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Vintage WESCO Oil Can
Vintage WESCO Oil Can

Vintage WESCO Oil Can

$114

H 6.3 in W 5.91 in D 2.96 in

Vintage WESCO Oil Can

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Vintage Metal Oil Can. An automotive oil can made by Wesco, Birmingham.

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Early 20th Century British Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Metal

European Railways Oil Can, Vintage Oil Can, Industrial Style 1920s
European Railways Oil Can, Vintage Oil Can, Industrial Style 1920s

European Railways Oil Can, Vintage Oil Can, Industrial Style 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Architectural or Industrial style Oil can, a nice addition to your collection. Found at an estate sale in Nuremberg, Germany.

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Early 20th Century German Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Sheet Metal, Tin

19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can   19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can or Kan
19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can   19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can or Kan

19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can 19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can or Kan

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can 19th Century Dutch Copper Oil Can or Kan as it says on the label, a good looking piece in nice condition and would make a really attractive quirky...

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19th Century Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Copper

Vintage Folk Art Doll / Oil Can with Articulating Arms
Vintage Folk Art Doll / Oil Can with Articulating Arms

Vintage Folk Art Doll / Oil Can with Articulating Arms

$950Sale Price|24% Off

H 32.25 in W 10 in D 6.5 in

Vintage Folk Art Doll / Oil Can with Articulating Arms

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Folk Art doll with tin drum body (oil can) and articulating arms, circa 1950s. The piece is handmade with a doll head and arms and a tin can body.

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Early 20th Century American Primitive Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Tin

Early 20th Century Red Stenciled Kerosene Oil Can for Side Table or Plant Stand
Early 20th Century Red Stenciled Kerosene Oil Can for Side Table or Plant Stand

Early 20th Century Red Stenciled Kerosene Oil Can for Side Table or Plant Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 20th century red stenciled kerosene oil can Fantastic old school wooden and metal strap hand made kerosene oil can.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Wood

Carbide Coal Miners Lamp with Coal Oil Can and tin funnel by Justrite Areamlined
Carbide Coal Miners Lamp with Coal Oil Can and tin funnel by Justrite Areamlined

Carbide Coal Miners Lamp with Coal Oil Can and tin funnel by Justrite Areamlined

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Experience the heritage and craftsmanship of a bygone era with the Vintage Justrite Carbide Coal Miners Lamp Set. * Oil Can: 12.5" by 6" * Lamp: 5'' by 3" * Funnel: 5" by 2.5"

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler
Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

$391

H 3.94 in W 7.88 in D 0.79 in

Lucas Ltd No. 38 Motor Oiler

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Vintage Joseph Lucas Oiler No. 38 An automotive oil can made by Joseph Lucas, Birmingham.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century "Impervious Safety Kerosene Can", circa 1915
Early 20th Century "Impervious Safety Kerosene Can", circa 1915

Early 20th Century "Impervious Safety Kerosene Can", circa 1915

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 20th century "Impervious Safety Kerosene Can", circa 1915 Fantastic old school wooden and metal strap hand made kerosene oil can.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Wood

'The Can-Can Girls'. Signed F. Fabiano. Framed oil on canvas
'The Can-Can Girls'. Signed F. Fabiano. Framed oil on canvas

'The Can-Can Girls'. Signed F. Fabiano. Framed oil on canvas

Located in St. Albans, GB

Fabien Fabiano (1882, Lamballe – 1962), Signed bottom right Oil on canvas Canvas Size" 24 x 20" (61 x 51cm) Outside Frame Size: 31 x 27" (79 x 69cm) Fabien Fabiano was a pseudonym ...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

After Augusto Bompiani (1852-1930) - Framed 19th Century Oil, You Can't Refuse
After Augusto Bompiani (1852-1930) - Framed 19th Century Oil, You Can't Refuse

After Augusto Bompiani (1852-1930) - Framed 19th Century Oil, You Can't Refuse

Located in Corsham, GB

A charming nineteenth century portrait of a young boy proffering his hat towards the viewer as he winds a music box. Indistinctly signed to the lower left. Well presented in an antiq...

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19th Century Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

"I can't take the money for it" Red Book illustration
"I can't take the money for it" Red Book illustration

"I can't take the money for it" Red Book illustration

By Edmund Ward

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Story illustration for “The Immediate Jewel” by Ben Ames Williams for The Red Book Magazine, published January 1921, page 72. The full caption reads: “No, no, I can’t. You mustn’t. ...

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1920s Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Board, Oil

"Can't Keep a Good Man Down" Story Illustration for SEP, 1928

"Can't Keep a Good Man Down" Story Illustration for SEP, 1928

By Donald Teague

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Date: 1927 Medium: Oil on Canvas Dimensions: 28.00" x 42.00" Signature: Signed and Dated Upper Right Story illustration "Can't Keep a Good Man Down," by George Pattullo and illustra...

