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Memphis Stilplast Halogen Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Stilplast Mwmphis Adjustable Table Lamp Italy 1980s
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Italian Designer Table Lamp Shaped like a Light Bulb, 1980s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large Italian designer table lamp shaped like a light bulb. 1980s.
Measures: 42 x 34 cm
In
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Design Brass Table Lamp, Germany, 1980s
By VEB Narva
Located in Praha, CZ
- Germany, 1980s
- Perfect original condition
- Opaline glass
- Manufacturer: VEB Narva.
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$397 Sale Price
20% Off
Fontana Arte Thor glass table lamp , 1980s Italy
By Fontana Arte
Located in Delft, NL
Fontana Arte Thor glass table lamp , 1980s Italy
Dimensions: 20,5cm Height , 33cm Width , 11,5cm
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Iridescent Carpie Nove Porcelain Table Lamp Gold Pink Mid-Century 1980s Italy
Located in London, GB
A large pastel pink and ivory table lamp by the Italians masters of porcelain Carpie Nove, shaped
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
VeArt Murano Opaline Glass Large Table Lamp with Striped Collars, Italy 1980s
By VeArt
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Manufactured by the Italian firm VeArt during the 1980s, this table lamp features a clean vertical
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Murano Glass
Postmodern Danish Model Rappe Louis Table Lamp by Alfred Homann, 1980s
By Alfred Homann
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant desk lamp from the Danish lighting manufacturer Louis Poulsen based on a design by Alfred
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1980s Vintage Art Deco Revival Grey Table Lamp
Located in San Gabriel, CA
1980s Vintage Art Deco Revival Grey and White Speckled Table Lamp
31” H x 21” W at shade’s widest
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Plaster, Paint
$300 Sale Price / item
20% Off
"Bikini" Adjustable Table Lamp by Barbieri
Marianelli for Tronconi Italy 1980s
By Tronconi
Located in Rome, IT
Black "Bikini" adjustable table lamp designed by Barbieri and Marianelli for Tronconi Milano, Italy
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1980s Glass Globe Table Lamp , 3items available
Located in Praha, CZ
- Cleaned polished and rewired
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
- 1x , E26-E27bulb
- US wiring compatible
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Modern Vintage Mushroom Metal Plastic Grey Table Lamp RAAK Netherlands, 1980s
By RAAK
Located in Vienna, AT
This vintage table lamp by RAAK, Netherlands, 1980s, was made of stainless steel, brown plastic and
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modern Green Metal Clamp-On Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern green metal clamp-on table lamp, 1980s
Green metal clamp-on table lamp
Category
Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Model Ara Table Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos, 1980s
By Flos
Located in Hamburg, DE
to the striking shape, the lamp has a very special, functional detail in the form of a hidden switch
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Stefano Cevoli Midcentury Gold-Plated Metal Italian Table Lamp
Meridiana
1980s
By Paolo Piva, Stefano Cevoli
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury 'Meridiana' gold-plated metal halogen table lamp. This fantastic piece was
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Table Lamps by Caprani Light, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Green Ceramic Table Lamps designed by Mads Caprani in the 1980s.
* Set (2) green
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
1980s Murano Glass Italian Design Set of Three Table Lamps
Located in Brescia, IT
White frosted glass
Perfect working order
Perfect condition
Measures: H 41 / 26 cm.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Milk Glass
Black Scintilla Table Lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Black Scintilla table lamp, designed in 1984 by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte.
The structure
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Vintage Chrome "Mushroom" Table Lamps, 1980s
Located in Beirut, LB
This pair of vintage Art Deco-style table lamps is a stunning example of mid-century design
Category
Late 20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Italian postmodern table lamps red and golden wood with fabric lampshades, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian postmodern table lamps red and golden wood with fabric lampshades, 1980s
Pair of square
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Vintage Postmodern Space Age Spring Table Lamps, 1980s
By Massive Lighting
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern table lights from the Belgian manufacturer massive.
A simple spotlight head sits at the
Category
20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Arteluce table lamp Donald design King
Miranda 1980s
By Arteluce
Located in Parma, IT
Donald table lamp Arteluce design King-Miranda 1980s.
