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Beautiful Oil Lamp Lempereur & Bernard, Belgium Vintage Oil Lamp In Brass
Located in Bastogne, BE
Very decorative, vintage kerosene lamp of the famous Liège factory Les Établissements Lempereur
Category

20th Century Belgian Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Stiffel Brass & Glass Oil Reservoir Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage oil-lamp style table lamp with fluted brass column base. Substantial bulbous oil reservoir
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass and Glass Oil Lamp Designed by Hans Agne, Jakobsson Ab, Markaryd
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage oil lamp by Swedish architect / industrial designer Hans - Agne Jakobsson. The lamp was
Category

1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Aladdin Stylish Handmade Blue Ceramic Turkish Oil Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
vintage oil lamp has a pottery base that evokes an Aladdin's Lamp out of the Arabian Nights. Textured hand
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Pottery Oil Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Wonderful vintage mid century modern pottery oil lamp. Features a long fresh wick with a glass top
Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Pottery, Glass

Vintage Pottery Oil Lamp
Vintage Pottery Oil Lamp
H 11.5 in W 5.2 in D 5.5 in
Vintage 1960’s Bronze and Stone Oil Lamp
Located in Naples, FL
This vintage 1960’s oil lamp is a beautiful addition to any collection or home decor. rafted with
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1960s Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Vintage 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Oil Lamp Model L-47 Vintage Brass Amber Glass
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
rare kerosene or oil table lamp, model L-47 designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage L&B Brevete Marque Deposee Brass Oil Lamp, Belgium, 1970
By Brevete
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage L&B Brevete Marque Deposee Brass Oil Lamp, Belgium, 1970. The designer lamp is made in a
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1960s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Henning Koppel Vintage Petronella Oil Table Lamp by Louis Poulsen
By Henning Koppel
Located in Esbjerg, DK
oil lamp is made from solid brass and has an opaline glass shade. Due to its material composition its
Category

1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Swedish Framed Interior Oil Painting - Still life with Lamp
Located in Bristol, GB
STILL LIFE WITH LAMP Size: 61 x 72.5 cm (including frame) Oil on canvas A beautifully textured and
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1950s Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Danish Midcentury Oil Lamp by Ilse Ammonsen for Daproma Design in Brass
By Ilse D. Ammonsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage midcentury solid brass oil lamp by Ilse Ammonsen for Daproma of Denmark in brass. Stamped
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Petronella Oil Table Lamp by Henning Koppel for Louis Poulsen
By Henning Koppel
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Petronella oil lamp is made from solid brass and has an opaline glass shade with internal chimney in clear
Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Beautiful vintage floor lamp. The body of this lamp is a true work of art in gilded brass
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
H 59.06 in Dm 20.08 in
Maitland Smith Brass Nautical Maritime Binnacle Ship Compass Gimbal Oil Lamp 14"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
double oil lamps. Dimensions: 13.5" x 10" x 10" (Width x Depth x Height)
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Late 20th Century British Colonial Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Aladdin style handmade red ceramic Turkish oil lamp, hurricane oil lamp lantern. This oil
Category

20th Century Turkish Moorish Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Glass sconces, Mid-century modern classic Scandinavian wall lights.
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
layer of teak oil. These lamps have an elegant and modern feeling from the late 60s, but they are at the
Category

1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Teak, Cut Glass

Jim Reno Pottery Dragonfly Decorative Oil Lamp or Vase
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Reno Pottery Studio dragonfly oil lamp is hand crafted by Jim Reno, ceramics artist working in
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Still Life Interior Oil Painting - The Arm Chair
Located in Bristol, GB
THE ARM CHAIR Size: 62 x 37 cm (including frame) Oil on Board A brilliantly executed mid-century
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Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Board, Oil

French Boudoir Electric Amber Glass Shade and Brass Base Oil Lamps- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Boudoir Style Electric Amber Glass Shade with a Brass Base Oil Lamps - Pair
Category

1950s American Art Deco Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Danish Lisbeth Brams Floor Lamp of Hand-turned Teak with New Shade 1960s
By Fog and Morup, Lisbeth Brams
Located in Aarhus C, DK
base is made of stave glued and hand-turned solid teak with oil treatment. Included is a new lamp
Category

