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Large Pair of Turquoise blue porcelain Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Large Pair of turquoise blue porcelain lamps with Finley carved gilded bases. lampshades are not
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21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pale Blue Craquelure Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Of baluster form; mounted with antiqued brass adjustable rod and two bulb sockets; on a turned giltwood base. Provenance: From the Collection of Mario Buatta, New York, NY.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Blue and White Ceramic Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white will never go out of style. This pair features an Asian inspired blue design on a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bitossi Lamp, Ceramic, Stripes, Blue, White, Signed
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi lamp, ceramic, white and blue stripes, signed. Bottle shaped form table lamp with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Blue and Black Millefiori Table Lamp with Glass Lamp Shade, Italy, 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Table lamp standing on a round black metal base with a large bell-shaped glass shade in blue, made
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20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

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
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Dark Blue Glazed Pair Table Lamps With Shades, China, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Chinese pair dark blue glazed lamps. Funnel neck shape. Belgian linen shades included
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair of Ocean Blue Drip Glaze Ceramic Lamps.
Located in London, GB
+VAT England, made to order. A pair of ceramic baluster lamps decorated with a dripping ocean blue
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21st Century and Contemporary English Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Dark Blue Pair Gourd Shaped Lamps With Shades, China, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Chinese pair dark blue splatter glaze lamps. Gourd shape. Base measures 9" x. 13
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Blue White Porcelain Table Lamps Chinese Nanking Ginger Urn
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This is a pair of blue and white porcelain table lamps, styled in the Chinese export / chinoiserie
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Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Chinese Porcelain Lobed Double Gourd Turquoise Blue Vase Lamp
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage Chinese porcelain lobed double gourd vase made into a beautiful lamp. In turquoise blue
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Early 2000s Chinese Qing Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Vallauris Blue Ceramic Floor Lamp, Vintage Double Lighting, 1960s
By Vallauris
Located in London, England
Sublimez votre intérieur avec cette lampe de sol à double éclairage en céramique et pierre de lave d'une couleur bleu extraordinaire ! Son style vintage possède un charme rétro indén...
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Pair Antique 19c Chinese Blue White Prunus Blossom Vase Table Lamps Early 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
A matching pair of antique 19c Chinese blue and white vase of elongated barrel form, hand painted
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Chinese Yellow Ground Blue Underglaze Lamps
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
vibrant yellow enamel ground beautifully layered over classic blue and white underglaze decoration
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Vintage 1960s Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Bobine glass table lamp - Deep Blue, by Jessica Helgerson
By Jessica Helgerson Interior Design
Located in Portland, OR
Named after traditional turned-wood bobbin lamps—but a little fancier—Bobine is a playful, pretty table lamp available with either a wood or glass base and a glass shade. The finial...
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2010s American Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Eigil Hinrichsen, 1950s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Blue Danish Modern Ceramic Table Lamp crafted by Eigil Hinrichsen in the 1950s. * Round blue
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Blue Hive Ceramic Lamp by Bunny Williams Home
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
of mounting ceramic vessels for lighting. An aqueous blue glaze, inspired by the keen blue glazes
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1970 Italy Mazzega Tulip Table Lamp Flush Mount Blue Murano Glass Chrome
By Mazzega
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant tulip table and ceiling light with a cornflower blue and white Murano glass globe on a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
This Antique Blue Glass Kerosene Lamp is a refined design lamp manufactured around 1910. Oil lamp
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Early 20th Century Unknown Table Lamps

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Gold, Enamel

French Sèvres Porcelain Watteau Scene Ormolu Cobalt Blue Table Lamp 19th Century
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Dublin, Ireland
blue ground with gilded highlights, Second quarter of the 19th century. Condition: Good condition
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Antique 19th Century French Late Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Vintage Blue White Porcelain Foo Dogs Table Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage blue and white porcelain foo dogs table lamp, circa 1950s. The lamp is in good vintage
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Cobalt Blue Glass Brass Table Oil Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
intensity. Each cobalt blue glass stem is decorated with hand painted gilt grape, vine and leaf motifs. Both
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1 of the 2 Soholm Lamp with New Silk Blue Lampshade René Houben, 1960s
By Soholm Pottery
Located in Rijssen, NL
handmade ceramic in blue or grey tones, with a combination of dry and glazed finishes. With a new custom
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Venetian Style Hand Blown Glass Totem 3 Cobalt Blue and White Table Lamp
By Bianco Light Space
Located in Hawthorne, CA
hand blown glass shapes assembled in a totemic composition with a pineapple motif shown in cobalt blue
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Blue Ceramic Lamp – Signed L. Drummer, French 1970s
Located in London, GB
Striking blue ceramic lamp from the 1970s, signed by L. Drummer. The lamp features a bold
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