Painted metal structure with plastic flap
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Zen Table Lamp by Sergio
Oscar Devesa for Metalarte, 1980s
By Sergi
Oscar Devesa
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rare table light from the Spanish manufacturer Metalarte after a design by Sergio & Oscar Devesa
Category
20th Century Spanish Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
FS Halogen desk lamp 1980s Germany
Located in Den Haag, NL
Typical 80s articulated table lamp .Halogen 2 light strengths.
good condition .
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
1980s Sculptural Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp on Lucite Base, Signed and Numbered
Located in Miami, FL
1980s Sculptural Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp on Lucite Base, Signed and Numbered
Offered for sale is
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Black Table Lamp Stringa by Hans Ansems for Luxo Italiana, 1980s
By Hans Ansems, Luxo
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Black Stringa table lamp created by Dutch designer Hans Ansems and manufactured by Luxo Italiana in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Postmodern Circo Table Lamp by Linke Plewa, 1980s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This striking red and black table lamp is a prime example of 1980s postmodern design. Exceptionally
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Lancetti Milano table lamp Modernist murano glass , 1980s
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in La xara, VC
A Lancetti Milano table lamp in Murano glass appears to combine the high fashion influence of
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
$741 Sale Price
36% Off
Italian Venetian Flame Table Lamp in blown Murano Glass yellow orange 1980s
Located in Villaverla, IT
manufacture is dated 1980s.
The table lamp is in very excellent conditions, as documented in the pictures
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1980s HB Glass Holland Mushroom Speckled Frosted Satin Table Lamps
Located in London, England
Pair of 1980s space-age frosted speckled satin glass mushroom lamps with a conical concertina base
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Rosenthal Studio-Line. Porcelain table lamp, Germany, 1980s
By Capo Di Monte, Cerámicas BONDIA, Rosenthal, J.J. Kändler, Studiolinea
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Porcelain table lamp by Studio-Line for Rosenthal, Germany, 1980s. Hand-painted porcelain piece
Category
Vintage 1980s German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Art Nouveau Lamp, Patinated Bronze and Stained Glass, Tiffany style, 1980
s
By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
reserved for a handful of wealthy enthusiasts or institutions.
Lamps from the 1970s-1980s, such as this
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Ingo Maurer. Lamp model “Bibibibi”. 1980s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ingo Maurer, par.
“Bibibibi” model lamp. Shaft representing red bird legs, with its adjustable
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Murano Glass Black and White Table Lamp by Res, Italy, 1980s
By Res
Located in Milan, IT
Black and white glass table lamp manufactured by Res.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Robert Kostka Brass handmade Table lamp 1980s France
By Robert Kostka
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice unique handmade Copper table lamp . by Robert Kostka France 1980s
comes with its
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Asshoff Blue Glazed Ceramic Lamp, 1980s
By Ingeborg and Bruno Asshoff 1
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful organic blue glazed ceramic table lamp with a wild silk shade by Ingeborg und Bruno
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
Table Lamp Luxo Mod, One Design Isao Hosoe Vintage 1980s Italy
By Luxo, Isao Hosoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
A Luxo ‘One’ table lamp by Isao Hosoe. It has a marking to bottom which also includes ‘Made in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
$617 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Midcentury glass Table Lamps, 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s
- good condition
- Glasses with bubbles
jr.
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Plastic
1980s Romolo Lanciani
Tender
Glass Table Lamp for Tronconi in Red
By Tronconi, Romolo Lanciani
Located in Glendale, CA
1980s Romolo Lanciani 'Tender' Glass Table Lamp for Tronconi in Red
Executed in opaline glass and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
White Caterpillar Table Lamp by Ole Pless-jørgensen, Nordisk Solar, 1980s
By Ole Pless
Located in Esbjerg, DK
- Spage age table light
- Shaped like a worm or caterpillar or industrial pipe
- Designed by
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Minimalist Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Design Table Lamp by Kamenicky Senov, 1980s
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
Restored, new black paint.
Minor defect on a shade seen on photo.
Rewired: 2x40W, E25-E27 bulb
US plug adapter included.
