Collectable Oil Lamps
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Religious Items
Silver
Antique Late 19th Century European Globes
Glass
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories
Metal, Spelter
Late 20th Century British Colonial Nautical Objects
Brass
Early 20th Century American Rustic Historical Memorabilia
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities
Glass, Porcelain
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Historical Memorabilia
Brass
Mid-20th Century Moroccan Arts and Crafts Religious Items
Metal, Copper
Antique Mid-17th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Algerian Islamic Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century German Religious Items
Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century Greek Religious Items
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Historical Memorabilia
Brass
Mid-20th Century Religious Items
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Algerian Religious Items
Brass
Vintage 1920s English Religious Items
Silver
Mid-20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Antique 18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Historical Memorabilia
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Tunisian Primitive Religious Items
Earthenware
Antique Late 18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-17th Century German Religious Items
Silver
Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Religious Items
Bronze
Late 20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Silver
Early 20th Century Moroccan Religious Items
Brass
Late 20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Moroccan Religious Items
Brass
Late 20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Early 20th Century Algerian Religious Items
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Israeli Historical Memorabilia
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Religious Items
Brass
Mid-20th Century Israeli Brutalist Religious Items
Iron
Mid-20th Century Israeli Brutalist Religious Items
Iron
Antique 18th Century Polish Religious Items
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Tobacco Accessories
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century Moroccan Religious Items
Brass
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Metal, Brass
20th Century Books
Paper
Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Floor Lamps
Brass
2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Stone, Wire
2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Marble, Wire
2010s Hungarian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Stone, Wire
2010s Hungarian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Limestone, Granite, Marble, Wire
2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Stone, Wire
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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, 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 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, 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.
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