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Frederic Weinberg Mid Century Modern Abstract Art Table Lamp mcm 1950s Aqua
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Frederic Weinberg
Mid Century
Abstract Pottery
Table Lamp
!conic Mid Century Modern
Attributed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair, Yasha Heifetz "Male
Female Dancer" MCM Carved Wood Table Lamps
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Atlanta, GA
1938. Their primary product was table lamps, but they also made ashtrays, wood and metal sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Gorgeous Mid Century Handcrafted Bamboo
Wood Table Lamp 60s MCM Arts Crafts
By George Nakashima
Located in Peoria, AZ
Gorgeous
Bamboo and Parquetry!
Table Lamp
Circa 1960s-1970s
Dimensions: 20" tall by 15" wide
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Table Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Very Rare, MCM 1965, Italy
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Table Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Very Rare, MCM 1965, Italy
Rare Modern Glass and Metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron
Pair of MCM Chrome and Lucite Table Lamps by Hivo Van Teal
By Hivo Van Teal
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of MCM chrome and lucite table lamps by Hivo Van Teal, circa 1970s. These beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
MCM High Style Hollywood Regency God
Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This pair of 1950s Neoclassical-style table lamps features the busts of Greek gods mounted on the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
$2,100 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Futuristic Mid Century Modern MCM Glass and Lucite Studio-Made Table Lamp
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Futuristic Mid Century Modern MCM Glass and Lucite Studio-Made Table Lamp is a true
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Lucite
Monumental Tony Paul for Westwood Futures Asian Buddha Sculptural Table Lamp MCM
By Tony Paul, Westwood Industries
Located in Peoria, AZ
!
DIMENSIONS: APPROX. 32" TALL BY 18" WIDE
Westwood lamps were some of the Mid Century's most "tony
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
$3,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Olive River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
socket is a standard, E26 bulb base, typical for table lamps. Please use an LED bulb!
The lampshade
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$772 Sale Price
25% Off
Olive River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
socket is a standard, E26 bulb base, typical for table lamps. Please use an LED bulb!
The lampshade
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$772 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Postmodern MCM Hivo Van Teal Sculptural Lucite
Chrome Table Lamps Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Postmodern Sculptural Lucite & Chrome Table Lamps attributed to Hivo Van
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Black Metal Side Fins
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Space Age MCM walnut table lamp with black metal side fins, circa 1960s. The lamp is in excellent
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
$380 Sale Price
20% Off
Camphor River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, and handstrung lampshade. Light socket is a standard, E26 bulb base, typical for table lamps. Please
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Spectacular MCM Lucite Pair Lamps Signed Van Teal
By Hivo Van Teal
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular pair of MCM lucite lamps signed Van Tral. Great condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
$1,450 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Karl Springer Style MCM Stacked Lucite Table Lamp "Grand Staircase", a Pair
By Karl Springer
Located in Plainview, NY
This captivating pair of Karl Springer style "Grand Staircase" table lamps is a stunning tribute to
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Vintage MCM Abstract Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a stunning pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern table lamps, each a testament to abstract
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Signed Glazed Ceramic Double Branch Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage table lamp is a masterful example of mid-century studio design, featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Abstract Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this striking pair of Mid-Century Modern abstract table lamps, boasting
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Brass Candelabra Lamp After Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a commanding architectural statement with this monumental vintage table lamp, a striking
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Mid-Century Modern (MCM) Glazed Ceramic Gourd Lamps are a perfect blend of retro style
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Lucite
$1,750 / set
Chrome Table Lamp Style of Karl Springer, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic Studio Decor
By Karl Springer
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
CHROME TABLE LAMP
PERSPEX DIFFUSER AND LINEN SHADE
IN THE STYLE OF KARL SPRINGER, CIRCA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Brass Geometric Table Lamp Style of Gio Ponti, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic
By Gio Ponti, Arredoluce
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
WOOD, PERSPEX & BRASS
GEOMETRIC TABLE LAMP
IN THE STYLE OF GIO PONTI, CIRCA 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
MCM 1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Modern Art Abstract Female Form Table Lamp Oak
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
HEIFETZ ABSTRACT, MODERN
SCULPTED TABLE LAMP!
