Superb Quality Authentic Antique, Medieval Islamic, cast bronze oil lamp,. Khorasan Seljuk/Seljuq Turks, Period 12th. Century A.D. (6th century AH  More »

Superb Quality Authentic Antique, Medieval Islamic, cast bronze oil lamp,. Khorasan Seljuk/Seljuq Turks, Period 12th. Century A.D. (6th century AH “Hijri”). The body, of pear shape, on a spreading round stepped pedestal, decorated on the center with finely hand chased medallions depicting a winged mythical beast, "harpy", with a crowned woman's head and bird's body; the face with fine features; the body rounded with peltoid tail . The medallion is flanked on one side with chased figure of mythical animal with, cast in relief, a protruding lion head and long massive fury tail. The other side decorated with oval panel of reserved arabesque decoration. The handle formed as a loop with integral bird perched above; the discus with keyhole-shaped void, surrounded by panels with text in calligraphic Arabic Kufic script, hinged lid, engraved with a band of scrolling vine and surmounted by finial. The foot of the pedestal ornamented with a band of finely chased calligraphic Arabic Kufic script. CONDITION: in very good condition, considering its age of more than 800 years, with no restorations or repairs, showing the age and usage with beautiful patina. MEASUREMENTS: Overall length: 16.3 cm (6 3/8 in). Height of lamp, including bird finial on the handle: 17 cm (6.69291 in). This is one of the best examples of this type of Seljuk bonze lamp which can be found, including Museums' collections. To see similar lamps to this, in the most important world museums,please see the links below: https://www.flickr.com/photos/lseco/9078082294/ http://www.metmuseum.org/collection/the-collection-online/search/451183 http://islamic-arts.org/2011/smithsonian-metalwork-collection/ The Seljuqs, a Turkic dynasty of Central Asian nomadic origins, became the new rulers of the eastern Islamic lands following their defeat of the powerful Ghaznavids at the Battle of Dandanakan (1040). By 1055, the Seljuqs had reached and taken over Baghdad, which put an end to Buyid rule, and established themselves as the new protectors of the Abbasid caliphate and Sunni Islam. Within fifty years, the Seljuqs created a vast though relatively short-lived empire, encompassing all of Iran, Iraq, and much of Anatolia. By the close of the eleventh century, as the Seljuq realm became troubled due to internal conflicts and the division of the realm among heirs, the empire dissolved into separate territories governed by different branches of the dynasty. The main branch of the Seljuq house, the so-called Great Seljuqs, maintained control over Iran. Under the Seljuq sultanate, Iran enjoyed a period of material and cultural prosperity, and the ingenuity in architecture and the arts during this period had a notable impact on later artistic developments. ALL ITEMS ARE GUARANTEED TO BE AUTHENTIC ANTIQUES AND NOT REPRODUCTIONS ALL OUR ARTIFACTS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY WE SHIP INTERNATIONALLY   « Less

This is a gorgeous signed bronze oil lamp, by Ernest Rancoulet, from around 1900. He was well known in France, presenting in several salon shows in and around Paris in the  More »

This is a gorgeous signed bronze oil lamp, by Ernest Rancoulet, from around 1900. He was well known in France, presenting in several salon shows in and around Paris in the late 1800's to early 1900's. He was particularly well known for his Art Nouveau figural works, with detailed attention to facial features and expressions. This is one of those beauties. "La Jeunesse", French for the youth, is 21" from the marble base to the top of her up stretched arm. In her hand is the original green etched glass and brass oil lamp with original wick. The clear glass flume is new. Upon close examination, you can see there are no cracks, welds, or crazing, rare in an item both old and fragile. The overall height, including lamp and flume is 35". This item will be professionally packaged for transport, with insurance appropriate to selling price. This is included in the sale price. Please contact me with any questions. Thank you and enjoy...   « Less

4 true antique items avail.

4 true antique items avail.   « Less

FITCHBURG RR LANTERN This is a 19th century (probably 3rd quarter) RR Lantern for the Fitchburg, Massachusetts line that was in operation from the 1840’s to 1900 when  More »

FITCHBURG RR LANTERN This is a 19th century (probably 3rd quarter) RR Lantern for the Fitchburg, Massachusetts line that was in operation from the 1840’s to 1900 when it became part of the Boston and Maine. It was made by C.T.HAM and has a glass font as seen in our pictures. The heavy glass globe is embossed in relief FRR. The globe has a chip on the base but, cannot be seen when in the lamp and because it’s so thick it will not get any worse. We believe the chip has been there for many decades. The wick turns freely and is in overall good condition. The dome top is brass. The overall height is 12” THIS IS A GREAT PIECE OF RR HISTORY AND IS QUITE RARE. FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION   « Less

One clear .One green two red

One clear .One green two red   « Less

Antique clay oil lamp. Roman Empire around 200 - 300 AD rare! Algeria. Comes from Caesarea Mauretaniae. Private collection. Absolut great condition, what you can see in the  More »

