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How does a gas lamp work?
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Gas lamps work by burning fuel like kerosene, propane or white gas to produce heat. It is the heat that causes the mantles to produce light. Gas lamps generally include an ignition valve that is located in the collar of the fixture, allowing you to turn it on or off. Find antique gas lamps and vintage lanterns on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
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1950s French Gas Lamp Metal with Glass
Located in Marbella, ES
1950s French Gas Lamp Metal with Glass.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Lanterns
Materials
Metal
Industrial Glass & Brass Gas Lamp Pendant, Italy, 21st century
Located in Culver City, CA
Industrial Glass and Brass Gas Lamp Pendant, Italy, 21st century
In the style of an industrial gas
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Pair of Matching Prismatic Gas Lamps
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an interesting pair of converted gas lamps. The tented 12 inch diameter shade has a course
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
$1,400 / set
Milk Glass Double Shade Humphrey Gas Lamp Pendent
By Humphrey Lamp Company
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a late 1800s Humphrey gas lamp that we rewired to take a standard E26 light bulb. We kept
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Milk Glass
Gas Lamp in Glass, Gilded Bronze and Enameled Porcelain, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Gas lamp in glass, gilded bronze and enameled porcelain, 19th century.
A pedestal with rockery and
Category
Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Other
Converted Gas Lamp With Large Trumpet Milk Glass Shade
Located in Peekskill, NY
This early gas lamp features a rare milk glass elongated trumpet shade. The look is very unique
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Milk Glass
