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Antique Repro of Ancient Roman Bronze Oil Lamp, Annum Novum Faustum Felicem
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Antique reproduction of ancient oil lamp. Manufactured in Italy during the mid-late 19th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Classical Roman More Lighting
Materials
Bronze
H 3.55 in W 6.7 in D 3.75 in
18th c. Italian Neoclassical Etchings Of Antiquities, Oil Lamps of Herculaneum
Located in Stamford, CT
Set of 12 framed copper etched plates depicting various ancient oil lamps and candelabra excavated
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Prints
H 21 in W 17 in D 0.5 in
Set Of 12 18th Century Italian Etchings of Roman Oil Lamps, Herculaneum
Located in Stamford, CT
A set of 12 framed copper etched plates depicting various ancient oil lamps excavated from
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Prints
Materials
Paper
Wedgwood Decorated Black Basalt Inkstand
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This enchanting antique Wedgwood black basalt inkwell is crafted in the form of an ancient oil lamp
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Inkwells
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Yokeback Chairs, c. 1750
Located in Chicago, IL
the form as a whole looks like an ancient oil lamp stand. This pair of armchairs features curved back
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm
Napoleon III Style Pair French Hand Painted Opaline Glass Oil Lamps
Located in Prato, Tuscany
of hand-painted white opaline glass table lamps; originally these lamps were oil lamps, the mechanism
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of French Oil Lamps Opaline Glass Hand Painted Bronze Finishing
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps, the mechanism with the wick has been modified in order to electrify them and make them
Category
Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Italian Hand Painted Ceramic Pair of Antique Oil Table Lamps
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
painted with a floral taste. These lamps are ancient and originally worked with oil. Modified to allow the
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Porcelain de Paris Napoleon III French Pair of Oil Lamps 'Without Lampshade'
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps, over time the mechanism with the wick has been modified to electrify them and give them
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Black Opaline Glass Oil Lamps with Lampshade and Brass Decoration France
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps (the upper part was the container of the liquid), over time the mechanism with the wick
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 25.6 in Dm 7.88 in
Ancient Samaritan Terracotta Oil Lamps, Pair
Located in New York, NY
Two ancient Samaritan, Holy Land, terracotta pottery oil lamps, each with molded geometric palm
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Archaistic Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Layla Pink Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
lamp, designed by Serena Confalonieri and inspired by ancient oil night lamps. Named after the Arabic
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Layla Yellow Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
is inspired by ancient oil night lamps. Named after the Arabic word for "night", it will be ideally
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Italian "Grand Tour" Style Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Montreal, QC
This unusual antique floor lamp revisits in the late 19th century an oil lamp of antiquity. Raised
Category
Antique 1880s Italian Classical Roman Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Mid-century pair Italian ceramic lamp bases.
Located in Pymble, NSW
A highly original pair of Italian ceramic lamp bases depicting an Ancient Egyptian couple, a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Layla Light Blue Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by ancient oil night lamps, this table lamp will imbue a contemporary interior with warmth
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Roots Of Home Floor Lamp by Ruda Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Roots Of Home Floor Lamp by Ruda Studio
Dimensions: W 80 x H 150 cm.
Materials: Recycled plastic
Category
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Floor Lamp Lighting Straw Marquetry Inlay Minimalistic Collectible Biomaterials
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
of residence. The Roots of Home collection has an associative resemblance to an ancient Ukrainian hut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 59.06 in Dm 31.5 in
Modern Minimalist Handmade Walnut Wood Table Lamp by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Porto, PT
Formaminima
Table Light
Materials:
Body lamp handcrafted in solid Canaletto walnut natural oil finish
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Roots Of Home Medium Table Lamp by Ruda Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Roots Of Home Medium Table Lamp by Ruda Studio
Dimensions: W 60 x H 60 cm.
Materials: wood base
Category
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Roots Of Home Small Table Lamp by Ruda Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Roots Of Home Small Table Lamp by Ruda Studio
Dimensions: W 45 x H 45 cm.
Materials: wood base
Category
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Table Lamp Small Lighting Straw Marquetry Inlay Black Biomaterial Collectible
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
of residence. The Roots of Home collection has an associative resemblance to an ancient Ukrainian hut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in Dm 17.72 in
Large Floor Lamp 5 in Local Blackened Steel
By Enrico Marone Cinzano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This floor lamp is structured in Italian blackened steel, locally sourced glass, and Pinus Cembra
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Large Floor Lamp 4 in Local Blackened Steel
By Enrico Marone Cinzano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
lamp is made for an LED light.
