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Bohemian Oil Lamp

Oil Lamp with an Illuminating Globe Shade, Bohemian, circa 1885
Located in London, GB
A late 19th century opalescent glass oil lamp with an illuminating globe shade, Bohemia, circa 1885
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Antique Late 19th Century European Globes

Materials

Glass

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Pair of Blue Gilt and Enamelled Bohemian Glass Oil Lamps with Matching Stands
Located in London, GB
A pair of blue gilt and enamelled Bohemian glass oil lamps with matching blue glass stands. They
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Three African Forged Iron Oil Lamps
Located in Antwerp, BE
A group of three African Dogan hand forged iron oil lamps. These oil lamps are made to stick in the
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Materials

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Three African Forged Iron Oil Lamps
Three African Forged Iron Oil Lamps
H 33.47 in W 5.12 in D 6.3 in
Fine Bohemian Cut Cased Glass Oil Lamp Form Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
With white over clear pink cased glass, this of Bohemian crystal lamps are stunning in their oil
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Vintage 1940s European Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

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Antique Bohemian Opalescent Cut To Cranberry Glass Oil Lamp C1850
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Bohemian Opalescent Cut To Cranberry Glass Oil Lamp C1850 Measures - 10.5"H x 4.25"W x
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Antique 19th Century American Glass

Materials

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Indian Bronze Oil Lamp, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This small bronze object is a form of Indian hanging oil lamp known as a thookku vilakku, or
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Bohemian Ruby glass lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
Bohemian Ruby glass oil lamp electrified in the 20th Century. Newly wired. 38" height to top
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Antique 19th Century Czech Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

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By KPM Porcelain
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Bohemian Oil Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the bohemian oil lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A bohemian oil lamp — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a bohemian oil lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A bohemian oil lamp, designed in the Art Nouveau or mid-century modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made bohemian oil lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Josef Carl Klinkosch are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bohemian Oil Lamp?

Prices for a bohemian oil lamp start at $250 and top out at $40,740 with the average selling for $2,418.
Questions About Bohemian Oil Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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, 2022
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    People began using early versions of oil lamps for spiritual purposes during ancient times. References to oil-burning lamps are found in both the Torah and the Bible. Oil lamps became popular for everyday use lighting homes and businesses in the late 19th century with the advent of the kerosene lamp. Shop a selection of antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Roman 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How 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, 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.