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Design Hanging Lamp "Ursule" by Elise Gabriel
By Elise Gabriel
Located in Paris, FR
revisits the ceiling lamp and the wall lamp using china biscuit as its main material. Biscuit is used for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chinese Lamp Used

Materials

Leather

Pair of opaline glass lantern vases (1925-1930)
Located in Oostende, BE
The design of this pair of vases refers to Chinese lampions and are made using the technique
Category

1920s French Chinese Export Chinese Lamp Used

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

Pair of Vintage Ceramic Chrome Square Temple Jar Lamps, France, circa 1970
Located in Houston, TX
" below and see them first! These unusual lamps use ancient Chinese designs but in a thoroughly
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1970s French Modern Chinese Lamp Used

Materials

Chrome

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Chinese Lamp Used For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Chinese lamp used for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every Chinese lamp used was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Chinese lamp used — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Chinese lamp used is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Bentu Design, Buzao and The Marbro Lamp Company each produced at least one beautiful Chinese lamp used that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chinese Lamp Used?

Prices for a Chinese lamp used can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $45 and can go as high as $63,898, while the average can fetch as much as $2,006.
Questions About Chinese Lamp Used
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Chinese ginger jars were originally made as utilitarian vessels used to store various herbs and spices. Today, they are almost exclusively decorative objects.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Traditionally, Chinese wedding baskets were filled with gifts and necessities and given to the bride on her wedding day. The basket was tiered, and made out of woven material. You can shop a collection of Chinese wedding baskets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In ancient China, pottery was primarily used for cooking, storing and serving food. Throughout the Han Dynasty, the art of pottery evolved to include ceramic figures, the best example of this being the TerraCotta Warriors who guard the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Find a variety of antique Chinese pottery from many different eras on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gooseneck lamp is used for pointing illumination at a spot or subject that needs it. It can be used for night time reading, or on a larger scale, in construction sites for spot illumination. You’ll find a variety of gooseneck lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A banker’s lamp was traditionally used on bankers’ desks or in libraries or other office-type settings. The green-tinted shade helped keep the eyes feeling comfortable and protected from the glare of the bulb. Browse a collection of banker’s lamps from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Artists can use a variety of lamps in their studios. Desk lamps with adjustable arms and shades are popular because they allow artists to direct light where they need it. Similarly, floor lamps that can be adjusted as necessary can also benefit artists. Shop a selection of lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A buffet lamp can be used on a buffet, bedroom dressers, hall console tables, sofa tables, etc. They are identified by their long narrow necks and tiny shades. Find a variety of buffet lamps on 1stDibs to meet your requirements.
  • 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
    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
    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 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
    To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The safest way to burn a kerosene lamp is outdoors, but if you do want to use one inside, opt for K-1 kerosene in an indoor-specific lamp. Do not burn red kerosene in an indoor lamp because the fumes from the red dye can be toxic to inhale.