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Why was the Argand lamp invented?
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The Argand lamp was invented to allow people to better see for reading and studying. Patented in 1780 by Aime Argand, the burner was so cleverly designed that it allowed for an increased output of light that was many times brighter than earlier oil lamps of the day. Shop a range of antique and vintage Argand lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Pair of American Gilt Bronze and Crystal Argand Lamps, Philadelphia. Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of American two arm git bronze and crystal argand lamps with centered crystal reservoirs
Category
Antique 1820s American American Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Set of American Gilt Bronze Urn Foliage Argand Lamps w/ Cherub Winged Feet 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
Set of three American figural gilt bronze argand lamps with central foliage rope motif urns, four
Category
Antique 1820s American American Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique Neoclassical Duplex English Brass Corinthian Banquet Oil Lamp GWTW
Located in Dayton, OH
by side and, like the Argand lamp, a clear glass chimney with air drawn from below. Most lamps also
Category
Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Candle Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
1979 Chapman Brass Marble Chippendale Argand Banquet Buffet Lamps 36"
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Chippendale style Argand oil lamps with black marble bases. Includes harps, brass finials, and black paper
Category
Vintage 1970s American Georgian Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
$1,600 Sale Price
20% Off
1950s Floor Lamp Attributed to Maison Lunel
By Maison Lunel
Located in London, GB
The design of this 1950s floor lamp manufactured by Maison Lunel is inspired by the Argand oil lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
