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Antique Railroad Lamps

Unique Leaded Glass Ticket Counter Railroad Lamp
Unique Leaded Glass Ticket Counter Railroad Lamp

Unique Leaded Glass Ticket Counter Railroad Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

This stained glass table lamp is really unique. This will be something of interest to railroad

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Stained Glass

Vintage Railroad Lantern
Vintage Railroad Lantern

Vintage Railroad Lantern

$1,200

H 24 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

Vintage Railroad Lantern

Located in Water Mill, NY

Vintage railroad lantern made into lamp.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Early Railroad Center Lamp
Early Railroad Center Lamp

Early Railroad Center Lamp

$4,200

H 21 in Dm 21 in

Early Railroad Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. So we closed shop for almost

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pittsburgh Glass Company Nicolas Kopp Reverse Glass Painting Shade & Lamp
Pittsburgh Glass Company Nicolas Kopp Reverse Glass Painting Shade & Lamp

Pittsburgh Glass Company Nicolas Kopp Reverse Glass Painting Shade & Lamp

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

SALE ONE WEEK ONLY "Pittsburgh Glass Company Lamp" Landscape, Reverse Glass Paintng The landscape

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Brass

Adams & Westlake No.207 Railroad Center Lamp
Adams & Westlake No.207 Railroad Center Lamp

Adams & Westlake No.207 Railroad Center Lamp

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. That's why we closed shop for

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Copper Bullseye Railway Boat Lantern Police Signal Oil Lamp 13"
Antique Japanese Copper Bullseye Railway Boat Lantern Police Signal Oil Lamp 13"

Antique Japanese Copper Bullseye Railway Boat Lantern Police Signal Oil Lamp 13"

By Nippon Sento Company Ltd

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique copper police/ railroad / boat signal lantern / hand lamp. Features cylindrical body style

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Early 20th Century Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Copper

Museum Quality James L. Howard Railroad Car Center Lamp
Museum Quality James L. Howard Railroad Car Center Lamp

Museum Quality James L. Howard Railroad Car Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. That's why we closed shop for

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Dayton No. 230 Two-Light Railroad Car Center Lamp
Rare Dayton No. 230 Two-Light Railroad Car Center Lamp

Rare Dayton No. 230 Two-Light Railroad Car Center Lamp

By Dayton Electric Lighting Company

Located in Peekskill, NY

Few of these luxury class Victorian RR lamps still exist. Any remaining examples have found their

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier Plus Smoke Catchers
1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier Plus Smoke Catchers

1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier Plus Smoke Catchers

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

railroad history. Note that the lamp was mounted to wood for display only.

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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

WMF Art Nouveau German Silver-Plated Metal Sugar Bowl.
WMF Art Nouveau German Silver-Plated Metal Sugar Bowl.

WMF Art Nouveau German Silver-Plated Metal Sugar Bowl.

By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Prato, Tuscany

industrialist and inventor. Initially, the company was engaged in the production of metal railroad items such as

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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

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Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp
Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

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H 24 in W 14 in L 24 in

Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. Thats why we closed shop for

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp
Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. Thats why we closed shop for

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamps
Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamps

Rare Adams and Westlake Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamps

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. Thats why we closed shop for

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Railroad Station Wall Lamp
Railroad Station Wall Lamp

Railroad Station Wall Lamp

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H 57 in W 26.5 in D 21 in

Railroad Station Wall Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

weoponry detail above. Originally made to light the way for railroad passengers in rural New Hampshire.

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19th Century American Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Metal

Early Gas Railroad Center Lamp
Early Gas Railroad Center Lamp

Early Gas Railroad Center Lamp

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H 32 in Dm 24 in

Early Gas Railroad Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. So we closed shop for almost

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Striking Bronze Art Nouveau Railroad Ceiling Lamp
Striking Bronze Art Nouveau Railroad Ceiling Lamp

Striking Bronze Art Nouveau Railroad Ceiling Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

just started to list some of the rare early decorative train car lamps from this collection. Few of

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

Hicks and Smith Double Railroad Car Lamp
Hicks and Smith Double Railroad Car Lamp

Hicks and Smith Double Railroad Car Lamp

By Holophane

Located in Peekskill, NY

Few of these luxury class Victorian RR lamps still exist. Any remaining examples have found their

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Mid-19th Century American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Bronze

Very Rare 1800s Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp
Very Rare 1800s Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp

Very Rare 1800s Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. So we closed shop for almost

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Brass

Adams and Westlake Double Toranado Railroad Car Lamp
Adams and Westlake Double Toranado Railroad Car Lamp

Adams and Westlake Double Toranado Railroad Car Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

Few of these luxury class Victorian RR lamps still exist. Any remaining examples have found their

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Late 19th Century Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Brass

