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Chinese Black Glazed Porcelain Lamp With Gilt Metal Mounts
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome Chinese black porcelain vase is mounted with gilt metal fittings.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Vieux Paris Porcelain Lamps, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique Vieux Paris Porcelain lamps, circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair Antique Japanese Satsuma Porcelain Lamps, Circa 1890-1910
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique Japanese satsuma porcelain lamps, circa 1890-1910.
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Louis Philippe table lamp, Paris porcelain style circa 1850
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Louis Philippe table lamp, Paris porcelain style circa 1850
ceramic height alone: 30 cm
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Vintage Boho Glazed Porcelain Dragon Relief Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with eclectic charm using this striking pair of vintage porcelain lamps
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Metal
Antique German Carl Thieme Meissen Dresden Porcelain Banquet Lamp
By Carl Thieme
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 19th – early 20th century Carl Thieme Meissen / Dresden porcelain two light table lamp
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$822 Sale Price
30% Off
Mid-Later 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Blue
White Jar Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-later 19th century Chinese porcelain blue & white jar, now as a lamp. Large covered jar with of
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Porcelain and glass monkeys table lamp. Germany, circa 1920.
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Porcelain and glass monkeys table lamp. Germany, circa 1920.
Category
1920s German Art Deco Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Pair of Antique Vieux Paris Porcelain Lamps, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Antique Vieux Paris Porcelain lamps, circa 1880.
Category
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Table Lamps with Porcelain Base, China Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of table lamps with polychrome painted porcelain vases as lamp bases and white fabric shades
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Fabric
Porcelain Hand-Painted Urn Table Lamp, Victorian Flowers Decor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking large antique or vintage table lamp features urn shaped porcelain body with two ornate
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Antique Chinese Blue And White Porcelain Vase As Lamp
Located in Norwood, NJ
Chinese 19th century porcelain vase converted as a lamp. Hand painted with a bird amongst a fruit
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Lamp in Imari Porcelain and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lamp in Imari porcelain and gilded bronze in ovoid shape surmounted by a collar. Panse adorned with
Category
1880s Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Antique Pair of French Bleu Celeste Sèvres Vases Lamps, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
burning mounts, circa 1870 in date.
The lamps have cylindrical and tapering porcelain bodies, which are
Category
1870s French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Japanese Decorated Porcelain and Brass Table Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Japanese Decorated, figural painted Porcelain and Brass Table Lamps, Circa early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Capodimonte Porcelain Table Lamp, Hand Painted with Cherubs
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Impressive Italian antique capodimonte porcelain lamp. Hand made and hand painted with dancing
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Bronze-Mounted French Porcelain Lamps, circa 1885
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bronze-mounted French porcelain covered vases mounted as lamps, circa 1885.
Signed
Category
1880s Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Pair 19th Century Famille Verte Chinese Porcelain Lamps
Located in Bradenton, FL
Rare pair decorated with court figures engaged in leisurely pursuits, on carved wood bases. Bright vivid and colorfully hand painted motif. Please note shade is not included.
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$2,340 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Vintage French Bisque White Porcelain Maritime Figural Cherubs Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Bisque White Porcelain Maritime Figural Cherubs Table Lamp. Circa Early 20th Century
Category
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of porcelain and gilt bronze lamps, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Gagneau, signed.
Pair of porcelain and bronze lamps, baluster shape. Ox blood colored
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Sampson Armorial Porcelain Urn as Lamp
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
table lamp. It has been raised on a stepped gilt base, circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century French Other Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Bottle Shape Cobalt Blue Table Lamp
Located in Southampton, NJ
Antique Chinese porcelain bottle shape Cobalt blue table lamp with flared mouth and thick glaze
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bronze Mounted French Porcelain Lamps, circa 1875
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bronze-mounted French Porcelain Lamps, circa 1875.
Category
1870s French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Pair of English Porcelain "Mason
s Stoneware" Lamps, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English porcelain "Mason's Stoneware" lamps, circa 1820.
Category
1820s British Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Chinoiserie Porcelain Lamps with Ormolu Mounts
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair of antique chinoiserie porcelain lamps with ormolu mounts. Possibly Samson. These are very
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique 19th Century Chinese Mirror Black Porcelain Jar Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A stunning antique Chinese porcelain 19th century jar, as a lamp. The porcelain jar is in a Mirror
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Blue And White Porcelain Vase As Lamp
Located in Norwood, NJ
Chinese 19th century porcelain blue and white vase converted as a lamp. Hand painted with Chinese
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Lamp in Japanese Porcelain and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Baluster-shaped Japanese porcelain lamp with floral decoration, in blue tones. Gilt bronze mount
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Chinese Porcelain Monochrome Vase Mounted as a Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Of archaistic form with brown craquelure overall and broad matte band with low relief decoration; mounted on a turned giltwood base and fitted with gold-lacquered brass adjustable ro...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass
Pair of Fleur-de-Lis Motif Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large circa 1920s French porcelain table lamps with gilt details and a fleur-de-lis motif
Category
1920s French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$6,200 / set
Pair French Ormolu Mounted Chinese Lavender Ground Porcelain Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Porcelain Lamps on French Ormolu Mounts. Each lamp is of bulbous form with a gorgeous light lavender ground
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Antique Neoclassical Paris Porcelain Vases as Lamps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A Pair of Hand Painted neoclassical French Porcelain lamps. The porcelain urns with gilt cartouches
Category
1870s French Neoclassical Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Brass
Lamp in Imari Porcelain and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lamp in Imari porcelain and gilded bronze, adorned with flowers and foliage, in shades of saffron
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Large Asian Porcelain Sang de boeuf Vase mounted as Lamp
Located in Greenwich, CT
A superb large sang de boeuf or oxblood Chinese Porcelain baluster vase, with vibrant depth of
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th Century Renaissance St. Porcelain and Ormolu Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
colored porcelain and ormolu lamp. The lamp is raised by a beautiful finely detailed circular ormolu base
Category
19th Century French Renaissance Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Lamp in Imari Porcelain and Gilt Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Baluster shaped lamp with Imari decor in porcelain and gilt bronze. Body adorned with red flower
Category
19th Century Japonisme Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Pair of
Japonsime
Blue Porcelain Vases Mounted as Lamps
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Pair Of 'Japonsime' Gilt-Bronze-Mounted Powder-Blue Porcelain Vases, Mounted As Lamps. By
Category
19th Century French Japonisme Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
French Chinoiserie Turquoise-Blue Porcelain Encrier Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
The underside of the cherry-blossom decorated palanquin forming the shade over the court figure with phoenix resting on the gilt-bronze mounted carton Pierre panel.