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1980s Bikini Table Lamp by Barbieri
Marianelli for Tronconi. Made in Italy
By Tronconi
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Bikini Table Lamp by Barbieri & Marianelli for Tronconi. Made in Italy. The lamp works
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Modern Design Table Lamp Model 1911 in Stained Wood, Markslöjd, Sweden 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Helsinki, FI
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern table lamp model 1911 by Markslöjd, Sweden, made in the second half
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of White
Gold Ceramic Table Lamps
Shades by Stefano Cevoli, 1980s
By Stefano Cevoli
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Pair of White & Gold Ceramic Table Lamps & Shades by Stefano Cevoli, Italian, 1980s
Vintage pair
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Postmodern German Glass Table Lamp and Vase Set, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern German Glass Table Lamp and Vase Set from Ambiente Schott Zwiesel, 1980s, Set of 2, in
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
1980s Memphis Style
Conica
Pale Yellow Glass Table Lamp for Artemide
By Alessandro Mendini, Artemide
Located in Glendale, CA
1980s Memphis Style 'Conica' Pale Yellow Glass Table Lamp for Artemide. Designed by Alessandro
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Art Glass
Murano table lamp Idra by Rosanna Toso for Leucos, Italy 1980s
By Leucos, Rosanna Toso
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
manifested in various sizes and colors, gracing interiors as exquisite table lamps and sconces. The artistic
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Robert Kostka handmade Star Table lamp 1980s France
By Robert Kostka
Located in Den Haag, NL
Unique Handmade Copper table lamp . design by Robert Kostka 1980s
France .Star shaped ,one off
Category
Vintage 1980s French Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of 3 Italian Brass Table Lamps, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 3 Italian brass table lamps, 1980s
Found in a noble apartment, they are intact and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,361 / set
Pink Murano Table Lamp Italy 1980s Woman
s Hat Murano Lamp
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Fantastic large table lamp in pink Murano glass in the shape of a woman's hat. Made in Italy in the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
1980s Design Stefano Cevoli Table Lamp Produced by Vermezzo Made in Italy
By Stefano Cevoli
Located in Krefeld, DE
Very nice Memphis style table lamp from the 1980's Design Stefano Cevoli and produced by Vermezzo
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$658 Sale Price
20% Off
Set of 2 Vintage Italian Postmodern Meridiana Table Lamps by Paolo, 1980s
By Stefano Cevoli
Located in Hamburg, DE
Set of 2 Vintage Italian Postmodern Meridiana Table Lamps by Paolo Francesco Piva for Stefano
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Frans Schrofer Doppia Halogen Table lamp 1980s Holland
By Frans Schrofer
Located in Den Haag, NL
Rare designer table lamp from the 1980s by designer Frans Schrofer.
Manufactured by Scanlight
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1980s Chrome Ball Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A chic pair of 1980s chrome ball lamps. Double sockets, excellent quality, labeled Norman Perry
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$3,360 / set
Italian Modern gray Dove Table Lamp by Barbaglia and Colombo for Paf, 1980s
By PAF Studio, Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern gray table lamp Dove by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for Paf, 1980s
Adjustable
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Post Modern Massive Belgium , 1980’s
By Massive Lighting
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 60 cm H, 40cm Diameter
Material: Metal , Glass
Color: White, Bronze
Manufacturer: Massive
Origin: Belgium
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1980s Brass Pink Enamel Table Lamp Memphis Vintage Retro Kids Room 1970s
Located in London, GB
A lovely brass and millennial pink pastel enamel table lamp, with a burgundy pyramidal pleated
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$492 Sale Price
20% Off
Minibox Table Lamp by Gae Aulenti
Piero Castiglioni for Stilnovo, Italy, 1980s
By Stilnovo, Gae Aulenti
Located in Milano, IT
The 'Minibox' table lamp, conceived by Gae Aulenti and Piero Castiglioni in the 1980s, is a
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023The 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, 2023The 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.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To 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.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How 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.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table 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.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet 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.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your 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.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How 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 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023There 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2024To 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, 2023The 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024The 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, 2024To 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.
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This 1950s Paavo Tynell Chandelier Got a Glow-Up
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
These Designer Light Fixtures Are Total Scene Stealers
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
My Father Was Obsessed with This French Art Deco Tiger Lamp
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Hans Bergström’s Monumental Chandeliers Are Made for Grand Spaces
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
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