1800s Bronze Art Nouveau Holophane Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp
1800s Bronze Art Nouveau Holophane Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp

1800s Bronze Art Nouveau Holophane Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

just started to list some of the rare early decorative train car lamps from this collection. Few of

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Very Rare  Adams and Westlake Railroad Car Center Lamp
Very Rare  Adams and Westlake Railroad Car Center Lamp

Very Rare Adams and Westlake Railroad Car Center Lamp

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. So we closed shop for almost

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Large Adams and Westlake Railroad Dining Car Side Lamp
Large Adams and Westlake Railroad Dining Car Side Lamp

Large Adams and Westlake Railroad Dining Car Side Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is one of the more elaborate railcar side lamps you will find. These were larger because they

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Late 19th Century Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp
Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp

Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

Few of these luxury class Victorian RR lamps still exist. Any remaining examples have found their

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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp
Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp

Very Rare 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Oil Lamp

By Adams & Westlake Co.

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. Thats why we closed shop for

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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Brass

1800s Bronze and Milk Glass Art Nouveau Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp
1800s Bronze and Milk Glass Art Nouveau Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp

1800s Bronze and Milk Glass Art Nouveau Railroad Car Ceiling Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

just started to list some of the rare early decorative train car lamps from this collection. Few of

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Pair of 1800s Dayton Railroad Dining Car Sconces
Pair of 1800s Dayton Railroad Dining Car Sconces

Pair of 1800s Dayton Railroad Dining Car Sconces

Located in Peekskill, NY

character of this beautiful piece of railroad history. One of the lamps is signed by the Dayton

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Brass

Rail Car Side Lamps
Rail Car Side Lamps

Rail Car Side Lamps

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H 18 in W 8 in D 10.5 in

Rail Car Side Lamps

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. Thats why we closed shop for

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Mid-19th Century American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

Rare Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp
Rare Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

Rare Dayton Bow Arm Pullman Car Railroad Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

is a nice piece of railroad history and one of our favorite lamps.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Dayton Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp
Dayton Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

Dayton Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

If you are a Railroad collector then you already know just how rare this lamp is. Its a Center Oil

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Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp
Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

By William Adams and Company

Located in Peekskill, NY

If you are a Railroad collector then you already know just how rare this lamp is. Its a No.33

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Brass

Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp
Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

Adams and Westlake Narrow Gauge Railroad Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

If you are a Railroad collector then you already know just how rare this lamp is. Its a No.33

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Late 19th Century Antique Railroad Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Very Rare 1800s Hicks and Smith Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp
Very Rare 1800s Hicks and Smith Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp

Very Rare 1800s Hicks and Smith Railroad Dining Car Center Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

opportunity to see these lamps first-hand and acquire some of the best examples. So we closed shop for almost

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

Antique Dietz Acme Large Inspector Lamp Two Railroad Lanterns New York 1900s
Antique Dietz Acme Large Inspector Lamp Two Railroad Lanterns New York 1900s

Antique Dietz Acme Large Inspector Lamp Two Railroad Lanterns New York 1900s

By Dietz, Brother & Co.

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Train lantern lamps. Pair of Antique Dietz acme large inspector lamps railroad train lanterns New

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

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Metal

1800s Pullman Car Flush Mounts
1800s Pullman Car Flush Mounts

1800s Pullman Car Flush Mounts

Located in Peekskill, NY

These are elegantly detailed railroad car flush mount dome lamps. The outer ring looks to be bronze

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Pair of Rail Car Sconces
Pair of Rail Car Sconces

Pair of Rail Car Sconces

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H 8.75 in W 5 in D 6 in

Pair of Rail Car Sconces

Located in Peekskill, NY

discovered the wonderful range of lighting designed for railroad and steamship use. These lamps needed to

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

Pair  Railroad Lamps
Pair  Railroad Lamps

Pair Railroad Lamps

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H 22 in Dm 14 in

Pair Railroad Lamps

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Pair of Railroad lamps yellow,red,green

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Early 20th Century American Antique Railroad Lamps

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Iron

Old Railroad Signal Lamp
Old Railroad Signal Lamp

Old Railroad Signal Lamp

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H 22 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Old Railroad Signal Lamp

Located in Wainscott, NY

Early Railroad Signal Lantern converted into a Lamp, Swivels on wood base, 2 Amber and 2 Green

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19th Century American Antique Railroad Lamps

French Railroad Oil Lamps
French Railroad Oil Lamps

French Railroad Oil Lamps

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H 13 in W 9 in

French Railroad Oil Lamps

Located in Long Island City, NY

A pair of French, 19th century painted tole railway car oil lamps. Each marked "Chemins de Fer du

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19th Century French Antique Railroad Lamps

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By Tiffany Studios

Located in Petaluma, CA

This Large and beautiful picture frame is the the work of Tiffany Studios. This is the grapevine pattern with a gilt finish- The top border of the frame monogrammed (A.S.B.). Rich Ti...

