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Italian Atomic Table Lamp with Brass Accents, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Italian 1950s table light composed of a lacquered wooden bas with handprinted atomic decor, a brass
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Atomic Table Lamp with Brass Accents, 1950s
Italian Atomic Table Lamp with Brass Accents, 1950s
$281 Sale Price
44% Off
H 15.75 in Dm 7.09 in
Ceramic mid-century table lamp with multi-color accents.
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Ceramic mid-century table lamp with multi-color accents. Ceramic lamp is in good condition. Some
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Brass Tea Caddy Chinoiserie Table Accent Lamp, Vintage 1960s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare vintage accent or table lamp has sculptural rectangular body supported by shaped feet and
Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Brass Tea Caddy Chinoiserie Table Accent Lamp, Vintage 1960s
Brass Tea Caddy Chinoiserie Table Accent Lamp, Vintage 1960s
$416 Sale Price
20% Off
H 12.25 in W 3.5 in D 4.5 in
Artisan Murano Glass Table Lamp with Silver Leaf Accents
By Vetreria Artistica Barovier C.
Located in New York, NY
Murano sommerso clear and white, ribbed glass table lamp with bullicante and gold leaf inclusions
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

Arabescato Marble Nickel Table Accent Lamp by Nessen Studios
By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Stamford, CT
lamp is equipped with dual lamping with a devoted pull-chain on each socket; allowing for just a bit of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal, Nickel

Vintage Porcelain Table Lamp with Gilded Greek Key Accents
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Single porcelain table lamp, having a vase shape of white glass, gilt decoration of two Greek key
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Milk Glass

Midcentury Brass Spindel Table Lamp with Ceramic Flower Accent
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original post war brass spindel brass table Lamp with pink ceramic flower accent as the center
Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Midcentury Brass Spindel Table Lamp with Ceramic Flower Accent
Midcentury Brass Spindel Table Lamp with Ceramic Flower Accent
$411 Sale Price
36% Off
H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in
Pair of 1980s Black Table Lamps with Metallic Accents
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of big table lamps made of black enameled metal with polished details such as the feet and
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp with Brass Accent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired, New Linen Shade Dimensions: 30”H x 9”W x 9”D Shade: 10"H x 15"W x 15"D Materials: Murano Glass, Wood, Brass, New Linen Shade
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ralph Lauren Ceramic Table Lamp with Brass Accents White Shade
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant and timeless, this Ralph Lauren table lamp combines refined design with artisanal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Porcelain Table Lamp with Birds and Brass Accents, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Porcelain Table Lamp with Birds and Brass Accents, 1970s Charming vintage table lamp from
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of White Vetri Murano Table Lamps with Chrome Accents
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL
A striking pair of large-scale table lamps, this set is a quintessential example of 1980s Italian
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Robert Sonneman Style Tri-Globe Table Accent Lamp in Chrome
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Stamford, CT
visionaries of the era was Robert Sonneman, a household name in modernist lighting. This three-globe table
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Large four foot tall Modeline style white cylinder table or floor lamp
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Four foot one inch tall cylinder of soft white accent lighting . Works either as table lamp or
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Modern Volcanic-Inspired Ceramic Table Lamp – Unique Earthy Accent Lighting
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
This handcrafted ceramic lamp is a striking fusion of artistry and function, featuring a sculptural
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Marble Urn Table Lamp with Gold Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 20th-century French lamp features a beautifully crafted base with a rich, earthy
Category

