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Antique Opaline Clamshell Glass Kerosene Lamp C1870
Antique Opaline Clamshell Glass Kerosene Lamp C1870

Antique Opaline Clamshell Glass Kerosene Lamp C1870

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Opaline Clamshell Glass Kerosene Lamp C1870 Measures- 12''H x 5.5''W x 5.5''D This elegant kerosene lamp, dating to circa 1870, features a beautifully crafted opaline clamsh...

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Late 19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp, Early 20th Century
Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp, Early 20th Century

Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

This Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp is a refined design lamp manufactured around 1910.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Alacite Glass Lincoln Drape Electrified Aladdin Kerosene Lamp c1920
Antique Alacite Glass Lincoln Drape Electrified Aladdin Kerosene Lamp c1920

Antique Alacite Glass Lincoln Drape Electrified Aladdin Kerosene Lamp c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Alacite Glass Lincoln Drape Electrified Aladdin Kerosene Lamp C1920 Measures - 19 1/4" x 10 1/2" x 10 1/2"

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Early 20th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style
Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Pair of Kerosene Lamps with Birds in Chinese Style

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of French antique kerosene lamps. The bronze paunch is decorated with birds on branches and flowers in Chinese style.

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Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Bronze

French Antique Table Electrified Kerosene Lamp Glass & Bronze, Late 19th Century
French Antique Table Electrified Kerosene Lamp Glass & Bronze, Late 19th Century

French Antique Table Electrified Kerosene Lamp Glass & Bronze, Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Antique kerosene lamp later converted to electricity. Napoléon III period, bronze and glass As the kerosene tank was of glass, this lamp has been electrified in two parts : on the to...

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880
Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880

Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880

Located in Big Flats, NY

Pair of Antique Brass, Cut Glass & Marble Kerosene Lamps C1880 Measures- 9"H x 3.75"W x 3.75"D

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Late 19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Electrified Antique Vintage Wood and Brass Kerosene Lamp with notable provenance
Electrified Antique Vintage Wood and Brass Kerosene Lamp with notable provenance

Electrified Antique Vintage Wood and Brass Kerosene Lamp with notable provenance

Located in Leesburg, VA

Anonymous Early 20th century; North America Wood, brass Approximate size: 26 (h) x 9 (w) x 9 (d) in. The present lamp, formerly a kerosene lamp, has been converted to an electrical...

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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique A&C Miller Kerosene Lamp Cir 1910  stickley era-  W4014 - 40% OFF SALE
Antique A&C Miller Kerosene Lamp Cir 1910  stickley era-  W4014 - 40% OFF SALE

Antique A&C Miller Kerosene Lamp Cir 1910 stickley era- W4014 - 40% OFF SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

30 PERCENT OFF SALE This is a very nice antique Arts & Crafts circa 1910 Miller Kerosene Lamp in very good condition with original patina.

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1910s American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Iron

Electrified Kerosene Table Lamp
Electrified Kerosene Table Lamp

Electrified Kerosene Table Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

A electrified kerosene lamp with a ceramic and glass coverage.

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Mid-19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Aladdin Pink & Moonstone Glass Kerosene Table Lamp with Model 13 Burner
Antique Aladdin Pink & Moonstone Glass Kerosene Table Lamp with Model 13 Burner

Antique Aladdin Pink & Moonstone Glass Kerosene Table Lamp with Model 13 Burner

By Aladdin Co.

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique kerosene lamp was made by the renowned Aladdin Company of the United States and dates to approximately 1920 and done in the period Art Deco style.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Arts and Crafts Kerosene Table Bronze Lamp with Mica Shade by Bradley & Hubbard
Arts and Crafts Kerosene Table Bronze Lamp with Mica Shade by Bradley & Hubbard

Arts and Crafts Kerosene Table Bronze Lamp with Mica Shade by Bradley & Hubbard

By Bradley & Hubbard, Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in New York, NY

Originally a kerosene lamp, this example has been wired for electric use.

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Brass Table Lamp with Stained Red Glass Column, Late 1800s
Brass Table Lamp with Stained Red Glass Column, Late 1800s

Brass Table Lamp with Stained Red Glass Column, Late 1800s

Located in Knivsta, SE

Taking the form of a classical candlestick, what was originally a kerosene lamp has been reworked into a modern electrical table lamp.

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Late 19th Century European Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

20th-Century Prewar Table Lamp, Glass Base, Column Design, Europe
20th-Century Prewar Table Lamp, Glass Base, Column Design, Europe

20th-Century Prewar Table Lamp, Glass Base, Column Design, Europe

Located in Opole, PL

20th-Century Prewar Table Lamp with Light Shade We present you an electric lamp made of an old kerosene lamp.

