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Japanese Bronze Lamp
Located in Seattle, WA
Wonderful 19th century oil lamp wired for electricity in early 20th century. See artist
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Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Bronze Lamp
Japanese Bronze Lamp
H 42 in Dm 14.25 in
19th Century Antique Japanese Meiji Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Point Richmond, CA
19th century antique Japanese Meiji bronze floor lamp. This finely cast, well composed, pedestal
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

A Pair of 19ths Century Japanese Satsuma Lamps
By Satsuma
Located in Fairfax, VA
Pair of 19ths century Satsuma porcelain and bronze oil lamps that professionally have been
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze and Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Table Lamp
By Satsuma
Located in Fairfax, VA
hardware electrified oil lamp. This 19th century oil lamp has professionally electrified and fitted with
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Japanese Cloisonné and Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
A 19th century cloisonné enamel vase oil lamp decorated with two panels enclosing either a bird and
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Japanese Bronze Dragon Chasing the Bird Table Lamps
Located in Lincoln, GB
A beautiful pair of Japanese bronze oil lamps from c.1880 now converted to electricity. Finely
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Japanese inspired mid-century Walnut Table Lamp
Located in Ventura, CA
"Bold enough to be its own statement piece but sleek enough to blend in. This lamp looks just as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese inspired mid-century Teak Floor Lamp
Located in Ventura, CA
This lamp flirts with your senses. It commands attention while gently balancing the energy of any
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese inspired mid-century Walnut Floor Lamp
Located in Ventura, CA
This lamp flirts with your senses. It commands attention while gently balancing the energy of any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese inspired mid-century white Teak Table Lamp
Located in Ventura, CA
"Bold enough to be its own statement piece but sleek enough to blend in. This lamp looks just as
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Early 20th Century Candle Lamps

Materials

Copper

Enso table lamp Black Oil
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
The ENSO table lamp is the new add-on to the ENSO pendant. ENSO is based on traditional Japanese
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Japonisme Table Lamps

Materials

Oak, Paper

Enso table lamp Black Oil
Enso table lamp Black Oil
H 11.42 in Dm 7.09 in
Enso table lamp Natural Oil
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
The ENSO table lamp is the new add-on to the ENSO pendant. ENSO is based on traditional Japanese
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Japonisme Table Lamps

Materials

Oak, Paper

Enso table lamp Natural Oil
Enso table lamp Natural Oil
H 11.42 in Dm 7.09 in
Rare Pair of 19th Century Oriental Oil Lamps
Located in Dublin, IE
A rare pair of 19th century oriental oil lamps with ormolu mounts through-out the beautiful frosted
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Jumbo Lobster Lamp with Antique Japanese Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Jumbo Lobster Lamp, 2022, features an oil-paper shade constructed from a vintage souvenir parasol with
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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Very Fine Pair of Mid-Victorian Parcel Gilt Bronze Oil Lamps, by Hinks
By James Hinks & Son
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A very fine pair of mid-Victorian parcel gilt bronze oil lamps, by Hinks, each modelled as a
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Antique 1860s English Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Satsuma Urn Table Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
oil lamp. An exceptional panorama around the entire Shades shown only for reference, shade not
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Palmtree floor lamp by Maison Jansen '70
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brussels, BE
objects Jansen encountered during his travels to Japan and Turkey. By the 1920s, Maison Jansen had
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Palmtree floor lamp by Maison Jansen '70
Palmtree floor lamp by Maison Jansen '70
H 67.72 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Rocket, Unique Sculptural Lighting, Floor Lamp from Reclaimed Burned Wood
By Gabor Gobi, Gobi Design
Located in Budapest, HU
Collectible art sculpture mood lighting, one of a kind floor lamp, is made from salvaged wood
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2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stone, Wire

Torch, Sculptured Lighting, Table Lamp from Reclaimed Burned Wood and Stone
By Gabor Gobi, Gobi Design
Located in Budapest, HU
wood. It is finished only with wood oil. The bottom of the lamp has a thin cork, to protect your
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2010s Hungarian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Wire

