Porcelain Oil Lamp
Antique Mid-19th Century German Victorian Candle Lamps
Porcelain, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Table Lamps
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique Early 19th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique Early 1900s French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Glass
Ceramic, Glass
Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Antiquities
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Ormolu
Vintage 1920s French Table Lamps
Bronze
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Porcelain
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Unknown Porcelain
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Napoleon III Porcelain
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century American Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 1850s Danish High Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain, Parchment Paper
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Table Lamps
Porcelain
20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Empire Porcelain
Crystal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Ormolu
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps
Crystal, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Bronze
20th Century European Other Paintings
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Candle Lamps
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Lanterns
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Vases
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Early Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Brass
Antique 19th Century Victorian Glass
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Porcelain
Vintage 1950s North American Nautical Objects
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Late Victorian Ceramics
Ormolu
20th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Early 20th Century French Table Lamps
Porcelain
French Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps
Porcelain
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Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
- What is a whale oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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, 2022The 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 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 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.
- 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.
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