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Early 20th Century European Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Glass

Large Rococo Revival Table Lamp in Gilded Bronze, Mid-19th Century
Large Rococo Revival Table Lamp in Gilded Bronze, Mid-19th Century

Large Rococo Revival Table Lamp in Gilded Bronze, Mid-19th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

The new black lacquer shade is gilded on the inside to give a warm and beautiful impression, reflecting the shining gilt bronze. The table lamp was originally a kerosene lamp or a ca...

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Mid-19th Century European Rococo Revival Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze

Elegant Crystal and Brass Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Elegant Crystal and Brass Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Elegant Crystal and Brass Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in Knivsta, SE

Includes black and gold lacquer lampshade, giving it quite a warm light. Originally a kerosene lamp, now electric. Newly rewired electricity.

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Early 20th Century European Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Vintage Late 19th Century Victorian Period Cut Glass, Onyx and Bronze Table lamp
Vintage Late 19th Century Victorian Period Cut Glass, Onyx and Bronze Table lamp

Vintage Late 19th Century Victorian Period Cut Glass, Onyx and Bronze Table lamp

By H.A. Stevens

Located in Bronx, NY

It was originally a kerosene lamp that was electrified with a single socket & an in line switch.

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

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

Though we don't use the cans today, kerosene lamps were in most every household in America in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Wood

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

Though we don't use the cans today, kerosene lamps were in most every household in America in the 19th and early 20th centuries.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Wood

Antique French Ceramic Advertising Apollinaris Match Holder Striker
Antique French Ceramic Advertising Apollinaris Match Holder Striker

Antique French Ceramic Advertising Apollinaris Match Holder Striker

Located in Montreal, QC

They were necessary both to light a stove and a kerosene lamp. Decorative and Collectible object to display in a bar or next to the fireplace.

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Swedish Brass Oil Lampe by Böhlmarks of Stockholm
Antique Swedish Brass Oil Lampe by Böhlmarks of Stockholm

Antique Swedish Brass Oil Lampe by Böhlmarks of Stockholm

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik

Located in Søborg, DK

Originally, Böhlmark sold imported kerosene lamps (hand, table, wall and hanging lamps as well as stable lanterns) and gas oil lamps made of tin, zinc and brass, with accessories suc...

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1890s Swedish Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

English Sheffield banquet table lamp, c. 1850-60
English Sheffield banquet table lamp, c. 1850-60

English Sheffield banquet table lamp, c. 1850-60

Located in Kenilworth, IL

English hallmarked kerosene or oil banquet table lamp in silver plated nickel.

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Mid-19th Century British Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate, Nickel

Neoclassical Table Lamp, Brass and Bronze, English, Circa 1880-1900
Neoclassical Table Lamp, Brass and Bronze, English, Circa 1880-1900

Neoclassical Table Lamp, Brass and Bronze, English, Circa 1880-1900

Located in Lomita, CA

The top part of the lamp is brass while the base is likely bronze. This appears to have once been a kerosene or gas lamp that has been converted with electricity.

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Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pairpoint Monumental Hand-Painted Orientalist Oil Lamp, Pyramids, Palms c 1905
Pairpoint Monumental Hand-Painted Orientalist Oil Lamp, Pyramids, Palms c 1905

Pairpoint Monumental Hand-Painted Orientalist Oil Lamp, Pyramids, Palms c 1905

By Pairpoint Glassworks

Located in Brooklyn, NY

It told the story of the company and featured over 150 pieces from the 1880s to the 1930s, including art glass, cut glass, kerosene and electric lamps, and decorative tableware.

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass

Antique American Victorian Electrified Kerosene Oil Banquet Lamp
Antique American Victorian Electrified Kerosene Oil Banquet Lamp

Antique American Victorian Electrified Kerosene Oil Banquet Lamp

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent American Victorian gilt metal banquet lamp, professionally converted from kerosene oil lamp, now electrified.

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

Angle NY 1890's Double Kerosene Hanging Lamp, Electrified
Angle NY 1890's Double Kerosene Hanging Lamp, Electrified

Angle NY 1890's Double Kerosene Hanging Lamp, Electrified

Located in Peekskill, NY

This style of double kerosene hanging lamp was popular in stores because it cast more light downward, and has been electrified.

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Late 19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Silver and Enamel "Risque" Cigarette Case. Circa 1920
Art Deco Silver and Enamel "Risque" Cigarette Case. Circa 1920

Art Deco Silver and Enamel "Risque" Cigarette Case. Circa 1920

Located in Incline Village, NV

A side table with a kerosene lamp completes the coverlet decor. All four corners are nicely curved to 90 degrees, and the entire perimeter to both sides is nicely rounded to meet whe...

