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Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Round Gray Ceramic Table Lamps
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage pair of sculptural ceramic table lamps, circa 1960s. Features a unique round base in a
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural Plaster Table Lamp Hand Made in UK Contemporary 21st Century
Located in London, GB
Victoria plaster lamp by Victoria Ellis (commissioned by Simon Orrell Design) Height 35cm Width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Sculptural Plaster Table Lamp Hand Made in UK Contemporary 21st Century
Located in London, GB
MAYA Plaster lamp by Victoria Ellis (commissioned by Simon Orrell Design) Height 44cm Width 20cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Tall Brutalist Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp by Hagedorn-Olsen, Danish 1960s
By Asger Jorn, Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare very tall sized Danish Mid-century ceramic table lamp by Danish ceramist Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish HAK Kähler Sculptural Purple Table Lamp by Carl Cunningham Cole 1960s
By Poul Erik Eliasen, Carl Cunningham Cole, Herman August Kähler
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Sculptural Mid-century Danish table lamp made at the ceramic studio Kähler (HAK) by British
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Geometric Sculptural "Skyscraper" Prism Table Lamp in Translucent Lucite, 1970 s
By Charles Hollis Jones, Lion in Frost
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a stylish "Skyscraper" table lamp constructed from solid transparent lucite. Featuring
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Post Modern, Sculptural Vegetable Table Lamp. Exterior/Interior. Made in Italy
By Jenna Basso Pietrobon
Located in New York, NY
The Artichoke Fossil lamp, created by artist Jenna Basso Pietrobon, is a unique, handcrafted piece
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural Stone Lamp, England circa 1960
Located in Culver City, CA
England, 1960 Stone lamp base with woven linen shade. 14”dia x 29”h Ref. L5161 $ 2100
Category

Vintage 1960s English Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Camouflage Sculptural Sand and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions
Located in Geneve, CH
Camouflage Sculptural Sand and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions Exclusive Edition of 1 + 1
Category

2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Patinated Steel Ribbon Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic and graphic pair of table lamps were realized in the United States, circa 1960. They
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Panorama Sculptural Sand and Stone Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions
Located in Geneve, CH
Panorama Sculptural Sand and Stone Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions Exclusive Edition of 1 + 1 AP
Category

2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Copper

1950 s sculptural wood table lamp in the style of Alexandre Noll
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Sculptural fruit wood table lamp in the style of Alexandre Noll France
Category

Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Fruitwood

Sculptural "Bulb Moon" Glass Table Lamp by Glashütte Limburg, Germany 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in DE MEERN, NL
? Look no further than the vintage Glasshütte Bulb Moon table lamp. Crafted in the renowned German
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Abstract stoneware 20th century sculptural ceramic table lamp La Borne 1970
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
La Borne - 1970 Large abstract stoneware ceramic table lamp Original perfect condition Sold
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare sculptural lamp by Philippe Jean
By Philippe Jean
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
This is a very rare sculptural lamp signed Philippe Jean and numbered 214 / 300 Very nice condition
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Bronze

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Table Lamp by Modernera Mfg Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Wood Danish Modernist Table Lamp by Modernera Mfg Co
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut

1980s Sculptural Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp on Lucite Base, Signed and Numbered
Located in Miami, FL
1980s Sculptural Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp on Lucite Base, Signed and Numbered Offered for sale is
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A Sculptural Bronze BRUTALIST SHABBY-CHIC Neoclassical TABLE LAMP, France 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptional table lamp (or rather a night light) to be considered as a true light sculpture, Art
Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Italian Marble Sculptural Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A delightful sculptural lamp portraying a young woman and a child resting in a fountain; the child
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Sculptural French Wood Table Lamp with Facets, Art Deco Revival Style, 1980s
Located in leucate, FR
Elevate your interior design with this magnificent and rare French table lamp, a true testament to
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Brushed Metal Table Lamps by Laurel - Pair
By Laurel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Brushed Metal Table Lamps by Laurel - Pair. Circa Mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Chrome Articulated Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A sculptural and fully adjustable chrome floor lamp, Italy, 1960s. This rare Mid-Century Modern
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural Bronze Lamp by Esa Fedrigolli
By Esa Fedrigolli
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Fantastic 1970s sculptural bronze table lamp. Signed.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

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 Open Form White Ceramic Table Lamp with Woven Sculptural Motifs
By Tony Duquette
Located in New York, NY
This materially exquisite Mid-Century Modernist Open Form White Ceramic Table Lamp W/Woven
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Viennese Cold-Painted Bronze Sculptural Lamp
Located in London, GB
Viennese cold-painted bronze sculptural lamp Austrian, Early 20th Century Height 27cm, width 22cm
Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Michael Taylor Style Sculptural Modern Plaster Twist Spiral Column Table Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Chunky and substantial Michael Taylor style twisted spiral table lamp, circa 1980's. This
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Iconic Sculptural Textured White Gesso Finish Plaster Table Lamp Acrylic Base
By Sirmos
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern table lamp in white Gesso Finish. Plaster undertone with textured pattern a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Hollywood Regency Sculptural White Pineapple Table Lamps by Rembrandt
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Stunning pair of Hollywood Regency table lamps, pineapple shape with leafs, painted brilliant white
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Sculptural Welded Spikes Table Lamp Attributed to William Bowie
By William Bowie
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of circa 1970s sculptural lamps in the manner of William Bowie. The culture are incased in
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural, Contemporary New York, Table Lamp, dark Patina, 24ct Gold Leaf
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp sits on a rectangular slate base and features multiple
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Slate, Gold Leaf

