To keep a lamp burning we have to keep putting oil in it. Mother Teresa of Calcutta

A candlelit dinner adds a touch of romantic elegance to a meal, the soft light infuses warmth and peace after a difficult day.

Some inherent difficulties that are part of candlelight are the accompanying wax residue that can provide cleanup issues for linens, tables and glass.

A Tradition Reborn

In times past, homes in the Mediterranean were lit with oil lamps. There was no standard look and a variety of materials were used to make the lamps. At the time, olive oil was the most commonly used fuel.

This age old tradition is recaptured in the 21st century as artisans create unique hand blown glass lamps and oil candles that are fully functional using lamp oil found at almost any arts and craft supplier.

Designs

Oil lamps are as unique as your imagination. They come in multiple geometric shapes and sizes and can feature decorate glass in glass features that add a depth and texture to your lamp that is both visually appealing and remarkably different than common candle accents.

Intended for Long Term Use

Unlike candles that need to be replaced, an oil lamps use pure liquid paraffin lamp oil with an extraordinary fiberglass wick that can last a lifetime. This combination allows oil candles and oil lamps to be used for hours before an oil refill is required.

What Could Be Warmer?

An oil lamp set can be offered as a housewarming gift that provides a symbol of the warmth you hope your new neighbor will feel in their new home. The elegance is sure to catch the eye of visitors and your generosity will be well remembered and greatly appreciated.

A Blessed Occasion

When a family member or friend marries, an oil lamp or oil candle may be the perfect gift to add warmth and elegance to their shared home. Even with gift registries couples often find the received duplicate items. Why not make sure they find something truly unique and inviting when they open your gift.

A Personal Gift

The gift of oil based candlelight can also be a highly personal gift. Purchase it for your partner or yourself. The elegant warmth of candlelight can be an anniversary gift or a just because gift. The distinctive designs will have you gazing into the flicker if is glow as you are transported to a place long forgotten or a place youd like to be.

Serenity and a sense of relaxed pace have always been hallmarks of the candles flicker and an oil lamp or oil candle can provide such a peaceful feel in a manner that is cleaner and safer than traditional candles.

The Quality

A matching Grape Cruet and Oil Lamp set is a European treasure, hand crafted in the Czech Republic using fine quality SIMAX borosilicate glass. Because the glass is hand blown you are assured of a one of a kind oil lamp or oil candle.

Scent Determination

Personally chosen scent can be added to the lamp oil providing unique aromatherapy for any occasion.

There are so many benefits and so many elegant reasons to purchase an oil lamp or oil candle for any gift giving need.