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Mid Century Modern J. T. Kalmar Franken KG Atomic 7 Chrome Table Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare "Atomic 7" model table lamp by J.T. Kalmar of Austria. The unique design is inspired by the
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor
By Kurt Versen
Located in Peoria, AZ
KURT VERSEN GOOSE NECK DESK LAMP! ICONIC! MID CENTURY DESIGN AT ITS FINEST! GORGEOUS RED ENAMEL
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Atomic Eyeball Table Lamps by Sijaj Hrastnik, 70s, Pair
Located in Lucija, SI
Very retro red pair of Mid Century Eyeball Table Lamps were made by Sijaj Hrastnik Yugoslavia in
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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Pair of Original American Atomic circa 1940s Polished Chrome Table Lamps
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
branch chrome table lamps These lamps give off a huge amount of light as the bulbs sit slightly proud
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Large Pair of Original American Atomic circa 1940s Polished Chrome Table Lamps
Large Pair of Original American Atomic circa 1940s Polished Chrome Table Lamps
$4,082 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
1950 s Atomic Age Patinated Brass Torchiere Table Lamp Pierced Cone Shade
By Lightolier
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare patinated brass 3-way torchiere table lamp, circa 1950's with pierced perforated
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Textured Sculpted Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Teak

Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp. Item
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Acrylic, Walnut

Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Green Flying Saucer Gold Table Lamp - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Green "Flying Saucer" Gold Table Lamps after Tommi Parzinger
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950s Atomic Brass or Metal Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s atomic brass lamps.
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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Lamp With Pleated Shade
Located in Charleston, SC
A fabulous colorful Quartzite lamp with a textured body, on a brass base. The lamp and shade are
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric, Paint

Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60 s
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century, Atomic, Space Age jack form table lamp, by Lightolier, design attributed
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue Green Ceramic Table Lamps by Modernera - a Pair
By Modernera Lamp Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue and Green Sculpted Ceramic Atomic Era Drip Glazed Table Lamps by
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Lamps Atomic Gold Leaf by Antonio Cagianelli, Italy
By Antonio Cagianelli
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Tall table lamps by the artist designer Antonio Cagianelli. Production edition Stanislas Reboul
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Opaline Glass and Metal Atomic Age Pair of Table Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Opaline glass and metal pair of atomic age table lamps by Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s, Germany Rare
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Post Atomic Age Table Lamp in the style of Gerald Thurston
By Gerald Thurston
Located in San Diego, CA
the world looked beyond the atomic age and into space. Clean, minimal and current into today. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Metal Atomic Style Lamps, 1960 s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Geometric Metal Table Lamps. Very versatile pair of MCM lamps that are
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Brass, Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Metal Atomic Style Lamps, 1960
s
Pair of Mid-Century Metal Atomic Style Lamps, 1960
s
$472 Sale Price
27% Off
H 33 in Dm 10.25 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Insane vintage table lamp with beautiful blown spotted leopard white murano glass, mounted on
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Arteluce Articulating Swing Arm Saucer Italian Brass Desk Lamp 1950s MCM Atomic
By Arteluce
Located in Peoria, AZ
ARTELUCE SAUCER SHADE ARTICULATING DESK/TABLE LAMP EXQUISITE ITALIAN STYLE! CIRCA 1953 SIMPLY
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Fiberglass Cobra Desk Lamp Greta Grossman Atomic Era 1950s
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in Peoria, AZ
Original 1950 Greta Grossman Cobra Lamp Fiberglass Shade Rare Prototype or Pre-patent Competitor
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Floor Lamp After Gerald Thurston MCM Atomic
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
Lightolier Style Tripod Floor Reading Lamp Brass & Linen In the Manner of Gerald Thurston
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Tulip Lamp with Red Shade
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1950s; (likely) Majestic Lamp Co. - Los Angeles Atomic-era table lamp. This sculptural table
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Tulip Lamp with Red Shade
Mid-Century Tulip Lamp with Red Shade
$925
H 20 in W 11 in D 11 in
Pair Chrome Lamps by Torino
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of 1970's space age atomic chrome table lamps with both a upper standard edison screw
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair Chrome Lamps by Torino
Pair Chrome Lamps by Torino
$1,680 / set
H 8 in Dm 28 in
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
By Guido Gambone
Located in Peoria, AZ
PREPARE FOR THE LANDING! DANISH MODERN MID CENTURY UFO LAMPS GOLD FLECKS IN PLASTER! ATOMIC
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
$5,850 Sale Price / set
35% Off
H 26 in W 16 in D 16 in
Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp
By Steinhauer
Located in Manzano, IT
Lampada fungo Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Meraviglioso pezzo spaceage, lampada a fungo vintage anni
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Vintage 1970s European Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp
Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp
$693 Sale Price
60% Off
H 56 in Dm 36 in
Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Light
By Clay Michie
Located in Peoria, AZ
. An iconic Clay Michie lamp is a treasured object to enjoy in your Palm Springs atomic ranch, NY
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Decor
By Clay Michie
Located in Peoria, AZ
CLAY MICHIE FOR KNOLL ARTICULATING SAUCER DESK LAMP NO. 8 RARE W/ BULB DIFFUSER DIMENSIONS
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Three Tier Transparent Glass Globe And Chrome Table Lamp
Located in Toronto, ON
. This mid century modern and atomic inspired table lamp would be a great and timeless addition to
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Sputnik Table Lamp - Solid Brass or Polished Nickel
By Beyond Gorgeosity
Located in Hanover, MA
IMMEDIATE DELIVERY Price per lamp. Mutual Sunset Lighting Co. Sputnik table lamp. Atomic mace-like
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Sputnik Table Lamp - Solid Brass or Polished Nickel
Sputnik Table Lamp - Solid Brass or Polished Nickel
$1,925 Sale Price / item
44% Off
H 26 in Dm 5 in
Mid Century Vintage 1960s Walnut Chalkware Table Lamp
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mid-century modern atomic plaster and walnut table lamp with original shade, circa 1960s. Features
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery, Walnut