INIMITABLE YASHA HEIFETZ STYLE!
OILED
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage MCM Tommi Parzinger Style Tall White Frosted Glass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Tommi Parzinger Style Tall White Frosted Glass Stacked Table Lamps - a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Vintage MCM Tall Royal Haeger Attr Blue Glazed Ceramic Pottery Floral Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Blue & Green Tall Glazed Ceramic Pottery Floral Table Lamp Attributed to
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Fabulous MCM Coastal Sea Shell Nautilus Lamps Pair
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique mid century modern pair of coastal lamps with 7” nautilus shells , barnacle clusters and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pr. Beth Weissman MCM Chrome
Lucite Floral Butterfly Motif Table Lamps C. 1974
By Weissman
Located in Atlanta, GA
table lamps, crafted circa 1974. These lamps embody the quintessential design elements of the era
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair MCM Black
Gold Large Scale Table Lamps by Carstens Tonnieshof of Germany
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Topeka, KS
style large scale table lamps with off-white linen-look hard backed drum shades and round wood bases by
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rare MCM Chrome Table Lamp with Black Metal Shade by Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce
By Giuseppe Ostuni, Oluce
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare MCM chrome table lamp with black metal shade by Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce, circa 1970's
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Mid-20th Century MCM Carved Wood Bishop Chess Piece Table Lamp Black Paper Shade
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century MCM (a.k.a. Mid Century Modern) carved wood Bishop chess piece table lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1970’s MCM Globe Table Lamp by Lawrence Peabody Many Moods Collection for Sears
By Sears, Roebuck
Company, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) table lamp by Lawrence Peabody from his Many Moods
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Milk Glass
1963 MCM Italian Pottery Table Lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi in Rimini Ambra
By Bitossi, Raymor, Aldo Londi
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage Mid-Century Modern golden brown Italian pottery Rimini Ambra Series table lamp by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Lamp Pottery Mid Century Incised Tree Organic Green
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage mid century pottery lamp with great incised tree design. Clean and organic MCM design. 3
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Sculptural Italian MCM Maurizio Tempestini White Alabaster "FLAME" Lamps
By Maurizio Tempestini
Located in St. Louis, MO
polished white Alabaster table lamps with flame design raised on oval ebonized wooden bases. Known as the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
A Resin Lamp Shade Vintage International MCM circa 1950-60s
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a vintage International Midcentury Modern chrome table lamp with resin shade circa 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Resin
$568 Sale Price
60% Off
Arts
Crafts MCM Burlap Lamp Tripod 1950s Epic Danish Modern Mid Century
By Hansen, Raymor
Located in Peoria, AZ
! This hand crafted lamp is one of a kind and the details add to a very beautiful and unique MCM design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of MCM Walter Von Nessen Tall White Enameled Column Lamps
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of MCM Walter von Nessen tall white enameled column lamps
Of minimalist design, with a 4.5
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,516 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair of Danish MCM "Burgundia" Ceramic Lamps by Sorensen
Jensen for Soholm
By Soholm Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning and very hard to find pair of Danish MCM "Burgundia" ceramic table lamps by Sorensen
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Custom Floor Lamp After Gerald Thurston MCM
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Peoria, AZ
table lamp and the floor lamp.
A Fantastic addition to your Palm Springs Atomic Ranch, Miami Estate or
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
$4,720 Sale Price
20% Off
James Mont MCM Gilt Brass Candlestick Lamp With Frosted Glass Flame Shade
By James Mont
Located in New Orleans, LA
A mid-century modern James Mont-style solid cast, gilt brass table lamp base with Chinese
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Tall
Epic! Blue Vintage MCM Italian Pottery Lamp Bitossi 1950s Aldo Londi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Peoria, AZ
Finest in the World!
Monumental!
37" Italian Pottery Lamp
Rimini Blue with White Stripes & Black
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery, Wood
Jewelled Ceramic Accent Up Lamp! Magnificent MCM Decor After Peter Carl Fabergé
By Peter Carl Fabergé
Located in Peoria, AZ
Gorgeous!
Ceramic Accent Lamp!
Jewelled Amber Glass
Magnificent Hollywood Regency Style!