Textured Base Sculptural Neutral White Ceramic Table Lamp by Elsa Foulon
Located in Geneve, CH
Sylvie table lamp by Elsa Foulon Dimensions: D 20 x W 41 x H 38 cm Materials: Enameled ceramic
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Halo brass table lamps by Ango, a modern sculptural jewel like lighting
By Ango
Located in Bangkok, TH
Halo is a precious table lamp in brass finish with a double layer of unique hand-welded technique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Sculptural Lamp in Chromed Metal, 1970s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Sculptural lamp in chromed metal, geometric and abstract shape. Hexagon base. French work
Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of sculptural wood table lamp in the style Of Alexandre Noll
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1950's Sculptural mahogany table lamps in the style of Alexandre Noll france Dimensions given
Category

Vintage 1950s European Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Nickel Básica M2 Sculptural Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Santiago Roqueta
By Santa Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Nickel Básica M2 table lamp by Santiago Roqueta, Santa & Cole. Dimensions: D 20 x H 71 cm
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Wood Brass Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Wood & Brass Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of 1950s Sculptural Italian Table Lamps – Solid Cast Brass Masterpiece
By Luciano Frigerio di Desio, Luciano Frigerio
Located in Milano, IT
A rare pair of sculptural Italian table lamps, dating back to the 1950s/60s. Their striking
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Large Solid Bronze Sculptural Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large solid bronze sculptural lamps. The shades have bronze trim. Measures: 45.75H. Base
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Travertine Table Lamp by Giuliano Cesari for Nucleo Sormani, 1971
By Giuliano Cesari, Nucleo
Located in Echt, NL
Beautiful travertine table lamp in excellent condition. Designed by Giuliano Cesari in 1971
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine

Curtis Jere Sculptural Hand Made Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Hand Made Lamp, by Curtis Jere, American, circa 1970s. It has a very Paul Evans
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Danish Table Lamps by Tony Paul
By Tony Paul
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of walnut with brass accent table lamps. Lamps operate by pulling the center piece of
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Volcanic Lava Pottery Table Lamps
By Gordon Jane Martz
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Volcanic Lava Pottery table lamps in varied
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Ceramic Graham Table Lamp in Matte Green Glaze with Linen Shade
By Calyer Ceramics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sculptural Handcrafted Ceramic Graham Table Lamp with Linen Shade This one-of-a-kind ceramic lamp
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp by Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen, 1960s
By Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish mid-century ceramic table lamp by Danish ceramist Jeppe Hagedorn-Olsen (1929-2011). Made
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Small Sculptural "I" Ceramic Lamp, Smoke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small Sculptural "I" Lamp, Smoke Materials: Glazed Ceramic Origin: California Dimensions: 10.25
Category

2010s American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Linen

Unusual Pair of Sculptural Ceramic Lamps
By Gordon Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual pair of ceramic lamps with elongated sculptural walnut stems, in the style of Martz
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Yasha Heifetz Mid-century Sculptural Nude Torso Table Lamp in Cerused Wood
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Miami, FL
Yasha Heifetz Mid-century Sculptural Nude Torso Table Lamp in Cerused Wood Offered for sale is a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Laurel Sculptural Gunmetal Table Lamp by Weiss Barr
By Laurel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Laurel Sculptural Gunmetal Finish Table Lamp by Weiss & Barr. Circa Mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Elephant Bust Table Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two dramatic white ceramic table lamps in the shape of an elephant bust, sitting on a cool piece of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Lamp
Located in Norwalk, CT
Very Palm Springs! Super glam. A sculptural Mid-Century Modern ceramic lamp, circa 1950s. Black and
Category

Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair P. Sanfilippo California Modern Sculptural Black White Table Lamps, 1950s
By P. Sanfilippo
Located in Bainbridge, NY
California Contemporary pair of Incised Black & White Table Lamps by P. Sanfillipo. Featuring an
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Early 20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Composition

Pair of Sculptural Modernist Handblown Murano Gold Mercury Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
This dramatic pair of table lamps were realized in Murano, Italy- the islands off the coast of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

1970s Gilded Wood Flower-Shaped Sculptural Lamp
Located in Marbella, ES
Sophisticated 20th-century wooden table lamp with a sculptural design depicting a stylized flower
Category

Late 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Sculptural, Contemporary Bird in Flight Table Lamp by Margit Wittig, Blue Glass
By Margit Wittig
Located in London, GB
This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp sits on a rectangular slate base and includes a hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Off-White and Gold Ceramic Urn Table Lamp, West Germany Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
West German pottery urn or baluster shaped table lamp with abstract geometric pattern is decorated
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Fold Table Lamp, LED Sculptural Modern Light, Deep Sea/ Hermes Grey Marble
By Jonathan Ben-Tovim
Located in Broadmeadows, Victoria
, the Fold Table Lamp deploys folded aluminum fins to reflect an ambient glow forward and back. Two
Category

2010s Australian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Granite, Aluminum

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Sculptural Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic sculptural table lamp available at 1stDibs. A sculptural table lamp — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 1295 options for an antique or vintage sculptural table lamp now, or shop our selection of 185 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a sculptural table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each sculptural table lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made sculptural table lamp over the years, but those crafted by Laurel Lamp Company, Dumais Made and Modeline Lamp Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Sculptural Table Lamp?

Prices for a sculptural table lamp start at $100 and top out at $48,000 with the average selling for $2,200.

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 Sculptural 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 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 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 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.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 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.