1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Mid Century Wittcrosse Copper Chafing Dish Burner Warmer Brass Stand Pot MCM 16"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Wittcrosse chafing dish set including a brass stand, copper oil lamp / burner, and a two
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Original Vintage A. Brandt Ranch Oak Wagon Wheel Western-Cowboy Table Lamp
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage American cowboy, western style wagon wheel table lamp. These lamps were once all the rage
Category

1940s American Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Bauhaus German Minimalist Black Metal Desk Lamp from Gebrüder Cosack
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
as oil lamps. Later, the company started producing electric lamps. After World War II, it produced
Category

1940s German Bauhaus Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

20th Century Swedish Örsjö Polished Brass Table Lamp, Light by Helmer Andersson
By Helmer Andersson, Örsjö Industri AB
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish table lamp made of hand crafted polished brass, designed by
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Industrial Floor Lamp from Tilley, Wooden Tripod Base
Located in Wrocław, Poland
meticulously cleaned and treated with oil, enhancing its natural allure. Embracing modernity without
Category

20th Century European Industrial Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Brass Toned Figural Aladdin's Oil Lamp Styled Table Lighter
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This vintage figural oil lamp table lighter is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Japan
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal, Spelter

Vintage Pair of Cobalt Blue Warren Kessler Porcelain Table Lamps, Brass, Labeled
By Warren Kessler
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Pair of Cobalt Blue Warren Kessler Porcelain Table Lamps, Brass, Labeled Each having a fine
Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modernist Ceramic Turquoise Jade Table Lamps w/ Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
This Pair of Turquoise Jade Table Lamps originate from the United States circa 1960,. In a
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Ceramic & Glass Table Lamp, Opp Jihlava, 1950s
By OPP Jihlava
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful vintage table lamp. Produced by OPP Jihlava (Original label visible) in 1950s. The lamp
Category

1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass, Gold

French 1940's Brass & Bronze Floor Lamp with Hand Finished Patina
Located in Buchanan, NY
premium vintage floor lamps, exemplifying the exceptional quality and craftsmanship found in our inventory
Category

1940s French Art Deco Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
English bulldog perfume lamp. A porcelain perfume light in the shape of an English Bulldog. He
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
H 5.12 in W 4.53 in D 4.14 in
Model "B255" Table Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Utrecht, NL
Based on the classic oil lamp, this model “B255” table lamp is a lovely design combining
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960’s Mid Century to Scandinavian Modern Teak Writing Desk w Shelf & Round Legs
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern teak writing desk with raised back shelf
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1960s Thai Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Teak

Japan Tall Kasuga "Zodiac" Stone Lantern, 104 Inches
Located in South Burlington, VT
lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Granite

Vintage Paull's Leader No. 2 Fount. Green Lantern
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
when used to power a traditional oil lamp. He called his new fuel kerosene after the Greek word
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp with leather and brass by Harald Notini, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Hägersten, SE
bakelite turn switch on the lamp holder in working order. Very good vintage condition with light age
Category

1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Industrial Explosion Proof Rusted Pendant Lights With Green Enamel Diffusers
By General Electric Company (GEC) 1
Located in Nottingham, GB
EXTRA LARGE FLP VINTAGE INDUSTRIAL PENDANT LIGHTS BY VICTOR Oversized industrial pendant lights
Category

1950s British Industrial Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Russian School Mid 20th Century Oil - Mountain Road in Summer
Located in Corsham, GB
An Impressionistic Russian School oil, depicting vintage trucks driving on a rough mountain road at
Category

20th Century Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Oil

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
shades’ shape resembles that of traditional oil lamps’, with a collar and a so-called chimney. The shape
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japan Large Old 18 Inch Bronze Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
oil lamp or candle. Later on, they became more secular in nature, and their use evolved as functional
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Lamps, Italy, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
shades’ shape resembles that of traditional oil lamps’, with a collar and a so-called chimney. The shape
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Opal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
shades’ shape resembles that of traditional oil lamps’, with a collar and a so-called chimney. The shape
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Neoclassical Yellow Toile Corinthian Column Oil Lantern Style Table Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 20th century converted oil table lamp in the shape of a Italian Neoclassical tole column
Category