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

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Pair of Signed Tiffany Studios Bronze Candlesticks w/ Blown Holders, ca. 1905

Pair of Signed Tiffany Studios Bronze Candlesticks w/ Blown Holders, ca. 1905

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Located in Petaluma, CA

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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

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Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp

Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Dallas, TX

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

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"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric

"Pietra" Curved Armchair with Leather Arms Upholstered in Bouclé Fabric

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bouclé

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Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.

Tiffany Studios Jeweled Feather Table Lamp.

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Dallas, TX

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios Bronze and Favrile Table Lamp
Tiffany Studios Bronze and Favrile Table Lamp

Tiffany Studios Bronze and Favrile Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Dallas, TX

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

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Tiffany Studios Bronze And favrile Harp Table lamp

Tiffany Studios Bronze And favrile Harp Table lamp

By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Dallas, TX

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Desk Lamp
Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Desk Lamp

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Desk Lamp

By Tiffany Studios, Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in New York, NY

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Three French Art Deco Brass Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1930s, Indoor or Outdoor
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Three French Art Deco Brass Opaline Glass Wall Sconces, 1930s, Indoor or Outdoor

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Antique Railroad Lamps

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Brass

Mini Cast Brass Reading light
Mini Cast Brass Reading light

Mini Cast Brass Reading light

$400 / item

H 4.5 in W 4.5 in D 6.5 in

Mini Cast Brass Reading light

By Early Electrics Design Studio

Located in Peekskill, NY

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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Antique Railroad Lamps

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Brass

Cast Iron and Vaseline Glass Sconces
Cast Iron and Vaseline Glass Sconces

Cast Iron and Vaseline Glass Sconces

$550 / item

H 14 in W 6 in D 8.5 in

Cast Iron and Vaseline Glass Sconces

Located in Peekskill, NY

We have a collection of these original cast iron wall bracket sconces in stock. This is a classic design that we refinished and rewired. The hand blown tipped globe is nice contrast...

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Iron

Tiffany Studios New York "Newell Post" Favrile Glass Desk Lamp
Tiffany Studios New York "Newell Post" Favrile Glass Desk Lamp

Tiffany Studios New York "Newell Post" Favrile Glass Desk Lamp

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Located in New York, NY

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Tiffany Studios Bronze Table Lamp with Contemporary Lundberg Favrile Glass Shade

Tiffany Studios Bronze Table Lamp with Contemporary Lundberg Favrile Glass Shade

By Lundberg Studios, Tiffany Studios

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Railroad Lamps

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Very Rare and Ornate 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier
Very Rare and Ornate 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier

Very Rare and Ornate 1800s Adams & Westlake Railroad Dining Car Chandelier

Located in Peekskill, NY

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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Bronze

Four Light Railroad Center Chandelier
Four Light Railroad Center Chandelier

Four Light Railroad Center Chandelier

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is one of more important and interesting early train car lamps we have found. Few of these luxury class Victorian RR lamps still exist. Any remaining examples have found their w...

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Railroad Lamps

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Mercury Glass

1910 GE Street Light
1910 GE Street Light

1910 GE Street Light

$1,400

H 30 in Dm 15 in

1910 GE Street Light

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is an early General Electric luminous arc lamp. It has a 15 inch diameter and stands 30 inches tall. I believe these were the type of street lamps used in NYC at the turn of the...

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Late 19th Century Antique Railroad Lamps

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Copper

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Antique Railroad Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique railroad lamps available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique railroad lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, bronze and brass. There are all kinds of antique railroad lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique railroad lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique railroad lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Adams & Westlake Co. are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Railroad Lamps?

Prices for antique railroad lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique railroad lamps begin at $400 and can go as high as $6,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

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As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Railroad Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a railroad lamp and a lantern comes down to design and function. Railroad lamps are stationary lighting fixtures that were used to illuminate railroad tracks and platforms. They usually feature a heavy sheet or cast metal body and have lenses that make their lighting more intense. Intended to be portable, lanterns are generally smaller and usually feature a metal frame, a glass shade and no lenses. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of railroad lamps and lanterns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify antique railroad lanterns, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on the bottom. Using trusted online resources, you can determine who produced your lantern based on these markings, and then you can research the company to find out when it was in business and making lanterns similar to yours. To be considered an antique, a railroad lantern must be at least 100 years old. If you can't find a maker's marking, it's generally necessary to use the characteristics of a lantern to date it. Because this can be difficult without experience and training, you may wish to seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer when identifying unmarked railroad lanterns. Explore a selection of lanterns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.