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Walter Von Nessen Red Enamel and Brass Table Lamp 1930s Art Deco
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Troy, MI
Iconic table lamp designed by Walter Von Nessen circa 1930
Red enameled aluminum canopy shade with
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Martinelli Luce Serpente Table Lamp
By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic table lamp model 599 Serpente manufactured by Martinelli Luce for Elio Martinelli
Materials
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Angelo Mangiarotti for Artemide "Lesbo" Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Artemide
Located in Naples, IT
Lesbo table lamp, one of the most iconic table lamps. Designed by Angelo Mangiarotti in 1967 it
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Cork Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for M Design, 1960s, Germany
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Iconic table lamp by Ingo Maurer made in the 1960s. The lighting is made of cork. The base has a
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cork
1970s Space Age Red and Black Targetti Desk Lamp
By Targetti Sankey
Located in Aci Castello, IT
An iconic table lamp made in Italy by Targetti, it's marked on the front, it works 110-240 volts
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Jane and Gordon Martz Large Table Lamp
By Gordon
Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic table lamp designed by the famed ceramicist duo Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of 1950s Boris Lacroix Table Lamps
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in Glendale, CA
transition to Mid-Century Modern idiom, Jean Boris Lacroix's iconic table lamp shares a similar aesthetic to
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mario Botta Black and White Vintage Table Lamp Shogun, 1980s, Italy
By Mario Botta
Located in Vienna, AT
iconic table lamp shows two adjustable perforated metal shields to spread the light shine.
The designer
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Nesso Table Lamp in Orange Color by Giancarlo Mattioli for Artemide, Italy 1960s
By Giancarlo Mattitioli and Gruppo Architetti Urbanisti from Artemide, Giancarlo Mattioli, Artemide
Located in Roma, IT
and large "umbrella" upper part. Exceptional conditions
Iconic table lamp in orange molded plastic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Pair of Maison Charles Style Brass and Chrome "Vase Roseaux" Table Lamps
By S.A. Boulanger, Maison Charles
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A matching pair of chic and iconic table lamps in the style of Maison Charles, Paris. The name of
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Brumbry Table Lamp by Luigi Massoni for Harvey Guzzini, Italy, 1969
By Luigi Massoni, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This iconic table lamp, model 'Brumbry' (often mistaken as 'Brumbury'), was designed by Luigi
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Gatto Piccolo table lamp by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Italy 1960
By Flos, Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
iconic table lamp by architect brothers Castiglioni is the new material used to make it. The frame is
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Jean-Claude Mahey – Rectangular Cream Ivory Resin Table lamp, 1970s
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in London, GB
EUROPE. WE OFFER FREE SHIPPING IN PARIS AND LONDON.
This beautiful table lamp from the 1970s, an icon
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Quadrifoglio Table Lamp by Gae Aulenti for Guzzini, Italy 1960s
By Gae Aulenti
Located in München, BY
Iconic table lamp from the sixties, model ‘Quadrifoglio’. Designed by Gae Aulenti for Harvey
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Nickel, Chrome
Mario Botta Pair of Vintage
Shogun
Table Lamps for Artemide, 1986
By Artemide, Mario Botta
Located in Tilburg, NL
Exceptional pair of iconic vintage 'Shogun' Table Lamps by architect and designer Mario Botta (1943
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Iconic Brutalist Bronze Lamps by Richard Barr Laurel Lamp 1960s
By Laurel Lamp Company, Richard Barr
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A very rare matching pair of large, iconic bronze, brutalist lamps designed by Richard Barr for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Iconic Walter Von Nessen 1930s Table Lamp
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
An iconic lamp by the German-American designer, Walter Von Nessen (1889-1943). This lamp, which was
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Iconic Brass Table Lamp by Gabriella Crespi
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Very charming table lamp by Gabriella Crespi, signed on the brass base and on the brass top shade.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Pair of Iconic Vintage Arne Jacobsen Table Lamps
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Søborg, DK
A Pair of iconic Arne Jacobsen table lamps in white from the 1980s.
