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Italian Brass 40s Pivoting Library Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
love these library lights...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps
Italian Grand Tour Silver Table Library Lamp Depicting Mercury, Rome, 1830
Located in Queens, NY
An Italian grand tour silver table library lamp depicting mercury, Rome, circa 1830, after the
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Silver
Italian Grand Tour Silver Table Library Lamp Depicting Mercury, Rome, 1830
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Italian grand tour silver table library lamp depicting mercury, Rome, circa 1830, after the
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Silver
Frederick Cooper Indian Elephant Tea Caddy Library Reading Table Lamp 15"
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century Frederick Cooper Wildwood table lamp featuring a wooden base, rectangular tin tea
Category
Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian Table Lamps
Materials
Tin
Nessen Library Desk Bedside T Bar Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
shell form globes in ivory. Originally marketed as a library and desk lamp, it is perfect as a bedside
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of English 19thc Brass Library Lamps
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890
Pair of English 19thC Brass Library Lamps, Mounted on ebonised timber bases.
Later
Category
Antique 1890s British Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,044 / set
Pair of English 19thc Brass Library Lamps
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890
Pair of English 19thC brass library lamps, mounted on ebonised timber bases.
Later
Category
Antique 1890s British Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,105 / set
Articulated Clamp on Library Lamp, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Articulated clamp on library lamp, circa 1930s
- Height adjustable and articulated
- Takes E27
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Late 19th C Renaissance Revival Library Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Late 19th C. Renaissance revival library lamp with trapezoidal shade decorated with acanthus
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
rare 1950s Double Cone Lightolier Library Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Bainbridge, NY
elegant and scarce atomic Gerald Thurston style Lightolier White enameled Metal and Brass Desk Lamp
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Brass
Black Metal Library Lamp, France, circa 1920
Located in Culver City, CA
Brass & Black Metal Library Lamp, France, circa 1920
With a solid brass base and glossed metal
Category
Early 20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Brass Library Lamp with Milk Glass Shade
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, industrial-style brass library desk lamp with period milk glass disk shade and Edison bulb
Category
Early 20th Century American Table Lamps
Tall 19th Century Gilt Bronze Study Room / Library Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Tall 19th century gilt bronze double handled urn shaped relief moulded study room / library lamp on
Category
Antique 1820s French Egyptian Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze
1920s Brass Library Lamp w/ Green Glass Hemisphere Shade
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 2-light desk lamp with acorn pull string switches, a green glass shade (white interior), and a
Category
Vintage 1920s Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Cast Brass Library Bouillotte Lamp with Red Tole Shade
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A handsome double light bouillotte desk lamp with a crackled red tole shade.
The metal shade has a
Category
20th Century American Louis XVI Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Industrial style Brass Library Lamp with Milk Glass Shade
Located in New York, NY
Category
Early 20th Century American Table Lamps
19TH C. BRASS LIBRARY LAMP WITH ORIGINAL MILK GLASS SHADE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19TH C. SOLID BRASS CLEVELAND SAFETY LIBRARY LAMP - HOUSE ARGOND. DATED 1871 WITH ORIGINAL MILK
Category
Antique 19th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century French Bouillotte Adjustable Brass Candlestick Library Desk Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century French Bouillotte table lamp. Made of brass featuring round footed circular tray base
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
2 Brass Swing Swivel Arm Reading Library Lamps Imported by Fred Meyer 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of vintage brass and faux marble swing arm table lamp with off white shades, imported for Fred
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Banker Table/Desk Lamp, 1980s
Located in Brussel, BE
Hollywood Regency banker library style articulated desk or table lamp made of golden metal and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Fontana Arte Bronzed Table Lamp, Italy, circa 1960
By Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
Fontana Arte
Rare table or library lamp by Fontana Arte
Bronzed metal and textured glass. Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
19th Century Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Lincoln, GB
goods.
Perfect for period interiors, stately desks, libraries, or bedside tables, this lamp offers both
Category
Antique 19th Century British Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Midcentury Oscar Torlasco Red Aluminum and Brass Italian Table Lamp, 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Roma, IT
, that will suit perfectly a midcentury living room or library.
This table lamp works with E/14 bulbs.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Pair of Postmodern Robert Sonneman Table or Desk Lamps for George Kovacs
By George Kovacs, Ettore Sottsass, Robert Sonneman
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of table, desk or library lamps rendered in glass, brass, chrome, and black painted and
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Solid Hand-Carved Wood Scholars Library Stack of Books Side End Lamp Wind Table
By Regency
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid hand carved wood side table depicting a stack
Category
20th Century British Regency End Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Ralph Lauren Regency Flamed Mahogany Drum Round Pedestal Library Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
that are found today are “library tables, as well as small lamp tables.
Fred Taylor, a furniture
Category
2010s Central American Regency Center Tables
Materials
Brass
Stunning Patina Burr Elm Revolving Bookcase Side End Lamp Library Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Burr Elm revolving bookcase table
A
Category
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Lovely Pair of Side End Lamp Wine Table Sized Faux Book Library Study Cabinets
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of small vintage faux book library or study
Category
20th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Stunning Pair of Side End Lamp Wine Table Sized Faux Book Library Study Cabinets
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to this lovely pair of vintage Faux Book library or study small side tables
A
Category
20th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Hand Carved Stone Fountain Head Wall Mount Sculpture Spout Water Feature Antique
Located in West Hollywood, CA
a Console a table a library by a nice table lamp. For an outdoor Garden or indoor setting. A
Category
20th Century French Bathroom Fixtures
Materials
Stone
Pair of unusual French Library Table lamps.
