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Lamp Table by Daniela Puppa and Franco Raggi for Fontana Arte, 1988
By Daniela Puppa and Franco Raggi, Fontana Arte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A amazing Memphis style lamp table by Daniela Puppa and Franco Raggi for Fontana Arte. Adjustable
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Rare Type Wall or Table Lamps Toffoli, Italy, 1970s
By Toffoli, Memphis Milano
Located in Praha, CZ
- very rare type
- nice style of lighting
- marked by label
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
$522 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.45 in W 9.45 in D 2.37 in
Martine Bedin Super White Memphis Milano Postmodern
By Martine Bedin
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Famous super lamp designed by Martine Bedin. Six-light bulb along with its back. With wheel and
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Memphis Table Lamp for the Beginning of the 1980s
By Memphis Group
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Italian Memphis table lamp. It’s was designed the the beginning of the 1980s in Milan
Category
Vintage 1980s European Futurist Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Matt Black Memphis Table Lamp by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs
By Robert Sonneman, George Kovacs
Located in London, GB
A rare matte black version of Robert Sonneman's table lamp for George Kovacs, USA, circa 1980
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$918
H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 4.73 in
PICCADILLY Table Lamp by Gerard Taylor for Memphis Milano
By Gerard Taylor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An early Memphis table lamp by Scottish Designer Gerard Taylor (of Sottsass Associate fame), from
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Tahiti Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass
By Memphis Group, Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass
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
Italian Memphis Style Desk Lamp, 1980s
By Memphis Group
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
This desk lamp is made in the famous Memphis style. The Italian Memphis Group was a design and
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Memphis Style Table Lamps Postmodern Glass / Chrome
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
These lamps have a very unique look, though vintage they have a very post modern, Memphis look
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,500 / set
H 29 in Dm 6 in
Ettore Sottsass for Memphis
Bay
Table Lamp, 1983
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Parma, IT
Ettore Sottsass 'Bay' table lamp for Memphis Milano, 1983.
In painted metal, glass and plexiglass.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Ettore Sottsass for Memphis
Ashoka
Big Table Lamp, 1981
By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group
Located in Parma, IT
Ettore Sottsass 'Ashoka' table lamp, 1981 Memphis Milano.
In painted and chromed metal, with five
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Italian Memphis Era Desk Lamp in White Perforated Metal, Orientable Arm
By Memphis Group
Located in Milan, IT
suggests a Memphis group inspiration behind the design of the lamp, but there are no attribution marks or
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$534
H 13.39 in W 4.34 in D 12.6 in
Unique Mid-Century Postmodern Peter Shire Memphis Style Sculptural Tri-Pod Lamp
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
Unique lamp constructed mostly of aluminum with copper accents and some color glass balls on the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
$1,500
H 32 in Dm 9 in
Ettore Sottsass for Memphis
Jagati
Table or Wall Lamp in Wood, Year 2000
By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group
Located in Parma, IT
Ettore Sottsass table or wall lamp 'Jagati' for Memphis Milano, part of the collection 'Mobili
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
$1,010
H 12.6 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Martine Bedin Super Lamp Memphis Milano Italian Postmodern, Museum Provenance
By Memphis Group, Martine Bedin
Located in London, GB
Designed in 1981 by Martine Bedin for Memphis Milano.
Fibreglass. Ceramic bulb holders and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fiberglass, Rubber
$3,265
H 11.82 in W 16.54 in D 3.55 in
Ron Rezek Modern Memphis Style Table Lamp
By Ron Rezek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ron Rezek modern Memphis style table lamp. Enameled metal base with square blue brushed aluminum
Category
Late 20th Century American Memphis Group Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
MT-952 Memphis Style Colourful Table Lamp, 1990s
Located in Budapest, HU
The MT-952 Memphis style table lamp highlights a design influenced by the Memphis Group, a famous
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century Italian Table Lamp Polychrome and Gilded Ceramic Sottsass Style
By Memphis Group
Located in Milano, IT
Late 20th blue and black geometric ceramic table lamp with gilded relief parts, in the spirit of
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
$1,069
H 13.78 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
Ettore Sottsass TAHITI Table Lamp for Memphis Milano
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ultimate Sottsass table light!!
