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Guido Gambone Rare Large Tall Italian Colorful Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy 1950 s
By Guido Gambone
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful watercolor-inspired large scale ceramic table lamp attributed to Guido Gambone. Lampshade
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Pair of Model G154 Table Lamps, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Pair of Model G154 table lamps, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, manufactured by AB Markaryd, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Extremely Rare Lucite Table Lamp or Floor Light by Elio Martinelli 1969 Italy
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern table lamp or floor light. Designed by Elio
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Lucite

Oscar Torlasco, Rare Pair of Mod. 577 Table / Desk Lamp, Lumi Milan, 1960
By Oscar Torlasco, Arredoluce
Located in Firenze, IT
Oscar Torlasco rare pair of table lamp mod.577Prod. Lumi, Italia, circa 1960 Model 577 was
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A rare pair of table lamps by Maison Bagùes with parrots and urns
Located in Berlin, DE
Since the 1860s, the renowned French luxury lighting atelier Maison Baguès has been producing pieces that are highly valued across the world. For candlesticks Each piece is hand ass...
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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Rare Vintage Pair of Mid-Century Modern Colorful Agate Mineral Stone Table Lamps
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique, vibrant and superb condition, 1970s table lamps with lids and marvelous colors. Both with
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Agate

Rare 1960s Hala Zeist Desk Table Lamp Black Lacquer with Mobile Chrome Airplane
By Hala Zeist
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare desk lamp by Hala Zeist, Germany with special gimmick - a mobile airplane. Manufactured ca
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Vintage 1960s German Futurist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Rare Bronze Italian Lamps w/ Paper Shades
Located in North Miami, FL
These petite table lamps are made of heavy polished bronze in the form of a wish-bone, open to
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Rare Minimalistic Mid-Century Table Lamp Prix by Ingo Maurer for Design M 1969
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Munich, DE
Rare, elegant and minimalistic Mid-Century Modern table lamp or desk light in dark brown. Model
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo articulated desk Lamp, circa 1950 Rare
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Rare Stilnovo articulated desk lamp with black shade. Brass has nice patina and the lamp has
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of Adjustable Table Lamps by Josef Hurka for Napako / 1960s
By Napako, Josef Hurka
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, 1960s - Good original condition - Marked by maker. - Published in catalogues.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Rare Huge Palshus Dark Blue Table Lamp Danish Mid-Century Modern Ceramic, 1960s
By Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Carl-Harry Stålhane, Gunnar Nylund, Søholm Stentøj, Palshus
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare to find very tall vintage Palshus Denmark table lamp including new quality lampshade! The
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce Mod.142 Rare Table or Wall Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Naples, IT
Rare and great wall or ceiling lamp model 142 designed by Gino Sarfatti, production Arteluce, Italy
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Two-Armed Bauhaus Table Lamp by Christian Dell for Bünte Remmler 1930s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, two-armed Bauhaus / Modernist table lamp with adjustable arms and shades. Designed
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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare First Edition Hebi Flexible Table Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Italy
By Valenti Luce
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the timeless elegance of the Hebi table lamp, a masterpiece of design by Isao Hosoe for
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Space Age Table Lamp "Rocket" by Josef Hůrka for Napako, 1960s
By Napako, Josef Hurka
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia, - 1960s - Design: Josef Hurka - Maker: Napako - Marked.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Vinatge Blue Muarno Glass Lamp Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exceptional and Rare- 38" tall to the top of the socket. 48" with the shade photo. Shades are not
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Lucite

Flambé Table Lamp
Located in Richmond, London
A stunning and extremely rare Chinese export Flambé vase table lamp of superbly decorative colour
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Stig Lindberg Big Black/Brown/Blueish Table Lamp, Sweden Unique 1970 Rare Size
By Gustavsberg, Stig Lindberg
Located in Forest, BE
This is a very unique table lamp with the very famous Japanese glaze (tenmoku). Its a higher piece
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wool, Clay, Ceramic