Scandinavian modernist table lamp B10 by LECO Armatur AB, Sweden. 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
An Atomic Age table lamp, model B10, produced by the Swedish manufacturer LECO Armatur AB in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Monumental Chrome Waterfall Eyeball (ORB) Table Lamp by Sonneman SPACE-AGE
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Buffalo, NY
Monumental Chrome ORB Mid-Century atomic eyeball table lamps by Sonneman. Modernist / Space Age
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Vintage 1960s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare Robert Sonneman Chrome Small Table Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Lighting 1960s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Peoria, AZ
SONNEMAN! MID CENTURY MODERN ATOMIC AGE CHROME TOWERS SMALL TABLE LAMP! ICONIC! EPIC DESIGN
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1980s Sputnik Table Lamps Clear Blown Glass Chromed Frame Murano Italy
Located in London, GB
A very stunning Atomic Sputnik table lamp, blown Murano clear glass components with "Bullicante
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Bitossi Style Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp, Italy
By Raymor, Bitossi, Guido Gambone
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mid-Century Modern ceramic lava glazed table lamp. This atomic inspired lamp features a dimensional
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stained Oak Tripod Table Lamp with Diffuser and Shade by Gerald Thurston
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Atomic-style table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston, circa 1950s. Sculptural tripod base in stained
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s Mid-Century Modern Space Age Brown Metal Brass Flying Saucer Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Flying Saucer Table Lamp, Atomic Age Desk Lamp with large, tiered Saucer Shade
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Vintage 1950s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp This table/floor lamp
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

A Bauhaus Steel Art Deco Table Lamp in the Manner of KMB Daalderop With Switch
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Bauhaus 1920's Atomic Steel Table Lamp in the Manner of KMB Daalderop. Really well made, heavy
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Early 20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Era Chrome Brass Glass Side Table Floor Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Era Chrome Brass & Glass Side Table / Floor Lamp. Circa
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Kalmar Atomic Floor or Table Lamps RS 6 TL , Aluminum Glass, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of Mid-Century Modern or Space Age Atomium tower table or floor lights mod. RS6-TL 1972
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel

Kalmar Atomic Floor or Table Lamp RS 6 TL , Aluminum Glass, 1970, One of Two
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century Modern or Space Age Atomium tower table or floor light mod. RS6-TL 1972 designed by
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Glass Marble Side End Lamp Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
only ever seen a one or two tables like this over years, they are very 1970’s American Atomic Space
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Austrian Polished Chrome Five-Light Table Lamp by Kalmar Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Austrian Modern Polished Chrome Five-Light Table Lamp by J T Kalmar Amazing space age atomic
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20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Cantilever table lamp, brass, atomic age
By Gerald Thurston
Located in San Francisco, US
Step back into the Atomic Age with this striking Mid-Century Modern brass cantilever table lamp
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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Chairs