Anthropomorphic (looks like a parrot) as the head (w/ lamp
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Style Desk Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1980s Memphis style desk lamp.
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Memphis Martine Bedin Table Lamp, Italy, circa 1981 “Super Lamp”
By Martine Bedin
Located in Lisbon, IT
Martine Bedin table lamp “Super lamp” for Memphis, Italy, circa 1981. In working condition. Italian
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Rubber
$2,294
H 13.78 in W 17.33 in D 6.3 in
Ettore Sottsass ASHOKA Table Lamp for MEMPHIS Milano
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Ashoka table lamp is an early Ettore Sottsass lighting masterwork for the introductory 1981
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Large Impressive Table Lamp Memphis style
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th century design.
Very Impressive large six-light table or desk lamp.
Brass and chrome table
Category
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Ettore Sottsass "Pattica" Table Lamp
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Cambridge, MA
A "Pattica" table lamp designed by Ettore Sottsass for Post Design/the Memphis Group
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Maple
BAY Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Bay table lamp is a breathtaking masterpiece by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis (1983). Fabricated
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal
Unique Postmodern Memphis Style Table Lamp Offered by La Porte
Located in Southampton, NY
This is a very interesting form table lamp. Postmodern era and reminiscent of the great creator of
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Ashoka
Large Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano, 1981, Italy
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in London, GB
Ashoka large table lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano, 1981, Italy
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
$9,797
H 38 in W 31 in D 2.5 in
Memphis Style NOS Spanish White Lucite and Black Metal Table Lamps, 1980s
By Caps i Mans
Located in Valencia, Valencia
Rare to see, Postmodern Memphis Style NOS white Lucite and black metal table lamps, Valencia, Spain
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,426 / set
H 19.69 in Dm 16.54 in
Pattica Lamp for Memphis Post Design, E. Sottsass
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Bern, CH
A lamp designed by Ettore Sottsass for the Post Design movement. The lamp features a series of five
Category
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Pair of "Super" Lamps by Martine Bedin for Memphis
By Martine Bedin
Located in Brussels, BE
5 lights each.
Memphis Milano metal tag under the base ( 1981 )
Rubber wheels.
Recently sold in
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Style Shallow Dish Lamp With Machined Aluminum Legs
By Sandy Littman
Located in Newburgh, NY
Memphis style shallow dish lamp with machined aluminum legs. Incandescent lampoing with cord, plug
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pair of 20th Century Italian Murano Glass Memphis Style Lamps
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Pair of stunning Italian Memphis style Murano glass lamps from the 1980s. Gorgeous splayed metal
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$3,250 / set
H 13.78 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mid Century Italian Memphis Style Glass Orb Lamps in White, Cream and Mint
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Italian Memphis style glass orb lamp with brass feet on a perforated metal base. This stunning lamp
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
$1,850
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Martine Bedin "Super" Light for Memphis Group
By Martine Bedin
Located in Miami, FL
From the first edition of Memphis Group Furniture collection, this rolling floor light was designed
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rubber, Fiberglass
Tablelamp by Lungean
Pellmann Lighting Memphis Postmodern Design Germany 1980s
By Brilliant Leuchten AG
Located in Vienna, AT
extraordinary objects like this table lamp. With refreshing humor and charm the Bauhaus manifesto was
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,258
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 5.12 in
Massimo Vallotto for Viba Table Lamp
Located in Richmond, VA
A tall and impressive "Memphis" inspired torchiere table lamp consisting of a mold blown white
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Massimo Vallotto for Viba Table Lamp
Located in Richmond, VA
A tall and impressive "Memphis" inspired torchiere table lamp consisting of a mold blown white
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Martine Bedin “Super” Table Lamp for Memphis, Italy, circa 1982
By Martine Bedin
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
Martine Bedin for Memphis.
“Super” table lamp.
Fiberglass, enamel, steel and rubber.