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1920s German Art Deco Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Late 19th Century Angle Lamp Co. Electrified Kerosene 2 Light Hanging Fixture
Late 19th Century Angle Lamp Co. Electrified Kerosene 2 Light Hanging Fixture

Late 19th Century Angle Lamp Co. Electrified Kerosene 2 Light Hanging Fixture

By Anglelamp Co. of N.Y.

Located in Stamford, CT

This is a 1890s double light hanging fixture by Angle Lamp Company. Originally lit by kerosene it has now been electrified.

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Poster L'Eclatante Lampe à Pétrole sans Mèche 1895
French Poster L'Eclatante Lampe à Pétrole sans Mèche 1895

French Poster L'Eclatante Lampe à Pétrole sans Mèche 1895

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

One notable piece is "L’Eclatante," a vibrant poster advertising kerosene lamps. This striking artwork depicts two elegantly dressed women admiring the light from the lamp against a ...

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Paper

Victorian Silver Plated Oil Lamp by Derby Silver Company
Victorian Silver Plated Oil Lamp by Derby Silver Company

Victorian Silver Plated Oil Lamp by Derby Silver Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This piece would have been used as a tabletop oil lamp or cigar lighter, likely refilled with kerosene or lamp oil, and would be a fine addition to a collection of Victorian silverpl...

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Early 20th Century American Rococo Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Large Red Tole Painted Lantern Light Fixture, American 19th Century Circa 1840
Large Red Tole Painted Lantern Light Fixture, American 19th Century Circa 1840

Large Red Tole Painted Lantern Light Fixture, American 19th Century Circa 1840

Located in San Francisco, CA

Recently re-wired, originally most likely was a kerosene or candle lamp made to hang or sit on a table.

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Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Tin

Lidded bronze box by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1920-30s
Lidded bronze box by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1920-30s

Lidded bronze box by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1920-30s

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik

Located in Hägersten, SE

Founded in 1872 by Daniel Arvid Böhlmark, the company initially focused on importing and selling a range of kerosene and oil lamps along with accompanying accessories.

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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp
Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp

Antique Perkins Marine Nautical Ship Kerosene Lamp

By Perkins Marine Lamp

Located in Palm City, FL

PRESENTED is one of the rarest marine lights Perkins Marine Lamp Corporation of Brooklyn, NY made for boats up to 26 feet long. It is only the second example that we have had to offe...

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Early 20th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Figural Kerosene Table Lamp R. Ditmar Wien
Figural Kerosene Table Lamp R. Ditmar Wien

Figural Kerosene Table Lamp R. Ditmar Wien

Located in Brno, CZ

This beautiful processing of a figural kerosene lamp was created in the workshops of the Vienna company R.DITMAR WIEN, which in its time specialized in the production of kerosene lam...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

Kerosene Art Nouveau Table Lamp R. DITMAR WIEN.
Kerosene Art Nouveau Table Lamp R. DITMAR WIEN.

Kerosene Art Nouveau Table Lamp R. DITMAR WIEN.

Located in Brno, CZ

This beautiful processing of a kerosene lamp was created in the workshops of the Vienna company R.DITMAR WIEN, which in its time specialized in the production of kerosene lamps.

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

Timeless and Elegant Green Tole Lamp
Timeless and Elegant Green Tole Lamp

Timeless and Elegant Green Tole Lamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

Turn of the century kerosene lamp converted for electricity.

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19th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Tôle

Oil Lamp Decorated with Children french antiquity
Oil Lamp Decorated with Children french antiquity

Oil Lamp Decorated with Children french antiquity

Located in Boulogne-sur-Mer, FR

Charming kerosene lamp decorated with children on a black background.

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Porcelain Lamp SATURDAY SALE
Antique Porcelain Lamp SATURDAY SALE

Antique Porcelain Lamp SATURDAY SALE

Located in West Palm beach, FL

Antique porcelain kerosene lamp is now electrified. Exotic swan is embellished all over with lavender pink rose blossoms and trailing green leaves.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

"Pair of Porcelain Oil Lamps Decorated with Cupids
"Pair of Porcelain Oil Lamps Decorated with Cupids

"Pair of Porcelain Oil Lamps Decorated with Cupids

Located in Boulogne-sur-Mer, FR

Very nice pair of kerosene lamps, mounted on bronze feet, porcelain reservoirs decorated with cupids and polychrome flowers.

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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Japanese Oil Lamp
Japanese Oil Lamp

Japanese Oil Lamp

Unavailable|$950

Japanese Oil Lamp

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

All original Japanese oil (kerosene) lamp. The cylindrical post (15") is made from bamboo which has developed a beautiful patina with age.

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19th Century Japanese Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Porcelain Lamps, France, Late 19th Century
Pair of Porcelain Lamps, France, Late 19th Century

Pair of Porcelain Lamps, France, Late 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

There are in the style of kerosene lamps. These pieces are made of porcelain and they are decorated with a portrait in a medallion.

