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1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Saucer Desk Lamp
Located in Esperance, NY
1950s Mid-Century Modern atomic saucer desk lamp.
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Industrial Age Gooseneck Cobra style Desk Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Atomic Industrial Age Gooseneck Cobra style desk lamp, circa 1950s in perfect working condition in
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Atomic Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Pasadena, CA
This 1950s atomic lamp is constructed with three porcelain bulbs and brass rings, fittings and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Iron Atomic Age Step End Table Midcentury
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Iron atomic age rare step end table from the 1950s. Original finish to the metal base. Great design
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
American Midcentury Atomic Age Striking Tall Cork Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and unique one of a kind tall cork lamp with walnut and brass fittings and ceramic color
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Cork
1950s Atomic Age Pair of Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamps on Walnut Bases
Located in San Diego, CA
Great set of Danish modern table lamps sitting in walnut bases, with brass necks, in perfect
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Black Enamel Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic pair of table lamps were realized in the United States, circa 1950. They
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
$3,475 / set
H 28 in Dm 7.25 in
Great design 1950
s Atomic age lamp brass base
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A great looking atomic age lamp that has a great 1950's look. It has been re-wired and redone with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of White Plastic "Mushroom Cloud" Atomic Explosion Lamps
Located in Pasadena, CA
This pair of lamps are designed to look like mushroom clouds but with a playful and cartoonish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Robert Sonneman Atomic Molecule Sculptural Lamps Mid-Century Modern
By Robert Sonneman
Located in North Miami, FL
atomic/ molecular lamps are each five lights. These particular model of these lamps are more on the rare
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$6,800 / item
H 39.5 in W 18 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Blue Ceramic and Pickled Oak Desk Table Lamp Atomic Boho MCM
Located in Dayton, OH
Retro or Mid-Century Modern pickled oak and robin’s egg blue ceramic table lamp.
Measures: 8.5
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
$235
H 22 in Dm 8.5 in
Pair of 1950s Atomic Lamps, Raymond Loewy Sputnik Design
By Raymond Loewy
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This pair of Mid-Century lamps features a Raymond Loewy designed bottle form with painted metal
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
American Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Metal Lamp
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in San Diego, CA
. modern atomic age table lamp, circa 1950's freshly rewired and replace the socket new cord, and switch.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Space Age
ATOMIC
Rocket Ceramic Lamp Base, France, 1950
s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage space age 'ATOMIC' Rocket Ceramic lamp base, made in France 1950's. Ceramic black and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Dazor Saucer Desk Lamp. Atomic Age Lighting
By Dazor
Located in Peoria, AZ
This Exquisite Dazor Mid Century Saucer Desk lamp
is an iconic treasure from the glorious 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Space Age Atomic White Glass Globe Tulip Table Lamp by E.R. Nele
By Temde Leuchten, E. R. Nele
Located in Troy, MI
Sputnik globe table lamp designed by Eva Renée Nele for Temde Leuchten
Switzerland circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel, Steel
Pair of Vintage Organic Form Atomic Chrome Yellow Pottery Lamps
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Pair of vintage pottery lamps in pleasant organic form and bright yellow glaze, circa 1970. Sure to
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Spun Fiberglass and Teak Atomic Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Pair of Mid-Century Modern spun fiberglass and teak atomic lamps.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass
Vintage Satco Robot Lamp - Atomic Space Age Toy Design, 1950
s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Vintage Satco Robot Lamp – Atomic Space Age Toy Design, c.1950s–60s
An iconic piece of mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid Century Tripod Lamp! After Gerald Thurston Lightolier Designer Atomic Decor
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
MID CENTURY MODERN
TRIPOD TABLE LAMP
BRASS & LINEN
ATTRIBUTED TO GERALD THURSTON
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,970
H 23 in W 19 in D 119 in
Pair Mid Century Modern Tripod Lamps Lightolier Gerald Thurston Atomic 1950s
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
PAIR
MID CENTURY MODERN
TRIPOD TABLE LAMPS
BRASS & WOOD
ATTRIBUTED TO GERALD THURSTON
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,500
H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in
1950s American Midcentury Gooseneck Double Head Atomic Age Brass Desk Lamp
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in San Diego, CA
Double head patinated brass finish gooseneck table/desk lamp, circa 1950s great condition very
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Plaster Musician Lamp Pair in Blue, Fin Art, 1960s Atomic
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian Modern Plaster Musician Lamp Pair in Blue, Fin Art, 1960s Atomic
Art Deco style
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
$1,450 / set
H 14 in W 7 in D 7 in
Vintage Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamp
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Haeger pottery lamp in bright sunny yellow glaze, circa 1970s. Three-way switch
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
"Atomic" Light by Robert
Trix Haussmann
By Robert and Trix Haussmann
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
An original table lamp, reminiscent of the shape of an atom, by the Swiss designer couple Robert
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950
s American Mid Century Gooseneck Double Head Atomic Age Desk Lamp
By Greta Magnusson Grossman
Located in San Diego, CA
Double head enameled finish gooseneck table/desk lamp, circa 1950's great colors very clean
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Majestic Tall Rocket Lamps Atomic Age Attributed To Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic tall lamps in walnut frame with smoke Lucite accents and white plastic shades, circa 1950s
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite, Walnut
$2,250 / set
H 37.75 in Dm 14 in
Vintage Stangl Art Deco Pottery "Archers" Atomic Yellow Large Globe Vase Lamp
By Stangl Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Stangl Pottery lamp in relief decoration of pattern known as "Archers," circa early
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Royal Haeger Hickman Atomic Chrome Orange Red Vintage Art Deco Pottery MCM Lamp
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Royal Haeger lamp in atomic chrome orange red glaze, circa 1960s. Measures: 23" high, 11"
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Iconic 1950
s Atomic Age Ceramic Baluster-Form Lamp with Abstract Decoration
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of stylized baluster form with long tapering neck above a compressed body tapering at the base; all raised on an openwork brass base with square plinth; height 18" (top of ceramic) 2...