20th Century Neoclassical Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Industrial Mercury Glass Adjustable Wall Lights by Pittsburgh Reflector
By Pittsburgh Reflective Glass
Located in Nottingham, GB
produced by these vintage glass shades. The original makers labels are only partly intact with snippets of
Category

1930s American Industrial Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Moroccan Copper Hanukkah Lamp Judaica Menorah
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
tinned copper Hanukkah oil lamp Menorah, Morocco, circa 1950. Decorated with openwork, engravings, a 6
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Arts and Crafts Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal, Copper

Chinese Old Pair Symbolic Longevity Effigy Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or candle. Later on, they became more secular in nature
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Iron

Handcrafted Large Moroccan Clear Glass Candle Lantern
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Moroccan metal and clear glass lanterns.Hurricane candle lamp in hexagonal shape with vintage
Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ceiling pendant light in brass, glass by Harald Notini, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s
By Harald Notini, Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik
Located in Hägersten, SE
importing and selling a range of kerosene and oil lamps along with accompanying accessories. However, driven
Category

1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Vintage Dutch Tandem Bicycle by Burgers
Located in Montreal, QC
Rare Vintage Dutch Tandem Bicycle by Burgers including a Tajindia Rolex oil bicycle lamp. Measures
Category

1930s Dutch Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Steel

Maison Jansen Style Polished Brass Sconces by Vereinigte Werkstätten München
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Maison Jansen
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Stunning large pair of 'vintage midcentury wall lights, lamps or sconces in polished solid brass
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Brass

Spectacular Restored Pair of Vintage Ceramic Sun and Sunflower Lamps, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
, harps and finials shown in the photos. An exceptional pair of vintage ceramic lamps, circa 1960. Hand
Category

1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Outdoor Metal Moroccan Hurricane Candle Lantern
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large outdoor vintage Moroccan metal candle lantern. Hurricane Kasbah shaped candle lamp
Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage MCM Rosewood Nightstand End Table by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage mid-century modern nightstand or end table by Glenn of California. Comprised of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage MCM Sears Symphony Coll by Drexel Green Upholstered & Cane Lounge Chair
By Drexel, Sears, Roebuck & Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Lovely vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Sears & Roebuck by Drexel Symphony Collection lounge chair
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Moroccan Moorish Tole and Glass Candle Lantern
Located in North Hollywood, CA
candle lamp handmade in Marrakech, vintage metal in rust color finish. Nice Moorish shape, could be used
Category

Mid-20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinese Carved Soapstone Spill Vase
Located in Forney, TX
thin wood sticks) used to transfer fire from a lit fire to candles, oil lamps, wood burning stove, a
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20th Century Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Soapstone

6.6x10.3 Ft Fine Vintage Kayseri Rug. Even Medium Wool Pile on Cotton Foundation
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bottom by large botanical motifs that are evocative of pendant oil lamps. The sand beige field is
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Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Midcentury Val Saint Lambert Glass Table Lamp
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in London, GB
lamp base. Rewired with gold vintage style cable, this lamp can very easily be adapted for any region
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Midcentury Val Saint Lambert Glass Table Lamp
Midcentury Val Saint Lambert Glass Table Lamp
H 14.49 in W 5.01 in D 5.08 in
Love Honor Obey?
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Love Honor Obey? Lon Megargee ca. 1940 Oil on Board Size: 19.75 x 26.75 inches Frame: 26.75 x
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1940s American Impressionist Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Oil

Scandinavian Modern Teak Pair of Armchairs with Brushed Charcoal Fabric Seats
Located in Topeka, KS
condition, keeping in mind that these are vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. These
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Oil Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Teak

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Vintage Oil Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage oil lamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and bronze, all vintage oil lamps available were constructed with great care. Vintage oil lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art and Scandinavian Modern vintage oil lamps are consistently popular styles. Vintage oil lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Ilse D. Ammonsen, Henning Koppel and Fog & Mørup are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Oil Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $347, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $1,440 highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Oil Lamps
  • 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 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
    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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.