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Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Converted Antique Ceramic Oil Table Lamp in Blue, Turquoise and Gold
Converted Antique Ceramic Oil Table Lamp in Blue, Turquoise and Gold

Converted Antique Ceramic Oil Table Lamp in Blue, Turquoise and Gold

Located in AMSTERDAM, NH

An elegant converted oil lamp made of ceramic in beautiful colors. Late 19th century, converted kerosene lamp in blue with modeled details in turquoise and gold.

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Late 19th Century Dutch Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Baroque Style Table Lamp with White Opaline Glass, Denmark, 19th Century
Baroque Style Table Lamp with White Opaline Glass, Denmark, 19th Century

Baroque Style Table Lamp with White Opaline Glass, Denmark, 19th Century

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Baroque style table lamp with white opaline glass. The base is an old kerosene lamp probably from around the 1880s upcycled back in time with electrification.

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Late 19th Century Danish Baroque Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Metal

antique box for the transportation of lanterns and glass chimney
antique box for the transportation of lanterns and glass chimney

antique box for the transportation of lanterns and glass chimney

Located in Brooklyn, NY

a charming box used to transport kerosene lamps with their fragile glass chimneys. probably part of an elaborate set of "luggage". hand forged iron handles.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Cedar

Cranberry Kerosene Table Lamp
Cranberry Kerosene Table Lamp

Cranberry Kerosene Table Lamp

Located in Vancouver, BC

British made brass and hand painted porcelain oil lamp with original period cranberry shade. Measurements: 27"H on an 8"Dia porcelain base. SKU: TL0080

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19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Kerosene Bronze Lamps
Pair of Kerosene Bronze Lamps

Pair of Kerosene Bronze Lamps

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of lamps with bronze vase and cast handles, mounted on black marble base. Pressed, clear glass fluid container. Pink striped original glass shade.

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19th Century French Antique Kerosene Lamps

Handmade Wrought Iron and Horn Light Fixture
Handmade Wrought Iron and Horn Light Fixture

Handmade Wrought Iron and Horn Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional metal work with extremely fine details. Glass kerosene lamp and gorgeous antlers. Truly a one of a kind and unique piece.

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19th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890
Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890

Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890

Located in L'Etang, FR

Has been rewired, with ten lights: nine on fake candlesticks and one on the old kerosene lamp. One of the nine candlesticks has a patch of damage (very discreet difference).

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Late 19th Century English "Bristol" Kerosene Table Lamp
Late 19th Century English "Bristol" Kerosene Table Lamp

Late 19th Century English "Bristol" Kerosene Table Lamp

Located in Vancouver, BC

Glass and brass, converted to electric. Excellent painting on this example, featuring an American crimped 4" shade. Great peach coloring and true Eastlake styling in the etching, a s...

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19th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Antique Turn of Century Ivory Sex Netsuke (Bonerific)
Antique Turn of Century Ivory Sex Netsuke (Bonerific)

Antique Turn of Century Ivory Sex Netsuke (Bonerific)

Located in Brunswick, ME

In 1859, with the discovery of oil in Titusville, Pennsylvania, B&H began producing kerosene burning lamps, which eventually replaced whale oil burning lamps.

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Early 20th Century Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bradley Hubbard B&H Gold/Gilded Bookends Federal Neoclassical Building w/Columns
Bradley Hubbard B&H Gold/Gilded Bookends Federal Neoclassical Building w/Columns

Bradley Hubbard B&H Gold/Gilded Bookends Federal Neoclassical Building w/Columns

Located in Brunswick, ME

In 1859, with the discovery of oil in Titusville, Pennsylvania, B&H began producing kerosene burning lamps, which eventually replaced whale oil burning lamps.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Iron

Fine/Detailed Gilded Antique B&H Cast Polo Players on Horseback Antique Bookends
Fine/Detailed Gilded Antique B&H Cast Polo Players on Horseback Antique Bookends

Fine/Detailed Gilded Antique B&H Cast Polo Players on Horseback Antique Bookends

Located in Brunswick, ME

In 1859, with the discovery of oil in Titusville, Pennsylvania, B&H began producing kerosene burning lamps, which eventually replaced whale oil burning lamps.

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Early 20th Century American Antique Kerosene Lamps

Materials

Iron

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Antique Kerosene Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique kerosene lamps is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique kerosene lamps — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Antique kerosene lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique kerosene lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Victorian, Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts antique kerosene lamps are of considerable interest. Antique kerosene lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Awaji Pottery, Bradley & Hubbard and Theodore Deck are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Kerosene Lamps?

Prices for antique kerosene lamps start at $175 and top out at $6,650 with the average selling for $1,114.

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Questions About Antique Kerosene Lamps
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.