20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

French Brass Glass Accent Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French brass & glass accent lamp. Frost glass shade. Intricate beveled detail through the center
Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Brass 
Glass Accent Lamp
French Brass 
Glass Accent Lamp
$1,500
H 8.25 in W 6.5 in D 3.75 in
Hurricane Lantern Table Lamp Orange Yellow Painted Metal Frame Brass Accents
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Campaign style hurricane lantern table lamp composed of an orange yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century Campaign Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Antique Japanese Cloisonne Accent or Boudoir Table Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
date to approximately 1920 and done in an Anglo-Japanese style. These small accent or 'boudoir' lamps
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Bubble Textured Blue Glass Table Lamps With Brass Accents
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite pair of blue bubble glass gourd-form table lamps with open brass bases of interlocking
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Tubular Table Sculpture Brass Accent Lamp after Mastercraft
By Design Line, Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sculptural table lamp. Studio made by Designline. It features patinated brass construction that
Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Cast Bronze Alabaster Accent Lamp
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A striking cast bronze and alabaster accent lamp after the ancient Greek. The bronze base features
Category

Early 20th Century American Greek Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Cast Bronze 
Alabaster Accent Lamp
Cast Bronze 
Alabaster Accent Lamp
$3,600
H 19 in Dm 9.25 in
Sculptural Mid century Modern Ceramic Table Lamps with Gold Accents, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural Mid century Modern Ceramic Table Lamps with Gold Accents, Pair Offered for sale is a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Expertly Restored - Gerald Thurston Brass Tripod Table Lamp with Walnut Accent
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 26in H x 10in W x 10in D Lamp shade: 10in H x 15in W
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19thc French Napoleon III Amber/ Amethyst Crystal Fruit Table/ Accent Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
19thc French Antique Napoleon III Amber and Amethyst Crystal Fruit Table/ Accent Lamp/ Girandole
Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Vintage Postmodern Table Lamp Black with Teak Wood Accent Empire Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
This vintage postmodern table lamp features black metal base with teak wood accents, empire shade
Category

Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Pair of Hollywood Regency Table Accent Lamps Patinated Brass After Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of striking & chic tubular table lamps made by Designline. These feature heavy all brass
Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Table Lamp with Cylindrical Design Featuring Brass Base and Pearl Accents
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The customizable cylinder structure of this unique table lamp is adorned with intricate brass and
Category

2010s Portuguese Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Monumental Aldo Londi for Bitossi Accented Rimini Blue Pottery Table Lamp, 1950s
By Aldo Londi, Bitossi
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Larger Aldo for Bitossi Incised Rimini Blue Pottery Table Lamp. Featuring a handcrafted glazed
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Smoked Bubble Glass Table Lamps Inner Glowing Accent Light
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Pair of midcentury era Hollywood Regency textured smoked bubble glass table lamps with inner
Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Smoked Glass

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Marcelllo Cuneo Attributed Table or Accent Lamp
By Marcello Cuneo
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This Mid-Century Modern table lamp is unsigned, but presumed to have been designed by Marcello
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Paul Hanson Hand Painted Metal Table Lamp With Asian Accent
Located in Germantown, MD
Paul Hanson metal painted lamp with Asian Accent. Lamp Measures 9" in diameter and 30" Tall to the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sophisticated 1970s Table Lamp with Chrome and Walnut Accents – Art Deco Influen
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Sophisticated 1970s Table Lamp with Chrome and Walnut Accents – Art Deco Influence This refined
Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare Art Nouveau Table Lamp with Ornamental Gem Accents and Velvet Shade
Located in Weesp, NL
Rare Art Nouveau table lamp with ornamental gem accents and velvet shade A striking and unique Art
Category

Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Freeform Abstract Carved Mahogany Table Lamp with Brass Accents, Jascha Heifetz
By Heifetz
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Freeform modernist carved mahogany table lamp and nailhead brass detail by Jascha Heifetz
Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Table Lamp With Ceramic Base and Walnut Toned Wood Accents.
Located in Seattle, WA
Ceramic Base is off White Tinted Green as Pictured. Pleated Tall Lamp Shade is Included
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French Neoclassical Style Opaline Glass Table Lamps with Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
, with brass accents. Created in France during the 20th century, each of this pair of table lamps
Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Organic Modern Ceramic Table Accent Beige and Pink Lamp, Art Studio Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The vintage studio art pottery ceramic table or accent lamp is decorated with textured relief band
Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Handmade Filp Table Lamp in Fluted Plaster with Brass Accents by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
for bedside tables, consoles, or accent corners, the Filp Table Lamp balances subtle sophistication
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Art Deco Revival Twisted Birch Wood Table Lamp with Gold Accents
Located in San Gabriel, CA
accents are revealed in the interior of the lamp.
Category

