These lamps would have been used in the late 19th and early 20th centuries for outdoor, industrial, or domestic lighting, before the widespread availability of electric lighting. The left lamp is a traditional lantern, likely used for portable lighting, either carried by hand or hung on a hook. It could have been used on farms, in railway stations, or in military settings. The right lamp is an oil or kerosene lamp, possibly wall-mounted and used in stables, workshops, or early automobile garages. The reflector helped to direct light forward, making it more efficient in dimly lit spaces. Both lamps have significant wear and damage, indicating long-term use and exposure to the elements.The image shows two old metal and glass lamps, both exhibiting signs of heavy wear and damage. Left Lamp: A rectangular lantern-style lamp with a metal frame and glass panels on all four sides. The glass is cracked and broken, with missing sections, and the metal frame is corroded and bent. A metal loop handle at the top suggests it was meant to be carried or hung. The interior appears hollow, where a candle or oil lamp would have been placed for illumination. The metal has a dull silver-grey finish, likely due to oxidation. Right Lamp: A cylindrical oil lamp with a flat back and a hinged metal reflector at the top. The base contains a round opening, likely where the wick holder and burner were originally inserted. The metal body is painted or enamelled, but the finish is chipped and worn. The top reflector is bent and dented, but the hinge remains attached. The flat back suggests it was a wall-mounted lamp, possibly used in barns, workshops, or railway applications.lamps, kerosene, lamp, candle, light

This tool is a lamp wick trimmer, commonly used in the 19th and early 20th centuries for maintaining oil and kerosene lamps. In early lighting technology, lamp wicks had to be regularly trimmed to ensure a clean, steady flame and prevent excessive smoke or soot buildup. The built-in receptacle helped collect trimmed pieces, preventing them from falling back into the lamp and causing issues. Such tools were widely used in households, workshops, and street lighting maintenance before electric lighting became common.This is a pair of antique wick-trimming scissors, designed for maintaining oil or kerosene lamps. The tool resembles scissors but features a small, curved receptacle on one blade, used to catch the trimmed wick pieces. The handles are circular and made of forged iron, showing signs of wear and corrosion. The cutting blades are asymmetrical, with one blade featuring a sharp cutting edge and the other having a small scoop or box-like compartment to collect burnt wick remnants.lamp, wick trimmer, lighting, candles, household item

Tilley lamps were widely used from the early 20th century for camping, railway operations, military use, and household lighting in areas without electricity. They operate by pressurizing paraffin (kerosene) and using a mantle that glows when heated. These lamps were particularly popular in rural Australia, where they were essential for farm work, shearing sheds, and outback travel.This is a vintage Tilley paraffin (kerosene) pressure lamp, designed for portable lighting. The lamp consists of a brass fuel tank (base), a glass globe, a burner assembly, and a protective wire frame. The glass globe is clear and houses the burner and mantle. The burner unit is rusted, particularly the top vent cap, which has a semi-circular opening that appears worn. The lamp's wire frame extends above and around the glass globe, providing support and protection. The pump mechanism is visible on the fuel tank, used for pressurizing the fuel for operation.lamp, light, household item

Kerosene irons were commonly used in the early to mid-20th century, especially in rural areas without electricity. The fuel tank would be filled with kerosene, which was pressurized using a pump. The burner heated the metal base, allowing users to iron clothes without the need for electricity. These irons were popular among homesteads, tailors, and travelers who needed a portable heat source. Kero irons were widely used in Australia, particularly in outback communities, farms, and stations.A vintage blue-painted kerosene iron with a metal body and a wooden handle. The iron consists of a flat metal base, which heats up using a pressurized kerosene burner attached to the side. A rounded fuel tank is positioned near the handle, with a control valve and burner mechanism below it. The handle is curved, ergonomic, and coated in blue paint, likely wooden for heat insulation. The burner assembly is connected via a small pipe and valve system, controlling the fuel flow.iron, kerosene, clothing, household item

The Amor stove is a kerosene/paraffin pressure stove, widely used in the early to mid-20th century. Common for camping, railway workers, military use, or domestic kitchens before widespread gas stove adoption. Works by pressurizing liquid fuel, which vaporizes and burns as a steady blue flame. Often used in rural Australia, traveling camps, and by shearers or surveyors.A compact, portable metal stove with a brass fuel tank and a burner on top. The burner head features small holes around its circumference for an even flame distribution. A manual fuel valve and pump mechanism are attached to the side for controlling fuel flow and pressure. The stove sits within a sturdy wire-frame stand, designed to hold pots or pans securely above the flame. The stand has four legs bent into a stable support structure and includes two metal arms with angled pot supports.stove, cooking, kitchen, gas, fuel, household item

Lamp used for burning oil. This would have been used to create light prior to electricity becoming the main source.This lamp is part of the story of lighting in domestic and maritime settings. The collection holds a number of whale oil lamps which, alongside kerosene lamps, show the development of different types of lighting.Glass lamp base with metal burner and wick raiser. Has liquid in the reservoir which looks like paraffin or kerosene. The stem has a wide base with a narrow fluted chimney stem. The base is octagonal. The glass is cut and the top of the stem underneath the reservoir has raised ball-like decorations.light, domestic, oil lamp

Glass kerosene lamp with angular sides and hexagonal base, handle on side and a metal wick holder.Embossed on wick holder: VICTOR / THE MILLER Co. MADE IN U.S.A.

Etched glass shades provided a decorative way to enhance oil or kerosene lamps. Decorative shades became popular in the 1700s and the etched glass shade reached peak popularity in the Victorian era.This lamp shade is part of a large collection of different types of lamps and burners and provides interpretive context to the history of lighting and its development as a decorative item.Glass domed lampshade. It has an opening at the top and the bottom. The top opening is larger than the bottom opening. The glass is etched with floral motifs and patterns.lamp, lighting, domestic item, glass etching

These types of jugs were common in homes and workshops from the late 19th to mid-20th century, before electric lighting became widespread. Farmers and rural families relied on kerosene jugs for lighting and heating, making them essential household items. This artifact provides insight into historical domestic life and fuel usage before modern conveniences.A cylindrical metal jug with a wide, open top and a distinctive spout for controlled pouring. The spout is sharply angled, likely designed to minimize spillage when transferring kerosene or other liquids. The jug features a sturdy, curved handle, which appears to be made from the same metal material and is riveted to the body. The surface is aged and rusted, indicating significant use and exposure to the elements.kerosene, tin, can, fuel, farm equipment

This pump appears to be an antique hand-operated suction pump, possibly used for extracting liquids such as oil, water, or grease. It may have been used in mechanical applications, agricultural machinery maintenance, or even domestic tasks such as transferring kerosene or lubricants. These types of pumps were commonly used in the early to mid-20th century before the advent of electric pumps.The object is a cylindrical metal hand pump with a wooden handle at one end and a threaded nozzle or cap at the opposite end. The wooden handle is turned and slightly tapered, featuring decorative rings near its base. The metal cylinder is long and tubular, segmented with slight ridges, indicating where it may have been assembled or reinforced. The end of the cylinder appears to have a screw-type fitting, possibly for refilling or attaching additional components.pump, farm equipment