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Antique Italian Chandelier, Electrified Old Oil Lamp, Murano Glass & Bronze
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Antique Italian Art Nouveau chandelier, electrified and made from an oil lamp, in lattimo Murano
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century Faience Table Lamp, Converted From Oil-Burning Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
This 19th century faience table lamp is converted from an old oil lamp.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Rococo Table Lamps

Materials

Faience

Electrified Bronze and Double Cased Green Glass Lampshade Original Oil Lamp
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A wonderful antique bronze table or desk lamp that was originally an old oil lamp having double
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Vintage 1920s American Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Handsome Zinc and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Masculine zinc and lamp with accents of brass inspired to look like an old oil lamp. Base is 8" x
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Zinc

Brass Electrified Table Lamp b
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
an old oil lamp with an oil reservoir with glass chimney and brass shade The lamp is a beautiful and
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Vintage 1960s French Provincial Table Lamps

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Brass

Brass Electrified Table Lamp   b
Brass Electrified Table Lamp   b
H 24 in W 11 in D 6 in
Important Bronze Oil Lamp - XIXth Century - Napoleon III
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Important old oil lamp in bronze of quality, nicely carved and gilded. Its foot is of circular form
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Antique 19th Century European Napoleon III Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Late 19th Century Miller “The Boudoir” Oil Lamp
By Miller Lamp Company
Located in Canton, MA
Brass oil lamp with adjustable arm. Shade ring is attached to the arm. Made in the US around 1880
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain Table Lamps Oil Lamps Franc 1880s
Located in BAAMBRUGGE, NL
Beautiful Antique Old Paris Porcelain Oil Lamps ca 1880s Beautiful antique Old Paris porcelain
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Antique 1880s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Lagoas Table Lamp, Oil-Rubbed Old Gold by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
perspective and sense of distance. Finishes: Oil-rubbed "old gold" finish Rayon/nylon covered electric cord
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Antique Style of Kosmos Brenner Oil Ships Lamp Converted to Electric, 1930s
By Kosmos Brenner
Located in Verviers, BE
ceiling hanging lamp Old oil lamp ship lamp Kosmos Brenner As service: We can adjust the lamp Height for
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Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Bronze Oil Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Bronze candle. XIX century. The circular foot is raised by the edges to catch any oil that may
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Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Oil Lamp, 19th Century
Bronze Oil Lamp, 19th Century
H 35.04 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
1950's Old Florida Nautical Ship Lantern Lamp w/ Original Sintzenich Lampshade
Located in New York, NY
Old brass nautical ship oil lantern lamp with blue-green glass lens. There are two switches on lamp
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bradley & Hubbard Victorian Style Oil Lamp with Hand Painted Hurricane Glass
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Bradley & Hubbard oil lamp from 1885-1894, B&H engraved on the base. The lamp is made of
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair Antique Belle Époque French Vieux Paris Blue Porcelain Converted Oil Lamps
Located in New Orleans, LA
Oil Lamps (Now Converted and Electrified), Circa 1900's.
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Early 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Oil Lamps Opaline Glass Hand Painted Bronze Finishing
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps, the mechanism with the wick has been modified in order to electrify them and make them
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Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

