Aladdin's Magic Brass Oil Lamp

ALADDIN’S MAGIC BRASS OIL LAMP
Authentic Vintage Find – From Egypt (Without the Genie)

Step into the world of wonder with this original and authentic brass oil lamp, a true relic from Egypt. Acquired in Upper Egypt from an old merchant in a backstreet souk (market), this lamp was nestled in an obscure corner among other items for many years. Discovered by sheer chance after an intensive search through a mountain of forgotten treasures, it’s a genuine, timeworn piece of history.

This “real McCoy” lamp, unfortunately, comes without the Genie (despite our best efforts—trust us, we rubbed it until our hands ached!). Perhaps the Genie is simply taking a well-deserved break, maybe even vacationing in Spain! Who knows—she could very well return one day.

A captivating decorative item with an enchanting history, this brass lamp makes a timeless addition to any collection.

Length: 21 cm
Width: 7 cm
Height: 10 cm

Enjoy FREE Worldwide Delivery
(considering the shipping logistics, volume, weight, cost, and secure packaging involved, making it a special saving for you.)

We offer a great discount if you can pick up the item from Bowral NSW, (email us) for details.

For your enjoyment, we illustrate the story: Aladdin is an impoverished young ne'er-do-well in a small town, who is recruited by a sorcerer from the 'Maghreb' (a region west of Egypt) who passes himself off as the brother of Aladdin's late father Qaseem, convincing Aladdin and his mother of his goodwill by apparently making arrangements to set up the lad as a wealthy merchant. The sorcerer's real motive is to persuade young Aladdin to retrieve a wonderful oil lamp from a booby-trapped magic cave of wonder. After the sorcerer attempts to double-cross him, Aladdin finds himself trapped in the cave.

Fortunately, Aladdin retains a magic ring lent to him by the sorcerer. When he rubs his hands in despair, he inadvertently rubs the ring, and a jinni, or "genie", appears, who takes him home to his mother. Aladdin is still carrying the lamp, and when his mother tries to clean it, a second, far more powerful genie appears, who is bound to do the bidding of the person holding the lamp. With the aid of the genie of the lamp, Aladdin becomes rich and powerful and marries Princess Badroulbadour, the Emperor's daughter. The genie builds Aladdin a wonderful palace – far more magnificent than that of the Emperor himself.

The sorcerer returns and is able to get his hands on the lamp by tricking Aladdin's wife, who is unaware of the lamp's importance, by offering to exchange "new lamps for old". He orders the genie of the lamp to take the palace to his home in the Maghreb. Fortunately, Aladdin retains the magic ring and is able to summon the lesser genie. Although the genie of the ring cannot directly undo any of the magic of the genie of the lamp, he is able to transport Aladdin to Maghreb, and help him recover his wife and the lamp and defeat the sorcerer.

The sorcerer's more powerful and evil brother tries to destroy Aladdin for killing his brother by disguising himself as an old woman known for her healing powers. Badroulbadour falls for his disguise, and commands the "woman" to stay in her palace in case of any illnesses. Aladdin is warned of his danger by the genie of the lamp and slays the imposter. Everyone lives happily ever after, Aladdin eventually succeeding to his father-in-law's throne.

Now that we have told you the story... Buy the lamp for Good Luck.