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Single Large Bronze Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1900 patinated bronze table lamp. Measurement: Height of body: 27.75".
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Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Table

Jugendst Table Lamp, circa 1908
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendst table lamp, circa 1908 Polished and stove enameled.
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Brass

Antique Jugendst Table Lamp, circa 1908
Jugendst Table Lamp, circa 1908
$949 Sale Price
38% Off
Paul Follot Sculpted Table Lamp
By Paul Follot
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic French Art Deco table lamp in gilt and patinated sculpted wood, by Paul Follot, circa 1922
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Wood

English Victorian Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian decorated porcelain table lamp with armorial crest design and 6 sided base
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Porcelain

Hand Painted Italian Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian hand painted wood table lamps with original patina, circa 1920s. Measurements
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1920s Italian Antique Lamp Table

Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Art Nouveau brass table lamp with head at base and stone inserts on shade.
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Brass

Historistic Table Lamp, circa 1890s
Located in Wien, AT
Historistic table lamp, circa 1890s. Original glass shade. Brass parts polished and stove
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1890s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Brass

Marked Handel Table Lamp Base- W7857
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Marked Handel Table Lamp Base - W7857 We are selling this lamp base for a local estate. It is
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Table

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Copper

Single French Alabaster Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single French circa 1920's alabaster table lamp in neoclassic style with bronze fittings
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1920s Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Alabaster

Vienna Sesession Wooden Table Lamp
By Dagobert Peche
Located in Vienna, AT
Wooden table lamp in the style of Dagobert Peche made in Austria, circa 1910. Powered with one
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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Lamp Table

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Hardwood

Large Antique Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s Italian onyx lamp Measurements: Height of body: 22 Height to shade rest: 32
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1920s Italian Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920s English white porcelain table lamps with griffins on body. Measurements
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1920s English Antique Lamp Table

Pair of Crystal Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1920's French cut crystal table lamps with gilt bronze bases. Measurements Height of body
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1920s French Antique Lamp Table

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Crystal

Sevres Style Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
A French Sevres style hand painted porcelain lamp in Tiffany blue. Decorated with a late 18th
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Pair of Faries Table Lamps
By Faries
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A fantastic pair of Faries adjustable table lamps. Heavy brass, hand polished, original ribbed
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1920s American Industrial Antique Lamp Table

French Chiseled Bronze Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century French oil table lamps, these have been electrified. Measures: 17" Height of
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Silver Plated Neoclassic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A large, 1920s English silver plated table lamp with crest on body. Measuresment: Height of body
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1920s Antique Lamp Table

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Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
table lamps. Measurements: Height of body: 19" Height to shade rest: 32".
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Bronze

Bronze French Candlestick Table Lamp
Located in Tampa, FL
An elegant 19th century French bronze candlestick lamp with pull chain. The cord has a click switch.
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Late 19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

French Hand Painted Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
with the lamp. Total height is 29 inches to the top of the shade, 16.5 to the top of the lamp itself.
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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

French Hand Painted Table Lamp
French Hand Painted Table Lamp
$940 Sale Price
20% Off
American Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Elegant American table lamp with hat in painted metal: charming but with character , with a
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

American Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
American Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
$1,388 Sale Price
22% Off
Table Lamp by Patrick Nordstrom, 1924
By Patrick Nordstrom
Located in Long Island City, NY
Patrick Nordström, table lamp, ceramic. A table lamp by Patrick Nordstrom (1870-1929), Sweden
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Earthenware

Antique Brass Open Twist Table Lamp
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Brass Open Twist Table Lamp English 19th Century Antique Brass Open Twist Table Lamp. A
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19th Century Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

19th Century French Wooden Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French wooden table lamp exudes timeworn elegance with its richly patinated
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Wood

1920 French Opaline Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1920's French Opaline glass table lamps with bronze base
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1920s French French Provincial Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Chinese Wucai Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
A Chinese Wucai Porcelain Vase Lamp with ebonized base. Measures 6" in width, 6" in depth and 17
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamp Table

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Brass, Enamel

19th Century Candelabra Table Lamp
By Francine Villier-levy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century gold leaf elements mounted on a base. This one of a kind large scale table lamp brings
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19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique Lamp Table

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Gold Leaf

19th Century European Wooden Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century European wooden table lamp features a striking base crafted from a naturally aged
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19th Century European Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Wood

Tiffany Studios “Tyler” Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios New York Tyler Leaded Glass and Patinated bronze Table Lamp, Circa 1900 Art Nouveau
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Napoleon III table lamp onix base, enamel champlevé, circa 1900 origin France electrified 220 w
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Early 1900s French Napoleon III Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel
Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Hand-Made Wicker Table Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Arts & Crafts style rattan table lamp with original painting that has been slightly retouched
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1920s American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Table

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Wicker, Rattan

Atlas Globe Samovar Table Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
An impressive table lamp conversion of a 19th century brass copper samovar urn in the Regency
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19th Century English Empire Revival Antique Lamp Table