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1920s Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

No, I can never be Mrs. Hammerschlosser!, Liberty Magazine Cover January 22, 192
No, I can never be Mrs. Hammerschlosser!, Liberty Magazine Cover January 22, 192

No, I can never be Mrs. Hammerschlosser!, Liberty Magazine Cover January 22, 192

By Leslie Thrasher

Located in Fort Washington, PA

Thrasher also served in World War I, where he was assigned work as a camouflage painter. Date: 1927 Medium: Oil on Canvas Sight Size 20.00" x 16.00;" Framed 26.00" x 22.00" Signatur...

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1920s Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Sewing Machine Cabinet, English, Walnut, Machinist Console, Circa 1920
Antique Sewing Machine Cabinet, English, Walnut, Machinist Console, Circa 1920

Antique Sewing Machine Cabinet, English, Walnut, Machinist Console, Circa 1920

$2,537Sale Price|20% Off

H 34.45 in W 24.81 in D 19.89 in

Antique Sewing Machine Cabinet, English, Walnut, Machinist Console, Circa 1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Truly captivating machine cabinet with Art Deco taste and fine craftsmanship Displaying a desirable aged patina throughout Striking walnut stocks present fine grain interest and ri...

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Early 20th Century British Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Walnut

A young couple returning from the fields
A young couple returning from the fields

A young couple returning from the fields

Located in London, GB

First recorded by Robert Raines as from the collection James Brydges, 1st Duke of Chandos, this small oil can therefore be situated in one of the great mansions of the early eighteen...

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18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil, Panel

1910s Crichton Brothers Sterling Silver Coffee Pot
1910s Crichton Brothers Sterling Silver Coffee Pot

1910s Crichton Brothers Sterling Silver Coffee Pot

By Crichton Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver side handled coffee pot made by Crichton Brothers; an addition to our silver teaware collection This e...

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1910s English Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Sterling Silver

When I Was A Boy, Oil on Panel, Signed, Circa 1900, Framed
When I Was A Boy, Oil on Panel, Signed, Circa 1900, Framed

When I Was A Boy, Oil on Panel, Signed, Circa 1900, Framed

By John Arthur Lomax

Located in Sutton Poyntz, Dorset

Lomax exhibited 33 paintings at the Royal Society of British Artists and other major galleries, including the Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool, the Manchester City Art Gallery, the Roya...

Category

Late 19th Century Realist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil, Wood Panel

Early 20th Century Collection of Rust Oil Burners from France
Early 20th Century Collection of Rust Oil Burners from France

Early 20th Century Collection of Rust Oil Burners from France

Located in Wainscott, NY

20th Century Collection of Oil burners from France. The rust on these oil burners can add character and a sense of age to the collection.

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Early 20th Century Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Iron

Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro, Oil on Sailcloth, Circa 1810
Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro, Oil on Sailcloth, Circa 1810

Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro, Oil on Sailcloth, Circa 1810

$1,927Sale Price|20% Off

H 24.41 in W 26.78 in D 1.97 in

Capriccio View of Rio de Janeiro, Oil on Sailcloth, Circa 1810

Located in Seaford, GB

Terms like “antique Portuguese colonial art for sale,” “collecting 19th-century Rio de Janeiro artwork,” or “auction for early 19th-century Brazilian paintings” can help guide online...

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Early 19th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas

Small English 1930s Green Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Back Handle
Small English 1930s Green Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Back Handle

Small English 1930s Green Glazed Terracotta Olive Oil Jar with Back Handle

Located in Atlanta, GA

As a versatile decorative piece, this olive oil jar can find a place in various settings within your home.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Terracotta

Large Original Vintage Art Deco Automobile Advertising Poster for Priceless Oil
Large Original Vintage Art Deco Automobile Advertising Poster for Priceless Oil

Large Original Vintage Art Deco Automobile Advertising Poster for Priceless Oil

By H. de Laurencin

Located in London, GB

Colourful image featuring an Art Deco style design by Henri de Laurencin of the company's logo of a Native American in red wearing a traditional feather headdress with an axe by his ...

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1920s French Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Paper

Antique French 19th Century Victorian Oil Lamp Chandelier Brass Opaline Hanging
Antique French 19th Century Victorian Oil Lamp Chandelier Brass Opaline Hanging

Antique French 19th Century Victorian Oil Lamp Chandelier Brass Opaline Hanging

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

The chandelier has been converted from oil to electric and can be used as a regular chandelier.

