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1940s Pink Murano Spiral Glass Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A Murano glass column lamp, composed of pale pink glass, the stem twisted in a spiral form
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Murano Glass
1940s Alabaster Lamp with Rose Carvings from France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s Alabaster lamp with rose shaped carvings from France.
Category
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Huge Blood-Orange
White Colored Metal Table Lamps, Europe, Late 1940s
Located in London, GB
, Netherlands or Germany) in the late 1940s.
The lamps are made entirely of metal making their material as
Category
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal
Danish Art Deco, Round Stoneware Table Lamp, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
An early 20th century round ceramic table lamp with black glaze. Made in Denmark. A beautiful
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Rare Pair of Ercole Barovier Rostrato table lamps. Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
This rare pair of table lamps, crafted by Ercole Barovier in Italy during the 1940s, showcases the
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
French 1940s Gilded Bronze and Gunmetal Large Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
A gilded bronze and gunmetal large floor lamp, the tripod base supporting a stem with a twisted
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Bronze
Black and brass gold desk lamp model N71 by Eileen Gray for Jumo, France 1940s
By Eileen Gray
Located in Zaandam, NL
desk lamp is in good condition considering its age, this is also one of the earliest editions with the
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare Pair of Ercole Barovier Rostrato table lamps. Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition for this rare pair of Ercole Barovier rostrato table lamps produced in
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Czech Chrome Bauhaus Table Lamps, Original Condition, 1940s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Czech Bauhaus lamps.
Original very well preserved condition. New electrification
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage French Floral Metal
Enamel Two Socket Table Lamp C.1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage French floral metal & enamel two socket table lamp c.1940s
Lovely lamp with hand crafted
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal
Ercole Barovier, Mid-Century table lamp in bullicante murano glass. Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition with normal trace of age and use for this small table lamp made from brass
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
Art Deco, Pair of Murano Glass Table Lamps by Barovier, Italy, 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Catania, CT
Fair vintage condition with patina on the brass, no chips or cracks. Made from Clear Murano glass and brass. The inclination of the glass head can be regulated through a brass joint....
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Alabaster
Milk Glass Table Lamp, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Czechoslovakia in the 1940's. The lamp was restored and has new wiring. Bulbs: 2x E25-E27. US plug adapter
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Alabaster, Chrome
Murano Glass Amethyst and Pink Glass Floor Lamp Attributed to Venini
By Venini
Located in Troy, MI
Attributed to Venini, this circa 1940s floor lamp features a metal base with three amethyst colored
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Hardrock Maple
Spun Aluminum Torchère Floor Lamp by Russel Wright
By Russel Wright
Located in San Diego, CA
1940s. Overall, the lamp is in good vintage condition with some wear to the finish on the maple base
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Antique Abacus Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s Chinese abacus mounted as lamps with bronze details.
Measures: Height of body 20
Category
1920s Chinese Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
Pair of Elegant French Candleabra Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very unusual pair of French candleabra, electrified and transformed into lamps in the 1940s
Category
19th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Table lamp by Édouard-Wilfred Buquet
By Édouard-Wilfred Buquet
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Édouard-Wilfred Buquet table lamp, France circa 1920s
very little is known about this Modernist
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
Pair of Pink Rock Crystal Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1940s French rock crystal lamps with gilt wooden bases. The crystals with a very soft pink
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Large 50s Spider-Shaped Lamp ‘Lucky Charm’ in Iron Copper and Chiseled Glass
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
that shines as brightly as it did over half a century ago.
item. wall or ceiling lamp.
period. 1940s
Category
1650s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Copper, Iron
Large 50s Spider-Shaped Lamp ‘Lucky Charm’ in Iron Copper and Chiseled Glass
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
that shines as brightly as it did over half a century ago.
item. wall or ceiling lamp.
period. 1940s
Category
1650s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Copper, Iron
A French Mirror End Table, Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1940'S mirrored side, cocktail, or lamp table with canted sides and mirrored tapered legs.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Rare Copper Plated Holophane Industrial Hanging Pendant Lights, Pair
By Holophane
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This industrial yet elegant hanging lamp from the 1940s features a Holophane glass shade. These
Category
1920s Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Copper
French Bronze Nude and White Alabaster Table Lamp, Circa 1940
s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
French Art Nouveau Bronze nude and white Alabaster vanity table lamp, Circa 1940's.
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Alabaster, Bronze
1940s Unique Small Table Lamp from Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare small Italian table lamp made of metal and cut glass. Bulb: 1x 1 E14. US plug adapter included.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Birch Burl Wood Table Lamp, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Art Deco hand lathed birch burl wood table lamp, Sweden, 1940s.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Burl
Oxblood Burgundy Red Ceramic Table Lamp Art Deco 1940s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage sculptural lamp with a red burgundy oxblood glaze features elaborate Art Deco style
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Art Deco Table Lamp, 1940s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tulip-shaped copper table lamp, standing on a wooden base.
Measures: Height 50 cm.
Diameter 30 cm.
Category
1920s Belgian Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Copper
Sgraffito Hand-painted Majolica Table Lamp with Handles, Italy 1920s-1940s
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
late 1920s to mid 1940s.