French Boudoir Electric Amber Glass Shade and Brass Base Oil Lamps- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Boudoir Style Electric Amber Glass Shade with a Brass Base Oil Lamps - Pair
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Antique American Oil Lamp With Hand Painted Font and Brass Filigree Base
Located in New Orleans, LA
An American Victorian oil lamp having an outstanding hand painted floral font, cast brass filigree
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Antique 1860s American Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Black Opaline Glass Oil Lamps with Lampshade and Brass Decoration France
Located in Prato, Tuscany
were oil lamps (the upper part was the container of the liquid), over time the mechanism with the wick
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
. Characterized by a rich chiseled decoration. This lamp is inspired by the antique and famous Florentine oil
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Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
Vintage Italian Brass Floor Lamp
H 59.06 in Dm 20.08 in
Artemide Tolomeo Lantern Outdoor Floor Lamp
By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing CAP fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Lantern Outdoor Floor Lamp
Artemide Tolomeo Lantern Outdoor Floor Lamp
H 86.03 in W 5.75 in D 26.19 in
Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass
Located in Tilburg, NL
Antique Neoclassical Column Table Lamp in Patinated Brass. Converted from an antique oil lamp
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870 The bronze lamp is originally an oil lamp from the
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
Dutch antique bronze floor lamp, circa 1870
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Industrial Floor Lamp from Tilley, Wooden Tripod Base
Located in Wrocław, Poland
- Model BT 25A. Crafted with attention to detail, the wooden base (made of old camera tripod) has been
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20th Century European Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Ceramic & Glass Table Lamp, Opp Jihlava, 1950s
By OPP Jihlava
Located in Zohor, SK
is in white opaline glass with gold ornaments. The design of the lamp is to make it look like an old
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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Gold

Two Antique Cloisonné Enamel and Gilt Bronze Lamps
Located in London, GB
spring from old oil burners, with pierced collars and wick raiser knobs. These surmount decorative gilt
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Bronze, Ormolu

Bradley & Hubbard Kerosine Lamp with Hand Painted Hurricane Glass, Electrified
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Antique Bradley & Hubbard oil kerosene lamp from 1885-1894, Model "Perfection", B&H engraved on the
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Brass

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser
By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing CAP fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with White Diffuser
By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing CAP fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Tora Ceramic Pendant Lamp, by Paolo Cappello
By Paolo Cappello, Miniforms
Located in Brooklyn, NY
old oil lamps. Designed to be used individually as well as in clusters, in both residential and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Sylvestrina Table Lamp by Enric Soria and Jordi Garcés for Santa & Cole
By Santa & Cole
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A next-generation oil lamp. “It was named after an old fisherman from El Port de la Selva called
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Original Vintage A. Brandt Ranch Oak Wagon Wheel Western-Cowboy Table Lamp
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage American cowboy, western style wagon wheel table lamp. These lamps were once all the rage
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Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp with leather and brass by Harald Notini, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s
By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini
Located in Hägersten, SE
company initially focused on importing and selling a range of kerosene and oil lamps along with
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chic French Gourd-Shaped Glazed Ceramic Lamp by Accolay Pottery, France
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French Gourd-shaped glazed ceramic lamp by Accolay Pottery, France. New custom cream European
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Vintage 1960s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp in Black by De Lucchi, Fassina
By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing cap fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp in White by De Lucchi, Fassina
By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing cap fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Oak and Plexiglass Tripod Floor Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This fabulous shaped and rare floor lamp was designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus in the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plexiglass, Oak

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp in Dove Grey by De Lucchi, Fassina
By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina
Located in Hicksville, NY
diffusing cap fitted inside a transparent IP65 plastic unit that recalls old lampposts, in use when light
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

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

South Asian Brass Oil Lamp
South Asian Brass Oil Lamp
H 10 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Pair of Satsuma Ceramic Vases Mounted on French Bronze, Period: Meiji, 19th
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
from the end of the 19th century (Old oil lamp). Period : Meiji - 19th century Dimensions : Height
Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Vases

Materials

Bronze

Gustave de Smet 'Still Life with Oil Lamp and Fruit' Oil on Board 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Gustave de Smet 'Still Life with Oil Lamp and Fruit' Oil on Board, Belgium, 1930s. Gustave
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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Paintings

Materials

Paint

"Thookkuvilakku" Bronze Hanging Oil Lamp Kerala, South India, circa 1800
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A "Thookkuvilakku" bronze hanging oil lamp Kerala, South India, circa 1800, done in a shallow dish
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Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Asian Art, Objects a...