Rare Perforated Table Lamp in Full Brass Model EV 65 for Itsu, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
One of the most original retro lamps that we have come across in our 30 years career and one that
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Large Tall Mid-Century Danish Modern Pottery Table Lamp Teak Pebble Paneled
Located in Wayne, NJ
Unusual large tall mid-century danish modern pottery table lamp teak and pebble panels. 42.88" to
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Rare Pair of Italian Glass Brass Table Lamps by Pietro Chiesa Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in New York, NY
A rare and elegant pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern 'Astrolabe' table lamps by Pietro Chiesa for
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Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Very Rare circa 1780-1800 Chinese Rootwood Carved Statue of Buddha Table Lamp
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
statue of Buddha which has been made into a table lamp A very good looking and decorative piece, the
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Antique 1780s Chinese Georgian Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Rare Pair of Large Italian Textured Murano Glass Table Lamps by Kaiser Leuchten
By Kaiser Leuchten, Mazzega
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Midcentury pair of vintage textured glass and polished brass table lamps by Kaiser Leuchten with
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Cork and Row Silk Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, M Design
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare early cork table lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s, Germany. Executed in cork and raw
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cork, Silk

1960s Rare Pair of Swedish Side lamps
Located in New York, NY
Rare Vintage 1960s Pair of Swedish Side lamps in brass and white lacquered metal. The brass arm has
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage rare Glass Table Lamp by Josef Hejtman for Kamenicky Senov, 1960 s.
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
The lamp was thoroughly disassembled and cleaned. Was fitted with a new electrical installation
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Vintage Ceramic Rare Deco Style Horse Heads Table Lamps with Silk Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Beautiful Rare Ceramic Horse Head Sculpture Table Lamps on Square Black Bases with
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare : « pyramide Panthographe » lamp by Yonel Lebovici
By Yonel Lebovici
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Structure triangulée en laiton doré, bras supérieurs déployants et structure centrale pivotante. Signature incisée « Lebovici Y. » Haut. 41,5 cm - Larg. 55 cm - Prof. 19,5 cm PROVEN...
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Cosack Mid-Century Table Lamp with Red Fine Wrinkle Finish and Brass Neck
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Beautiful, rare, large, mid-century table lamp from the German manufacturer Cosack. Metal base and
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Restored Rattan Lamps with Rare Split Rattan Lamp Shade, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare lamp shades composed of rattan that has been split and stripped into thin pieces and brought
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Roger Capron Rare Pair Of 4 Horns Signed Ceramic Table Lamps, c. 1955 France.
By Roger Capron
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare pair of Roger Capron "4 horns" model table lamps, circa 1955, France. Hand-painted and
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Restored Industrial Age Adjustable Brass Task Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rarely seen fully adjustable Brass Task Lamp with great function and fine Industrial Era
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Early 20th Century Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Other

