Oil Lamp Collection (page 7)

Replica of oil lamp, invented in 1784 by Aime Argand

VIRGINIA: INTERIOR, 1935. Interior of Postmaster Browns home at Old Rag Mountain, Shenandoah National Park, Virginia. Photograph by Arthur Rothstein, October 1935

Woman Reading Letter Oil Lamp Edo period 1615-1868
Artokoloro

USA, Washington, Stehekin. Close-up of antlers and lantern hanging on Buckner Orchard and Homestead. Credit as: Don Paulson / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Cormorant fishing is a traditional life of chinese fisherman who live near Li river in Yangshou Guilin, China

Inside pagoda of Bagan
Tonnaja Travel Photography, Beautiful Myanmar (formerly Burma), 170823899

FARM CHILDREN, 1940. A farmers five children studying their reading lessons at night by oil lamp in Creek County, Oklahoma. Photograph by Russell Lee, February 1940

ARKANSAS: REFUGEE, 1937. Household goods of an African American flood refugee in a temporary infirmary operated by the Red Cross at Forrest City, Arkansas. Photograph by Walker Evans in February 1937

ATLANTA: BARBER SHOP, 1936. Interior of an African American barbershop in Atlanta, Georgia. Photograph by Walker Evans, March 1936

BOY READING, 1940. A farmers son reading in front of a fireplace in a dugout home, Pie Town, New Mexico. Photograph by Russell Lee, June 1940

Oil lamps, Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar (Burma), Asia

candle, composition, delight, enjoying, clothes, clothing, couture, dress, dressmaker
Girl at the piano in 1891, grandfather; old man; hat, walking stick; music, paintings, interior; room; oil lamp; candle; sound; play piano; sheet music; rug; fashion; singing; enjoying; happines;

Self portrait, c. 1900-03 (for pair see 83695)
XIR83698 Self portrait, c.1900-03 (for pair see 83695) by Rousseau, Henri J.F. (Le Douanier) (1844-1910); 24x19 cm; Musee Picasso, Paris

Fire, 1566 (oil on wood)
XAM66136 Fire, 1566 (oil on wood) by Arcimboldo, Giuseppe (1527-93); 67x51 cm; Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna, Austria; (add.info)

Young Woman Plaiting her Hair
BAL56391 Young Woman Plaiting her Hair by Bremen, Meyer von (1813-86); Josef Mensing Gallery, Hamm-Rhynern, Germany; German, out of copyright

The Five Foolish Virgins, illustration from The Parables of Our Lord and Saviour
XJF441946 The Five Foolish Virgins, illustration from The Parables of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, 1864 (engraving) by Millais

William Camden, c. 1636 (engraving)
XJF392681 William Camden, c.1636 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Camden (1551-1623) English academic; ); English, out of copyright

Avarice (oil on canvas)
XIR239917 Avarice (oil on canvas) by Stomer, (Stom) Matthias (c.1600-p.1650); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Chambery, Savoie, Rhone-Alpes, France; (add.info.: one of the seven deadly sins; ); Dutch

Evening (oil on panel)
XKH223069 Evening (oil on panel) by Grootvelt, Jan Hendrick van (1808-65); 66x56 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; Dutch, out of copyright

Interior of an Abbey in Ruins, 1848 (oil on canvas)
XIR216616 Interior of an Abbey in Ruins, 1848 (oil on canvas) by Sebron, Hippolyte Victor Valentin (1801-79); 64x81 cm; Musee Bossuet, Meaux

Satyr with a nymph, Arnold Houbraken, Anonymous, 1700 - 1750

Amor and Psyche, Theodorus de Roode, 1746 - 1793

Philosopher in his study, Johannes Pieter de Frey, Quiringh Gerritsz. van Brekelenkam, 1796

