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Pair of 1980s Italian Travertine Table Lamps
Located in London, London
Pair of table lamps. Travertine or similar stone. Yellow glass shade inserts. Shaped like
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Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine

Limestone Table Lamp, France, 1980s
By Albert Tormos
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A vintage 1970s solid carved limestone lamp in the manner of Albert Tormos, France. Fully rewired
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Vintage 1980s European Table Lamps

Materials

Limestone

Limestone Table Lamp, France, 1980s
Limestone Table Lamp, France, 1980s
$1,244 Sale Price
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Vintage table lamp by AV Vikić, Yugoslavia 1980s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Very beautiful and stylish table lamp. Made in the 80s of the last century in Yugoslavia at the
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Mid-20th Century Croatian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Studio Pottery Ceramic Table Lamp, 1980s
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
One of a kind ceramic lamp. Made of three hand formed (not turned or molded) ceramic elements of
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Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps

Vintage table lamp by AV Vikić, Yugoslavia 1980s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Very rare wooden table lamp. Made in the 80s of the last century in Yugoslavia at the Croatian
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Mid-20th Century Croatian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Murano Table Lamp, Italian 1980s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Table Lamp manufactured in Murano glass, circa 1990. In the style of The Barovier and Toso and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid Century Industrial Mechanical Adjustable Tension Desk Lamp by Tensor, 1980 s
By Tensor
Located in Deland, FL
About: Introducing a Tensor adjustable desk or table lamp with perfect 1970's Industrial styling
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Vintage 1980s Taiwanese Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Wire

Camer Glass, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and blown red-colored glass table lamp produced by Camer Glass, Italy, c. 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1980s Acrylic Disc Table Lamp by Rougier
By Maison Rougier
Located in Denton, TX
Decorative acrylic disc mounted on an angle and lit from behind.
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20th Century Canadian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

1980s Goatskin Table Lamp Style of Karl Springer
By Karl Springer
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1980s Goatskin Table Lamp Style of Karl Springer unmarked 4 d x 8.5 w x 18 h Original unrestored
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Goatskin

Pucci de Rossi Sculptural Table Lamp, France, 1980s
By Pucci De Rossi
Located in Paris, FR
An exceptional and rare table lamp by Pucci de Rossi, designed and crafted in France during the
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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Vintage Robert Sonneman for Kovacs Table Lamp, 1980s
By George Kovacs, Robert Sonneman
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage table lamp features sculptural shape with stepped black base and top structures; the top
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Adjustable Post Modern Halogen Desk Lamp by Holtkotter Made in Germany c. 1980 s
By Holtkoetter
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Post-Modern style desk lamp by noted German maker Holtkotter, circa 1980's. The lamp
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Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1980s Modern Polished Brass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of 1980s Modern Polished Brass Table Lamps in good vintage condition. Measure 8.5" in width
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Late 20th Century American Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Sunflower Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Greven, DE
Large sunflower table lamp made of gold-painted metal with detailed flowers and leaves. The plant
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Vintage 1980s European Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Idra, Large, Table Lamp by R. Toso for Leucos, 1980s
By Rosanna Toso, Leucos
Located in Brussel, BE
Large Italian table lamp in clear to white gradient Murano Glass with small blurred pink murine
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Murano table lamp by Vistosi, Italy 1980s
By Vistosi
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage beige Murano glass table lamp by Vistosi made in Italy in the 1980s. Founded by Guglielmo
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian modern adjustable black metal table lamp, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Adjustable table lamp in black metal, 1980s Adjustable table lamp with perforated
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Maison Drimmer French Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1980s
By Louis Drimmer
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French table lamp by Maison Drimmer, France, 1980s. Ceramic and brass. The lampshade is not
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Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Murano Table Lamp in the style of Barovier Toso, 1980s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Brussel, BE
A cute, small table lamp made of beautifully shaped, clear, and honeyed Murano glass on a golden
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Vintage 1980s Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tiki Table Lamp by Kazuhide Takahama for Leucos, 1980s
By Leucos, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The sculptural Tiki table lamp was designed by Japanese architect Kazuhide Takahama in 1983. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bliss Yellow and Silver Daffodil Table Lamp, 1980s
By Bliss
Located in Hastings, GB
Iconic 'Bliss' designer daffodil table lamp Sherbet lemon yellow metal daffodil shaped lamp with
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Vintage 1980s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1980 s Modern Ceramic Lucite Lamps by Casual Lamps of California
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this fine pair of 1980s hand-glazed ceramic lamps by Casual Lamps of
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps

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Creamware, Lucite, Wood

Vintage Italian Postmodern Meridiana Chrome Table Lamp, 1980s
By Stefano Cevoli
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant table lamp is the Italian manufacturer Stefano Cevoli after a design by Paolo Piva from the
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

XXL Vintage Table Lamp - Light Blue Gold, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
XXL vintage table lamp - light blue gold, Italy 1980s, Hollywood Regency style, retro
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1980s Murano Glass Table Lamps vintage design
Located in Palermo, PA
A beautiful pair of Murano glass table lamps from the 1980s, showcasing playful design and fine
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Postmodern Table lamp "Moon" by Samuel Parker, Italy 1980s
By Samuel Parker
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a Moon table lamp, designed by Samuel Parker for the Italian lighting
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Design space age Midcentury table Lamp Mushroom - 1980s
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - good original comndition jr
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Nesso Table Lamp by Giancarlo Mattioli for Artemide, 1980s
By Artemide, Giancarlo Mattitioli and Gruppo Architetti Urbanisti from Artemide
Located in New York, NY
Giancarlo Mattioli for Artemide, Italy. Vintage Nesso table lamp in white acrylic plastic
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Articulated Desk Lamp, 1980s
Located in Brussel, BE
Articulated desk or table lamp made of golden metal, designed in Italy in the 1980’s. - Lampe de
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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Glass Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1980s - never used - perfect original condition.
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Vintage Table Lamp White with Golden Accents, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Table Lamp - white with golden accents, Italy 80s, Hollywood Regency, retro decoration
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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