HINDU HEAD BRASS Table Lamp
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Brass & Wood Hindu Head Lamp with Jewel Detail A striking fusion of spiritual artistry and
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Late 19th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Hotel Vaakuna Brass Table Lamp, Finland 1950s
Located in Kiiminki, FI
Brass & Teak Table Lamp for Hotel Vaakuna Finland, 1950s. Very good vintage condition with great
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Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Austrian painted terracotta figural table lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Austrian painted terracotta figural table lamp in the manner of Goldscheider, modelled as an
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Early 20th Century Austrian Antique Lamp Table

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Terracotta

Amazing Art Nouveau Table Lamp
By Loetz Glass
Located in Munich, DE
Attributed to loetz. New wiring and lamp socket.
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Blown Glass

Itsu, Table Lamp, Brass, Finland, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp produced by Itsu, Finland, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches
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15th Century and Earlier Finnish Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Fratelli Toso Murine Table Lamp, 1900s
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Glass murine and bronze table lamp by Fratelli Toso, Murano, Venice, Italy, 1900s. Glass drops
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Large Greek Amphora Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A large circa 1920s hand painted and glazed Greek-revival ceramic amphora converted to lamp
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1920s Antique Lamp Table

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Ceramic

Early 20thC Ormolu and Marble Table Lamp
Located in Altrincham, GB
Early 20thC Ormolu and Marble Table Lamp, with leaf moulded decoration - The lampshade(s) are newly
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1920s English Antique Lamp Table

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Marble, Ormolu

Antique French Glazed Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A richly painted, glazed and parcel gilt gas table lamp, converted to electricity, with gilded
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Serge Roche Grotto Shell Plaster Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serge Roche Style Grotto She’ll Plaster Table Lamp. All original details and hand craftsmanship
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Plaster

19th Century Cut Crystal Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
19th Century Cut Crystal Table Lamp This is a very pretty piece, the base of the lamp is made
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19th Century Victorian Antique Lamp Table

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Crystal, Brass

Pair of Celadon Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's Chinese celadon 'moon' vases mounted as lamps with brass bases
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1920s Chinese Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Porcelain

Superb Cloisonné Baluster Urn Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Superb Cloisonné Baluster Urn Table Lamp A French cloisonné baluster urn Table Lamp, this is is
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1920s Chinoiserie Antique Lamp Table

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Enamel

1920/30 s Brass Table Lamp
Located in Altrincham, GB
1920/30's Brass Table Lamp in the form of a Neoclassical Corinthian Capped Reeded Column on a
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1920s Neoclassical Revival Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Superb French Table Lamp Modelled on a Paris Street Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Superb French Table Lamp Modelled on a Paris Street Lamp An Exhibition Stand Alone Piece, made in
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1910s Aesthetic Movement Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Kashmiri Table Lamp, England circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
India, 1920 Carved wood and lacquer lamp with hand painted floral motif and newly made linen shade
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1920s Indian Antique Lamp Table

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Vintage Table Lamp, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Table Lamp is an original design lamp realized in Early 20th Century. Metal and Glass
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Art Nouveau Vintage Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Art Nouveau Table Lamp Ceramic 26.25 h x 7 diameter at widest point Preowned vintage unrestored No
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Ceramic

Antique Italian Polished Alabaster Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Antique Italian Alabaster Table Lamp with polished alabaster base and urn-shaped design, featuring
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Alabaster

Antique Cranberry Crystal Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Cranberry Crystal Table Lamps - Pair This pair of ornate cranberry glass electric table
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Early 20th Century American Country Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Metal

English Adam Style Wedgwood Porcelain Table Lamp
By Wedgewood
Located in Queens, NY
English Adam style (19th Century) green & white Wedgwood porcelain urn shaped table lamp with
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19th Century British Adam Style Antique Lamp Table

Murano glass table lamp Paolo Venini
By Paolo Venini
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Paolo Venini’s glass table lamp is a stunning piece of art, crafted with exquisite Murano glass
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Mid-19th Century Italian International Style Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Glass

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a very unique lamp. The base is ceramic and has a g Murano glass shade.
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

Materials

Ceramic, Murano Glass

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp
French Art Nouveau Table Lamp
$1,170 Sale Price
53% Off
Wooden Carousel Horses Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1920s French toy carousel horses mounted as lamps, original patina., bases covered in
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Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Table

Pair of Celadon Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1920s French celadon lamps with silver plated mounts. Measures: 15.5 heigth of body
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1920s French Antique Lamp Table

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Antique Lamp Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique lamp table available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and ceramic, every antique lamp table was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the antique lamp table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique lamp table made by Art Nouveau designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique lamp table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany Studios, Edward F. Caldwell Co. and Bradley Hubbard produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Lamp Table?

Prices for an antique lamp table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $575,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,348.

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 Antique Lamp Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An 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, 2023
    One 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 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 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
    The 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, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    A 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, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
    In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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.