Kilokat's Antique Light Bulb Site - For collectors seeking information on antique light bulbs and related items including antique radio tube box art.
The First True Incandescent Light Bulb - Article on the early inventors of the first lightbulbs.
Lights of the Past - A quick survey of kerosene and gas lighting mid-19th century to early 20th century.
The Kerosene Lantern Connection - Features details about the history of manufacturers, photos of rare items, a condition rating table, restoration tips and a bibliography.
Albert Berry Copper - A detailed site that explores the history and work from famous Arts and Crafts metalsmith Albert Berry from his Alaska to Seattle days.
Lightbulbs - Brief article on the invention of the light bulb. From Useless Information.
The Bradley & Hubbard Manufacturing Company - Essay on the largest American producer of kerosene lamps and other household items during the 19th century.
Jeff Metzger - Tiffany Collector - Photo gallery of Art Nouveau furniture and Tiffany lamps.
Emeralite and Bellova - A complete site featuring photos and a detailed history of H. G. McFaddin & Company.
A History of Light and Lighting - Provides references to people, events and inventions in chronological order, and a bibliography.
Mr. Vesta's Home Page - Includes examples of pocket match safes.
A Brief History of Illumination - Examines the history of artificial lighting, especially the incandescent bulb.
Brief History of Lighting in the U.S. - Guide to lighting periods in relation to decorative styles in American history.
Roy's Lamp Collection - This site concerns the hobby of kerosine lamp collecting. Included are photographs and descriptions of a variety of 19th century kerosine lamps.
Leaded Lamps.com - Features a photographic gallery of antique stained glass lamps that have been featured in recent auctions.
tvlamps.net - Information and history regarding TV lamps of the 1950s. A useful guide for the collector.
2yr.net - Lightbulb Collection - Pictures and detailed descriptions of antique and vintage lightbulbs. Includes other lightbulb-related things such as lightbulb advertising.
The Steampunk Workshop - Articles with photos detailing the construction and repair of kerosene lamps and techniques for working with brass. Angle Company Lamps are featured.
Antique Lamps Net - Devoted primarily to early lamps, including student and table lamps. Also features a history of lighting.
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