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of unusual English Library Table lamp.Solid copper and Bronze.
Category
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
1930s Art Deco Library Table Lamp, Mahogany, Steel, Leather, Parchment, Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco library table lamp, solid mahogany, French polish, steel base covered with chocolate brown
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Steel
Chinese Han Dynasty Unglazed Vase as Petite Library Table Lamp
Located in Wichita, KS
A small Chinese Han Dynasty unglazed terracotta jar, 'Hu,' that has been mounted as a library table
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Han Table Lamps
Materials
Terracotta, Ceramic, Linen
Authentic Brass Chapman Library Table Lamp
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A cast brass and black enameled Chapman desk lamp.
Unusual drum parchment shade (original) fits
Category
20th Century American American Classical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Blue English Wedgwood Porcelain Gilt Bronze Victorian Library Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Coimbra, PT
Adorable pair of English Wedgwood porcelain table lamps gilt bronze Victorian library oil lamp
Category
Early 20th Century French Adam Style Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1972 Chapman Empire Style Brass Bouillotte Library Table Lamp 25"
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1970s Chapman brass Empire-style bouillotte two-light table lamp. Shaped like a two-arm
Category
Vintage 1970s American Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Bronze Gothic Revival Double Amber Slag Glass Shaded Library Lamp
Located in Toledo, OH
Antique bronze Gothic Revival double amber slag glass shaded library table lamp. Three sockets each
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
French Empire Green Painted Table Bouillotte Candlestick Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
19th Century Green Painted Library Table Lamp, France
Charming French desk lamp with narrow brass
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Metal
Jacques Biny Library Lamp
By Jacques Biny
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gorgeous double-headed brass library desk lamp by Jacques Biny
individual switches on the base
Category
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Maitland Smith Library Leather Book Table Lamps
By Maitland Smith
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
These charming tall lamps feature wooden faux books in a realistic form with each book showing
Category
20th Century American Chesterfield Table Lamps
Materials
Leather, Wood
International Style Diminutive Library or Desk Table Lamp in Leather
By Tommi Parzinger, Jacques Adnet
Located in South Charleston, WV
fabric lamp shade. Ideal as a task or reading lamp or for use on a desk or credenza. It is heavy and well
Category
Vintage 1960s Unknown International Style Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Handsome Library Desk Lamp by Chapman
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A brass and black enameled library lamp by Chapman The black drum shade fits into a brass ring
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
2 Chapman 1973 Sculptural Greyhound Whippet Dog Library Book Table Lamps
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1973 Chapman Manufacturing Company table lamps. Composite material showing dogs (whippets
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Composition
Pair of Brass Goose Neck Library Lamps
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A handsome pair of brass adjustable goose neck library lamps attributed to Chapman. The front lamp
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chapman Brass Adjustable Library Lamps
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of Chapman manufacturer adjustable brass lamps. In the style of the old gaslight fixtures
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ralph Lauren Bronze Library Desk Table Lamp Tole Shade Articulating Tripod Base
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century desk / table lamp by Ralph Lauren. Features a tripod pad foot base and two
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Cast Brass French Tole Painted Bouillotte Styled Library or Table Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
French style, and most likely in the United States. Each lamp has a brass footed bowl with three candle
Category
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Brass Hand Library Desk Lamp by Chapman
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage brass hand bankers lamp by Chapman.
Handsome human fist decoration top of the shade
USA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Brass and Emerald Glass Double Light Library Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Very stylish double light library lamp. Two emerald green glass shade lined with white glass over
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Double Brass Banker Desk or Library Lamp, Early 20th Century
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Beautiful brass table double brass banker desk or library lamp, early /mid 20th century, (Between
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Steel and Cast Iron Library Desk Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Early 20th century, library desk lamp features an ornate cast iron base and stem with a brushed
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Iron
Vintage Maitland Smith Brass Tessellated Penshell Articulating Library Desk Lamp
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table / desk lamp featuring a round tessellated base supporting a brass
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
adjustable Double Headed "Faries" All Brass Library Lamp with Green Shades
By Faries
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1920 patented articulating Faries Brass Library Desk Lamp. Featuring Green
enameled Brass shades
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Banker Desk or Library Lamp, Art Deco Style Early 20th Century, Brass
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Ar Deco library lamp
Beautiful brass table brass banker desk or library lamp, early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1950s Nessen Studios Double Cone Brass Library Lamp with White Shades
By Nessen Studio
Located in Bainbridge, NY
1950's Nessen Studios Brass and White Desk Lamp. Featuring 2 White enameled adjustable Metal
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Vtg Brass French Horn 3 Arm Horse Hunt Library Candlestick Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage brass three light library bouillotte lamp featuring a equestrian / hunt theme with horn
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1972 Chapman Brass Candelabra 2 Light Bouillotte Tole Shade Library Lamp 31"
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1972 Chapman French bouillotte style table lamp with square base, four candlesticks, two
Category
Vintage 1970s French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
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Library Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the library table lamp you’re looking for. Each library table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and bronze. There are 46 variations of the antique or vintage library table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the library table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A library table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Regency — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made library table lamp over the years, but those crafted by Chapman Manufacturing Company, Jacques Biny and Edward F. Caldwell
Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Library Table Lamp?
Prices for a library table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $250 and can go as high as $19,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,562.
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 Library Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- How 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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, 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 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 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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