Ceramic Horseless Carriage Miniature Oil Lamp

Updated August 7, 2026

Ceramic Horseless Carriage Novelty Miniature Oil Lamp Description: A highly collectible vintage novelty miniature oil lamp featuring a molded ceramic base designed to replicate an antique turn-of-the-century horseless carriage or early automobile. The ceramic vehicle housing features a vibrant red and matte black hand-painted finish with gold-painted engine accents, large spoke wheels, and a molded green garland detail along the carriage top rim. The burner assembly sits directly atop the carriage roof, fitted with a polished brass-tone pronged crown gallery and an adjustable wick thumb wheel. It comes complete with a clear glass hurricane chimney globe displaying a classic bulging body and a matching red ceramic umbrella-style shade featuring a textured, radially ribbed design and a yellow interior finish. A fantastic novelty crossover piece for collectors of vintage miniature lighting or classic transportation memorabilia. Material: Molded ceramic, glass, brass-tone metal Color/Finish: Red, black, and gold finish with a clear glass chimney Estimated Era: Circa 1970s

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