CIRMOLO, ANCIENT PINUS CEMBRA:
- WOOD ORIGINALLY HARVESTED FROM THE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Pair of Bouillotte Table Lamps in Hollywood Regency Style
Located in London, GB
A pair of unusual and decorative lacquered brass 'bouillotte' table lamps, fashioned as Ancient
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Late 19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Enamel Lamps
Located in London, GB
employed as oil lamps, being fitted with ormolu bases in the oriental taste and oil reservoirs and burners
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Enamel
Table Lamp “ROOTS OF HOME” Medium Straw Marquetry Inlay Beige Collectible Rustic
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
the lamps fit into the interiors of the present, but ideologically they are immersed in the ancient
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
“Roots of Home” Floor Lamp Straw Marquetry Inlay Black Unique Hancrafted Ukraine
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
of residence. The Roots of Home collection has an associative resemblance to an ancient Ukrainian hut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 59.06 in Dm 31.5 in
Table Lamp “Roots of Home” Lighting Medium Straw Inlay Collectible Natural Black
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
of residence. The Roots of Home collection has an associative resemblance to an ancient Ukrainian hut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 23.63 in Dm 23.63 in
“Roots of Home” Small Table Lamp Straw Marquetry Inlay Natural Handmade Ukraine
By Oleksandra Rudenko
Located in Warsaw, PL
of residence. The Roots of Home collection has an associative resemblance to an ancient Ukrainian hut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in Dm 17.72 in
Medium Table Lamp 4 in Local Blackened Steel with Italian Glass
By Enrico Marone Cinzano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This table lamp is made in Italian blackened steel and locally sourced glass, on a stand made with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Napoleon III Style French Opaline Orange Glass Lamp Golden Brass Base
Located in Prato, Tuscany
an oil lamp, over time the mechanism with the wick has been modified, it was then electrified to make
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Louis Philippe Style French Opaline Blue Glass Lamp Decorated and Golden Brass
Located in Prato, Tuscany
Originally this lamp was an oil lamp, over time the mechanism with the wick has been modified, it
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Table Lamp 5 in Local Blackened Steel with Glass and Pinus Cembra Base
By Enrico Marone Cinzano
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This table lamp is structured in Italian blackened steel, locally sourced glass, and Pinus Cembra
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 33.47 in W 16.93 in D 16.74 in
Ancient And Original Pair of Bronze Oil Lamps, 1930
Located in Palermo, IT
Ancient and original pair of bronze oil lamps, 1930
Belonging to my great-great-grandparents, they
Category
Vintage 1930s British Lanterns
Materials
Bronze
19th Century European Brass Hanging Church Sanctuary Pendant Lamp with Cherubim
Located in Madrid, ES
oil lamps of ancient times, and three angels, or cherubim, with crossed wings and somber expressions
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Neoclassical Candle Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 27.56 in Dm 9.85 in
Ancient Persian Khurasan Islamic Engraved Calligraphy Bronze Oil Lamp c.1200
Located in Portland, OR
A 12th Century Islamic bronze oil lamp, Eastern Persia, Khurasan.
The cast bronze body of
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Persian Islamic Antiquities
Materials
Bronze
H 5.52 in W 5.12 in D 2.76 in
Layla Red Striped
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
exclusive series of lighting fixtures designed by Serena Confalonieri. Inspired by ancient oil night lamps
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Layla White Striped
By MM Lampadari
Located in Milan, IT
ancient oil night lamps, it is named after the Arabic word for "night", and will be ideally displayed on a
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Roman oil lamp, Type ‘Herodian’, Kennedy 3, Hadad 4
Located in EL CAMPELLO, ES
ITEM: Oil lamp, Type ‘Herodian’, Kennedy 3, Hadad 4
MATERIAL: Terracotta
CULTURE: Roman, Judaea
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Israeli Classical Roman Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Bradley & Hubbard Bookends-Ancient Greek Temple Columns & Arch
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Downingtown, PA
kerosene burning lamps. By 1871, kerosene virtually replaced whale oil for heating and illumination and new
Category
Early 20th Century American Craftsman Bookends
Materials
Iron
19th Century English Grand Tour Roman Bronze Oil Lamp with Dolphins and Lions
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully cast and very compelling 19th century Grand Tour bronze oil lamp in the ancient Roman
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Grand Tour Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
H 14 in W 12.5 in D 11.5 in
Bronze Three Arm Whale Oil Chandelier
Located in Canton, MA
In the style of ancient Roman lamps with a central base and three lighted arms. Faces with
Category
Early 20th Century Classical Roman Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Walnut Wood Pendant Lamp Single Suspension by Formaminima
By Formaminima
Located in Porto, PT
for indoor use
Materials:
Body lamp handcrafted in solid Canaletto Walnut wood, natural oil finish
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Late 18th Century Earthenware Hanukkah Lamp, Djerba, Tunisia
Located in New York, NY
top of small columns, and are similar in design to ancient earthenware oil lamps.
Every item in
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Tunisian Primitive Religious Items
Materials
Earthenware
Black Basalt and Gilt Vestal Lamp, Wedgwood, circa 1800
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An oil lamp in basalt with rare gilt and bronze highlights.
This example is an early one, and
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Neoclassical Pottery
Materials
Stoneware
Antique Bronze Etruscan Candelabrum 19th Century
By F. Barbedienne Foundry
Located in London, GB
as ancient Roman oil lamp, with candle sconces in the nozzles, and it is supported by a very finely
Category
Antique 19th Century French Grand Tour Candelabras
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Empire Style Neoclassical Gilt Bronze 10-Light Chandelier
Located in London, GB
oil lamp adorned with floral garlands and ribbon-tied masks having nine arms modelled from winged
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Revival Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Greek Black Glaze Pottery Guttus
Located in London, GB
A black-glazed terracotta guttus (oil-lamp filler) with a spool-shaped foot, a wheel-shaped body, a
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antiquities
Materials
Pottery
Medium White Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natura Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Natural Brass Diamantes Atzompa
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze Diamantes Atzompa
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Aged Brass Diamantes Atzompa
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light XL, Oiled Bronze, Diamantes Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Brushed Brass Diamantes Atzompa
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
Large Terracotta Ceramic Pendant Light, Oiled Bronze, Ajedrez Atzompa Collection
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
-making tradition has roots tracing back to ancient Zapotec culture.
Building on this tradition, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Ceramic
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Prices for an ancient oil lamp start at $75 and top out at $125,000 with the average selling for $2,800.
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- What is a whale oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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, 2022There 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.
- How does a Roman oil lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Roman 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.
- How do you use a brass oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How 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, 2022People 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.
- How do I use a hanging oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- Are oil lamps still used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2022The 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.
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