Metal label
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
$4,898
H 11.82 in W 16.54 in D 3.55 in
Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps by Crown Devon Memphis Range
By Colin Melbourne, Crown Devon Fieldings
Located in London, GB
A pair of midcentury table lamps by Crown Devon Memphis range
Designed by the noted British
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
$1,496 / set
H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Sinerpica Lamp by Michele De Lucchi for Alchimia Memphis
By Michele de Lucchi, Studio Alchimia
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
Sinerpica lamp by Michelle de Lucchi for Alchimia. De Lucchi is a member of the Memphis movement
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
A Memphis table lamp, doubling as an abstract piece of art, with a metal sunburst tip to hide the
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Composition
Architectural Table Lamp by Ron Rezek
Located in Pasadena, CA
Memphis table lamp designed by Ron Rezek from the 1980s. Architectural lighting that uses basic
Category
Late 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Memphis-Style Aluminum Table Lamps, Pair
By Memphis Group
Located in Pasadena, CA
This pair of Memphis-style table lamps feature a tiered conical design in anodized aluminum. The
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Memphis Postmodern Lamps, 1980
By Memphis Group
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Memphis Postmodern table lamps attributed to Ettore Sottsass, circa 1980s. Cantilevered
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Studio Glass Memphis Style Table Lamp, Italy in Stock
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
Studio glass Memphis style table lamp, Italy in stock.
One of a kind colorful table lamp.
Wired to
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Memphis Era Multidirectional Small Desk or Table Eye Lamp
By Memphis Group
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool and unique multidirectional desk table lamp, the eyeball moves any way you want to
Category
20th Century Hong Kong Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Art Glass Memphis Style Sculpture Table Lamp, Italy in Stock
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Miami, FL
Studio glass Memphis style table lamp, Italy in stock.
One of a kind colorful table lamp.
Wired
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Glass Memphis Style Sculpture Table Lamp, Italy in Stock
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Miami, FL
Studio glass Memphis style table lamp, Italy in stock.
One of a kind colorful table lamp, Ettore
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Ashoka Large Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano
By Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Kansas City, MO
Ashoka lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis, Milano, 1981. Excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Multicolor Italian Memphis Style Table Lamp by Veneta Lumi, 1980s
By Veneta Lumi, Memphis Milano
Located in Lyon, FR
Adorable and colorful desk lamp by Veneta Lumi, made in Italy in the 1980s, very Memphis style.
In
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Table Lamp Oceanic by Michele de Lucchi for Memphis
By Memphis Group, Michele de Lucchi
Located in Vienna, AT
Large iconic table lamp Oceanic by Michele de Lucchi, Memphis, 1981.
Enameled metal with a single
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Italian Memphis Style Green Blue White Orange Murano Glass Lamps
By Memphis Group
Located in New York, NY
A 1980s unique pair of colorful Italian Murano glass lamps in the style of Ettore Sottsass for
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,950 / set
H 33.75 in Dm 11 in
"Oceanic" Table Lamp by Michele De Lucchi, Memphis Milano Italy
By Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano
Located in Renens, CH
Oceanic Table Lamp by Michele de Lucchi, Memphis Milano Italy
The Oceanic table lamp has been
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
"Tahiti" Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano, 1981
By Memphis Group, Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass
Located in London, GB
wonderful "Tahiti" Lamp, designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1981 and produced by the Memphis Group, Milano
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Original Oceanic Table Lamp by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis
By Memphis Group, Michele de Lucchi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original oceanic table lamp designed by Michele De Lucchi for Memphis Group in Italy, 1981. Tubular
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Memphis Style Table Lamp by Brilliant Leuchten, Germany, 1980s
By Memphis Milano, Brilliant Leuchten AG
Located in Lyon, FR
Beautiful and very elegant postmodernist table lamp by Brilliant Leuchten, made in Germany in the
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$540
H 22.45 in W 11.82 in D 5.52 in
Postmodern Italian Memphis Design Green Blue White Red Black Murano Glass Lamps
By Memphis Group
Located in New York, NY
A 1980s unique pair of Italian colorful Murano glass lamps in the style of Ettore Sottsass for
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,950 / set
H 35.5 in Dm 15 in
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Memphis Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic memphis table lamp available at 1stDibs. A memphis table lamp — often made from metal, plastic and glass — can elevate any home. There are 135 variations of the antique or vintage memphis table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 23 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the memphis table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right memphis table lamp, those designed in Modern and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made memphis table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Memphis Group, Ettore Sottsass and Memphis Milano are consistently popular.
How Much is a Memphis Table Lamp?
Prices for a memphis table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $10 and can go as high as $9,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,500.
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 Memphis Table Lamp
- 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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