The lamp is fully operational; it appears to be outfitted with a new socket
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
French 1940s Glass Stem and Nickeled Bronze Torchère or Floor Lamp
Located in New York City, NY
tripodal scroll detail atop a circular polished, nickeled bronze stepped base.
This standing lamp feels
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Signed American Arts
Crafts Glazed Blue Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Art Studio matte glazed matte blue stoneware single bedside table lamp, circa 1940s. Featuring a
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Stoneware
Poul Hansen Opaline Milk Glass Ormolu White Table Lamp, Pierced, Lattice Bronze
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Regency lamp. C. 1940s. Labelled. The Paul Hanson Lighting Company began in the 1920's and as a
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Milk Glass, Opaline Glass
Original Pre War Hadrill
Horstmann Counterpoise Lamp Period Paint
Patina
By Hadrill
Horstman
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original circa 1940’s Hadrill & Horstmann counterpoise drum
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Steel
Antique Victorian Height Adjustable Brass Floor Standing Lamp Gas to Electric
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
would have had a gas lantern however it was converted to electric around the 1940's
The lamp has been
Category
1880s English High Victorian Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hand Painted Qing Dynasty 100 Bats Porcelain Vase Table Lamps circa 1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of hand painted Qing dynasty porcelain vase table lamps, circa 1910s-1940s
Gorgeous hand
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Porcelain
World War Era U.S. Navy Ship Lantern Lamp, circa 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
This is an original U.S. Navy ship lantern light. The light has a switch on the back on
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Steel
Seguso, Mid-century Gold Murano glass flowers ceiling lamp. Italy 1940s
By Seguso
Located in Catania, CT
Italian Seguso Murano glass ceiling lamp from '40. Very good vintage conditions with normal trace
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Murano Glass
1940s Italian Murano Circular Glass Chandelier with Leaf style of Barovier&Toso
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Rümmingen, BW
the style of Barovier's lamps from the 1940s. Even though it is over 80 years old, the design of this
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Bronze and Milk Glass Sunburst Flower Flush Mount
Located in Barcelona, ES
Elegant Art Deco sunburst shaped engraved and molded bronze ceiling lamp, France, 1930s-1940s
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Milk Glass Starburst Sunburst Flush Mount
Located in Barcelona, ES
An exceptional Art Deco starburst shaped engraved and molded bronze ceiling lamp, France, 1930s
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Bronze
French Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Milk Glass Starburst Sunburst Flush Mount
Located in Barcelona, ES
An exceptional Art Deco starburst shaped engraved and molded bronze ceiling lamp, France, 1930s
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Bronze
Tall 19th C. Italian Marble Table Lamp
Located in Washington, DC
deeply carved foliate details. Probably wired in the 1940's, lamp retains its original vintage hardware
Category
19th Century Italian Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Marble
1940s Figurative Table Lamp of Brass-Inlaid Wood
Located in Dorchester, MA
Dating to 1940s China, this table lamp features expressive figures on horseback, carved of polished
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Metal
Industrial Danish Bauhaus Desk Lamp, 1930s-1940s
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Fully adjustable Bauhaus style desk lamp in metallic dark grey color. Raw industrial look with
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Bauhaus Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Scandinavian Brass and Wood Table Lamp, 1930s-1940s
Located in Vordingborg, DK
Brass and wood table lamp, Scandinavia 1930-40s
Adjustable lamp shade.
Fine vintage condition
Category
Early 20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Brass
Pair of Porcelain Oxblood
Sang de Boeuf
Lamps, circa 1920s-1940s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of porcelain oxblood (Sang de Boeuf) lamps, circa 1920s-1940s
Brand new wiring.
Category
Early 20th Century Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Porcelain
Silvered Bronze Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Very sophisticated pair of French silver bronze lamps. From the 1940s with custom linen shades.
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
$6,900
Pr Milk Glass Table Lamps
Located in Culver City, CA
A pair of American cylinderical shape milk glass table lamps circa 1940's. Jefferson West Antiques
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique 1940S Lamp
19thc Quan Wan Carved Budda as Lamp
Located in Charlotte, NC
Stunning Edward I Farmer Created this Fabulous Lamp in 1940's-50's. Base is Vintage Brass with
Category
19th Century Antique 1940S Lamp
Pair of 19th cent. bronze candlestick lamps signed Gagneau
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
"Gagneau et Cie" recently made into bouillotte lamps. The painted tole shades are 1940's or 1950's. These
Category
19th Century French Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Tôle
Saturn Ceiling Lamp Original 1930s-1940s
Located in Lund, SE
An original Saturn ceiling lamp 1930s-1940s edition. Acid matted pattern to the flat glass ring
Category
Early 20th Century European Antique 1940S Lamp
Materials
Chrome
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Find many varieties of an authentic antique 1940s lamp available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every antique 1940s lamp was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique 1940s lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique 1940s lamp made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique 1940s lamp over the years, but those crafted by Jacques Adnet, Barovier&Toso and Alfred Müller, AMBA are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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An antique 1940s lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,750, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $9,000.
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Questions About Antique 1940S Lamp
- What is a 1940s style dress?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
- What is an antique student lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
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