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Midcentury Arenzano table lamp by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, Italy 1956
By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Iconic Arenzano table lamp by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena.
Original opaline glass lampshade
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A Space-Age TABLE LAMP by JOSEPH-ANDRE MOTTE for DISDEROT, France 1960
By Joseph-André Motte
Located in PARIS, FR
A rare (silver structure) and early version of the iconic M5 table lamp, nickeled curved metal
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Eclisse Lamps/Sconces
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Iconic Eclisse table lamp designed by Vico Magistretti in 1965 and awarded the prestigious Compasso
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Pallade Pendant Lamp by Studio Tetrarch for Artemide
By Artemide, Studio Tetrarch
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Pallade” vintage and iconic floor or table lamp designed by the collective designers group Studio
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Large Carl Auböck
Vice Versa
Wall Lamp
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Glendale, CA
on the iconic Vice Versa table and floor lamp series designed by Carl Auböck III in the 1950s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Materials
Brass
$2,461 / item
Sculptural Mid-Century Chandelier, Brass &Glass, Heikki Turunen, Orno 1970s
By Orno Oy, Heikki Turunen
Located in Helsinki, FI
table lamp. Turunen's contributions have significantly impacted Finnish design, inspiring new
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier in Brass
Milk Glass, Heikki Turunen, Orno 1970s
By Heikki Turunen, Orno Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
table lamp. Turunen's contributions have significantly impacted Finnish design, inspiring new
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Pair of Large Seashell Wall Scones in Full Brass, Taito 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
designed with the same approach as the iconic seashell table lamps. And the parts are largely made with the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Harry Balmer for Laurel, Torch-cut Steel Lamp, United States, 1960s
By Harry Balmer
Located in New York, NY
This iconic mid-century table lamp, with it's constituent parts almost seeming to float apart from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Table Lamp 251 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1951
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Lausanne, Vaud
Iconic table lamp model 251 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy.
Very good condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Cobra Light Sculpture Lamp, Angelo Lelli, 1964
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Angelo Lelli (1911–1979)
Iconic table lamp "Cobra", made by Arredoluce, 1964 Chrome
Date of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Raak Table Lamp Dream Island D-2001 by Franck Ligtelijn 1960s
By RAAK, Frank Ligtelijn
Located in HEILOO, NL
Beautiful iconic table lamp produced by Raak Amsterdam.
Model D-2001 Dream Island designed by
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Zinc-Plated Table Lamps by Ron Rezek
By Ron Rezek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
geometry", clearly seen in this pared-down, iconic table lamp form realized in zinc-plated steel.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Brass
$1,700 / item
Midcentury Metal Table Lamp in Cream and Orange by Josef Hurka for Napako
By Josef Hurka, Napako
Located in Zohor, SK
This is the iconic table lamp model 1816, designed by Josef Hurka for Napako company in
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare Miniature Version of Eric Kirkman Cole Desk Lamp, England, circa 1930
By Eric Kirkham Cole
Located in Zohor, SK
Unique and rare mini version of the iconic table lamp by Eric Kirkman Cole. Bakelite base and
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
White Opaline Glass Bishop Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Sklarny Rapotin, 1960s
By Sklarny Rapotin, Ivan Jakes
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic table lamps designed by Czech designer Ivan Jakeš. Lamps are produced by Sklárny Rapotín in
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
White Opaline Glass Bishop Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Sklarny Rapotin, 1960s
By Sklarny Rapotin, Ivan Jakes
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic table lamps designed by Czech designer Ivan Jakeš. Lamps are produced by Sklárny Rapotín in
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
White Opaline Glass Bishop Table Lamp by Ivan Jakes for Sklarny Rapotin 1960s
By Sklarny Rapotin, Ivan Jakes
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic table lamps designed by Czech designer Ivan Jakeš. Lamps are produced by Sklárny Rapotín in
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
Cream Travertine Table Lamp By Fratelli Mannelli, Italy, 1970
By Fratelli Manelli
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Iconic table lamp, designed and made by the Fratelli Manelli in Italy around 1970.
The lamp is made
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine
Memphis Tahiti Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano
Located in Austin, TX
This superbly designed and iconic table lamp by Ettore Sottsass is sure to make a statement on any
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,580 / item
La Ruspa Table Table By Gae Aulenti
By Martinelli Luce, Gae Aulenti
Located in Fuveau, Provence
"La Ruspa" is one of the most iconic table lamp of the Italian design, designed by Gae Aulenti.