This iconic lamp was designed
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Iconic Neoclassical White Marble Capital Column Table Lamp
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Iconic neoclassical white marble capital column table lamp, circa 1930. Never out of style column
Category
Early 20th Century American Greek Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Iconic Eileen Gray Mermaid Table Lamp by Jumo
Located in Devon, England
Iconic Eileen gray design Classic table or desk lamp produced by Jumo, France. On first glance one
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Iconic Midcentury Desk Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome desk lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier with saucer style shade and articulating
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Iconic Bauhaus Desk Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass construction nickel-plated with a diffusor from the late 1930s attributed to Pavel Smetana.
Fitted with one E27 socket, original working condition.
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
$1,400
Laurel Lamp Co. Mid-Century Modern Mushroom Brushed Chrome Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Classic and iconic mushroom table lamp made by high quality lighting manufacturer, Laurel Lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Iconic Eileen Gray Table Lamp by Jumo, circa 1950
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Iconic Eileen Gray design classic table or desk lamp produced by Jumo, France. These lamps so
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel, Cut Steel
Iconic Saturn Table or Desk Lamp by Robert Sonneman
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Fantastic 1980s Robert Sonneman designer desk lamp for George Kovacs - glass saturn style top with
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Iconic Ingo Maurer ‘Gulp’ Tube Table Lamp in Chromed Steel
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Voorburg, NL
Such a minimalist beauty this Iconic ‘Gulp’ tube table lamp, designed by Ingo Maurer in the ‘60s
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
French Ceramic Table Lamp by Jacques Blin with Iconic Decoration
By Jacques Blin
Located in Chicago, IL
French blue ceramic table lamp by Jacques Blin. This lamp was made to always be a lamp, not
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Midcentury Neoclassical White Marble Ionic Column Table Lamp, 1960s Marbro Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Stunning hand carved marble iconic order classical column as table lamp. Gorgeous detail work at the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Phyllis Morris Original Pink Poodle Table Lamp, Iconic Hollywood Regency, 1952.
By Phyllis Morris
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Phyllis Morris Original Pink Poodle Table Lamp, Iconic Hollywood Regency, 1952. USA. Original
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1990s IKEA Swedish Frosted Iconic Iced Glass Cube
Iviken
Table Lamp
By IKEA
Located in London, England
A wonderful tactile table lamp which is one of the Swedish brand IKEA's most iconic designs. The
Category
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Plastic
Iconic Walter Von Nessen 1930s Brass and Anodized Aluminum Table Lamp
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here's an iconic lamp by the German-American designer, Walter Von Nessen (1889-1943). This lamp
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum, Metal
Iconic Danish Esben Klint Table Lamp Model 301 in Solid Teak
By Esben Klint
Located in Søborg, DK
Iconic Danish Esben Klint table lamp model 301/27 in solid teak and designed for Le Klint in the
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Robert Sonneman Chrome Molecule Table Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern Design 60s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Peoria, AZ
SONNEMAN!
MID CENTURY MODERN
ATOMIC AGE
CHROME TOWER
TABLE LAMP!
ICONIC!
EPIC DESIGN!
CIRCA
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Iconic "Taccia" Table Lamp by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Flos, Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An iconic piece of Italian design, this Taccia table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Monumental Iconic Brass Lotus Lamp by Feldman
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
it's own, but can be utilized on a table or shelf, yet can also be used as a floor lamp.
Shade
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Iconic Panthella Table Lamp by Verner Panton for Louis Poulsen, Original Stamp
By Verner Panton
Located in New York, NY
An iconic design, this classic "Panthella" table lamp was designed by Verner Panton for
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Iconic "Taccia" Table Lamp by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, 1960s
By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Brescia, Brescia
An iconic piece of Italian design, this Taccia table lamp by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Iconic Modernist Table Lamp by É-W Buquet, France, Art Deco, 1930s
By Buquet
Located in Paris, FR
This iconic lamp is an original one and was designed by Édouard-Wilfred Buquet (1886-?). It is an
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Iconic Saturn Desk Lamp by Robert Sonneman
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Great 1980's "Saturn" desk lamp by Robert Sonneman. In great vintage condition. Lamp looks great
Category
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Laurel Lamp Company Glass Egg Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of iconic glass egg shaped table lamps from Laurel Lamp Company. Egg form glass that is 20
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Tall Iconic Danish Modern White, Grey Ceramic Table Lamp by Soholm, 1960s
By Soholm Pottery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade and hand decorated tall, beautiful and timeless Danish Mid-Century Modern stoneware table
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Vintage 1960s Olaf Viking Table Lamp by Oldtimer Ferrari - A Mid-Century Icon
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage 1960s Olaf Viking Table Lamp by Oldtimer Ferrari – A Mid-Century Icon
Illuminate your
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Other
Art Deco Iconic Large Bakelite Desk Table Lamp by Eileen Gray, France, C1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Designed by Eileen Gray for the French Jumo company and dating to the 1930's this very stylish lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Iconic Large Bakelite Desk Table Lamp by Eileen Gray, France, C1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Designed by Eileen Gray for the French Jumo company and dating to the 1930's this very stylish lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Iconic Large Bakelite Desk Table Lamp by Eileen Gray, France, C1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Designed by Eileen Gray for the French Jumo company and dating to the 1930's this very stylish lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Iconic 1930s Art Deco Streamline Lamp by Jumo
By Maison Jumo
Located in Devon, England
This surely has to be the 'daddy' of all Bakelite lamps and for those who love the streamline
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Steel
Pair of Iconic Bronze Lamps by Maria Pergay
By Maria Pergay
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970s bronze lamps BY Maria Pergay.