Rare Genet et Michon French Art Deco Frosted Art Glass Table Lamp Shade
By Genet Michon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An extraordinarily fine and rare French art glass table lamp shade. The shade is constructed of
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Rare Pair of French 18th c. Tole Lamps
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rare pair of Directoire period Bouillotte tole lamps in original black and gilt lacquer paint
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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Rare early K-series (Oba- Q/Ghost) table lamp by Shiro Kuramata (Large)
By Shiro Kuramata
Located in Centreville, VA
This masterpiece, K-series or another name Oba- Q, epitomizes Japanese post-modernism designed in 1972 by Shiro Kuramata, the Japanese legendary interior designer. Another name Oba ...
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Rare Pair of Table Lamps by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, 1955-1956, Italy
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A rare pair of table lamps designed by Max Ingrand and manufactured by Fontana Arte, 1955-1956
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Brass Table Lamp Mod. 5061 by Paavo Tynell for Taito, Finland, ca. 1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare large polished brass table lamp by Paavo Tynell produced by Taito, Finland 1940s. In an
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Crowfoot Table Lamp by J.T. Kalmar Austria 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant Mid-Century Modern table lamp. Designed & manufactured probably by J.T
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare space age table lamp in lucite by Jean Dudon, France, circa 1960
By Jean Dudon
Located in Vittoria, IT
Rare table lamp attributed to Jean Dudon, composed of a lucite sheet that in addition to refracting light creating an interesting glow when lit acts as a track on which the metal cap...
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Vintage 1960s French Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Rare Pair Table Lamps in Frosted Glass and Brass
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in New York, NY
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte rare pair of exquisite table lamps with sculptural hourglass shaped
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of Table Lamps Model 2552/2 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank
Located in Brescia, Brescia
Designed in 1938 by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, this rare pair of table lamps, model 2552/2
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare California Design Line Bill Curry Pick-Up Lite Table Lamps Chrome Design
By Bill Curry Design Line
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Each lamp 2.2 lbs. of cast and polished steel tapering cylinder, hiding within an electric light
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Rare Sculptural Bronze Lamp by Fernand Dresse
By Fernand Dresse
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice abstract bronze lamp signed Dimensions given without shade No shade provided.  
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Rare Mid Century Modern Table Lamp or Desk Light by Andre Ricard for Metalarte
By Metalarte Spain, André Ricard
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare and elegant table lamp or desk light. Designed by André Ricard in 1973. Manufactured
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Metal

Space Age Jim Bindman for Rainbow Lamp Co. Minimalist Brass Chrome Desk Lamp
By Rainbow Lamp Company 1, Jim Bindman
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare patinated brass & chrome table desk lamp designed by Jim Bindman for Rainbow lamp
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20th Century American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

rare and amazing willy daro "lucifer" agate lamp
By Willy Daro
Located in Munich, DE
wonderful table lamp. acrylic base, brass flames around an agate and light on top.
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Brass

RARE ANTiQUE FRENCH ART DECO 20s COLD PAINTED BRONZE TABLE LAMP WITH MARBLE BASe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, very rare original cold painted Bronze, French Art Deco table lamp period patina A very good looking
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20th Century English Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare Paavo Tynell S Table Lamp Model 9202, Brass, Wood and Linen, Taito 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito
Located in Helsinki, FI
not only sleek, and very different than the other standard Tynell table lamps, it is also very rare
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Rare James Mont Bamboo Lamps
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful pair of James Mont bamboo lamps with a frog and snail detail. The lamps have their
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Rare Art Deco Bauhaus Bedside Table Lamps or Sconces Germany 1920s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare & elegant Art Deco or Bauhaus bedside table lamps or sconces. Adjustable lamp shades
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Rare Paavo Tynell S Table Lamp 9202 in Full Brass Rattan Shade, Taito 1940s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
not only sleek, and very different than the other standard Tynell table lamps, it is very rare, even
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, 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
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Roses on the Vine Table Lamps, Studio Job, Red Green Crystal, Very Rare, Pair
By Studio Job (Job Smeets Nynke Tynagel)
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare pair of "Roses on the Vine" table lamps designed by Studio Job, Belgium, 2005. Red and green
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Early 2000s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Aluminum

Rare Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1970 s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Praha, CZ
Exeptional vintage piece of lighting from Italy. Made in the 1970's, atributed to designer Carlo Nason for Mazzega.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare Koch and Lowy Brass Desk Lamp
By Koch Lowy
Located in Water Mill, NY
Unusaul Koch and Lowy brass adjustable dest lamp.
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Rare George Nelson Student Lamp for Phil-Mar
By George Nelson, Phil-Mar
Located in Fraser, MI
Rare Student Lamp designed by George Nelson for Phil-Mar Lamps. Blue Striped Ceramic Body, Brass
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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Rare Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the rare table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each rare table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. There are 1300 variations of the antique or vintage rare table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 11 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer rare table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A rare table lamp, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made rare table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti and Hans-Agne Jakobsson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Rare Table Lamp?

Prices for a rare table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $98,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,898.

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 Rare Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How 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, 2024
    To 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    The 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    There 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, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    There 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, 2024
    The 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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  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To 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.