Category
Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
$4,640 Sale Price
53% Off
Antique Chinese Blue And White Porcelain Vase As Lamp
Located in Norwood, NJ
Chinese 19th century porcelain vase converted as a lamp. Hand painted with a bird amongst a fruit
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wood
Pate-Sur-Pate Porcelain Table Lamp with Bronze Mount
By Minton
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pate-sur-pate porcelain table lamp with bronze mount.
The art of porcelain relief decoration is
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$4,125 Sale Price
50% Off
Pair of English Regency Porcelain and Glass Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of English Regency style (19th Century) porcelain table lamps with cranberry glass font and
Category
19th Century English Regency Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Antique Hand Painted Chinese Cutout Porcelain Wig Stand Table Lamp 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Hand Painted Chinese Cutout Porcelain Wig Stand Table Lamp 19thC
Measures - 24 1/2" x 14 1
Category
19th Century American Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
$600 Sale Price
20% Off
Petite French table lamp bronze and porcelain on marble base
Located in Houston, TX
The petite size with porcelain accents makes this
Piece special. It has two lights with custom
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Capodimonte Porcelain Double Socket Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century capodimonte porcelain double socket table lamp
Beautiful hand painted
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
French 19th century Porcelain, Gilt Metal and Ormolu Bouillotte lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
the lamp's central shaft featuring Gilt Metal leaves and Saxe Porcelain flowers growing toward the
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Antique Porcelain Hand-Painted Urn Table Lamp, Victorian Decor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Striking large antique lamp features urn shaped porcelain body with two ornate decorative twin
Category
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Pair of Canton Porcelain and Bronze Lamps, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Canton porcelain lamps, with a motif of flowers, leaves and small birds. Frame in gilded
Category
1880s Chinese Napoleon III Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
English Victorian Armorial Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Export Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Victorian Armorial Porcelain Hand Painted Chinese Export Table Lamp with Coat of
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Exceptional Porcelain Lamp with Original Oil Burner, circa 1900
Located in Sofia, BG
Exceptional porcelain lamp with original oil burner, bronze fitting and engraved opaline glass ball
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Opaline Glass
$2,848 Sale Price
25% Off
Chinese Celadon Porcelain Table Lamp on a Teak Base
Located in Queens, NY
"Asian Chinese style (19th Century) celadon porcelain lamp with blue figural scene and mounted on a
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Teak
Antique Meissen Porcelain German Figural Lighted Candlestick Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning Antique German Porcelain Figural Electrified White & Gold Candlestick Table Lamps
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
French Empire Paris Porcelain Vase Converted into a Lamp
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
vase was later converted into a lamp which has not been dismantled to determine if the porcelain vase
Category
Early 18th Century French Empire Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of French Victorian Celadon and Porcelain Oil Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Victorian celadon and white porcelain oil lamps with etched glass shade and bronze
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Sevres Style Porcelain / Onyx Base Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Sèvres style with gilt metal mounted porcelain urns shape pair table lamps over a canted square
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Onyx, Metal
Antique French Neoclassical Bronze
Black Porcelain Painted Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Stunning Antique French Neoclassical Style Bronze Mounted Black Porcelain Hand Painted Table Lamps
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 18th Century Famille Rose Porcelain Vase Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of exquisite 18h century Famille Rose porcelain vases mounted into lamps with richly
Category
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Antique French 19th Century Porcelain Hexagonal Table Lamp Exotic Birds
Located in London, GB
Antique French 19th Century Porcelain Table Lamp Exotic Birds amidst foliage
of hexagonal baluster
Category
19th Century French Antique Lamps Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
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Antique Lamps Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic piece of antique lamps porcelain available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of ceramic, porcelain and metal, every item from our selection of antique lamps porcelain was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of antique lamps porcelain you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An object in our assortment of antique lamps porcelain made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of antique lamps porcelain over the years, but those crafted by Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Meissen Porcelain and Gagneau Paris are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Lamps Porcelain?
A piece of antique lamps porcelain can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,799, while the lowest priced sells for $150 and the highest can go for as much as $375,000.
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 Lamps Porcelain
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
- 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 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 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 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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