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19th Century French Victorian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Brass

19 th C English Oil on Canvas Painting of Horse and Jockey
19 th C English Oil on Canvas Painting of Horse and Jockey

19 th C English Oil on Canvas Painting of Horse and Jockey

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ideal for adding a touch of historical charm and artistic sophistication to any room, this 19th-century English oil on canvas painting can be a stunning focal point in a living room,...

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19th Century English Federal Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Beared Man
19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Beared Man

19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Beared Man

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

The finely cast and chiseled features of a bronze man with a top hat and a large beared. The beared can be used as an ashtray. The head has a reservoir, once filled with oil can be u...

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Late 19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze

Morning Stroll, Marble Hill River Path
Morning Stroll, Marble Hill River Path

Morning Stroll, Marble Hill River Path

By Alfred East

Located in London, GB

East adopted a well established three-stage-technique that made great use of the under-painting, a second layer concerned with the correction of values, and a final stage for the add...

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19th Century Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil, Board

Early 20th Century Ironmongers Pigeon Hole Shelves
Early 20th Century Ironmongers Pigeon Hole Shelves

Early 20th Century Ironmongers Pigeon Hole Shelves

$1,349

H 59.45 in W 80.71 in D 19.69 in

Early 20th Century Ironmongers Pigeon Hole Shelves

Located in Gloucester, GB

Top/1st shelf - depth 23cm x width 38cm 2. 2nd shelf - depth 28cm x width 38cm 3. 3rd shelf - depth 33cm x width 28cm 4. 4th shelf - depth 42cm x width 38cm 5. 5th shelf - depth 48cm...

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1910s German Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Pair of Renaissance Revival Bronze Rose Bowl ~ Pillar Candle Stands
Pair of Renaissance Revival Bronze Rose Bowl ~ Pillar Candle Stands

Pair of Renaissance Revival Bronze Rose Bowl ~ Pillar Candle Stands

Located in Dallas, TX

Originally intended for oil lamps, these stands can be used today in many elegant ways: as raised supports for pillar candles, crystal rose bowls, small vases, or floral arrangements.

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1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze

19th century Spanish terracotta urn
19th century Spanish terracotta urn

19th century Spanish terracotta urn

$2,634

H 25.99 in Dm 31.5 in

19th century Spanish terracotta urn

Located in Brecht, BE

an extra large Spanish olive oil jar, can be used as a planter now, made in the region of Galicia end of the 19th century, lovely worn patina, in very good vintage condition.

Category

Late 19th Century Spanish Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Terracotta

18kt Yellow Gold Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring, Italy, 17th Century
18kt Yellow Gold Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring, Italy, 17th Century

18kt Yellow Gold Garnet Intaglio Signet Ring, Italy, 17th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

The couple, in this case, is represented on a boat, in which an oil lamp can be seen suspended from the bow, while sea creatures emerge underneath.

Category

Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920
Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

By Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Late 19th or early 20th century glass lantern by Baccarat, France, signed in relife "Baccarat" and "Depose" It is decorated all around with floral motifs. At the moment it can hold a...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Art Nouveau “Ornithological” Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920
Art Nouveau “Ornithological” Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

Art Nouveau “Ornithological” Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

By Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

It has 3 panels depicting a kingfisher in different motions. At the moment it can hold a candle (we recommend using battery operated candles for safety issues) or an oil lantern whic...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Four Clear Glass Art Nouveau Candle Lanterns by Baccarat France, circa 1890
Four Clear Glass Art Nouveau Candle Lanterns by Baccarat France, circa 1890

Four Clear Glass Art Nouveau Candle Lanterns by Baccarat France, circa 1890

By Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Produced in an art nouveau style with palmettes and scrolls It can hold a candle as depicted (we recommend using battery operated candles for safety issues) or an oil lantern which ...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Clear and Amber Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890
Clear and Amber Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890

Clear and Amber Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890

By Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

Produced in an Art Nouveau style with palmettes and scrolls It can hold a candle as depicted (we recommend using battery operated candles for safety issues) or an oil lantern which ...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

two Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920
two Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

two Art Nouveau Candle Lantern by Baccarat, France, circa 1890-1920

By Baccarat

Located in Merida, Yucatan

It has 3 panels depicting a Windmill, a farmhouse and a Greek temple. At the moment it can hold a candle (we recommend using Battery operated candles for safety issues) or an oil lan...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Table Lamp with Roses and Ribbons, 19th Century
Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Table Lamp with Roses and Ribbons, 19th Century

Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Table Lamp with Roses and Ribbons, 19th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

The piece shows the original openings typical of oil lamps and can be professionally wired for modern use upon request.

