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Handel Table Lamp, circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Shade rim impressed Handel PAT'D NO. /979664. Reverse-painted glass and patinated bronze.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Lamp Table

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Art Glass

Ceramic Table Lamp, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Ceramic table lamp vienna around 1920s. It is more a decoration light except than a real table
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Ceramic

Antique Chinese Blue White Table Lamp
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classically elegant timeless vintage Chinese blue and white table lamp having lovely floral
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1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamp Table

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Porcelain

1920 s Celadon Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Denver, CO
A handsome celadon glaze porcelain table lamp refreshed with an acrylic base. Brass ring detail is
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1920s American Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Worcester, GB
Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp Lovely quality Victorian silver plated table
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Late 19th Century British Antique Lamp Table

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Silver Plate

Gothic Style Brass Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Handpicked by buyers at Ann-Morris Inc.
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Late 19th Century British Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Walter Von Nessen Art Deco Table Lamp
By Nessen Studio, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Table lamp designed by Walter Von Nessen c.1930s, USA. The lamp features an aluminum cone shade and
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Carved Wood Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Italian carved wood table lamps with silver and gold leaf finish
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Wood

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of nineteenth century bronze table lamps, French, likely depicting the Three Graces
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19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Pair of Eglomisé Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair circa 1920's French eglomize table lamps with birds motif. Measurements: Height of body: 9
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1920s Antique Lamp Table

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Glass

Antique French Metal Sign Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This antique table lamp was crafted in France around the 1900s. The metal base, featuring a
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Early 1900s French Rustic Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Chinese Celadon 19th Century Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
prunus branches, bamboo and pierced rockwork on a celadon ground, now mounted as a lamp with hand-gilded
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19th Century Chinese Antique Lamp Table

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Porcelain

Carved Porcelain Table Lamp with Tole Lampshade
Located in Montreal, Quebec
This elegant table lamp stands on a white porcelain base with a stunning Chinoiserie motif. Two Old
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Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Antique Lamp Table

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Porcelain, Wood, Parchment Paper

Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s Polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Early Victorian Lacquered Brass Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
An early Victorian lacquered brass table lamp elaborately cast with foliage and scrolls on a tripod
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19th Century Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Folk Art Root Carved Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Folk Art root carved table lamp. This is a very attractive if somewhat unusual piece, it is an
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Early 20th Century Folk Art Antique Lamp Table

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Bog Wood

Ceramic Table Lamp by Jie Ceramics, Sweden
Located in London, GB
Unusual ceramic table lamp in cobalt blue and brown ceramic. The cobalt blue background has a high
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Early 20th Century Swedish Aesthetic Movement Antique Lamp Table

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Ceramic

French 19th Century Empire Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French 19th century Empire style cast bronze table lamp with new linen shade, converted from gas to
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19th Century French Empire Antique Lamp Table

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Metal, Bronze

1940s Adjustable Table or Desk Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Adjustable table or desk lamp with a brass look patina. Made in Poland in the 1940's. Bulbs: 1x E14.
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Early 20th Century Polish Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Art Nouveau Table Lamp, 1910s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful Art Nouveau table lamp. Completely restored, brass refinished Rewired. 1x40W, E25-E27
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Antique Danish Cast Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Søborg, DK
Antique cast bronze table lamp. Amazing quality and casting to the base and stem of the lamp. The
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1910s Danish Late Victorian Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Jugenstil Table Lamp, Vienna, Around 1910s
Located in Wien, AT
Jugenstil table lamp Vienna around 1910s. Brass polished and stove enamelled. Opal glass shade
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1910s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

DEGUE French Art Deco Table Lamp 1920
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Table Lamp by Degué (Compiègne, France), Late 1920s A striking French Art Deco
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

19th Century French Bouillotte Table Lamp
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A late 19th century Louis XV-style Bouillotte table lamp, with original, green, gilt- decorated
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19th Century French Empire Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Antique German Brass Boudoir Candlestick Table Lamp
Located in Malibu, CA
Petite boudoir lamp, circa 1930's. Reeded tubing, original on off switch. Raised on 4 flat feet
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Early 20th Century European Louis XV Antique Lamp Table

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Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Table Lamp - Schneider Carion Collaboration
By Francois Carion, Charles Schneider
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A rare and original Art Deco table lamp, dating from the period, created in collaboration between
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Wrought Iron

A Pair of Fine French Table Lamps
Located in Greenwich, CT
detailing throughout, now as table lamps. Very elaborate neoclassical detailing, including bobeches over
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1830s French Charles X Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

French Art Deco Table Lamp Lalique
By René Lalique
Located in Bridgewater, CT
French Art Deco table lamp by Rene Lalique, with a tulipe-type shade, model "Oxford (Hotel de Paris
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Glass

