Oil Lamp Collection

"From Ancient Times to Modern Markets: The Timeless Glow of the Oil Lamp" Step into the enchanting world of oil lamps

Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins, 1899. Creator: William John Wainwright
Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins, 1899

Oil lamps on sale at a market in the Medina, Marrakech, Marrakech-Tensift-Al Haouz, Morocco

Ancient Roman oil lamp with Circus Maximus scene
Ancient Roman lamp with a scene of a chariot race in the Circus Maximus. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Kirdford Pub Interior - September 1943
Group of locals and servicemen sit together drinking their beer from jam jars. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N22498

New Lamps for Old, 1901. Creator: Joseph Edward Southall
New Lamps for Old (in frame), 1901. The subject is taken from story of Aladdin in the One Thousand and One Nights (The Arabian Nights)

The Wise Virgins Resting Whilst Awaiting the Arrival of The Husband, ca. 1635

A man places an oil lamp in the polluted river Yamuna after offering prayers, in New Delhi, India, June 2, 2018. REUTERS/Amit Dave

Oil lamps offered by devotees illuminate the Bagmati River flowing through the premises of the Pashupatinath Temple during the Bala Chaturdashi festival in Kathmandu, Nepal, November 28, 2016

A potter makes earthenware oil lamps or Diyo used to decorate temples
A potter makes earthenware oil lamps or " Diyo" used to decorate temples and homes ahead of Tihar festival, also called Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in Bhaktapur, Nepal October 20

Oil lamps illuminate the Bagmati River in the Pashupatinath Temple
Oil lamps offered by devotees illuminate the Bagmati River flowing through the premises of the Pashupatinath Temple, during the Bala Chaturdashi festival, in Kathmandu, November 21, 2014

A Lady Walking at Night Holding an Oil Lamp, ca. 1725. Creator: Unknown
A Lady Walking at Night Holding an Oil Lamp, ca. 1725

Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Plum Branch with Oil Lamp, 1882. Creator: Shibata Zeshin
Lacquer Paintings of Various Subjects: Plum Branch with Oil Lamp, 1882

Ahir Woman in traditional colorful cloth carrying water in a clay jug on her head, Great Rann of Kutch Desert, Gujarat, India, Asia

Vintage Japanese Woodblock print of House Interior
This wonderful colourful Oban woodblock print is by Yamazaki Toshinobu, (1857-1885) Son of a barber; He created thirty woodblock prints of the 1877 Satsuma Rebellion

Picture shows the original dress worn by Florence Nightingale, on display at The Nursing Exhibition in 1942, opened by Earnest Brown, Minister of Health

Oil lamp is seen on top of washing machine at Perez home, in Naguabo
An oil lamp is seen on top of a washing machine at Ana Perez home after Hurricane Maria hit the island in September 2017, in Naguabo, Puerto Rico January 26, 2018. REUTERS/Alvin Baez

Buddhist devotees light oil lamps at Gangaramaya temple as part of celebrations for the
Buddhist devotees light oil lamps at Gangaramaya temple as a part of celebrations for the new year in Colombo, January 1, 2013

A potter makes earthenware oil lamp or Diyo used to decorate temples
A potter makes earthenware oil lamp or " Diyo" used to decorate temples and homes ahead of Tihar festival, also called Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, in Bhaktapur, Nepal October 20

India, Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi, Sindhia Ghat, Wicker baskets on bamboo poles containing lanterns. It is believed that the lights from diya oil lamps will lighten the path for the souls of dead

Detail of Death of the Virgin (oil on panel)
490099 Detail of Death of the Virgin (oil on panel) by Goes, Hugo van der (c.1440-82); Groeningemuseum, Bruges, Belgium; (add.info.: See also 490095.); © Art in Flanders

Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: James M. Lawson
Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938

Roman Oil Lamp Found in Sri Lanka, c. 1st / 2nd century. Creator: Unknown
Roman Oil Lamp Found in Sri Lanka, c. 1st/2nd century

Oil (butter) lamps burning in Hindu temple, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

Page 35. Four antient lamps found in the catacombs;rings found with a number of others in a sepulchre monument
5670008 Page 35. Four antient lamps found in the catacombs; rings found with a number of others in a sepulchre monument on the spot where the famous battle of Cannae is supposed to have been

Cloak stand and flower stand in the Gothic style, Regency era
6339882 Cloak stand and flower stand in the Gothic style, Regency era by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Cloak stand and flower stand in the Gothic style, Regency era)