Materials

Bronze

Hanging Mughal Deccani Bronze Oil Lamp in the Shape of a Bird India
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique hanging cast bronze oil lamp in the shape of a beautiful mythical bird peacock figure with
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Agra Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Vintage 1950s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Oil Lamp Model L-47 Vintage Brass Amber Glass
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hyattsville, MD
rare kerosene or oil table lamp, model L-47 designed and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson in Markaryd
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Brass

Chinese Old Pair Symbolic Longevity Effigy Lighting Lanterns
Located in South Burlington, VT
and usually had compartments for an oil lamp or candle. Later on, they became more secular in nature
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Lanterns

Materials

Iron

Japan Large Old 18 Inch Bronze Lantern with Fine Details
Located in South Burlington, VT
oil lamp or candle. Later on, they became more secular in nature, and their use evolved as functional
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Garden Ornaments

Materials

Bronze

Lagoas Accent Side Round Table "Old Gold" Finish 'Small' by Filipe Ramos
By Filipe Ramos
Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo
, so it comes in three sizes. Special finish: Oil rubbed and burnt to achieve an exclusive "old gold
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2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Steel

English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
English bulldog perfume lamp. A porcelain perfume light in the shape of an English Bulldog. He
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
English Bulldog Perfume Lamp
H 5.12 in W 4.53 in D 4.14 in
Porcelain Eagle Perfume Lamp, 1930s, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Porcelain eagle perfume light circa 1930s. A great looking perfume lamp in the shape of an eagle
Category

Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
lamps will have less detail than their older counterparts, and will be one to two percent smaller in
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Antique Mid-17th Century Polish Religious Items

Materials

Brass

18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
Located in New York, NY
a row of eight oil fonts. Scholars theorize that these Polish Chanukah Lamps that bear two servant
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Antique Mid-18th Century Polish Religious Items

Materials

Brass

18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
18th Century Polish Brass Hanukkah Lamp
H 8.27 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in
HU01O Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU01O Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 46 x W 46 x H 68 cm. Material: Walnut
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

HU01M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU01M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 55 cm. Material: Walnut
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

HU01B Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU01B Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 47 x W 47 x H 63 cm. Material: Walnut
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

HU01T Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU01T Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 57 x W 57 x H 50 cm. Material: Walnut & bamboo
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

PP02B Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
PP02B Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 42 x W 42 x H 52 cm. Material: Walnut & bamboo
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

HU02M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU02M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 55 cm. Material: Walnut
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

PP02B Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
PP02B Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 47 x W 47 x H 63 cm. Material: Walnut
Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

PP02M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
PP02M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 55 cm. Material: Walnut
Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

HU01O Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
HU01O Pendant Lamp L by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 49 x W 49 x H 35 cm. Material: Walnut & bamboo
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

PU01M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern
Located in Geneve, CH
PU01M Pendant Lamp XL by Taiwan Lantern Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 55 cm. Material: Walnut
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2010s Dutch Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Old Oil Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of old oil lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, aluminum and ceramic, all old oil lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 44 antique and vintage old oil lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 24 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of old oil lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of old oil lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, modern, Victorian and mid-century modern old oil lamps are of considerable interest. Many old oil lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina and Giancarlo Fassina produced popular old oil lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Old Oil Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,415, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $11,965 highest priced.
Questions About Old Oil Lamps
  • 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
    The value of an oil painting depends on the quality and artist. Work with an appraiser to determine the value. 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. Browse a selection of expertly vetted authentic vintage oil paintings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell how old a glass lamp is, first look for markings that can help identify the name of the manufacturer. Many makers placed markings or labels on the bulb’s housing or the bases of the lamps they produced. By using trusted online resources, you can determine when the maker was active and estimate the age of the fixture. Certified appraisers can also be of assistance when trying to date lamps. Shop a range of glass lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A lamp cord is a pretty good indicator as to how old the lamp is. If the cord looks old, it most likely is. Also, the plug itself will have prongs that are the same size, compared with modern plugs that have one side larger than the other side. Shop a collection of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What you call an old-fashioned lamp depends on its design. Lamps with glass shades and hollow bases that get filled with oil are kerosene, oil or paraffin lamps. An oil lamp with two reservoirs is a cruise lamp, while one with a swinging arm is a student lamp. Shop a variety of antique, vintage and modern lamps 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 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
    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 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.