Documented on the books about the artist works.
Category
Vintage 1970s European Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Iconic, Art Deco Era, REGALLY - "DRAPED BRASS PARROT LAMP"
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Miami, FL
C. 1930's-50's era, Art Deco, Polished brass lamp, definitely a by-gone era in film, architecture
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Ingo Maurer Design GULP Chrome Tube Desk Lamp 1960s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1970s table lamp Ingo Maurer Gulp tube lamp chrome metal Space Age.
Iconic table lamp Gulp chrome steel
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Iconic Desk Lamp by Getta Von Nessen for Nessen Studios
By Nessen Studio
Located in Dallas, TX
Iconic desk lamp with pivot and swivel cone shades designed by Gretta Von Nessen for Nessen Studios
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
American Mid Century Modernist Pair of Hourglass Table Lamps in Walnut and Brass
By Tony Paul, Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic Mid-Century Modern table lamps. Features a brass base and walnut hour glass shape. Other
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Iconic "Bestlite" Articulated Desk Lamp by Robert Dudley Best, Britain
By Robert Dudley Best
Located in New York, NY
Classic "Bestlite" articulated desk lamp by Robert Dudley Best, Britain. Classic design from the
Category
Vintage 1970s English Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
An Iconic Pair of Midcentury Green Mottled-Glazed Globular Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each with flared ceramic neck above a gadroon-form body; raised on faux bois metal bases; measures: height 17" (top of ceramic) 28" (top of shade) diameter 11".
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Iconic Karl Springer Attrib, Clear Lucite and Chrome Pair of Lamps
By Karl Springer
Located in Wilton, CT
Iconic Karl Springer lamps featuring translucent lucite columns that rise out of stepped-square
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Stemlite Table Lamps by Design Line after Laurel
By Design Line, Laurel Lamp Company, Bill Curry
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An iconic pair of tulip base table lamps designed by Bill Curry for Design Line. They feature
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Blue and White Overlay Glass Lamp from the Iconic Store of Madeleine Castaing
Located in Paris, FR
Blue and white overlay glass lamp from the iconic store of Madeleine Castaing. France, circa 1880
Category
Antique 19th Century European Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
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Iconic Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the iconic table lamp you’re looking for. An iconic table lamp — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 78 options for an antique or vintage iconic table lamp now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without an iconic table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An iconic table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one iconic table lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fase, Chapman Manufacturing Company and Eileen Gray produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Iconic Table Lamp?
The average selling price for an iconic table lamp at 1stDibs is $2,058, while they’re typically $485 on the low end and $50,792 for the highest priced.
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 Iconic Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024The Anglepoise lamp is iconic for a few reasons. For one thing, the lamp has a long, rich history that dates back to 1931, and modern versions display very few differences from the original fixture designed by George Carwardine. As a result, many people envision the Anglepoise first when someone mentions the term "desk lamp." In addition, the Anglepoise lamp is highly functional due to its hinged neck, which allows the adjustment of its position without having to use clamps or a tool. This innovative design was a major breakthrough and went on to influence the work of other lighting designers, thereby contributing to the Anglepoise's iconic status. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Anglepoise lamps.
- 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. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To 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.
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