Jumbo Horseshoe Crab Lamp with Antique Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Jumbo Crab Lamp, 2022, features an oil-paper shade constructed from an oversized vintage parasol with
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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Tundra - Sculptured Lighting, Floor Lamp from Reclaimed Burned Wood and Marble
By Gabor Gobi, Gobi Design
Located in Budapest, HU
finished only with natural oil and beewax. The lamp is part of the Melting Collection. Objects in this
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2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Wire

Totem - Sculptural Lighting, Floor Lamp from Reclaimed Burned Wood and Stone
By Gobi Design, Gabor Gobi
Located in Budapest, HU
finished only with natural oil and beewax. The lamp is part of the Raw Collection. The objects from
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2010s Hungarian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stone, Wire

Set of 4 Sylvestrina Table Lamp by Jordi Garcés, Enric Soria
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
charged by induction, and its light really is that of an oil lamp. Lithium battery. Switch incorporated
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2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

'World’s Fair' Bamboo Floor Lamp with Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Model No. 001 features an oil-paper shade constructed from a vintage souvenir parasol handed out at the
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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

'World’s Fair' Black Bamboo Lamp with Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Model No. 001A features an oil-paper shade constructed from a vintage souvenir parasol handed out at the
Category

2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

KITA LIVING Hikari Oil Burner
By Gökhan Eryaman, İsmail Dağlı
Located in Bomonti, TR
from the Japanese word for “light”, which also refers to “hope” metaphorically, Hikari Oil Burner
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2010s Turkish Japonisme Candle Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

KITA LIVING Hikari Oil Burner
KITA LIVING Hikari Oil Burner
H 3.55 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in
Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period brass oil lamp. Features a vivid cloisonne enamel dragon motif set
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Metalwork

Materials

Enamel, Brass

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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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Brass

Japan Antique Armillary Orb Lantern
Located in South Burlington, VT
oil lamp or candle. Later on, they became more secular in nature, and their use evolved as functional
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japan Antique Armillary Orb Lantern
Japan Antique Armillary Orb Lantern
No Reserve
H 13.5 in Dm 13.5 in
Japanese inspired mid-century Teak and Brass Pendant Lamp - medium
Located in Ventura, CA
. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with the utmost care. The lampshade is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

Japanese inspired mid-century Walnut and Brass pendant lamp - small
Located in Ventura, CA
hardwoods. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with the utmost care. The lampshade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

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 Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Spelter

Japanese inspired mid-century white Maple and Brass Pendant Lamp - medium
Located in Ventura, CA
. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with the utmost care. The lampshade is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

Japanese inspired mid-century white Teak and Brass Pendant Lamp - small
Located in Ventura, CA
hardwoods. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with the utmost care. The lampshade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

Japan Huge Antique Champleve Floral Bronze Orb Lantern, 19th Century
Located in South Burlington, VT
lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze

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
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

Boucheron Parcel Gilt Silver Vase and Oil Lamp circa 1880
By Fréderic Boucheron
Located in New York, US
Our important parcel-gilt and patinated silver and glass-mounted vase and matching oil lamp were
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Antique 1880s French Greek Revival Vases

Materials

Silver

Japanese 18th Century Tsukinami-e 6 Panel Floor Screen, Edo Period
Located in Norton, MA
A Japanese 18th Century Tsukinami-e 6 Panel Floor Screen depicts the Activities of the Twelve
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Rare Antique Red Kurama Stone Spirit Lantern, One-of-a-Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
lanterns were carved with Buddhist images on the firebox and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

Japanese inspired mid-century Maple and Brass Sconce
Located in Ventura, CA
that compliment the hand cut hardwoods. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

Enso Pendant - Black Oil
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
lamp shade is constructed with special coated Japanese washi paper, making it strong and leaving a soft
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Oak, Paper

Enso Pendant - Black Oil
Enso Pendant - Black Oil
H 7.88 in W 48.82 in D 7.88 in
Japanese inspired mid-century white Walnut and Brass Ceiling Light
Located in Ventura, CA
. The wood is carefully selected, hand cut and oil finished with the utmost care. The lampshade is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Porcelain Perfume Lamp, Original Etched Globe
Located in Riverdale, NY
the porcelain piece heats the oil to emit the scent. Made in Japan for export during the 1920s
Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Glass, Porcelain

