stunning
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Søholm Sculptural Ufo Shaped Table Lamp with Dark Blue Glaze, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
good used condition.
Measurements
Height including lamp shades 52 cm
Height incl. socket 36 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Brass Floor Lamp Model 324 by Armaturhantverk, Göteborg, Sweden, 1940s
By Göteborgs Armaturhantverk
Located in Hägersten, SE
from brass with three adjustable shades. New lamp shades in grey linen fabric Light switches on all
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Pair of Swedish Teak and Brass Floor Lamps
By AB Armaturhantverk
Located in Madrid, ES
base, from which emerges a teak wood column, and again brass up to the lamp socket. The lamp shades are
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970s French Table Lamp Pair Fleur De Lis Brass
By Maison Le Dauphin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Dauphin
Metal Aluminum and Brass
25.25 tall x 6.5 diameter
Silk Lamp Shade 6.5 diameter x 10.5
Lamp shades
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Large Midcentury Pottery Gold Tone Chain Lamps with Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
with the lamp are matching oversized black cloth lamp shades.
Measures:
Lamp with shade: 39" tall x 22
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Large Midcentury Pottery Gold Tone Chain Lamps with Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
with the lamp are matching oversized black cloth lamp shades.
Measures:
Lamp with shade: 39" tall x 22
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Chinoiserie Style, Ebonized Wood, Gilt, Table Lamps, USA, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
. Each terminating in a solid brass finial. Silk lamp shades not included.
Height: 32 inches, Diameter
Category
Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Silk, Lacquer
Ceramic Lamp with New Silk Custom Made Lampshades René Houben
By Kaiser
Located in Rijssen, NL
shades by René Houben. With warm bronze inner lay.
The set is in perfect vintage condition. The lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Majestic Table Lamp! Atomic MCM Luxcraft Brass 1950s Incredibly Rare
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
metal for the lamp shades! This is also a nice small size that doesn't require a whole table or credenza
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of brass floor Lamps by ASEA belysning, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Hägersten, SE
new lamp shades with hand sewn single pleating in cotton chintz. Light switches on the lamp holder
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of XL stone rose and brass table lamps, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
light bulb each, creating a warm atmosphere.
New lamp shades included
1970s - Belgium
the lamps are
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Brass
Pair Of 2 Italian Ceramic Sculpture Table Lamps 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of 2 Italian ceramic sculpture table lamps (shades Included) representing a woman and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
French Neoclassical Style Carved Silver Giltwood
Marble Draped Urn Lamps, Pair
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and details. Lamp shades not included.
Height to finial: 29.5 inches.
Height with extender: 33
Category
20th Century European Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Silver Leaf
$1,120 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Atelje Lyktan Large Glass Table Lamp by Hanne Dreutler. 1980s.
By Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Bromma, SE
Sweden during the 1980s.
Design by Hanne Dreutler for Studio Åhus/Ateljé Lyktan.
The white lamp shades
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Floor Lamp by Stilux Milano, 1950s
By Stilux
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century floor lamp with a brass tripod base and 4 beautiful original white glass lamp shades
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bold Mid-Century Colorful Table Lamp in Deep Blue Glass. 1960s.
By Gert Nystrom
Located in Bromma, SE
produced by Hyllinge Glasbruk in Sweden. 1960s.
Not signed.
Great vintage condition.
Lamp shades are not
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Swedish Floor Lamp with Three Light Sources
Located in Kramfors, SE
electrical wiring in working condition. Original lamp shades with minor marks and traces of use with some odd
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Elm
Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors Table Lamps Model RD1477
By Carl Fagerlund
Located in Atlanta, GA
caps and bases engraved Orrefors RD1477.
Note: We are selling these table lamps without lamp shades
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pair of Royal Copenhagen Blue Table Lamps by Nils Thorsson, Danish Modern, 1970s
By Fog
Mørup, Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
condition with full function.
Measurements:
Heights including lamp shades (as shown in photos): 40 cm
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
$1,044 Sale Price / set
20% Off
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Used Lamp Shades For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of used lamp shades available for sale. Each of these unique used lamp shades was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Used lamp shades have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of used lamp shades to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency used lamp shades are of considerable interest. Poul Henningsen, Ifö Electric and Louis Poulsen each produced beautiful used lamp shades that are worth considering.
How Much are Used Lamp Shades?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $38,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Used Lamp Shades
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
- What is a mica lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a softback lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A banker’s lamp was traditionally used on bankers’ desks or in libraries or other office-type settings. The green-tinted shade helped keep the eyes feeling comfortable and protected from the glare of the bulb. Browse a collection of banker’s lamps from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A gooseneck lamp is used for pointing illumination at a spot or subject that needs it. It can be used for night time reading, or on a larger scale, in construction sites for spot illumination. You’ll find a variety of gooseneck lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What lamps do artists use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Artists can use a variety of lamps in their studios. Desk lamps with adjustable arms and shades are popular because they allow artists to direct light where they need it. Similarly, floor lamps that can be adjusted as necessary can also benefit artists. Shop a selection of lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a buffet lamp used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A buffet lamp can be used on a buffet, bedroom dressers, hall console tables, sofa tables, etc. They are identified by their long narrow necks and tiny shades. Find a variety of buffet lamps on 1stDibs to meet your requirements.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
- 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.
- 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, 2022Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The safest way to burn a kerosene lamp is outdoors, but if you do want to use one inside, opt for K-1 kerosene in an indoor-specific lamp. Do not burn red kerosene in an indoor lamp because the fumes from the red dye can be toxic to inhale.
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