Hindu Oil Lamp
Large 19th Century Antique Indian Hindu Ganesha Figural Votive Brass Oil Lamp
Located in Portland, OR
A large antique early 19th century Indian brass votive oil lamp modeled as the Hindu deity, Lord
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Metalwork
Materials
Brass
H 13.5 in W 12 in D 7 in
Brass Oil Lamp Traditional Temple Religious Asian Hindu Diya Art India 1900
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Traditional Religious cast brass Diya Temple oil lamp used for prayer.
Shallow dish with seven bati
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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Brass Hindu Temple Oil Lamps Figures a Two Cows and Holly Man Standing
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hindu Vedas. If you visit a Shiv temple any where, you will always see Nandi statues outside the
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Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Metalwork
Materials
Brass
South Asian Brass Oil Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
This 20th century South Asian oil lamp is made of brass in the shape of an aircraft. Oil lamps like
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20th Century South Asian Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Bronze Altar of Shiva
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
is his son Ganesh with seven cobras. Combine oil lamp reservoir & large censer. Lacking a censer
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Victorian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Antique Thai Shadow Puppet, Buffalo Hide, Nang Yai
Located in New York, NY
used oil lamps. Bringing the puppet to life requires the use of wooden or bamboo sticks to control the
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20th Century More Art
Materials
Animal Skin
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Vintage Khmer Cast Bronze Head of Shiva, Angkor Wat Style, 1970's, Thailand
Located in Austin, TX
A well cast vintage Khmer, Angkor Wat style, bronze head of Shiva, circa 1970's, Thailand.
Shiva, the Hindu god of creation, change and destruction, is identified by the third eye...
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Vintage 1970s Thai Sculptures and Carvings
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Bronze
H 11.5 in W 5.25 in D 4.75 in
Japanese Paloma Wood Carving Okimono of Jurojin
Located in New York, NY
A Japanese carved paloma wood Okimono of Jurojin (god of longevity with a turtle). A symbol of long life, the sculpture also depicts a young boy representing the beginning of life. C...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sculptures and Carvings
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Boxwood
Japanese Antique Wooden Drawers Storage Box 1910s-1930s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba-Shi, JP
This is an old Japanese drawer.
The color that has deepened over time is very beautiful.
The material is unknown, but it is well made.
There are 9 drawers in total, which are usefu...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Wood
Life Size Swan Decoy
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Swan decoy from Havre de Grace, Maryland. Original paint.
Period: Mid-20th century
Origin: Maine, United States
Size: 32” x 10” x 17’
Family Owned & Operated
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Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Large Jewelry Dowry Box Lacquered Teak and Brass India 1900
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Teak Jewelry Dowry Box with Brass, Late 19th Century, India.
Indian Dowry Box in Lacquered Teak with Decorative Brass. This large Ethnic Indian jewelry box is hand-painted in r...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Agra Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
Antique Hindu Make Up Brass Box with Peacocks
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique Hindu make up vermilion and eye liner brass box holder.
This is an antique Mughal style brass Indian ornate locking Tikka box container.
It has six compartments that lock in...
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Folk Art Metalwork
Materials
Brass
Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Blue Buddha Bust
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Buddha Bust, Blue. Beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a vibrant dark reflex blue. According to one legend, Kwan Yin was an Indian Pri...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Busts
Materials
Ceramic
Swan Decoy by Wild Fowler
Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Very nice hollow carved swan in the style of Madison Mitchell by Wild Fowler Decoy Factory Point Pleasant, New Jersey. Original cream white paint.
Period: Mid-20th century
Origin: N...
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Mid-20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Lapis Lazuli Happy Buddha Statue
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful natural lapis lazuli statue of the Happy Buddha. The full face with big laughing mouth below smiling eyes flanked by long pendulous earlobes. Buddha wears a loose robe fa...
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Late 20th Century Afghan Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Floral Credenza in White Bronze Clad Over Teakwood Handcrafted In India
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the floral motifs used in the paintings of palaces of Rajasthan. One of the best selling pieces of Stephanie Odegard collection. This elegant piece is hand made from soli...
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2010s Indian Other Credenzas
Materials
Brass
19th C Oakwood Counter Top Cigar Store Indian Statue, Netherlands
Located in Leuven , BE
The cigar store Indian originated as a tradition, not in the United States but in Europe, where carved “Virginie men,” as Europeans called native Americans, were used for advertising...
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Copper Hand Etched Egyptian Pot Jardiniere
By Mamluke
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Middle Eastern Copper hand etched polished brass cache pot.
Could be used as a vase or Jardiniere, indoor or outdoor.
Figural scenes and pyramid architectural and geometric designs ...
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Early 20th Century Egyptian Islamic Metalwork
Materials
Brass, Copper
Arts & Crafts Hammered Copper Vessel
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine early 20th century hammered copper cauldron form vessel, having generous rolled lip, swelled body with two applied handles and standing on stubby hollow feet, the whole with ric...
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Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Vases
Materials
Copper
Antique French Bronze D'ore Cut Crystal Centerpiece
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French bronze d'ore cut crystal centerpiece
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Antique Late 19th Century French Centerpieces
Materials
Crystal, Bronze
Bird Hand Carved Lapis Lazuli Rhodonite Figure
Located in New York, NY
A Mid century hand carved Lapis Lazuli sculpture. The sculpture depicts a bird with open wings. The sculpture is adorned with a hand carved Rhodonite head, encrusted with Amber stone...
Category
20th Century Unknown Animal Sculptures
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Natural Lapis Lazuli Statue of Guan Yin 6 lb Finest Grade
Located in Somis, CA
A rare, hand carved, masterpiece natural fine grade lapis lazuli Kwan Yin sculpture. Kwan Yin has an oval-shaped face with arched eyebrows and downcast eyes casting a serene aura, fr...
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2010s Afghan Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
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Old Oil Painting on Wooden Board from a Village Temple in Western India
Located in Houston, TX
Years of black smoke from the oil lamps used in the temple darkened the surface of the painting
Category
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Paintings
Materials
Teak
Bronze South Hindu Ritual Oil Lamp
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Bronze South Hindu Ritual Oil Lamp with leaf and foliage detail on the upright back with a nicely
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Indian Tribal Religious Items
Materials
Bronze
Mughal Raj Hindu Indian Brass Temple Oil Lamp
By Tony Duquette
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mughal Raj Hindu Indian Brass Temple Oil Lamp turned into a floor lamp.
Rewired in the US.
Polished
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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Brass
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022People began using early versions of oil lamps for spiritual purposes during ancient times. References to oil-burning lamps are found in both the Torah and the Bible. Oil lamps became popular for everyday use lighting homes and businesses in the late 19th century with the advent of the kerosene lamp. Shop a selection of antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do I use a hanging oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- Are oil lamps still used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, oil lamps are still used today. However, most people utilize oil lamps while camping or during power outages in the U.S. It is uncommon for Americans to light their homes only with oil lamps. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique oil lamps.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- How does a Roman oil lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Roman oil lamps are simply containers filled with oil, in which a wick made up of cloth or rope rests on one end. The other end of the wick comes in contact with the air. When the wick is lit, the oil in it burns and gives out light.
- How do you use a brass oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How you use a brass oil lamp may vary based on the design of the piece. However, generally, you fill the lamp with vegetable, sesame or similar plant-based oil. Use tweezers to raise and lower the wick and trim away burned ends with scissors. Then, use a match to light the lamp. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oil lamps.
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