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Can you put a lamp on a bookshelf?

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Can you put a lamp on a bookshelf?
Yes, you can put a lamp on a bookshelf. In fact, adding lighting to a shelf is a great way to draw one's eye to the space.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Small 1960s Midcentury Bookshelf Lamp
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A very pretty and diminutive lamp that would be perfect for styling a bookshelf or other small nook
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Atelje Lyktan Bookshelf Lamp, Sweden, 1970s
By Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This Simris bookshelf lamp was designed by Anders Pehrson for Atelje Lyjktan Sweden. Chrome details
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Antique Petite Bookshelf Lamp with Holophane Shade
By Holophane
Located in Denton, TX
Petit brass mantle lamp with scalloped pleated shade by Holophane. perfect for small spaces.
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mogg - TRI.BE.CA Floor Lamp Bookshelf
By Mogg
Located in Alcamo, IT
Mogg – TRI.BE.CA Floor Lamp Bookshelf Design: Dainelli Studio TRI.BE.CA is inspired by the
Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Guillerme et Chambron Floor Lamp with Bookshelf
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
bookshelf with two shelves A new linen shade sits elegantly within the oak rim. Newly rewired
Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Jacques Adnet Leather Table Lamp with Built-In Bookshelf, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very rare Jacques Adnet leather table lamp with built-in bookshelf. Metal frame completely wrapped
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

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