A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion
6339837 A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion by British School, (18th-19th century); (add.info.: A Gothic-style oil lamp for a hall in a noblemans mansion)

The seamstress, 1881 (oil on canvas)
OVR390568 The seamstress, 1881 (oil on canvas) by Krohg, Christian (1852-1925); 130x166 cm; Gothenburg Art Museum, Sweden; Photo © O. Vaering

Folding Oil Lamp (Deng), Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 220). Creator: Unknown
Folding Oil Lamp (Deng), Han dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D. 220)

Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, 16th / 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Oil Lamp with Christian Crosses, 16th/17th century

The Joys of Summer, May 1894. Creator: Theophile Alexandre Steinlen
The Joys of Summer, May 1894

Lamp, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Margaret Stottlemeyer
Lamp, 1935/1942

Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1936. Creator: Margaret Stottlemeyer
Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1936

Whale Oil Lamp, 1938. Creator: Herman O. Stroh
Whale Oil Lamp, 1938

Binnacle Lamp, 1938. Creator: Herman O. Stroh
Binnacle Lamp, 1938

Lard Oil Lamp, c. 1940. Creator: Franklyn Syres
Lard Oil Lamp, c. 1940

Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Richard Taylor
Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1938

Chandelier, c. 1941. Creator: John H. Tercuzzi
Chandelier, c. 1941

Bulls Eye Hand Lantern, c. 1942. Creator: Ernest A Towers Jr
Bulls Eye Hand Lantern, c. 1942

Oil Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Andrew Topolosky
Oil Lamp, c. 1938

Brass Oil Lamp, c. 1939. Creator: Andrew Topolosky
Brass Oil Lamp, c. 1939

Lantern shop in souk, Medina, Marrakech, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Lamp, c. 1938. Creator: Isidore Steinberg
Lamp, c. 1938

Lamp, c. 1936. Creator: Ella Josephine Sterling
Lamp, c. 1936

Conical Lamp, 275-300. Creator: Unknown
Conical Lamp, 275-300. Glass. Roman; Eastern Mediterranean

Oil Lamp (Cheragh), Ilkhanid dynasty (1256-1353), Early 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Oil Lamp (Cheragh), Ilkhanid dynasty (1256-1353), Early 13th century

Fish-Shaped Oil Lamp, Tang dynasty (618-906), first half of 8th century. Creator: Unknown
Fish-Shaped Oil Lamp, Tang dynasty (618-906), first half of 8th century

Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1941. Creator: Van Silvay
Whale Oil Lamp, c. 1941

L'Amour et Psyche (Cupid and Psyche) (Furnishing Fabric), France, c. 1810. Creator: Christophe-Philippe Oberkampf
L'Amour et Psyche (Cupid and Psyche) (Furnishing Fabric), France, c. 1810. Designed by Jean Baptiste Huet, manufactured by Christophe Philippe Oberkampf

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"From Ancient Times to Modern Markets: The Timeless Glow of the Oil Lamp" Step into the enchanting world of oil lamps, where history and culture intertwine with a warm and gentle glow. Dating back centuries, these humble yet captivating sources of light have played significant roles in various aspects of life around the globe. In William John Wainwright's masterpiece "Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins, " an oil lamp takes center stage as a symbol of preparedness and wisdom. This timeless tale reminds us that even in our modern lives, being ready for what lies ahead is essential. Traveling to Marrakech's bustling Medina market, one can witness the vibrant display of oil lamps on sale. These intricate pieces not only illuminate homes but also serve as exquisite decorative items, reflecting Morocco's rich artistic heritage. The ancient Roman oil lamp adorned with a Circus Maximus scene transports us back to an era when such lamps were used to brighten grand spectacles. It speaks volumes about how light has always been intertwined with entertainment throughout history. During wartime in 1943, inside Kirdford Pub Interior, patrons sought solace amidst chaos by relying on the comforting glow emanating from trusty oil lamps. In times of darkness and uncertainty, they provided much-needed warmth and camaraderie. Joseph Edward Southall's painting "New Lamps for Old" captures the spirit of progress as society transitioned from traditional oil lamps to newer lighting technologies at the turn of the 20th century. Yet it serves as a reminder that some things are irreplaceable - like the nostalgic charm exuded by flickering flames within glass chimneys. In "The Wise Virgins Resting Whilst Awaiting The Arrival Of The Husband, " we witness women patiently waiting under soft lamplight for their beloveds' return. This poignant image reflects both anticipation and hope – emotions universally associated with illuminated pathways leading towards love and reunion. Beyond symbolism, oil lamps also hold spiritual significance.