Materials

Brass, Steel

Cantilever table lamp, brass, atomic age
Cantilever table lamp, brass, atomic age
$1,100
H 16 in W 12 in D 12 in
Atomic Brass Table Lamp, Switzerland, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Atomic brass table lamp with nine-glass globes. The globes are hand blown and fitted with a
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass

rabbit Tanaka corp Mempis Style Halogen floor lamp 1980s Japan
By Tanaka Kosai
Located in Den Haag, NL
century atomic design Table lamp Rabbit Tanaka desk lamp Halogen Memphis Style. Black color .
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Atomic Brass Table Lamp, Switzerland, 1960s
Located in Aachen, NRW
Atomic brass table lamp with nine-glass globes. The globes are hand blown and fitted with a
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass

Pair of Atomic Table Lamps by Rembrandt
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Quogue, NY
They stand an impressive 35.5 inches to the top of the diffusor. The body and base of the lamp is
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Atomic Table Lamps by Rembrandt
Pair of Atomic Table Lamps by Rembrandt
$2,500 / set
H 35.5 in Dm 7 in
Atomic Lamp by Robert Sonneman
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
Atomic table lamp circa 1960 designed by Robert Sonneman, circa 1965.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Atomic Lamp by Robert Sonneman
Atomic Lamp by Robert Sonneman
$1,950
H 40 in W 6 in D 6 in
Laurel Mushroom Lamp
By Laurel
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic Laurel mushroom/atomic table lamp in original white enamel. Glass shade is a modern
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Laurel Mushroom Lamp
Laurel Mushroom Lamp
$795
H 17 in Dm 13 in
Laurel Atomic Form Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Authentic mushroom or atomic form lamp in brushed chrome finish. Design is often attributed to
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Laurel Atomic Form Table Lamp
Laurel Atomic Form Table Lamp
$795
H 17 in Dm 13 in
Atomic Age Adjustable Mid-Century Modern Majestic Lamp 1950s
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Surprise, AZ
Atomic Age Majestic Adjustable Lamp with Two Original Fiberglass Shades. This wonderful lamp was
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Pair of Atomic Age Table Lamps
Located in Hudson, NY
Incredible pair of early mid century table lamps. A 9" ceramic sphere on tripod steel base with
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair of Atomic Age Table Lamps
Pair of Atomic Age Table Lamps
$2,800 / set
H 31 in Dm 11.5 in
Pair 1970s Mid-Century Modernist Atomic Sputnik Table Lamps
Located in Kingston, NY
This superb pair of 1970s Mid-Century Modernist Sputnik table lamps feature an atomic form design
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Tall American Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
Ceramic Table Lamp. Towering with elegance, the teardrop-shaped body features a textured tan glaze with a
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20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Chrome Eyeball Atomic Orbiter Lamp
By Koch Lowy, Robert Sonneman, George Kovacs
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
A rare chrome eyeball lamp featuring a heavy base and an orb that swivels and orbits a circular
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Eyeball Atomic Orbiter Lamp
Chrome Eyeball Atomic Orbiter Lamp
$960
H 20 in W 16 in D 7 in
Large Atomic Max Bill Brass Table Lamp by BAG Turgi, Switzerland, 1960s
By Max Bill, BAG Turgi
Located in Vienna, AT
Large atomic max bill brass table lamp by BAG Turgi, Switzerland 1960s. Nine small candle light
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Atomic Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal atomic table lamp for your home. Each atomic table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and wood. Find 296 options for an antique or vintage atomic table lamp now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer atomic table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An atomic table lamp made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Rembrandt Lamp Company, Majestic Lamp Company and Gerald Thurston each produced at least one beautiful atomic table lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Atomic Table Lamp?

Prices for an atomic table lamp start at $150 and top out at $23,572 with the average selling for $1,461.

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 Atomic Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    When it comes to home decor, an atomic lamp is a term used to define interestingly shaped lamps from the 1950s or the mid-century design period. This is a time when the atomic bomb was in the news and the telltale mushroom cloud was the inspiration for the shape of these lamps. It’s a loose description of the new shapes that were being seen in lighting in this era. Shop a collection of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The atomic lamp was a favorite mid-century modern design. The lamp took on characteristics of the molecular composition of the atom, and were found in a variety of shapes, materials and colors. You’ll find a variety of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024


    A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

    You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

    Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.

    Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.