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Sterling Oil Lamp

Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter German, Late 19th Century
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Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
Art Nouveau German Sterling Fantasy Fish Motif Oil Lamp/Cigar Lighter
$1,020 Sale Price
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H 4 in W 3.5 in D 2 in
French Neoclassical Silver Oil Lamp
Located in New York, NY
French Neoclassical Silver Oil Lamp. Antique French sterling silver oil lamp of neoclassical form
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Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

French Neoclassical Silver Oil Lamp
French Neoclassical Silver Oil Lamp
$795
H 4 in W 2.5 in D 4.25 in
Splendid Elkington & Co. Roman Foot Sterling silver oil lamp, England 1840s
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Elkington & Co. Roman Foot Sterling silver oil lamp, England 1840s
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Antique 1840s English High Victorian Table Lamps

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Antique Silver Oil Lamps by Vincenzo Belli II
Located in North Miami, FL
A pair of early 19th century (1828 – 1859) Italian Antique silver oil lamps (Lucerne) by Vincenzo
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

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Silver, Sterling Silver

An Italian Bronze and Silver Oil Lamp, Rome circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
A rare and theatrically conceived Italian bronze and silver oil lamp, crafted in Rome circa 1800
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Antique 19th Century Italian Sterling Silver

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Marble, Silver, Bronze

19th Century Italian Silver Oil Lamp Depicting Mercury After Giambologna
Located in New York, NY
Rare and exceptional 19th century silver oil lamp supported by the figure of Mercury after the
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Antique 1850s Italian Neoclassical Sterling Silver

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Marble, Silver

Pair Danish Silver 2-Light Candelabra/ Oil Lamps Jensen Mid-Century Modern Style
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Danish silver 2-light candelabra or oil lamps in Georg Jensen, Mid-Century Modern style
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

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Silver

Fine Antique 19C Tibetan Sterling Silver Repousse Ritual Yak Butter Oil Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Fine antique 19th century Tibetan .925 sterling silver "Yak" ritual butter oil lamp. Wonderful
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Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Antiquities

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Silver, Sterling Silver

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Antique Silver Oil Lamp Alessandro Maldura
By Alessandro Maldura
Located in Bologna, IT
antique oil lamp
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Candleholders and Candelabra

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Sterling Silver

Early Georg Jensen Oil Lamp in Sterling Silver, Dated 1933-1944
Located in København, Copenhagen
Early Georg Jensen oil lamp in sterling silver. Lid and stem with foliage. Edged base with pearls
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Oil Lamp with Original Green Glass Shade
Located in Lincoln, GB
Victorian Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Oil Lamp with Original Green Glass Shade Elevate your
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Antique 19th Century British Table Lamps

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Sterling Silver

Pair of Victorian Sterling Silver Oil Lamps Storm Lantern Chamber Sticks 1892
By Hukin & Heath
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of Antique Victorian solid Silver Oil Lamps with silver bases and clear glass
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Candle Lamps

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Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. 1893 Art Nouveau Desk Oil Lamp In Sterling Silver With Roman Coin
By Tiffany & Co., Charles L. Tiffany
Located in Miami, FL
Desk oil lamp designed by Charles L. Tiffany for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful desk oil lamp or cigar
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Antique 1890s North American Art Nouveau Desk Sets

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Tiffany & Co Sterling Cigar Lighter Oil Lamp
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Water Mill, NY
Two Piece Early 20thc Sterling Oil Lamp and Stand Cigar Ligher with a Curved Handle and Wick Cover
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Early 20th Century American Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Unusual Sterling Silver Midcentury Oil Lamp, Shaped Menorah
Located in New York, NY
Unusual, sterling silver, midcentury, oil lamp - shaped menorah, Mexico, circa 1950s-1960s
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sterling Silver Aladdin's Lamp-Style Table Oil Lamp or Lighter
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian, sterling silver, Aladdin's lamp-style table oil lamp or lighter, American, circa 1920s
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Vintage 1910s American Edwardian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Rare, Unusual, Edwardian, Sterling Silver Aladdin's Lamp, Form Table Lighter
By George Nathan & Ridley Hayes
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual, Edwardian, sterling silver, Aladdin's oil lamp - form table lighter, Chester
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gorham mixed metals oil lamp copper sterling bronze
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grat oil lamp by the well known Gorham Co. Mixed metals and great patina.
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Antique 19th Century American Tea Sets

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Bronze, Copper, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Oil Lamp No. 12
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver oil lamp no. 12. From 1915-1930. Measures: 9 cm H (3 35/64"). 13.5 cm
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Mogens Ballin 826 Silver Oil "Genie" Lamp
By Mogens Ballin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mogens Ballin 826 silver oil "Genie" lamp. This genie lamp has wonderful, stylized details and
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Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Sterling Silver

Mogens Ballin 826 Silver Oil "Genie" Lamp
Mogens Ballin 826 Silver Oil "Genie" Lamp
H 5.25 in W 7.13 in D 2.75 in
Cocobola-Brazil Wood Oil Lamp by Rudolph Mafko
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cocobola-Brazil Wood Oil Lamp Inlaid with Sterling Silver and Malacite Gem
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20th Century American More Lighting

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Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Oil Lamp and Tray No. 12
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen sterling silver oil lamp and tray No. 12. The oil lamp has wonderful, stylized
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Vintage 1920s Danish Sterling Silver

