A lamp such as this might have lit homes at the dawn of the Christian era. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illumninated the path of  More »

A lamp such as this might have lit homes at the dawn of the Christian era. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illumninated the path of civilization for centuries. They have guided great thoughts through the night, stood vigil with lonely passions. In the presence of this simple object, we are in touch directly with a vanished world, with the people once warmed by its glow. Today it remains as an enduring symbol of man's desire to conquer the darkness. - (L.1700)   « Less

Ceramic mould in two halves, both still retaining the impression of the actual lamp which would have been made in terra sigillata and possibly manufactured in Northern  More »

Ceramic mould in two halves, both still retaining the impression of the actual lamp which would have been made in terra sigillata and possibly manufactured in Northern Africa, where similar examples have been unearthed. This oil lamp would have lit homes during the early flourishing of Christianity. The centre of the lamp is decorated with the Labarum, an overlapping X and P representing the Greek initials of Jesus Christ. This is one of the earliest symbols for Christ and is found in Catacombs, early signet rings, and ordinary objects such as this lamp. Interestingly enough, the design impressed on this very mould is very much alike the one stamped on one of our terra sigillata lamp (LO753), suggesting that they both could have come from the same centre of manufacture in Northern Africa and after many centuries of separation, reunited for our marvel. For a comparable example see: D. Buckton, Byzantium, 1994: no.47, p.60. - (LO.721)   « Less

Piriform lamp, the noozle bearing a single candlestick motif, which is sometimes referred as a palm branch or a Menorah design. The handle is marked by a small dot and the  More »

Piriform lamp, the noozle bearing a single candlestick motif, which is sometimes referred as a palm branch or a Menorah design. The handle is marked by a small dot and the lamp has a ring base. This type of Byzantine lamp is often associated with Jerusalem and Judea, although it has also been found in other parts of Israel. A lamp such as this might have lit homes in the Holy Land during the early flowering of Byzantium. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illuminated the path of civilization for centuries. They have shed light on mundane and extraordinary events alike, guiding great thoughts through the night, and standing vigil with lonely passions. In the presence of this simple object, we are in touch directly with a vanished world, with the rooms and shrines once warmed by its glow, with the people who drew comfort from its light. Today it remains as an enduring symbol of man's desire to conquer the darkness. - (LO.1166)   « Less

Small candlestick lamp with rim around the wick hole, a linear band around the shoulders, a ring base and a loop handle at the back. This type of Byzantine lamp is often  More »

Small candlestick lamp with rim around the wick hole, a linear band around the shoulders, a ring base and a loop handle at the back. This type of Byzantine lamp is often associated with Jerusalem and Judea, although it has also been found in other parts of Israel. A lamp such as this might have lit homes in the Holy Land during the early flowering of Byzantium. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illuminated the path of civilization for centuries. They have shed light on mundane and extraordinary events alike, guiding great thoughts through the night, and standing vigil with lonely passions. In the presence of this simple object, we are in touch directly with a vanished world, with the rooms and shrines once warmed by its glow, with the people who drew comfort from its light. Today it remains as an enduring symbol of man's desire to conquer the darkness. - (LO.1167)   « Less

This ancient lamp might have burned in the Holy Land at the height of the Byzantine Empire. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have  More »

This ancient lamp might have burned in the Holy Land at the height of the Byzantine Empire. A metaphor for joy and prosperity, for hope, for life itself, lamps have illuminated the path of civilization for centuries. They have shed light on mundane and extraordinary events alike, guiding great thoughts through the night, and standing vigil with lonely passions. In the presence of this simple object, we are in touch directly with a vanished world, with the rooms and shrines once warmed by its glow, with the people who drew comfort from its light. Today it remains as an enduring symbol of man's desire to conquer the darkness - (SP.051)   « Less

A 19th C. American Renaissance Revival oil lamp (w/reservoir intact), solid gilt bronze with caryatids and acanthus leaf decoration, on pierced, round base, recently  More »

A 19th C. American Renaissance Revival oil lamp (w/reservoir intact), solid gilt bronze with caryatids and acanthus leaf decoration, on pierced, round base, recently fabricated and electrified as a 3-light lamp. Probably New York Measures 40 (adjustable) inches high x 10 inches deep   « Less

Pair of American pattern glass oil lamps with rare candlestick base c1830 to 1860. Each lamp measures 8 and one quarter inches high and has a 4 and one quarter inch base.

Pair of American pattern glass oil lamps with rare candlestick base c1830 to 1860. Each lamp measures 8 and one quarter inches high and has a 4 and one quarter inch base.   « Less

Antique Victorian hanging etched glass gas light fixture c1880. Measures 28 inches high with a 10 by 8 inches hand blown shade. Never electrified.

Antique Victorian hanging etched glass gas light fixture c1880. Measures 28 inches high with a 10 by 8 inches hand blown shade. Never electrified.   « Less

America pressed glass saw tooth kerosene lamp with brass and marble base 1860. This antique kerosene lamp measures 11 inches high with a four inch square marble base.  More »

America pressed glass saw tooth kerosene lamp with brass and marble base 1860. This antique kerosene lamp measures 11 inches high with a four inch square marble base. Excellent original condition.   « Less

A Gorgeous Rare Antique Sabbath Oil Lamp A gorgeous rare late 18C / early 19C German/Dutch Sabbath oil lamp Dimensions: Total Length=50" (127 cm) Base D: 8"(21 cm) Weight:  More »

A Gorgeous Rare Antique Sabbath Oil Lamp A gorgeous rare late 18C / early 19C German/Dutch Sabbath oil lamp Dimensions: Total Length=50" (127 cm) Base D: 8"(21 cm) Weight: about 3 Kg ID: cand001   « Less