Antique Lamps

The history of use of lamps for various purposes dates back to 1850s; these artistic and rare collectibles are easily available with antique dealers, museums and authorized auctions. The value of these lamps depends on the era they belong to, the make of the lamps, etc. The earliest lamps were purely functional and quite crude, but with the passage of time, manufacturers discovered new materials and made them look more appealing and artistic.

Types of lamps

• Side Lamps
• Table Lamps
• Banquet Lamps
• Wall Lamps
• Floor Lamps

Style and Design
Lamps in the 18th century were nothing more than a shallow spot in a rock with some kind of a natural fiber wick that soaked up a flammable material such as animal fat or oil etc. Gradually , as the manufacturing skills and facilities developed, materials including stone, shells, clay, bronze, iron and steel were used.

Market for Antique Lamps
Lamps belonging to different periods are one of the most popular collectibles. These products are very much in demand in the current times, with buyers keen to recreate the old magic and charm. The online trade in these rare pieces is booming in the domestic and international markets.