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Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for Eight Service Dinner Size
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 54 pieces. This set includes: Eight dinner size knives, 9 1/2". Eight dinner size forks, 8". Eight salad forks, 6 1/...
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Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Gilt and Blue Painted Venetian Style Mirror
Located in New York, NY
Gilt and blue painted Venetian style Mirror. Aedicule-form tripartite mirror in gilt carved wood and gesso. Resembling the roofline of San Marco in Venice this sculptural wall art mi...
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20th Century European Wall Mirrors

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Mirror

Antique Art Nouveau 8-Lobed Glass Perfume Bottle with Silver Overlay c.1895
Located in Louisville, KY
This stunningly designed Art Nouveau piece is nothing short of spectacular and is comprised of sterling silver overlay that wraps a hand blown 8-lobed glass bottle, used for perfumes...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Bottles

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Sterling Silver

1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970s Lucite chrome ashtray and lighter desk set. Lighter measurements: Width 3.75", depth 2.5, height 4.25".
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

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Chrome

1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set
1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set
$550 / set
H 2 in W 5 in D 5 in
Jacob Ängman for GAB, Pair of Candle Holders, Solid Bronze Swedish Grace
By GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of bronze candle holder in solid bronze with decor of lion paws. Designed by Jacob Ängman (1876-1942) for GAB / Guldaktiebolaget, Sweden 1920/30s / Swedish Grace. In good ...
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Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks

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Bronze

Incredible English Mahogany Seven-Pedestal Dining Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Measuring over 30 feet in length, this tremendous and highly versatile English dining table is the greatest. It has the ability to transform to a multitude of sizes to fit any occasi...
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Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large and wonderfully vibrant antique English stained glass church window, circa 1880. Beautifully handpainted with an array of vibrant colours, pattern, flowers and foliage, this ...
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Antique Late 19th Century English Windows

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Lead

Antique English Stained Glass Church Window
Antique English Stained Glass Church Window
$6,147
H 41.74 in W 18.12 in D 0.4 in
Tiffany Studios Patinated Bronze Standing Ash Receiver
By Tiffany Studios
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tiffany Studios patinated bronze standing ash receiver  Marked Tiffany Studios, 1640. The columnar stem with circular spreading foot, beneath a deep dish with cigar and a match box...
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Early 20th Century Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Magnificent Life-Size Marble Sculpture from Italy 200 CM PAIR OF CARIATIDES
Located in Madrid, ES
Add a touch of classical elegance to your collection with this magnificent life-size marble sculpture, masterfully crafted from the finest Italian marble. This exceptional piece, met...
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Late 20th Century Statues

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Marble

Art Deco Bronze Vase by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s
By Just Andersen, GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sune Bäckström
Located in Malmö, SE
A beautiful bronze vase with amazing patina. Art Deco / Swedish Grace. Made by GAB Guldsmedsaktiebolaget, Sweden, 1930s. Great condition, with a few light scratches. Stamped 'BRO...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vases

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Bronze

Loetz For Boudon And Klur Ruby Papillon Glass And Gilt Metal Mounted Vase
By Loetz Glass
Located in Dallas, TX
Loetz For Boudon And Klur Gilt Metal Monted Glass Vase. A highly sought after vase culminating the zenith of Loetz and the Art Nouveau design. Czech Republic Circa 1900 Rubin Ruby P...
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Vases

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Metal

Jar Cookies Musical Biscuiter Music Box French Vintage Candy Dish Biscuit Bowl
Located in Bastogne, BE
Vintage musical cookie jar sugar bowl, bonbonniere, candy bowl, biscuit maker "Leaves", glass, brass, Art Nouveau, France, 1970s. The bonbonniere or biscuit jar is very elegant and ...
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Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Brass

1940's French Sculptural Frame Cherry-wood Settee
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1940's sculptural frame French cherry-wood settee with Italian velvet upholstery, fully restored and re-upholstered in Italian velvet upholstery, with minor wear and patina d...
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Settees

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Velvet, Cherry

1940's French Sculptural Frame Cherry-wood Settee
1940's French Sculptural Frame Cherry-wood Settee
$5,800
H 32.5 in W 49 in D 26.5 in
Gallé Cameo Elephant Vase
By Émile Gallé
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cameo Glass Elephant Vase Émile Gallé Circa 1925 This monumental Art Nouveau vase is one of the finest achievements of Émile Gallé’s iconic glassmaking firm. Showcasing Gallé’s mast...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Vases

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Glass

Gallé Cameo Elephant Vase
Gallé Cameo Elephant Vase
$98,500
H 15.25 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in
Art Nouveau Perfume Bottle with Ornate Sterling Overlay c. 1890's
Located in Louisville, KY
This beautiful piece of functional art is a gorgeous reflection of the Art Nouveau era from which it came. Used primarily as a perfume bottle, this stunning work of art was created b...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Bottles

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Sterling Silver

Minton Mazarine Extensive Pristine Dinner Service Cobalt Blue & Gold 232 Pcs
By Minton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
It's always time to entertain! This is one of the most elegant and versatile patterns imaginable in a Classic and rare Minton cobalt blue pattern with raised paste gold on a white gr...
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Vintage 1980s English Neoclassical Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Sterling Oil Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sterling oil lamp available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every sterling oil lamp was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the sterling oil lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A sterling oil lamp made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sterling oil lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Georg Jensen, Hans Hansen and Hukin and Heath produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sterling Oil Lamp?

The average selling price for a sterling oil lamp at 1stDibs is $1,830, while they’re typically $795 on the low end and $49,000 for the highest priced.
Questions About Sterling 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
    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 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
    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.