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Oak Floor Lamp in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
Oak Floor Lamp in the Style of Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940s
An authentic French 1940s oak floor
Category
Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Oak
Industrial Patinaed Adjustable Height Desk Table Lamp in Army Green, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
in character this little lamp adjusts to a max height of 18" and easily swivels and stays where you
Category
Vintage 1960s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1960s, Brutalist Table Lamp Made Of Driftwood with Large Shade With Jude Twine
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
.
A unique and artistic lamp with strong character and excellent craftsmanship, capturing the essence
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Jute, Driftwood
Gino Sarfatti model 573 desk lamp Arteluce Italy 1956
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
condition with age related wear which is visible on the pictures. This adds character to the lamp and if
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Mid-Century Murano Glass Table Lamps with Three-Light Settings, Italy
By Vetri, Venini
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
attractive vintage patina, giving the pair the authentic character collectors appreciate. Both lamps are in
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
Slice Table Lamp by Hans von Klier for Bilumen - 1980s
By Bilumen, Hans Von Klier
Located in Renens, CH
the lamp its unique character and personality.
The plastic diffusor was polished to have any visible
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Czech Mid-Century Table Lamp with Sculptural Glass Shade and Metal Tripod
Located in Praha, CZ
modernist character.
The lamp operates with one E26/E27 bulb and is compatible with US electrical systems; a
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Beech Floor Lamp by Aldo Tura, Italy 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Roma, IT
craftsmanship and furniture with a unique character.
Collect a unique lamp!
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Hand-Painted Floral Glass Table Lamps – Italy, circa 1980
Located in Antwerp, BE
character to the design.
These lamps sit on gold-painted bases and make a bold, decorative statement
Category
20th Century French Bohemian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Sculptural French Modern Gilded Wrought Iron Three-Legged Floor Lamp, 1940s
By René Prou, Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in The Hague, NL
has developed a subtly aged patina, enhancing the lamp’s texture, character, and sculptural presence
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Valenti Spain Patinated Brown Leather Floor Lamp Attributed to Jacques Adnet
By Valenti, Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
character and places this lamp has lived, the shade is moveable, and can be angled many different directions
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Halostar 50 Table or Wall Lamp by Osram, Germany 1980s
Located in Praha, CZ
production from the 80s. Its sober design is combined with a modular and ergonomic character. Work lamp, it
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s F.A.I.P. Chinoiserie Table Lamp With New Shade
Located in Charleston, SC
European sculpture, to kitsch images of exotic travel, cartoonish characters and humor.
Chalkware lamps
Category
Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Midcentury brass and marble diablo Stilnovo style floor lamp, Italy 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Zaandam, NL
, adding a touch of vintage character and age
This lamp is a sophisticated statement piece—ideal for
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Green Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in White Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bigger Brother Lamp in Light Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Stefano Giovannoni, Qeeboo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Red Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bigger Brother Lamp in Green Khaki Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Scandinavian Table Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning, Model 6408, Sweden
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Staffanstorp, SE
lamp’s character and authenticity. The vertical teak element provides a natural contrast to the metal
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Mid‑Century Brass and Black‑White Enamel Articulated Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
vintage character, this lamp is a refined accent for design‑focused interiors or collectors of Brazilian
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
CIRCA 1930
S ART DECO FLOOR LAMP WITH WHiTE GLASS SHADE
Located in Pulborough, GB
visible in the provided images, this only adds to its authentic vintage character.
Importantly, the lamp
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass
1980s German Modernist Christian Koban for DOM Chrome 5 Arm Arc Floor Lamp
By DOM Christian Koban GmbH, Christian Koban
Located in London, England
vintage authenticity and character.
The lamp can be adjusted in multiple ways, allowing the arcs and
Category
Vintage 1980s German Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy
Located in Grythyttan, SE
details that enhance its character and texture. The lamp is presented in the shape of an urn, a nod to
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Black Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
1960s Napako Giraffe Floor Lamp in Chrome by Josef Hůrka with Handmade Parchment
By Napako, Josef Hurka
Located in Praha, CZ
character.
The lamp has been upgraded with a brand-new artisan parchment shade, entirely hand-made using
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Large Ethnic-Style Ceramic Lamp Wrapped in Light Rope, Brass top
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
lamp's stability or aesthetics, adding character to this vintage piece.
Versatility: Perfect for an
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Rope
Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce Table Lamp in Marble and Brushed Steel
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Waalwijk, NL
steel, which enriches the overall strong character of the lamp. The base is made of white marble that
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome, Steel
Pair of Chinese Famille Rose Porcelain Lamps with Birds, Flowers and Calligraphy
By CANTON FAMILLE ROSE
Located in Dallas, TX
classic and eclectic interiors, these statement lamps bring timeless character and painterly elegance to
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Mid-Century White/Light Blue Murano Glass Table Lamp, Italy 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Murano Glass Desk/Table Lamp, Italy 1970s
This 1970s table lamp is crafted from Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Golden Brothers - Ron Lamp in Metallised ABS by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plasticity and fluidity of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Golden Brothers - Tom Lamp in Metallised ABS by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plasticity and fluidity of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Golden Brothers - Sam Lamp in Metallised ABS by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plasticity and fluidity of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Marble and Brushed Aluminum or Brass Table Lamp by Arielle Assouline-Lichten
By Slash Objects, Arielle Assouline-Lichten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and character to the piece. The lamp is touch activated through the base and has three dimmer settings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Onyx, Aluminum, Brass
Rare Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé for Atelier A. France - 1970s
By Andre Cazenave, Atelier A
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
: Light traces visible on the exterior of the shell, adding to its character and authenticity.
This lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass
Golden Brothers - Bob Lamp in Metallised ABS by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plasticity and fluidity of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Pair of 20th Century French Modern Patinated Bronze Sculptural Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beautiful all-over patination that adds depth and character to their design. Each lamp features a bronze
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$2,360 Sale Price / set
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Pair of Orbital Italian Table Lamps, 1970s Brass and Steel
Located in Rome, IT
some minor imperfections and paint losses that add character to each piece.
Each lamp is equipped with
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage space age adjustable chrome floor lamp with white accents, circa 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
. Recently rewired and in very good vintage condition, this lamp brings both character and clarity to any
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Brass Toned Torchiere Floor Lamp with ribbed glass diffuser.
Located in Seattle, WA
vintage use, contributing to the lamp's authentic character. The ribbed glass shade is original and
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Antique English Tole Tea Canister Lamp Black
Gold Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in Morristown, NJ
lamp, this piece has great presence and character. The lamp is painted black on three sides while the
Category
Antique 1890s English Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Murano Art Glass White and Black Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950
By Murano 5
Located in Roma, Lazio
black are the character of the floor lamp.
The floor lamp is made up of a central stem in white Murano
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Brass and Opal Glass Table Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This distinctive table lamp from 1960s Germany showcases Mid-Century Modern design with a clear
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Table Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model BN-25, 1960s
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Vintage BN-25 table lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, produced by Markaryd, Sweden in the 1960s. Made of
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Staff
Schwarz Orion Red Opaline Glass White Metal Table Lamp Germany 1960s
By Staff Leuchten, Staff
Schwarz
Located in Lisboa, PT
Striking, sculptural, and full of Space Age character, this 1960s table lamp by Staff & Schwarz for
Category
Vintage 1960s German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Maitland Smith Arts
Crafts Style Brass and Bronze Floor Lamp with Leather Shad
By Maitland Smith
Located in Westfield, MA
This distinctive vintage floor lamp by Maitland Smith reflects the enduring influence of the Arts
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Mid 20th century danish ceramic table lamp with rich oxblood glaze.
By Michael Andersen
Son
Located in København K, 84
the hand-crafted nature of the piece, imbuing it with character and depth.
( This lamp is rewired
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Ceramic
Pair of Sculptural Lamps in Gilded Bronze Representing Dancers, Thailand, 20th
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
, reinforcing the high-end character of these lamps.
Condition:
In good overall condition, with the electrical
Category
Mid-20th Century Thai Aesthetic Movement Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Bronze, Brass
Pair of Italian 1970s Bitossi Stoneware Cylinder Lamps with Gold Detailing
Located in London, GB
to the textured ceramic surface and highlighting the artisanal character of the piece.
These lamps
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold
Floor Lamp in Copper and Leather Designed by Jo Hammerborg, 1950s
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog
Mørup
Located in Lejre, DK
and character.
The lamp is equipped with a new lampshade made of lightweight lamp fabric, which
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
Zen
Table Lamp, Sculptural, Slate, Bronze Resin, Gold Leaf by Margit Wittig
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp is mounted on a slate base and features multiple bronze
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Slate, Brass
Green Onyx and Brushed Aluminum or Brass Table Lamp by Arielle Assouline-Lichten
By Arielle Assouline-Lichten, Slash Objects
Located in Brooklyn, NY
adds warmth and character to the piece. The lamp is touch activated through the base and has three
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Onyx, Brass, Aluminum
Green Onyx and Brushed Aluminum or Brass Table Lamp by Arielle Assouline-Lichten
By Slash Objects, Arielle Assouline-Lichten
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and character to the piece. The lamp is touch activated through the base and has three dimmer settings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Onyx, Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Heavy Cast Bronze Lamps in The Manner of James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Torquay, GB
characters and figures.
The lamps are identical and rest on a lacquered black wooden bases.
The extendable
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Lampiatta Table or Wall Lamp by De Pas, D’Urbino
Lomazzi for Stilnovo, 1971
By Gionathan de Pas
Donato D’Urbino
Paolo Lomazzi, Stilnovo
Located in Vicenza, IT
angles. This flexibility gives the piece its sculptural and functional character.
The lamp is in good
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Bigger Brother Lamp in Dark Orange Eco Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
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Character Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the character lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of brass, metal and ceramic, every character lamp was constructed with great care. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage character lamp now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect character lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A character lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Fratelli Toso each produced at least one beautiful character lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Character Lamp?
A character lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,275, while the lowest priced sells for $690 and the highest can go for as much as $6,323.
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