‘Lucinda’ table lamp, produced by Sirrah in 1980s Italy
By Sirrah
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
This ‘Lucinda’ table lamp, produced by Sirrah in 1980s Italy, is a striking example of poetic
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Yellow Murano Mushroom Table Lamp by Cenedese from 1980s
By Cenedese
Located in Villaverla, IT
An Emblem of Venetian Craftsmanship This exquisite table lamp is a spectacular testament to the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Postmodern Lulu Table Lamp from Veneta Lumi, 1980s
By Veneta Lumi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Small table lights from Veneta Lumi. The Lulu combines the classic luminaire shape with
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Robert Sonneman for Georges Kovacs Table Lamp, 1980s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Vintage Robert Sonneman for Georges Kovacs table lamp, Memphis Design 80s, black metal and glass
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20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1980 s Art Deco Style Glass Torchiere Uplighter Lamp
By Cvv Vianne
Located in Glasgow, GB
A vintage glass art deco style torchiere table lamp. Crafted from soft dove grey and white rolled
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

1980s Romolo Lanciani Tender Table Lamp for Tronconi
By Romolo Lanciani, Tronconi
Located in Glendale, CA
1980s Romolo Lanciani 'Tender' glass table lamp for Tronconi. Executed in opaline glass and glossy
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vetri Murano "Swirl" Table Lamps, Italy 1980s, a Pair
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite globe table lamps in swirl patterned Murano glass with brass bases. Sourced in Italy.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

small Classic Greek Pink Marble table lamps 1980s Italy
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice small Pink Marble column Table Lamps , Classic Greek style . comes with there original
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Vintage 1980s Italian Classical Greek Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Robert Sonneman Table Lamp Postmodern 1980s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Čelinac, BA
Robert Sonneman Postmodern Table Lamp 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sculptural alabaster table lamp, France 1980s
Located in Firenze, IT
Sculptural alabaster stone table lamp France 1980s H 29 cm - 24 × 14 cm Conditions: very good
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Vintage 1980s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

1980s Pair of Telescopic Halogen Table Lamp, Italy
By Luxo, Ferdinand A. Porsche
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Pair of playfull and versatile Italian telescopic halogen table lamp . Rotate in any direction
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Kitsch Brass and Glass Swans Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Kitsch brass and glass table lamp, featuring three art glass swans in pinkish hues.
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Late 20th Century Romantic Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Modern Vintage Black Table Lamp Desk Lamp Rodolfo Bonetto 1980s Italy
By Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern vintage black desk lamp or table lamp or architect lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto 1983 , Italy. A
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Custom Made Vintage Artists Table Lamp in Glass and Brass , Italy 1970 / 1980’s
Located in Trieste, IT
Old 1950's Design table lamp, manufactured in Italy in 1970/80s probably custom made and according
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1980 s glass lamps attributed to Fontana Arté
By Fontana Arte
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1980's pair of glass lamps attributed to Fontana Arte Italy Dimensions without shade / no shade
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Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hala Zeist Halogen Table Lamp Post Modern 1980s Holland
By Hala Zeist
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice futuristic Post Modern Table lamp . Good quality lamp . Halogen ,comes with a good
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Granite, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1980s
Located in High Point, NC
A red granite, brass and off-white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1980s
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Granite, Brass

Pair of 1980s Italian Murano Glass Cone Table Lamps
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Elegant pair of Murano glass lamps crafted in the 1980s with a striking conical form. Each lamp is
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Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage German Postmodern Table Lamp by Lungean + Pellmann, 1980s
By Brilliant Leuchten AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
Filigree table lamp from Brilliant Leuchten based on a design by Lungean + Pellmann from the 1980s
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20th Century German Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Design Table Lamp with Murano Glass Shade, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
Eye-catching design lamp with chrome-plated base and murano glass shade. Very good original
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Midcentury German Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of metal, steel - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Yellow Pencil Table Lamp Pop Art Style, 1980s
By Lightolier
Located in Amityville, NY
Vintage Yellow Pencil Table Lamp Pop Art Style, 1980s. This table lamp, in the form of an oversized
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Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Italian Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy - Made of lacquered metal - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Red Pencil Table Lamp Pop Art Style, 1980s
By Lightolier
Located in Amityville, NY
Vintage Red Pencil Table Lamp Pop Art Style, 1980s. This table lamp, in the form of an oversized
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy - Made of brass, plastic lampshade - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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1980s Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of 1980s table lamps available for sale. Each of these unique 1980s table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. We have 5283 antique and vintage 1980s table lamps in-stock, while there are 107 modern editions to choose from as well. 1980s table lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. 1980s table lamps bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Artemide, Karl Springer and Ettore Sottsass each produced beautiful 1980s table lamps that are worth considering.

How Much are 1980s Table Lamps?

Prices for 1980s table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1980s table lamps begin at $1 and can go as high as $55,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.

Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.

After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.

After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry Sons

Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today

If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.

Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.

Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1980s Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024


    A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

    You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

    Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.

    Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.