Aladdin, the Magic Name in Lamps

Education & Reference Antiquarian & Collectable Architecture & Interior Design

Aladdin, the Magic Name in Lamps by J. W. Courter is a lavishly illustrated hardcover that celebrates the engineering and artistry behind Aladdin’s iconic kerosene and electric lighting. The 304-page volume pairs archival images with crisp photographs to show how these fixtures shaped 20th-century interiors.

Collectors, interior designers, and antiques enthusiasts will value the detailed reference data on model numbers, glass shades, and manufacturing changes. Courter’s concise captions and large page size make it easy to identify rare pieces and compare finishes without flipping for hours.

This 2010 second-edition copy arrives from a smoke-free home in very good shape: tight binding, no writing, tears, or dog-ears, just light shelf wear to the sturdy cover. At 11 × 8½ inches and nearly four pounds, it’s a substantial desk or coffee-table book that stays open while you research.

Perfect gift for the lamp lover who thinks they already have every catalog on the shelf.