A Pair of Nineteenth Century Bristol Blue Lamp
Located in London, GB
A pair of late 19th century Bristol blue oil lamps supported on turned blue bases now as lamps
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Antique Late 19th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Otto Brauer for Holmegaard Turquoise Blue Cased Glass Table Lamp, Circa 1960
By Otto Brauer, Holmegaard
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Modern Otto Brauer for Holmegaard Cerulean Blue Glass Table Lamp. Featuring a slender
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Cracked Blue Enamel Ceramic Lamp, in the style of Pol Chambost, France, 1950 s
By Pol Chambost
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
We present this splendid cracked blue enamel ceramic lamp, crafted in France in the 1950s. This
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Murano Glass Ball Pale Blue Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of modern Murano glass pale blue ball lamps. Perfect for today's transitional designs! 23W x
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Early 2000s Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Glass Ball Pale Blue Lamps
Pair of Murano Glass Ball Pale Blue Lamps
$3,680 Sale Price / set
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Paavo Tynell Pair of Table Lamps Model 9227 in Brass Blue, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
were stamped by both names. The lamps have been repainted with a beautiful and vibrant blue color that
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Murano Glass Aqua Blue and Gold Table Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
blue cylindrical body with 23 carat gold avventurina detailing. There are darker aqua details as well
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Orrefors Swedish Modern Blue Cased Glass Table Lamp Numbered 1950s
By Orrefors
Located in Benalmadena, ES
, encasing a deep cobalt blue core within a thick layer of clear crystal. The heavy, asymmetrical form
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Blue Heat Lamp Signed by Adam Ruiz
By Adam Ruiz
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue heat lamp signed by Adam Ruiz Dimensions: 75 x 15 x 15 cm Materials: Sculpted steel, Carrara
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2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Asian Blue and White Porcelain Vase Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
with hand-painted narrative scenes in traditional cobalt blue. The motifs depict elegant figures among
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Powder Blue Vase / Lamp
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th century Chinese powder blue and famille verte vase / lamp. Having a dark blue
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Rörstrand, Table Lamp, Blue Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s
By Rörstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A blue stoneware vase designed and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s. Sold without lampshade
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Cubic Scandinavian Table Lamp in Blue Agate
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual table lamp made from a cube in blue agate and mounted with a fluted acrylic danish shade
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21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Agate

Acrobat Lamp – Modern Memphis Inspired Colorful Blue Lamp
By Steven Bukowski
Located in Philadelphia, PA
One of a kind piece produced just for fun :) Steven Bukowski designs functional and expressive furniture in New York City. His designs are guided by traditional practices with a pla...
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Steel

Baccarat Louipe Table Lamp Clear Crystal Glass Blue Overlay, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful Baccarat table lamp featuring a blue overlay cut to clear crystal glass body. The
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Vintage 1930s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Jingdezhen Style Chinese Blue And White Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Prato, Tuscany
This refined Chinese table lamp, crafted in blue and white glazed porcelain, most likely dates from
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Baccarat Louipe Table Lamp Clear Crystal Glass Blue Overlay, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
A beautiful Baccarat table lamp featuring a blue overlay cut to clear crystal glass body. The
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Vintage 1930s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Blue Ceramic Baluster Table Lamps, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This pair of baluster table lamps is made of blue ceramic. They have new black shintz shades gilt
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century-Style Ultramarine Blue Glass and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century-style table lamp with an ultramarine blue glass vase form body mounted on a deocrative
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Powder Blue Vase / Lamp
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A striking 19th century Chinese power blue vase / lamp with French gilded ormolu mounts to the top
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Blue Green Beige Table Lamp by Jeppe Hagedorn, Denmark 1960s
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
earthy green and blue tones and a beautiful glaze, making it a real eye catcher and a statement piece
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Collection of Blue Glass, Opaline Ceramic Lamps
Located in Hanover, MA
Unique grouping of five lamps from the mid-20th century in complementary shades of blue, the
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chinese Porcelain Blue and White Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Spectacular early 20th Century classic oriental blue and white porcelain ginger jar converted table
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Hollywood Regency Bulbous Cerulean Blue Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp c 1940/1960 s
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
, mounted on a stylized custom wood plinth base. The lamp was executed in a high gloss cerulean blue crackle
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Tobacco and Blue Cubist Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
contemporary design. The lamps stand on a square glass base and feature stacked hand-blown blue and tobacco
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Blue Table Lamp Made in Italy, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Ceramic blue glazed table lamp made in Italy with original shade. In original good condition.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Super Blue Table Light USA 110 Volts, by Martine Bedin for Memphis Milano Coll.
By Martine Bedin, Memphis Group, Memphis Milano
Located in La Morra, Cuneo
Here you are shown the US wired, Super Blue table or floor lamp in fiberglass, designed in 1981, by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass

Set of 2 blue ripsal table lamps tripod , 1950s
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 2 blue ripsal table lamps tripod , 1950s
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Vistosi Rimini Blue Londi Lamp for Raymor
By Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in New York, NY
Classic and sophisticated art pottery table lamp in the sought after Rimini blue glaze by Aldo
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Chinese 19th Century Powder Blue Vase/Lamp
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very stylish 19th century Chinese powder blue vase / lamp, having the light blue ground with
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Art Deco Brass Vintage Table Lamp Blue Teal Textile Shade Vienna C 1925
Located in Vienna, AT
turquoise teal light blue color tone. Two E 27 bakelite sockets, on /off switch, rewired main cable Through
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Blue Mid Century Modern Ceramic Table Lamp by Norrmans-Motola Finland circa 1960
Located in Vienna, AT
Ceramic rustic table lamp in the colors pink, light-blue and dark-blue by Norrmans-Motola, Finland
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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Blue Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of blue table lamps available for sale. Frequently made of ceramic, metal and glass, all blue table lamps available were constructed with great care. We have 2830 antique and vintage blue table lamps in-stock, while there are 254 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of blue table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Blue table lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many blue table lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Bitossi, Søholm Stentøj and Aldo Londi produced popular blue table lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Blue Table Lamps?

Blue table lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,390, while the lowest priced sells for $25 and the highest can go for as much as $35,000.

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 Blue Table Lamps
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.