1990s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century French Porcelain Urn-Shaped Table Lamps / Gilt Gold Accents
Located in Tarry Town, NY
These exquisite mid-20th century French porcelain table lamps feature stunning hand-painted floral
Category

Vintage 1930s French Queen Anne Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

Pair of Deep Brown Laminate Table Lamps with Brass Accents, French 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of 1970s French dark chocolate brown laminate table lamps with brass accents, in the style of
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Handmade Claus Table Lamp in Travertine with Brass Accents by Nolita Harbour
Located in Carvalhosa, PT
The Claus table lamp is a masterful blend of organic materials and contemporary design, offering a
Category

2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Italian modern round base white metal table lamp with silver accents, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern round base white metal table lamp with silver accents, 1970s White table lamp with
Category

Vintage 1970s European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Organic Modern Ceramic Table Accent Lamp, American Art Studio Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Pair of vintage studio art pottery ceramic table or accent lamps is decorated with free-flowing
Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Wood

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Porcelain Table Lamps/Gilt Brass Accents
Located in Tarry Town, NY
These exceptional mid-20th century Italian table lamps are a captivating blend of architectural
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Design Horse Bust Large Sculptural Table Lamp with Brass Accent 1980s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Italian Design Horse Porcelain Sculpture with Brass table Lamp. Ceramic sculptural Italian Design
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

French Hand-Painted Porcelain Table Lamp with a Floral Motif and Gilt Accents
Located in Germantown, MD
This is a vintage French hand-painted porcelain table lamp with a floral motif and gold gilt
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Beaux Arts Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Hollywood Regency Glam Table Sculpture Accent Lamps in Gold Silver
By Maison Jansen, Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of striking & chic tubular table lamps made by Designline. These feature heavy brass and
Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Hollywood Regency Space Age Accent Table Sculpture Lamps in Chrome
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A pair of striking & chic tubular table lamps made by Designline. These feature heavy all brass
Category

2010s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Brass Carved Lamp with Turquoise Accent
Located in Dallas, TX
This ornate brass lamp stands as a single column with raised and lowered layers of patterns to
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Torch Cut Cylindrical Table Lamp or Accent Light
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This hand-crafted table lamp or accent light is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from the
Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Cut Steel

19th Century Italian Fragment Table Lamp in Painted Cream with Gilt Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A 19th century Italian fragment table lamp. This table lamp has been fashioned from a 19th century
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rock Crystal Accent Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Cylinder form rock crystal table lights with polish brass decoration.100w max each. Created by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Abalone

Rock Crystal Accent Lamps by Phoenix
Rock Crystal Accent Lamps by Phoenix
$5,700
H 15 in W 6 in D 6 in
Vintage Art Deco Table Lamp, Chinese, Ceramic, Accent Light, Mid 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Art Deco table lamp. A Chinese, ceramic accent light, dating to the mid 20th
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Egyptian Style Table Lamps with Bronze Accents by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of Egyptian style silver leaf table lamps with bronze accents by Maitland Smith. The
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

PAIR EPIC MODELINE Mid Century Danish Modern Table Lamps ALUMINUM WALNUT 1958
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Peoria, AZ
TABLE LAMPS! The Epitome of Danish Modernism! Simply Beautiful! DIMENSIONS: APPROX. 36" TALL 18
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Accent Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the accent table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every accent table lamp was constructed with great care. There are 823 variations of the antique or vintage accent table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 35 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer accent table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An accent table lamp made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made accent table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Laurel Lamp Company, Modeline Lamp Co. and Dazor are consistently popular.

How Much is a Accent Table Lamp?

Prices for an accent table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $5 and can go as high as $498,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,775.

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 Accent Table Lamp
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Accent tables serve a decorative, rather than a practical, function. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.