La
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
FLOS Table Lamp Snoopy by Achille
Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1st Edition
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid-Century Modern FLOS Table Lamp Snoopy by Achille Castiglioni, 1st Edition.
This iconic table
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal
1930
s Modernist Table Lamp Type 3530 by Carl Jucker for Napako
By Napako, Carl J. Jucker
Located in Brno, CZ
designed by Carl Jucker, who later became famous for his design of the now iconic table lamp (in
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel
Rare Signed Gilt Bronze French Table Lamp Maison Charles Pomgranate 1970s Jansen
By Maison Charles, Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès
Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE
. It was designed by Christiane Charles and is one of her iconic table lamps of that period, in very
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Iconic Dutch Early Machine Age Table Lamp
By Willem H. Gispen, Daalderop KDM Royal Holland, Kurt Versen
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare alternate version of the Classic Kurt Versen attributed lamp featured in several Museum
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps
Organically Modeled Functionalist Table Lamp by the Iconic Tobo Studio
By Tobo, Erich and Ingrid Triller
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic Swedish Functionalist / Funkis able lamp from the iconic Tobo studio of Erich and Ingrid
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
1930
s Art Deco Iconic Walter Von Nessen Table Lamp
Located in Newburgh, NY
original finish. Minor scratches in finish, rewired for one lamp with switch, with frosted glass top finial
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1960s Iconic Lamp by Piero Fornasetti
By Fornasetti
Located in Paris, FR
Cylindrical shape base floor lamp decorated with a famous iconic theme:
"Viso di Donna" Tema e
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sergio Mazza /// Iconic Opaline glass table/floor lamp (58x44cm) Italy, 1968.
By Sergio Mazza
Located in Firenze, FI
1960s Sergio Mazza table floor lamp glass stunning desk/table lamp.
Opaline glass with steel chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Elio MARTINELLI /// Iconic mid century #695 modern table lamp (50h x 44d cm)
By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli
Located in Firenze, FI
1970s Elio Martinelli table lamp glass stunning desk/table lamp.
ABS lampshade with steel (powder
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Iconic Rare Table Lamp ‘Cantharelle’ by Maija Liisa Komulainen for RAAK, 1970s
By Maija Liisa Komulainen, RAAK
Located in Schagen, NL
Outstanding piece with nine shades and Porselain sockets (E27).
The Finnish Architect Maija Liisa Komulainen was obviously inspired by the Cantharelle Mushroom when she designed th...
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Iconic 1940 Art Deco Modernist Desk Table Lamp Lighting Eileen Gray Jumo French
By Eileen Gray
Located in Dorking, Surrey
Iconic lamp designed by Eileen Gray for Jumo, circa 1940
Quality piece made from brass and black
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Other
Lampe Gras N°317 Iconic Workshop Table Lamp of Industrial Style Designed in 1921
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Paris, FR
921, before ever becoming a design, the GRAS Lamp started out as an idea. It is the first
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Lampe Gras N°206 Iconic Workshop Table Lamp of Industrial Style Designed in 1921
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Paris, FR
1921, before ever becoming a design, the GRAS Lamp started out as an idea. It is the first
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Iconic Art Deco Silver Plate And Alabaster Double Lady Lamp Circa 1920
s
Located in London, GB
Superb Iconic Twin Lady Art Deco Lady Table/Desk Lamp
A superb, scarce and stylish Art Deco table
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Silver Plate
Iconic American Art Deco Chase the Colonel Nursery Lamp by Lurelle Guild
By Chase Brass and Copper Company, Lurelle Guild
Located in Port Hope, ON
This iconic American Art Deco nursery lamp was named The Colonel, was patented in 1934 and
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Amorphic Table Lamp
Located in Quogue, NY
Iconic of the 1960s this table lamp stands like a floating sculpture.