Sleeping Nymph watched by a satyr, Arnold Houbraken, Anonymous, 1700 - 1750

Mikhail Obreskoffs Office, 1848 (w / c on paper)
BAL174036 Mikhail Obreskoffs Office, 1848 (w/c on paper) by Premazzi, Luigi (Ludwig Osipovich) (1814-91); 25x35.5 cm; Art Museum of Ryasan, Russia; Italian, out of copyright

Triumph of Truth, Monogrammist CR (16e eeuw), Hieronymus Wierix, Joanni Medic, 1581

After the Ball, 1874 (oil on canvas)
XOS1127620 After the Ball, 1874 (oil on canvas) by Stevens, Alfred Emile (1823-1906); 95.9x68.9 cm; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

1127473; out of copyright

Burning candles in clay pots, Brahadhiswara Temple, Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India

MADAME J. F. RECAMIER (1777-1849). Madame Jeanne-Francoise-Julie-Adelaide Recamier
MADAME J.F. RECAMIER (1777-1849). Madame Jeanne-Francoise-Julie-Adelaide Recamier, known as Juliette. French society beauty and wit. Oil on canvas, 1800, by Jacques-Louis David

ST. LOUIS: NEWSBOYS, 1910. Boys receiving newspapers at the Burns Basement Branch in a dirty cellar in St. Louis, Missouri. Photograph by Lewis Hine, May 1910

HINE: HOME INDUSTRY, 1912. A mother and her young children doing piecework for garments, often until 9 P.M. at night in a tenement home in Worcester, Massachusetts

HINE: MILL HOUSING, 1912. An Italian American mother and five children in their crowded textile mill workers home in Providence, Rhode Island. Photograph by Lewis Hine, November 1912

FRENCH LAMP OIL AD, 1895. French advertising poster for Saxoleine lamp oil: lithograph, 1895, by Jules Cheret

Icon in church
Icon in Svetitskhoveli

Santo Domingo Church, Roman Catholic church originally built between the 16th & 18th centuries, with an on-site museum

Clay lamp
Prehistory, Italy, Iron Age. Golasecca culture. Clay lamp

Fictile oil lamp with relief depicting goddess Fortuna. From Tomb Rebato 41, nearby Este
Roman civilization. Fictile oil lamp with relief depicting goddess Fortuna. From Tomb Rebato 41, nearby Este (Veneto region, Italy)

Croatia, Zara, Votive bronze lamp 1st-3rd Century A.D. Roman art

Terracotta oil lamp, relief with ending of gladiatorial combat: loser raising his left hand as request for mercy
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Terracotta oil lamp, relief with ending of a gladiatorial combat: the loser raising his left hand as a request for mercy

Terracotta oil lamps decorated with reliefs: gladiator (Valeri Hroci) training and gladiatorial combat
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Terracotta oil lamps decorated with reliefs: gladiator (Valeri Hroci) training and gladiatorial combat

Bronze lamp with tragic mask, From Volubilis (Morocco)
Roman civilization, 1st century b.C. Bronze lamp with tragic mask. From Volubilis (Morocco)

Terracotta oil lamp with relief depicting the Port of Alexandria with the tomb of Alexander
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Terracotta oil lamp with relief depicting the Port of Alexandria with the tomb of Alexander and the Mausoleum of Augustus overlooking the sea. Detail

Italy, Calabria, Terracotta oil lamp from the sacred place near the Cofino hill Italy, Vibo Valentia, Museo Archeologico Statale Vito Capialbi (Archaeological Museum), Greek civilization

Roman civilization, fictile oil lamp
Roman civilization. Fictile oil lamp

Italy, Garda Lake, Fictile votive lamp with two wicks from the excavation site of Riva del Garda 2nd Century A.D. Museo Civico (Art Museum), Roman art

Sudan, Nepata, Detail of oil lamp from the necropolis of Meroe and Nepata, bronze
Egypt - Nubia - Bronze oil lamp

Italy, Lombardy, Lamp made from dark terracotta, from Golasecca Culture
Prehistory, Italy, Age of Iron. Culture of Golasecca, lamp with supporting feet made from dark terracotta

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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.