Height
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
MCM Model 7100 "Diax" Adjustable Desk Lamp in Gold Accents by Tensor
By Tensor
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice MCM model 7100 "Diax" adjustable desk lamp in gold accents by Tensor, circa 1970s. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$140 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 70s Eyeball Lamps by Targetti Sankey - MCM Italian Design Light
By Targetti Sankey
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
accent lighting in mid-century modern interiors.
item. table lamps, desk lamps
maker. targetti sankey
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Zaccagnini Pottery Marbro Italian Ming Style MCM Raymor Brown
White Lamp
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Wilton, CT
Large Zaccagnini pottery for Marbro Ming style lamp, circa 1960's. Approx. 34" high overall, 16" to
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Bagni Raymor Italian Pottery Vintage Lamp Large MCM Modern Ceramic 34"
By Alvino Bagni
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Bagni for Raymor Italian pottery lamp with rich colored bubble theme on a crackle
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
By Guido Gambone
Located in Peoria, AZ
PREPARE FOR THE LANDING!
DANISH MODERN
MID CENTURY
UFO LAMPS
GOLD FLECKS IN PLASTER!
ATOMIC
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Wood
$5,850 Sale Price / set
35% Off
Very Large Stunning Brutalist Postmodern MCM Ceramic Handmade Lamp 70s, 3 lights
Located in Basel, BS
Very stunning 1970s large French, brutalist handmade lamp featuring a 3 light switch, you can have
Category
Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair! Mid Century Modern Greek Amphora Plaster Lamps Baby Blue
White 1950s MCM
By Guido Gambone
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
PAIR
MID CENTURY MODERN
TABLE LAMPS
GREEK AMPHORA DESIGN
BABY BLUE WITH WHITE ACCENTS
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
$7,600 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bauhaus Gerald Thurston Art Deco Saucer Swing Arm Lamp! Lightolier Blue MCM 40s
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
MONUMENTAL!
GERALD THURSTON FOR LIGHTOLIER!
EARLIEST THURSTON SAUCER LAMP!
The Rarest Thurston
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Vintage Ceramic Lamps by Elspeth Cohen for Lapid MCM studio pottery
Located in Seattle, WA
Geometric Design - Earth Tones & Blue - 1970s Light. A stunning pair of vintage ceramic lamps
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Light
By Clay Michie
Located in Peoria, AZ
CLAY MICHIE FOR KNOLL
ARTICULATING SAUCER DESK LAMP
NO. 8
RARE W/ BULB DIFFUSER
DIMENSIONS
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Decor
By Clay Michie
Located in Peoria, AZ
CLAY MICHIE FOR KNOLL
ARTICULATING SAUCER DESK LAMP
NO. 8
RARE W/ BULB DIFFUSER
DIMENSIONS
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1970s MCM Large White Pearlescent Ceramic Oyster Form Lamp with Globe as Pearl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hollywood Regency style large ceramic form open oyster / clam shell table lamp on round raised
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Mid-20th Century MCM Ceramic Orange
Black Glossy Drip Glaze Lamps, a Pair
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic orange & black glossy drip glaze table lamps with new
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Sculptural French Cockatoo Lamp Macaw on Swing Linen Shade MCM 34"
Located in Dayton, OH
Rare Mid Century French Cockatoo / Macaw / Parrot lamp. The Cockatoo is beaded and is mounted on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,260 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage MCM Mid Century Space Age Modern Pottery Lamp Crackle Glaze 1960s Retro
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Mid Century Space Age Modern pottery lamp in white crackle glaze, circa 1960's. 40
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
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Mcm Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mcm table lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and ceramic, all mcm table lamps available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of mcm table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of mcm table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Folk Art mcm table lamps are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made mcm table lamps over the years, but those made by Artemide, Greta Von Nessen and Charles Hollis Jones are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Mcm Table Lamps?
Mcm table lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,750, while the lowest priced sells for $235 and the highest can go for as much as $4,800.
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 Mcm Table Lamps
- What is an MCM lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An MCM lamp is a lighting fixture produced during the middle of the 20th century. MCM stands for mid-century modern, the name associated with this era. The lamps include both tabletop and freestanding floor fixtures. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage lamps.
- What is an MCM dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture 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.
- 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 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.
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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.”
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