Victorian gas lamp

The Victorians were pleased to be able to control gas more than the wax candles of Georgian times, although it wasn’t always the safest method of lighting the house

Victorian Oil Lamp~ This lamp, from the 1860s, is based on a revolutionary lamp designed in 1782 by Swiss inventor, Ami Argand.

Lincoln's Inn, night WC2

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A picturesque scene of a Victorian era tea shop, illuminated by the soft light of gas lamps, with a variety of colorful blooms.

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During the 18th & 19th century the nights were a painfully dim place to be. Click to find out more about the history of lighting and how it changed London.

Illuminated by the warm glow of gas lamps, a Victorian era restaurant stands in the night, its windows filled with vibrant blooms.

I'm not sure what it is that makes a gas lantern so incredibly warm and wonderful, but the thought of a copper gas lamp on the front of our home simply makes my heart sing. There are different examples of gas lights on homes all over our area and we love the way they look regardless of the age or style of the home. We've long thought about replacing the small electric front light on our house with a gas lantern but always felt it wouldn't provide enough light for the entryway. However, once…