Kerosene lamps from the 19th century represent a significant development in lighting technology and played a crucial role in illuminating homes, businesses, and streets during that era. Kerosene is also known as liquid paraffin.

Prior to the introduction of kerosene lamps, lighting options were limited to candles, oil lamps, or gas lamps. Candles were the most common source of light, but they were expensive, produced limited illumination, and posed a significant fire hazard. Oil lamps, fueled by various vegetable oils, were an improvement over candles, but they were still prone to smoke, odor, and the risk of fire. The arrival of kerosene lamps in the mid-19th century marked a turning point in lighting technology.

Kerosene, a flammable hydrocarbon liquid derived from petroleum, became a popular fuel for lamps due to its clean-burning properties and relatively low cost. Kerosene lamps were more efficient and produced a brighter, steadier light more...

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A whale oil lamp, pewter, English, 19th century, 22 cm high

19th Century English Whale Oil Lamp in Pewter

A whale oil lamp, pewter, English, 19th century, 22 cm high

19th century brass four light whale oil lamp converted to…

Brass Whale Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Four-Light Fixture

19th century brass four light whale oil lamp converted to Electricity, height: 85 cm, Holds four bulbs

Brass whale oil lamp

Brass whale oil lantern

Brass whale oil lamp

Brass whale oil lamp

Brass whale oil lantern

Brass whale oil lamp

Two antique French whale oil lamps, 36 cm high

Antique French Whale Oil Lamps (10 words exactly)

Two antique French whale oil lamps, 36 cm high

Rare bronze whale oil lamp C1800

Antique Bronze Whale Oil Lamp (1800)

Rare bronze whale oil lamp C1800

Hand forged early whale oil lamp

Early Whale Oil Lamp - Hand Forged

Hand forged early whale oil lamp

Hand forged whale oil lamp, rare double bowl Variety

Rare Double-Bowl Whale Oil Lamp

Hand forged whale oil lamp, rare double bowl Variety

Early whale oil 'Cruise' lamp, hand forged C1800

Antique Hand-Forged Whale Oil Lamp (C1800)

Early whale oil 'Cruise' lamp, hand forged C1800