Category

19th Century French Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze

'Stonehenge at Sunset', Royal Academy, RSBA, Benezit, Wiltshire, Druid, Celtic
'Stonehenge at Sunset', Royal Academy, RSBA, Benezit, Wiltshire, Druid, Celtic

'Stonehenge at Sunset', Royal Academy, RSBA, Benezit, Wiltshire, Druid, Celtic

By Robert Gallon

Located in Santa Cruz, CA

Between 1880 and 1924, Gallon also exhibited at the Royal Society of British Artists, the Walker Art Gallery, the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours and the Royal Institute...

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Late 19th Century Romantic Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Watercolor, Illustration Board

Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lense Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880
Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lense Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880

Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lense Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American polished steel railroad Signal lanterns with flanking hinged doors, scrolled carrying handles, vented tops, rear mounting brackets, and the original Fresnel circular...

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1880s American American Empire Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Steel

Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lenses Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880
Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lenses Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880

Pair of American Polished Steel and Fresnel Lenses Railroad Lanterns, C. 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American polished steel railroad Signal lanterns with flanking hinged doors, scrolled carrying handles, vented tops, rear mounting brackets, and the original Fresnel circular...

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1890s American American Empire Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Steel

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926
Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926

Elgin White Gold Filled Art Deco Manual Wristwatch, circa 1926

By Elgin

Located in Long Beach, CA

Indeed it does not run as the oil has dried up. I can certainly service it for you but I do not recommend it as it would no longer be in mint condition.

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Oil Cans

19th Century Painting by Jean Carolus, Belgium Romanticism
19th Century Painting by Jean Carolus, Belgium Romanticism

19th Century Painting by Jean Carolus, Belgium Romanticism

By Jean Carolus

Located in Dublin, IE

One of his most celebrated works entitled La partie de billard sous Louis XV (A Game of Billiards under Louis XV), 1855 oil on canvas can be seen at In Flanders Fields Museum.  

Category

19th Century French Romantic Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas

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English 19th Century Stockton to Darlington Railway Copper Engine Oil Can
English 19th Century Stockton to Darlington Railway Copper Engine Oil Can

English 19th Century Stockton to Darlington Railway Copper Engine Oil Can

Located in GB

A rare railway copper oil can from the Stockton and Darlington Railway, circa 1850 made of hand beaten heavy gauge copper to a very sturdy design to withstand tough usage.

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1850s English Victorian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Collection Sculpture of Cinema Equipment Oil Cans / Bottles. ON SALE
Early 20th Collection Sculpture of Cinema Equipment Oil Cans / Bottles. ON SALE

Early 20th Collection Sculpture of Cinema Equipment Oil Cans / Bottles. ON SALE

By Bill Reiter

Located in Dallas, TX

. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Offered for your consideration, this collection of early centu...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Oil Cans

French Art Deco Period Advertising Poster for Veedol Motor Oil, 1936

French Art Deco Period Advertising Poster for Veedol Motor Oil, 1936

Located in New York, NY

Within the border at the bottom there is a detailed and realistic illustration of two different Veedol oil cans in the right hand corner, and in large bright orange typography, the "...

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Oil Cans

Quis Evadet? (Who can escape?)
Quis Evadet? (Who can escape?)

Quis Evadet? (Who can escape?), c. 1700

Unavailable

H 29.14 in W 23.63 in

Quis Evadet? (Who can escape?)

Located in Greven, DE

"Who Can Escape?" is the motto of this delightful portrayal of vanity.

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Late 17th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Dutch Silver Single Serving Coffee Pot, Amsterdam, 1905
Dutch Silver Single Serving Coffee Pot, Amsterdam, 1905

Dutch Silver Single Serving Coffee Pot, Amsterdam, 1905

Located in St. Catharines, ON

Bonebakker & Zoon, with maker's mark in full, and lion passant mark 2nd standard indicating 833/1000 standard silver, Minerva head duty mark with Amsterdam Assay office mark, 1905 ...

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Early 1900s Dutch Empire Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Silver

iron oil lamp
iron oil lamp

iron oil lamp

Unavailable

H 18 in Dm 8 in

iron oil lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

handmade iron oil lamp, can be adapted to use with candles, wonderful patina, great folk art piece.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Iron

Mountain Lake
Mountain Lake

Augustus William EnnessMountain Lake, 1925

Unavailable

H 23.75 in W 27.75 in

Mountain Lake

By Augustus William Enness

Located in Woking, Surrey

Enness was successful in his lifetime and exhibited at the Salon des Artistes in Paris, Royal Academy, Royal Institute of British Artists and the Royal Institute of Oil Painters. Tod...

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Early 20th Century Impressionist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

Edwardian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Edwardian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

Edwardian Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Austin, TX

Emerald is certified as Colombian with minor oil treatment. Size 5.75 , can be easily sized.

