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Miniature Kerosene Lamps

Kerosene lamps were popular for their faint smell and relative affordability. Homeowners had a wide variety of designs and makers to choose from. More than 350 different miniature lamps were on auction at a sale in Virginia. This iridescent, favrile glass lamp was made by Tiffany Studios in 1912. For prices and more photos, shine a light on lamps.          

Miniature Kerosene Lamps

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