All about Antique : Antique Oil Lamp Library

For a truly beautiful display of lighting, consider an antique lamp library. These lights are old-fashioned appeal and make a beautiful statement in any room.About oil lamps
Other than the light of candles, oil lamps were the most popular method of producing light during 1800. After kerosene grew, these mass-produced lamps and could be found in most homes nineteenth century. Because oil lamps were a common feature of such households, it is easy to find examples of the source in antique stores and flea markets. Table oil lamps were the most common type, but you can also find hanging oil lamps, often called "library lamps."Hanging Lamps Library

Library lamps hanging lamps usually in large domes. The range in size, but many were large enough. It is common to find an old lit library is two to three feet in length and up to 18 cm in diameter. Library of lamps used in the official reception hall, lounge, and of course, libraries. Today, these lights make a beautiful statement of style in a dining room table.
A variety of materials used for making oil lamps, library, including metal, glass, crystal and porcelain. Some were painted with beautiful designs, which then lights up when the lamp was lit. These hanging lamps are often very intricate and is the symbol of Victorian style decorations.Find Antique oil lamps Library
In good condition, library, antique lamps can cost up to $ 4,000, but you can also find small examples for much less. Look for antique lamps library at the following locations:

    * Flea markets
    * Garage Sales
    * Sale of property
    * The local antique stores
    * Online Auction Sites
    * Antique Shops on-line
    * Architectural salvage stores
    * Thrift Stores
Restoring a Library Oil Lamp
Since many of these oil lamps have been around for a century or more, it is common to find them in bad condition. Depending on the problem situation, you may be able to reset a lamp yourself. The following websites offer lighting equipment and rehabilitation supplies and fuel and wicks:

    * 19th Century Lighting Co.
    * AntiqueOilLamps.org
    * Eagle Emporium
Playing oil lamps Library
If you want the look of an old lamp without the state issues that may accompany these lighting elements, consider a light bulb library playback. You can find oil lamps reproduce the library in a variety of shops on the Internet:

    * Antique Lamp Supply
    * Company Columbia Lighting
    * Lighting Universe