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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Lobmeyr-Restored Biedermeier Pale Pink Glass Pendant Lamp on Chain Pull Pulley
Lobmeyr-Restored Biedermeier Pale Pink Glass Pendant Lamp on Chain Pull Pulley

Lobmeyr-Restored Biedermeier Pale Pink Glass Pendant Lamp on Chain Pull Pulley

By Jos. Zahn & Co.

Located in Vienna, AT

It was made for a candle or individual oil flame and can be equipped for electrical light in various ways upon request.

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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Head of an Angel by Giulio Cesare Procaccini
Head of an Angel by Giulio Cesare Procaccini

Head of an Angel by Giulio Cesare Procaccini

Unavailable

H 12.25 in W 10.25 in

Head of an Angel by Giulio Cesare Procaccini

By Giulio Cesare Procaccini

Located in New York, NY

As such it is the only known oil sketch of Procaccini's that can be directly connected with an extant altarpiece.

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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Oil Cans

US Lighthouse Service Oil Can
US Lighthouse Service Oil Can

US Lighthouse Service Oil Can

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H 12 in W 10 in D 14 in

US Lighthouse Service Oil Can

Located in Norwell, MA

Solid copper US lighthouse Service oil can embossed US lighthouse Service on the bottom.

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1910s Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Copper

Collection of Antique Thumb Pump Oil Cans, C.1940
Collection of Antique Thumb Pump Oil Cans, C.1940

Collection of Antique Thumb Pump Oil Cans, C.1940

Located in San Francisco, CA

Collection of 5 metal thumb pump oil cans.

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Green Kerosene Can
Early 20th Century Green Kerosene Can

Early 20th Century Green Kerosene Can

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H 11 in W 12 in D 12 in

Early 20th Century Green Kerosene Can

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 20th century green kerosene can Fantastic old school wooden and metal strap handmade kerosene oil can.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Wood

Bon viveurs watching the can-can
Bon viveurs watching the can-can

Bon viveurs watching the can-can

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H 24 in W 30 in D 2 in

Bon viveurs watching the can-can

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

(French, circa 1900) Bon viveurs watching the can-can Oil on board Indistinctly signed `Dupuy(?)’

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil, Board

19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Satyr or Devil
19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Satyr or Devil

19th Century Gilt Bronze Tabletop Cigar Lighter in the Form of a Satyr or Devil

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

The finely cast and chiseled features of a gilt bronze satyr clenching a ‘cigar’ shaped wick holder in his mouth, the head has a reservoir, once filled with oil can be used to use to...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Enameled Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
Art Nouveau Enameled Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

Art Nouveau Enameled Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Englewood, NJ

The shade is numbered "02185" and the base plate is signed ,"Tiffany Studios New York D826" and further impressed with the "Tiffany Studios Decorating Co." monogram and the oil can ...

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Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze, Enamel

Antique Huge Amphora Jar or Olive Oil Jar, Can Be Used Indoors or Outside
Antique Huge Amphora Jar or Olive Oil Jar, Can Be Used Indoors or Outside

Antique Huge Amphora Jar or Olive Oil Jar, Can Be Used Indoors or Outside

Located in Highwood, IL

Commonly called an olive oil jar in the trade, but are actually an amphora, which is a type of container of a specific shape and dimension, beginning in the Neolithic Period, which r...

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Early 1900s Greek Country Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Pottery

Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Teapot by Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd
Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Teapot by Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd

Antique 1920s Sterling Silver Teapot by Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd

By Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This Fine example of antique teaware has an impressive panelled oil can spout. This exceptional 1920s teapot is a large example of its type.

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1920s Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot

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H 5.8 in W 3.8 in D 10.1 in

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Teapot

By Holland, Aldwinckle, & Slater

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fine example of antique teaware has an impressive cylindrical oil can spout. This exceptional Victorian silver teapot is a highly desirable style.

Category

1890s English Victorian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Sterling Silver

1800 Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot
1800 Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot

1800 Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot

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H 6.5 in W 4 in D 6.5 in

1800 Georgian Sterling Silver Teapot

By Prince & Cattles

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This Georgian silver teapot has an impressive tapering cylindrical, oil can style spout ornamented with a later chased floral motif to the underside, in addition to contemporary pin ...

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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Sterling Silver

Huge Italian Oil Painting School Playground
Huge Italian Oil Painting School Playground

Huge Italian Oil Painting School Playground

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Excellent detailing and a stunning oil painting. We can ship this worldwide.

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

Sterling Silver Teapot by Elikington & Co Ltd, Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Teapot by Elikington & Co Ltd, Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Teapot by Elikington & Co Ltd, Antique Victorian

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fine example of antique silverware has an impressive oil can style spout embellished with a bright cut engraved scrolling leaf design to the lower portion and encompassed with s...