Walnut and brass with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Les Prismatiques Lucite Table Lamp
By Les Prismatiques
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This large scale, emerald-form lucite table lamp was created in the 1980s by the iconic company Les
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Staff Space Age Tulip Table Lamp
By Staff Leuchten
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL
Add a touch of retro-futurism to your space with this Staff Leuchten Space Age Table Lamp, an
Category
Vintage 1960s German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Plastic
Serge Mouille "Trépied" Table Lamp, 1954
By Serge Mouille
Located in Vienna, AT
The French designer Serge Mouille designed his iconic "three-legs table lamp "Trépied" in 1954. The
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Asteroide Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Paris, FR
An iconic "asteroide" table lamp by Ettore Sottsass in perspex with metallic base and fluorescent
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Peill
Putzler Mushroom Table Lamps, Germany, 1960s
By Peill
Putzler
Located in PEGO, Alicante
Iconic mushroom table lamps from the German manufacturer Peill & Putzler, Produced in the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
$3,414 / item
Table Lamp nicknamed “Commissar” by Jan Suchan
By Elektrosvit, Jan Suchan
Located in Brno, CZ
This now iconic piece is a Bakelite table lamp, type 102 01 nicknamed "Komisarka". It was designed
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Space age mushroom table lamp from the 60s
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Budapest, HU
Iconic space age table lamp/mushroom lamp from the 1960s-70s. A shape reminiscent of Louis
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
$1,070 / set
Iconic Tablelamp Gulp Chromium Steel Design by Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1960s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Vienna, AT
Iconic tablelamp Gulp chromium steel by Ingo Maurer, Germany 1960s. A design still sensational
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Louis Poulsen Panthella 320 Table Lamp by Verner Panton
By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
About This Product
The iconic Panthella Table Lamp is among Verner Panton's most popular designs
Category
2010s Chinese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Table Lamp "Presidente" T443, Mario Faggian, Luci Illuminazione Cinisello
By Luci Cinisello, Mario Faggian
Located in Lugano, CH
Iconic Italian design table lamp, the diagonally placed chromed tubes can be turned in various
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Le klint 306 iconic light design by the Danish designer Kaare Klint from 1945
By Kaare Klint
Located in Vejle Øst, DK
Model 306, also known as the Kip lamp, is an iconic design by the Danish designer Kaare Klint from
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Streamline American Art Deco Machine Age Articulating Table Lamp
By Gilbert Rohde, Kurt Versen
Located in Dallas, TX
iconic lamp.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Lampe Gras Table Lamp by Didier des Gachons
Ravel, France, 1920s
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Maastricht, NL
The iconic Lampe Gras model 205 table lamp was designed in 1921 by Bernard-Albin Gras and produced
Category
Vintage 1920s French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Attribution Pair Articulating Table Lamps
By Gilbert Rohde, Kurt Versen
Located in Dallas, TX
Machine Age Art Deco Gilbert Rohde Attribution Pair Articulating Table Lamps
Matched pair iconic
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Chrome
Black Bakelite Table Lamp by Eric Kirkman Cole, England, circa 1930
By Eric Kirkham Cole
Located in Zohor, SK
Iconic industrial table lamp by Eric Kirkman Cole. Gooseneck and black bakelite body and shield
Category
Early 20th Century English Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Sheet Metal
Pair of James Mont Chinoiserie Style Engraved Brass Tall Table Lamps
By James Mont
Located in Houston, TX
table lamps. This iconic pair has probably appeared in hundreds of Hollywood movie and television sets
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Alfiere Table Lamp For Stilnovo, 1979 Jonathan De Pas, Donato D
urbino, Lomazzi
By Paolo Lomazzi, Stilnovo, Jonathan de Pas, Donato D’Urbino
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Here is an iconic Alfiere Table Lamp by Jonathan De Pas, Donato D'Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi for
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Original Early Leroy Doane Art Deco or Machine Age Pagoda Table Lamp
By Leroy C. Doane
Located in Dallas, TX
) table lamp designed by Leroy Doane in 1928.
Original bronzed-brass finish with peach hued cased-glass
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Art Deco Table Lamp Attributed to Edgar Brandt with Daum Nancy Shade
By Edgar Brandt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This handsome Art Deco table lamp is attributed to the iconic designer Edgar Brandt. It is bronze
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Machine Age Art Deco Frankart Spirit of Modernism Skyscraper Table Lamp #L215
By Arthur von Frankenberg, Frankart
Located in Dallas, TX
Machine Age Art Deco Frankart "Spirit of Modernism" skyscraper table lamp #L215, Arthur von
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
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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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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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