Oil lamps were the primary light source in many homes before electricity, and they have a beautiful style that collectors ...

The wick was lit and would burn, using the oil to stay alight, very similar to a much earlier Roman oil lamp. The hook on the side of the lamp was used to put it onto a jacket, hat or piece of ...

In the 19th century, a Polish pharmacist invented the kerosene lamp – a device that quickly went on to light up Europe. He also went on to open the first oil mine and kerosene refinery in the world, ...