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1850s English Victorian Antique Oil Cans

19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot
19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot

19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot

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H 4.9 in W 3.1 in D 8.6 in

19th Century Dutch Silver Teapot

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This fine example of antique silverware has an impressive plain oil can style spout. The underside of the teapot has a crude finish; this is often the case with silverware of this...

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Early 1800s Dutch Antique Oil Cans

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Silver

Post Impressionist School c.1900 Oil - Delphiniums in China
Post Impressionist School c.1900 Oil - Delphiniums in China

Post Impressionist School c.1900 Oil - Delphiniums in China

Located in Corsham, GB

Well presented in a swept gilt frame. Another oil study of a vase can be seen to the reverse of the board.

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Early 20th Century Antique Oil Cans

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Oil

20th Century French Oil on Wood
20th Century French Oil on Wood

20th Century French Oil on Wood

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H 10.24 in W 14.18 in L 10.24 in

20th Century French Oil on Wood

Located in LEGNY, FR

Very nice 20th century French oil on wood. You can see a barge on a dock and a monument in the background.

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1920s French Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Wood

Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle Antique Victorian
Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle Antique Victorian

Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle Antique Victorian

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H 15.9 in W 8.5 in D 10.5 in

Sterling Silver Spirit Kettle Antique Victorian

By Fenton Brothers

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This antique Victorian sterling silver spirit kettle has a classic English oil can shaped form. The surface of the kettle is embellished with bright cut engraved stylised interlac...

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1870s English Victorian Antique Oil Cans

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Signed and Framed Oil Painting
Antique Signed and Framed Oil Painting

Antique Signed and Framed Oil Painting

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H 23.63 in W 27.96 in D 1.97 in

Antique Signed and Framed Oil Painting

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and impressive antique signed and framed oil painting. We can’t quite make out the signature, but the artist was clearly accomplished as this is beautifully executed.

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1890s European Antique Oil Cans

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Canvas, Wood

Portrait Gentleman Black Coat Orange Sash, Dutch Old Master, Oil on Panel c.1650
Portrait Gentleman Black Coat Orange Sash, Dutch Old Master, Oil on Panel c.1650

Portrait Gentleman Black Coat Orange Sash, Dutch Old Master, Oil on Panel c.1650

By Bartholomeus van der Helst

Located in London, GB

The casual pose, with one arm resting on a hip, is much less formal than earlier decades, and it speaks of ‘sprezzatura’ – one’s appearance should not appear laborious, but instead, ...

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17th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Cans

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Oil, Wood Panel

Antique Greek Grains or Olive Oil Pot, 19th Century
Antique Greek Grains or Olive Oil Pot, 19th Century

Antique Greek Grains or Olive Oil Pot, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

A one-of-a-kind Greek koroniotiko, our grains or olive oil pot can be used inside or outdoors as a decorative accessory.

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19th Century Greek Antique Oil Cans

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Ceramic, Terracotta

Antique Terra Cotta Oil or Grains Jar from Casalina, Italy, Dated 1887
Antique Terra Cotta Oil or Grains Jar from Casalina, Italy, Dated 1887

Antique Terra Cotta Oil or Grains Jar from Casalina, Italy, Dated 1887

Located in Dallas, TX

Our Italian terra cotta oil jar can be used inside or outdoors as a decorative accessory.

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Ceramic, Terracotta

Pair of Large Antique Greek Olive Oil Jars from the Peloponnese Region, 19th C.
Pair of Large Antique Greek Olive Oil Jars from the Peloponnese Region, 19th C.

Pair of Large Antique Greek Olive Oil Jars from the Peloponnese Region, 19th C.

Located in Dallas, TX

Vessels such as this pair of large olive oil jars have been used for centuries throughout Greece and can still be found there today.

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19th Century Greek Antique Oil Cans

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Ceramic, Terracotta

Antique Screen with Blue Heron with Three Doors, Oil on Canvas Late 19th Century
Antique Screen with Blue Heron with Three Doors, Oil on Canvas Late 19th Century

Antique Screen with Blue Heron with Three Doors, Oil on Canvas Late 19th Century

Located in Florence, IT

Please note that the canvas is original of the period (Late 19th Century) and thus shows several signs of age and use which increases its flavor. The blue heron oil paintings have be...

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Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Portrait of a Young Girl
Portrait of a Young Girl

Portrait of a Young Girl

By George Frederic Watts

Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire

Gal. of Scotland): Mischief (oil/panel) Edinburgh (Scottish Nat. Portrait Gal.): Baron Francis Napier (1866, oil/panel) Essen: Death and the Messenger Florence (Uffizi): Self-portrai...