Enso Pendant - Black Stained Matt Lacquer
By Lars Vejen
Located in Birkerød, DK
lamp shade is constructed with special coated Japanese washi paper, making it strong and leaving a soft
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Oak, Paper

Enso Pendant - Black Stained Matt Lacquer
Enso Pendant - Black Stained Matt Lacquer
H 7.88 in W 48.82 in D 7.88 in
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 Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Pair of Satsuma Ceramic Vases Mounted on French Bronze, Period: Meiji, 19th
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
from the end of the 19th century (Old oil lamp). Period : Meiji - 19th century Dimensions : Height
Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Vases

Materials

Bronze

John Glick Plum Tree Pottery "Wall Mantel Series"
By John Glick
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
colors. In addition is a small Greek or Roman styled dish used as an oil lamp. The other three objets are
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Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Mounted Objects

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Oil Lamp
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
All original Japanese oil (kerosene) lamp. The cylindrical post (15") is made from bamboo which has
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Japanese Oil Lamp
Japanese Oil Lamp
H 31 in Dm 6.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Antique Japanese Porcelain Ko Imari Oil Lampsm, circa 1825
Located in Westmaas, NL
These antique Japanese porcelain oil lamps were made during the Edo (Tokugawa) era, circa 1825
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Japanese Iron Votive Oil Lamp
Located in Seattle, WA
Japanese tomyodai, votive lamp stand in the form of a hoju no tama, jewel of wish fulfillment. The
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Candle Holders

Materials

Iron

Japanese Iron Votive Oil Lamp
Japanese Iron Votive Oil Lamp
H 10.75 in W 7 in D 6 in
Antique Mingei Japanese Temple Iron Oil Lamp Stand, Edo Period
Located in New York, NY
Japanese Tomyodai, a temple light stand created of handwrought iron in an upright form of a circle
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Antique Early 1800s Japanese Edo More Candle Holders

Materials

Copper, Iron

Rare late 19th C Japanese Cloisonne Lamp
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Beautiful rare Japanese Cloisonne oil lamp now electrified
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Metalwork

A fantastic pair of Satsuma lampstands, former oil-lamps.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This pair of finely decorated Satsuma vases is of very high quality, the decorations show various figures, local motifs and symbols. The top and bottom are bronze mounted. They are ...
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

PAIR of Japanese Satsuma Vases
Located in Woodbury, CT
purpose was as vessels for oil lamps. They are very appealingly scaled for a variety of decorative uses
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Bronze

PAIR of Japanese Satsuma Vases
PAIR of Japanese Satsuma Vases
H 17 in W 7.5 in D 6 in
A pair of cloisonné oil lamps, Barbedienne mounted circa 1880
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A pair of fine oriental style cloisonné oil lamps, Barbedienne circa 1880 Both with a Japanese
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Antique 19th Century French Japonisme Vases and Vessels

Materials

Bronze

Boat Binnacle Compass
Located in Brest, FR
compensating balls, oil lamp. Aluminum and brass H 40 cm / D 28 cm 18 kg.  
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Nautical Objects

Materials

Aluminum, Copper

Boat Binnacle Compass
Boat Binnacle Compass
H 40 in Dm 28 in
Stone Oaska Temple Momo Douro, Peach Lantern
Located in Stockbridge, MA
from the use of an oil lamp in the window segment.
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Garden Ornaments

Materials

Stone

French Japonism Style Gilt and Patinated Bronze Incense Burner Set
Located in Suffolk, GB
‘garnitures’, originally oil lamps consist of gilt bronze fitments to the top with pierced decoration leading
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Antique Late 19th Century French Japonisme Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Electrified Porcelain Oil Table Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
This beautiful Japanese oil lamp was imported to France during the 19th century. Made of porcelain
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

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Japanese Oil Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Japanese oil lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, bronze and ceramic, every Japanese oil lamp was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese oil lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each Japanese oil lamp bearing Industrial hallmarks is very popular. Imari Porcelain and Satsuma each produced at least one beautiful Japanese oil lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Japanese Oil Lamp?

The average selling price for a Japanese oil lamp at 1stDibs is $1,900, while they’re typically $146 on the low end and $10,042 for the highest priced.
Questions About Japanese Oil Lamp
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    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 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 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
    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.