Antique clay oil lamp. Roman Empire around 200 - 300 AD rare! Algeria. Comes from Caesarea Mauretaniae. Private collection. Absolut great condition, what you can see in the photos.   « Less

Rare and exceptional Weller Pottery 1st Line Dickens Ware oil lamp decorated by Charles John Dibowski with a family of birds in the grass. Superior color and artwork on a  More »

Rare and exceptional Weller Pottery 1st Line Dickens Ware oil lamp decorated by Charles John Dibowski with a family of birds in the grass. Superior color and artwork on a deep blue ground. Pottery is in MINT CONDITION. No chips, cracks, damage or repair of any kind. Lamp hardware shows some wear. Hardware marked Stern Bros. New York. Bottom faintly marked WELLER with most of the mark covered in glaze. Artist signed with full signature on the body. Lamp base is 9 1/2" tall and 10" wide. INVESTMENT QUALITY!   « Less

An outstanding B&H Banquet oil lamp complete with original shade. The shade is obverse painted with a bouquet of highly detailed chrysanthemums and leaves on both front  More »

An outstanding B&H Banquet oil lamp complete with original shade. The shade is obverse painted with a bouquet of highly detailed chrysanthemums and leaves on both front and back. The shade has no chips or cracks. The lamp base is brass that has been recently received professional polishing to the brass and is very beautiful and large at 12" wide. The bottom plate is cast metal for it's strength of course and it is signed underneath B&H as is the flame spreader and oil fill cap. Lamp is 22" high to the top of the shade, which is 10" wide. A truly breathtaking lamp in perfect working order.   « Less

Aladdin white quilt moonstone oil lamp in fine condition with no damage and original model B burner. Comes complete with Aladdin Chimney and new wick.

Aladdin white quilt moonstone oil lamp in fine condition with no damage and original model B burner. Comes complete with Aladdin Chimney and new wick.   « Less

Exceptional Pair of Antique Aladdin Wedgwood Oil Lamps, mounted on black wooden bases, the shades are hand painted on parchment and the lamps are newly rewired. H:24"  More »

Exceptional Pair of Antique Aladdin Wedgwood Oil Lamps, mounted on black wooden bases, the shades are hand painted on parchment and the lamps are newly rewired. H:24" Diameter of shade: 14.5" Historically speaking Josiah Wedgwood (1730-1795) was the 12th child of potter Thomas Wedgwood, and his grandfather and great-grandfather had been potters, too. In his early 20's Joseph formed a partnership with the preeminent English potter of the day, Thomas Whieldon. Under Whieldon's eye, Wedgwood practiced with glazing, bodies, shapes, and colours. In 1759 his dreams came true when two relatives leased him the Ivy House in Burslem to allow him to start his own pottery business. One of the greatest boosts to the business in those early years was an advantageous marriage to a distant cousin, Sarah Wedgwood, who brought a large dowry into the marriage. The course of Josiah life changed and in 1766 he bought Etruria, in Staffordshire, as a base for his factory and a magnificent new house. Wedgwood was a constant innovator, a thinker, and a scientist. In 1782 he perfected a tool for measuring heat in kilns. On the basis of his work Wedgwood was elected to the Royal Society in 1783. Prior to that his innovation of Wedgwood introduced into the pottery field was the development of Queen's Ware, a cream-coloured, lead-glazed earthenware. This was durable china formed with a mixture of flint and white clay. In 1765 Wedgwood provided a tea service in this new material for Queen Charlotte, wife of George III. She was so pleased with it that she gave Wedgwood permission to call it Queen's Ware, and to style himself, "Potter to Her Majesty". Queen's Ware became an enormous success spread the name of Wedgwood across all of Europe.As we show here in pristine condition the pair of Urns are well detailed and unique in style. In 1768 Wedgwood developed a fine black porcelain called Black Basalt. With this fine-grained stoneware he was able to produce copies of the newly excavated Etruscan pottery from Italy. The new innovation proved another huge commercial success. The surface was lustrous and smooth, with a purple-black sheen. Wedgwood's factory could scarcely keep up with the demand for candlesticks, medallions, tableware, and vases in the material. The third major innovation for which Wedgwood is remembered was Jasper Ware, which has been described as the most important invention in the history of ceramics since the discovery of porcelain. It took Wedgwood years of experimentation to perfect his design for this unglazed stoneware with the uncanny ability to be both durable and delicate, and to take colours so evenly throughout its surface. Jasper can be almost any colour, although the most famous examples are are pale or dark blue and white. Jasper Ware has been in production for over 200 years, and in that time the methods of production have changed hardly at all. It seems Joseph Wedgwood got it right the first time in his production of Wedgwood. Located in the heart of Summerland, California, Lifestyle Antiques & Interiors offers the finest high-end Antiques, Decorative Arts, and Home Furnishings on the South Coast. We feature a rich collection from Europe, specializing in Italian Furniture, French and Spanish. The elegant collection varies from antique and Murano lamps, decorative pillows, Chandeliers, Mirrors and a fine selection of home furnishings. Just 3 minutes south of Santa Barbara. For your convenience you may shop on line: www.lifestyleantiques.com .   « Less