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Modern Cork Table Lamp Blue
Green Tiles
By Bill Curry
Design Line, George Nelson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Table Lamp
Fabulous & Fun Midcentury Modern Atomic Cork Table Lamp with circular Green and Aqua on
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Chrome Table Lamp with Saucer Shade by Lightolier
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An atomic table or desk lamp has a wide saucer shade, curved arm, and a U-shaped base, tapered
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Three Transparent Glass Globe And Chrome Tier Table Lamp
Located in Toronto, ON
mid century modern and atomic inspired table lamp would be a great and timeless addition to various
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage Modernist Chrome
Lucite Eyeball Desk Library Table Lamp 23"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century mid century modern style / atomic / modernist desk / table lamp featuring a cubic
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$294
H 22.75 in W 6.25 in D 15.75 in
American Mid-Century atomic Age Walnut
Brass Laminate Floor Table Lamp
By Wolfe
Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Simple Classic Mid-Century Modern atomic age floor table lamp, circa 1950s in excellent condition
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Chrome and Three Tier Globe Lamp 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Toronto, ON
century modern and atomic inspired table lamp would be a great and timeless addition to various interior
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet
Lamp
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Heal
s, Paul McCobb, Milo Baughman
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A 1950s atomic desk in walnut and beechwood, attributed to Christopher Heal for Heal & Son.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
$5,443
H 43.31 in W 44.89 in D 22.05 in
Rare! Iconic Snider Atomic Clock Lamp! Metal Fiberglass Bat Wing Bow Tie Design!
By Snider Clock
Located in Peoria, AZ
Snider Clock Lamp
Atomic Age Masterpiece!
With the "Iconic Golden Glow"
Incredible Mid Century
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
Materials
Metal
$1,930
H 7.5 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
Majestic Z Atomic Table Lamp, circa 1950
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking 1950s Z Lamp produced by the Majestic Lamp Company. Very good overall condition. Lamp
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Atomic Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of mid century atomic style ceramic lamps in white, black and gold. Round lamps that taper
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Two-Way Brass and Reed Table Lamp
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
An atomic table lamp featuring a reed shade with stitched fiberglass diffuser and cylindrical
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Pair of Atomic Rembrandt Lamps
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of atomic Rembrandt Masterpiece lamps. Each lamp has 3 painted wood discs. Each lamp measures
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Pair of Majestic Lamp Co. Atomic Lamps, Mid-Century Modern
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice matched pair of Mid Century Modern table lamps made by the Majestic Lamp Co,. Walnut and brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
American Midcentury Atomic Age Table Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare striking atomic age table lamp, with iron design wood ball and base freshly rewired and new
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic mid century table lamp, 1960s
Located in View Park, CA
An atomic mid century table lamp by CN Burman & Co, circa 1970. Tones of silver and grenadine
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Acrylic
Emerald Green Atomic Style Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
An emerald green, atomic style ceramic table lamp. Shaped like a cactus, with a reeded vase and a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Space Age Adjustable Table Lamp 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Atomic Brass Plated Opaline Glass Adjustable Table Lamp 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Plastic
Midcentury Italian Modern Atomic Design Table Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
A unique table lamp with sculptural shape.
Small in size, yet very elegant with tons of unique
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Atomic Red Enamel Bras Bullet Desk Table Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Red and gold atomic bullet metal desk table lamp.
Measures 6"wide x 13"deep x 18.5" tall.
Base
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Age Pebble Stone and Teak Table Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Modern pebble stone and teak table accent lamp.
Measures: 29" height x 12" wide x 12
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Materials
Stone
1970s Chrome Atomic Cluster Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of chrome atomic cluster lamps on black pedestal bases. Six globes per lamp. Light may be
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Orange Metal Conical Table Lamp
Located in Wilmington, DE
Offered is a vintage Mid-Century Modern table lamp with a unique enameled orange metal base. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Danish Modern Atomic Age Teak Rocket Table Lamps
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in San Diego, CA
A nice pair of Danish modern atomic age teak rocket table lamps circa 1980s. The lamps are in very
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Teak, Linen
Atomic Chrome Six-Arm Table Lamp Mid-Century, 1960s-1970s
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Atomic chrome six-arm table lamp, Mid-Century, late 1960s-early 1970s, chrome metal body, with six
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
American Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Pair of Table Lamps
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and hard to find pair of American Mid-Century Modern, iron and wood table lamps freshly
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Pair of 1950s Ceramic Tall Striped Atomic Age Table Lamps
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of tall art pottery table lamps, circa 1950s. The lamps have been totally restored
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1950s Atomic Age Pair of Ceramic and Metal Table Lamps
Located in San Diego, CA
Nice and unique pair of ceramic bases with metal accents table lamps, circa 1950s. No lampshades
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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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
- What is atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When 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.
- What is an atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2024To 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, 2023The 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, 2023The 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.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To 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.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How 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.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table 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.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet 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.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your 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.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How 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 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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, 2022There 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.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023There 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2024To 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, 2023The 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, 2024The 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.
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