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When did they start using oil lamps?
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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.
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18th Century Converted Oil Lamp
Located in Marshville, NC
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This is an amazing oil lamp from the 1700's with all original pieces. We have updated it
Category
Antique 18th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
18th Century Antique French Miner’s Whale Oil Lantern Brass Rooster 8"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early 18th century French miner’s whale oil lantern, decorated with a brass rooster and
Category
Antique 18th Century French Provincial Candle Lamps
Materials
Brass
Oil Lamp - Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Various Authors in
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Oil Lamp - Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Various Artists (18th century).
The etching belongs to the
Category
Late 18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
Oil Lamp - Original Etching - 18th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Oil Lamp is an Etching realized by Various Artists (18th century).
The etching belongs to the
Category
18th Century Old Masters Figurative Prints
Materials
Etching
18th Century Italian Bronze Hanging Oil Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian hanging bronze oil lamp with removable lid. Solid bronze. Can be hung or used
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Grand Tour Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