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Late 19th Century Impressionist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

New York Winter Window
New York Winter Window

New York Winter Window

By Childe Hassam

Located in New Orleans, LA

Childe Hassam stands among the greatest names in the history of American art, and this monumental oil on canvas can be counted among his greatest accomplishments as a painter.

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19th Century Impressionist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

18th C. Italian Silver Sanctuary Lamp
18th C. Italian Silver Sanctuary Lamp

18th C. Italian Silver Sanctuary Lamp

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H 37 in W 14 in D 14 in

18th C. Italian Silver Sanctuary Lamp

Located in Stamford, CT

Suspended from three silver chains, hallmarked. Originally for oil, this lamp can be wired for electricity, fitted for candles, or simply hung as a beautiful and unique decoration.

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18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Oil Cans

Pair French Patinated Bronze Urns
Pair French Patinated Bronze Urns

Pair French Patinated Bronze Urns

Located in Hudson, NY

They have gilt bronze caps that were orianially oil lamp fittings and can easily be adapted for electricy or used as they are.

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19th Century French Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Bronze

Gilded Wrought Iron Bar Cart on wheels with two levels with glass tops.
Gilded Wrought Iron Bar Cart on wheels with two levels with glass tops.

Gilded Wrought Iron Bar Cart on wheels with two levels with glass tops.

Located in Oakville, ON

There are two sets of wheels, the large one are working very smoothly, the smaller ones are a little tight probably needing some oil. The bar cart can be moved easily with the front ...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Oil Cans

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Wrought Iron

Antique Golf Lamp
Antique Golf Lamp

Antique Golf Lamp

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H 68.12 in W 19.1 in D 19.1 in

Antique Golf Lamp

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

The top part is telescopic and supports a bowl, decorated with embossed thistle designs that holds the actual oil lamp. The lamp can easily be converted to electricity.

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19th Century British Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s
Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s

Early 20th century Italian Pair of Nautical Lanterns, 1920s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Each lantern was lit by an oil lamp which can be accessed through a small door on the back or on the top, the lid is openable.

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1920s Italian Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Brass

Golf Lamp with Long Nose Golf Clubs
Golf Lamp with Long Nose Golf Clubs

Golf Lamp with Long Nose Golf Clubs

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H 68.12 in W 19.1 in D 19.1 in

Golf Lamp with Long Nose Golf Clubs

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

The top part is telescopic and supports a bowl, decorated with embossed thistle designs that holds the actual oil lamp. The lamp can easily be converted to electricity.

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Late 19th Century British Antique Oil Cans

19th Century German Silver Hanukkah Lamp
19th Century German Silver Hanukkah Lamp

19th Century German Silver Hanukkah Lamp

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H 9.45 in W 8.67 in D 2.37 in

19th Century German Silver Hanukkah Lamp

Located in New York, NY

They are held by two lions, symbols of strength and guardianship, commonly associated with Jewish iconography and the Lion of Judah. The menorah can accommodate both oil and candles....

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1880s German Neoclassical Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Silver

Beautiful Wooden Buddha Statue from the Edo Period / Bodhisattva / 1603-1800
Beautiful Wooden Buddha Statue from the Edo Period / Bodhisattva / 1603-1800

Beautiful Wooden Buddha Statue from the Edo Period / Bodhisattva / 1603-1800

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

And although it is blackened by soot and candle oil smoke, you can see the beauty of the wonderful sculpture.

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17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Oil Cans

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Other

Godfried  Maes 17th Century Flemish Baroque Saint George Martyrdom 1681
Godfried  Maes 17th Century Flemish Baroque Saint George Martyrdom 1681

Godfried Maes 17th Century Flemish Baroque Saint George Martyrdom 1681

By Godfried Maes

Located in Milano, MI

Faith cardinal virtue is portrayed as an helmeted woman wearing a soft drapery white robe with ample drapery, triumphantly raising the source and summit of church life. This large oi...

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Late 17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Oil Cans

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Canvas, Poplar

Rare Art Deco style BP domestic oil can, UK ca. 1920
Rare Art Deco style BP domestic oil can, UK ca. 1920

Rare Art Deco style BP domestic oil can, UK ca. 1920

Located in Meulebeke, BE

United Kingdom / 1920 / oil can / tin / Art Deco / Mid-century Very early original BP Domestic oil can from the United Kingdom, ca. 1920.

