Edward Craven Walker was a British inventor best known for creating the iconic Lava Lamp in 1963. His innovative design combined colored wax and liquid, which heated and cooled to create mesmerizing, flowing shapes. This unique product quickly gained popularity and became a symbol of the 1960s counterculture. Born on January 15, 1918, in Bristol, England, Walker had a background in engineering and design. He founded the company Mathmos to manufacture and sell his lamps, which have since become a staple in homes and pop culture. Walker's invention continues to inspire creativity and fascination around the world.