Onion Lamps

During hurricane Irene we lost power for 7 days. Eric and I actually did not mind the power outage and actually enjoyed our nights spent talking by candle light (OoOoO). What really lit up our living room were our onion lamps. The onion lamp is a traditional lamp that was originally made out of tin and mica for the glass. The purpose of the lamps were initially designed as a light to burn whale oil around the 19th century and were used by railroads and shipping companies. Back in the 19th century the lamp actually did not give off that much light! However, the 7 nights we used our lamps they actually gave off plenty of light. The onion lamps still hang in our living room ready for another power outage! We liked the "nautical" look and it is better than having an empty hook!