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1920s British Art Deco Antique Oil Cans

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Tin

Vintage Shell Motor Spirit Petrol Can with Bronze Screw Top Lid c.1940
Vintage Shell Motor Spirit Petrol Can with Bronze Screw Top Lid c.1940

Vintage Shell Motor Spirit Petrol Can with Bronze Screw Top Lid c.1940

By Shell Oil

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Vintage Shell Motor Spirit petrol can with bronze screw top lid and original red paint. CREATOR Shell-Mex BPL, London, U.K. DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1940. MATERIALS...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Antique Impressionist WPA Ash Can School Sledding Winter Sports Oil Painting
Antique Impressionist WPA Ash Can School Sledding Winter Sports Oil Painting

Antique Impressionist WPA Ash Can School Sledding Winter Sports Oil Painting

By Henry Ernst Schnakenberg

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American impressionist winter landscape painting by Henry Schnakenberg (1892 - 1970). Oil on canvas, circa 1920. Signed. Displayed in a period giltwood frame. Image size,...

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1920s Impressionist Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

English Oilcan or Cannister of Steel and Brass by Braime
English Oilcan or Cannister of Steel and Brass by Braime

English Oilcan or Cannister of Steel and Brass by Braime

Located in Austin, TX

A fine English automotive oil can (also known as an oiler or oil tin) of steel and brass from the early 20th century - the Golden Age of automobiles.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Oil Cans

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Metal, Brass, Steel

Antique American School Ash Can WPA Social Realist Oil Painting Woman Portrait
Antique American School Ash Can WPA Social Realist Oil Painting Woman Portrait

Antique American School Ash Can WPA Social Realist Oil Painting Woman Portrait

Located in Buffalo, NY

Antique American modernist oil painting of a woman. Oil on board, circa 1930. Unsigned. Displayed in a modern frame. Image, 16"L x 20"H.

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1920s Modern Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Antique Dutch painter - 18th century figure painting - Pipe smokers - Oil on can
Antique Dutch painter - 18th century figure painting - Pipe smokers - Oil on can

Antique Dutch painter - 18th century figure painting - Pipe smokers - Oil on can

Located in Varmo, IT

Dutch painter (late 18th century) - Pipe smokers. 43.5 x 50.5 cm without frame, 52 x 59 cm with frame. Antique oil painting on canvas, in a gilded wooden frame (some cracks). Cond...

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Late 18th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Cans

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Canvas, Oil

Large Vintage Green Can Motor Gas Oil Garage Drum Motoring Memorabilia
Large Vintage Green Can Motor Gas Oil Garage Drum Motoring Memorabilia

Large Vintage Green Can Motor Gas Oil Garage Drum Motoring Memorabilia

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A large 10 Gallon Drum with brass tap. Wonderful colour and patina. Founded in 1890 in Birmingham, England, Valor became a market leader in manufacturing container storage equipmen...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Oil Cans

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Metal, Steel

Tiffany Studios New York "Double Student Vine Border" Table Lamp
Tiffany Studios New York "Double Student Vine Border" Table Lamp

Tiffany Studios New York "Double Student Vine Border" Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in New York, NY

This Tiffany Studios New York leaded glass and bronze "Double Student Vine Border" table lamp features double leaded glass shades that branch out in two arms with a centered patinate...

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Early 1900s North American Art Nouveau Antique Oil Cans

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Bronze

Extensive Moorland Landscape large 19th Century Oil
Extensive Moorland Landscape large 19th Century Oil

Extensive Moorland Landscape large 19th Century Oil

By Thomas Creswick

Located in Frome, Somerset

Thomas Creswick has works in many Gallery and Museum collections. His oil paintings can make up to $11000 USD at auction.

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1850s Romantic Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

Fine French Empire Portrait of Philippe Bardon, Oil Painting
Fine French Empire Portrait of Philippe Bardon, Oil Painting

Fine French Empire Portrait of Philippe Bardon, Oil Painting

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

The sitters incredible face makes for a hugely desirable portrait, perfect for an elegant neutral based townhouse or a scruffy cottage in the countryside, this is a classic oil paint...

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Early 19th Century Old Masters Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Oil

Captain Coghlan’s Duelling Pistols by Twigg of London
Captain Coghlan’s Duelling Pistols by Twigg of London

Captain Coghlan’s Duelling Pistols by Twigg of London

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

All in the original fitted mahogany case with a steel bullet mould, oil can and cleaning rod. The cover is mounted with a plaque engraved Captain Coghlan Royal Navy.

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1780s English Antique Oil Cans

Materials

Gold

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Antique Oil Cans For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are several options of antique oil cans available for sale. A selection of these works in the Art Deco and Old Masters styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have been made for many years, with versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique oil cans available on 1stDibs span a range of colors that includes black, brown, gray and more. These artworks have been a part of the life’s work for many artists, but the versions made by Edward Brewer are consistently popular. Each of these unique pieces was handmade with extraordinary care, with artists most often working in oil paint, paint and canvas.

How Much are Antique Oil Cans?

Prices for pieces in our collection of antique oil cans start at $75 and top out at $17,500 with the average selling for $1,800.