Pair of 19th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pair of 19th Century Dutch cast iron corbles converted into table lamps with lovely original paint
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19th Century Dutch Antique Lamp Table

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Iron

Pair of Enammeled Bronze Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Turkish table lamps with original patina. Measurements: Height of body: 47
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1920s Turkish Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Daffodil Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze, Lead

Pair of English Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1920's English porcelain table lamps of neoclassic design. Measurements: Height
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Early 20th Century English Antique Lamp Table

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Porcelain

Pair Of Silver Plated Table lamps
By Faraday Son
Located in London, GB
Exceptional quality pair of Edwardian, made directly for electricity lamps. Probably, because of
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Early 1900s British Antique Lamp Table

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Silver Plate, Brass

Aesthetic Movement Slag Glass Bronze Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Astoria, NY
American Tiffany Studios Style Bronze and Slag Glass Table Lamp, early 20th century, with inset
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Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Porcelain Oil Lamps Converted to Table Lamps with Bacchus Masks, circa 1870
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pair of 19th Century French Porcelain Oil Lamps Converted to Table Lamps with Bacchus Masks, circa
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Late 19th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Just Andersen Table Lamp, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
A table lamp by Just Andersen in great vintage condition. It is part of Just Andersens early work
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1920s Danish Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Metal

Pair of Palm Tree Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's Italian marble and gilt metal palm lamps. Measurements: Height of body: 27
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1920s Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Marble, Metal

French Mirror Table Lamp, Painter, ca.1900
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Antique French Figural Table Lamp with Mirror Putto Motif ca. 1900. This unique antique French
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Early 1900s French Antique Lamp Table

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Spelter

Alabaster Figural Table Lamp w/ Dancer
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. early 20th century Alabaster figural table lamp with Dancer.
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Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Table

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Alabaster

Antique Italian Hand Carved Alabaster Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Italian Hand-Carved Alabaster Table Lamp blends early 20th-century floral carving and subtle
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Lamp Table

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Stone

19th Century Cast Iron Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
A metal floor lamp created in 19th century France. Gleaming enigmatic allure, this elegant and time
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19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Iron

Single Antique English Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1900 English single porcelain lamp with floral decoration and gilt details
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Early 1900s English Antique Lamp Table

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Porcelain

Circa 1920s Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in CA, CA
Art Deco early 1920s Lamp with original glass ball shade. Both shade and base are decorated with a
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze, Nickel

Black Industrial Bauhaus Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This black Bauhaus industrial desk lamp with two adjustable joints was made in former
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lamp Table

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Iron

Large French Brass Candlestick Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large French brass candlestick table lamp. This is a very good quality and very heavy piece, the
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Early 20th Century Adam Style Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Extremely Rare Iron Tree Table Lamp
Located in North Miami, FL
Reminiscent of Art Nouveau design - extremely fine iron work makes this a sculptural tree table
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Iron

Pair of French Opaline Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1900 French opaline glass table lamps with gilt details. Measurements: Height of
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Late 19th Century French Antique Lamp Table

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Opaline Glass

Tiffany Studios Herringbone (Zipper) Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Bronx, NY
This Tiffany Studios lamp shade is referred to as a Herringbone or Zipper shade.It has a 16
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Pair of Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamps
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamps - with Tripod Bases on Anthemion Separated Lion Paw Feet - 27
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

Silver Art Deco Banker Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Silver metal Art Deco desk light / banker’s lamp 2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Iron, Nickel

1920 French Pair Silver Plated Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1920 French silver plated pair of table lamps
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1920s French Neoclassical Antique Lamp Table

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Mid-19th Century Brass Oil Lamps Converted to Table Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-19th century brass oil lamps converted to table lamps Measures: 4" x 4" at the base x 16.5
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Lamp Table

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Brass

19th Century Glass Column Antique Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A superb late 19th century faceted glass table lamp, probably by F. C. Osler of Birmingham
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Late 19th Century English Antique Lamp Table

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Cut Glass

1950s Italian Table Lamp by Lariolux
By Lariolux
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned ,polished and rewired - 1x , E26-E27 bulbs - US wiring compatible - signs of use
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Early 17th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lamp Table

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Chrome

Large 1910 Bronze Japanese Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Large 1910 bronze Japanese table lamp.
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1910s Antique Lamp Table

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Bronze

Tall French Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Tall French Art Deco table lamp A very attractive nickel-plated table lamp with vaseline glass
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Lamp Table

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Nickel

Antique Neoclassic Silver Plated Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1920's antique English silver-plated neoclassic style table lamps with original
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1920s English Antique Lamp Table

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Silver Plate, Metal

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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 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify 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 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 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.