Kerosene Lamps

The nostalgic kerosene lamps with their warm, inviting glow and timeless style continue to add a rustic charm to any home. Collectors of antique kerosene lamps will be lighting up with Bidsquare’s online auctions of kerosene lamps for sale for their classically designed bases adorned with stylish glass lamp globes or delicate tubes.  There’s a lively market for antique kerosene lamps for sale at auction not only for the number and variety but also for the colors and styles on display. 

Kerosene lamp - From Oil Lights to Collectibles

Oil lamps dating back to the ancient Chinese were the forerunner of kerosene lamps, and it was in the second half of the 19th century, after the discovery of kerosene as a sustainable alternative fuel for commercial use that kerosene lamps came into everyday use. The discovery of kerosene oil was a major reason for an economic and cultural revolution. The distilled clear liquid produced a bright flame for use in traditional oil lamps, leading to higher productivity with factories, restaurants, shops, theatres benefitted from longer hours. 

Antique and Vintage kerosene lamps

There are valuable collectibles of vintage and antique kerosene lamps featured on Bidsquare including Aladdin table lamps, hanging lamps, and wall lamps. From vintage kerosene lamps like  fine Victorian old kerosene lamps with their ornate designs to more modern lamps with sleek, eye-catching decor, all these lamps are sure to add a traditional farmhouse touch to your home with their cozy ambiance. 

Quick Facts on Kerosene Lamps :

• Ignacy Łukasiewicz was the inventor of modern kerosene lamp.
• To find out the value of an antique kerosene lamp, lightly scratch the underside surface of the lamp to find out the material used.

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