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Minimalist Led Table Lamp Sculptural Geometric Art Object Steel 510 x 170 mm
By Artem Zakharchenko-Halytskyi
Located in Vilnius, LT
The "Hvylya" designer table lamp is a striking contemporary lighting fixture that captivates with
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2010s Ukrainian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Sculptural Travertine and Gilt Metal Wild Duck Table Lamps by Lanciotto Galeotti
By Lanciotto Galeotti
Located in Voorburg, NL
A truly eye-catching set of unusual Gilt Metal Table Lamp, fashioned in the shape of a Wild Duck
Category

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

Materials

Travertine, Steel

Custom Pair of Modern Sculptural Plaster Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of modern sculptural plaster lamps. These lamps are customizable. Please inquire. Lead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Sculptural French Fat Lava Ceramic Table Lamp by Louis Giraud, Vallauris France
By Louis Giraud
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ceramic table lamp produced by Louis Giraud for his eponymous studio, 'Poterie d'Art Giraud
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

HUGE Sculptural MEMPHIS Style GEOMETRIC Ceramic FLOOR or TABLE LAMP France 1980
By Memphis Group
Located in PARIS, FR
A spectacular very large conical floor or table lamp, Post-Modernist, Free-Form, Memphis
Category

Vintage 1980s French Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Sculptural Brass and Gilt Tree Branch Shaped Table Lamp - France 1970 s
By Maison Charles
Located in New York, NY
Maison Charles style table lamp. Melamine base. European socket and wiring. In fair vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Amethyst Crystal Table Lamp Bespoke Made with a World-Class Amethyst
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
Designed by E2D Crystals, this Amethyst Geode Cluster table lamp is a one-of-a-kind item, created
Category

2010s Brazilian Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Iconic Sculptural Textured White Plaster Table Lamp on Lucite
By Sirmos
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern table lamp with Harp & Finial. Plaster undertone with textured finish in a slim
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Sculptural 1970s Brass Swirl Lamps
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Sultry pair of 1970s brass lamps with channeled swirl details. The sculptural swirls add depth and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Sculptural Clear Murano Glassand Brass Table Lamps
Located in Madrid, ES
Contemporary maximalist pair of brass table lamps, a stunning blend of modern design and opulence
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Holmegaard Blue Sculptural Glass Table Lamps Medium, Danish Modern 1970s
By Michael Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of Danish midcentury sculptural hand blown glass lamps designed by Michael Bang and made by
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Orb 3 Light Table Lamp - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome Orb 3 Light Table Lamps After George Kovacs - a Pair
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural White Plaster Shell Lamp Mid Century Modern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural white plaster shell lamp, American, circa 1960s. Rewired and ready to use. The lamp
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Black and White 20th Century Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp Le Vaucour Vallauris
By Le Vaucour
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Le Vaucour - Vallauris Original abstract ceramic table lamp circa 1960 in Vallauris Mid-20th
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Signed Philippe Jean Sculptural Dove Table Lamp French Mid-Century Modern 1970
By Philippe Jean
Located in Miami, FL
Superb and rare Philippe Jean 3 Part Table lamp, Porcelain Dove on a glass ball and Chrome Ring
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Danish Modern Søholm Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp Blue Fish Scales Decor, 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj, Einar Johansen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare Mid-century Danish table lamp from the acknowledged stoneware manufacturer Søholm. Made circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware, Fabric

1970s Lucite and Rattan Sculptural Cylinders Lamps
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
most spectacular and beautifully-presented 1970s lucite and rattan table lamps. Each lamp has
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite, Rattan

Large Sculptural Jewel Table Lamp in Black Bronze by Elan Atelier (Preorder)
By Elan Atelier
Located in New York, NY
-filled cylinder. The Jewel lamp is made from a solid cast bronze base in a dark bronze finish with a
Category

2010s European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Bent Brass Tube Paper Clip Shape Table Lamp Fontana Arte Style MINT
By Fontana Arte
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sculptural Bent Brass Tube Paper Clip Shape Table Lamp Fontana Arte Style MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

Vintage 1960s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Yasha Heffeitz Large Biomorphic Sculptural Organic Oak Table Lamp, USA 1950 s
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Yasha Heifetz sculpted oak lamp. The base is of one piece of carved oak with gently
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural Flame Motive Oiled Walnut Table Lamps MINT
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Square Bases Mid Century Modern Sculptural Flame Motive Oiled Walnut Table Lamps MINT
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Brutalist Metal Lamps By Julian Chichester
By Julian Chichester
Located in Chamblee, GA
Abstract figural lamp pair by Julian Chichester. Torch cut steel with patinated gold finish. From
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21st Century and Contemporary English Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Polished Brass and Cork Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
This stunning and graphic pair of table lamps were realized in the United States, circa 1960. They
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ballena. Contemporary minimalistic and sculptural floor lamp
By Bijeen
Located in Barcelona, ES
Contemporary and minimal floor lamp Ballena is part of The Podium Series; a set of lamps made by
Category

2010s Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Finnmark Modern Sculptural Lamp by Cyan Design
By Cyan Design
Located in Pasadena, TX
Finnmark Modern Sculptural Lamp by Cyan Design Made of mercury glass and crystal with patterned
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

Curtis Jere Sculptural Chromed Steel Column Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Large scale chrome curvy sculptural lamp on ebonized wood circular base. Retains partial paper
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp in White Glaze with Linen Shade and Brass Hardware
By Calyer Ceramics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand-Built Ceramic Table Lamp with Linen Shade — Inspired by the New England Coast This one-of-a
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Sculptural Lamp Richard Barr for Laurel
By Richard Barr, Laurel
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist Sculptural Lamp by Richard Barr for Laurel Lamp Company. Patinated bronzed steel sculpted
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Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Lamp, Circa 1960
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern sculptural lamp. Diamond Shape wooden column with brass mount details. Circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Cubyx Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Steel

Smoke Sculptural Floor Lamp by Camille Deram
Located in Geneve, CH
Smoke sculptural floor lamp by Camille Deram Tall lamp: 35 × 35 × 72 cm Medium size lamp: 25 × 25
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Cubyx Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Steel

Sculptural Floor or Table Lamp TAW by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini Italy 1960s
By Luigi Massoni, Guzzini
Located in Munich, DE
Sculptural Mid-Century Modern floor light or table lamp. Designed by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cubyx Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Steel

Cubyx Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Steel

Selection of Sculptural Mid Century Modern Lamps
By Bill Curry Design Line
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of Sculptural Mid Century Modern Lamps, circa 1960's. From left to right, they are: 1
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Basic Knot 5 Sand Sculptural and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions
Located in Geneve, CH
Basic Knot 5 Sand Sculptural and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions Dimensions: D 31 x W 28 x
Category

2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Basic Knot 6 Sand Sculptural and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions
Located in Geneve, CH
Basic Knot 6 Sand Sculptural and Nylon Table Lamp by Hot Wire Extensions Dimensions: D 25 x W 18 x
Category

2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Set of 2 Sculptural Elephant Leg Parota Wood Table Lamps by Isabel Moncada
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Sculptural Elephant Leg Parota Wood Table Lamps by Isabel Moncada Dimensions: Medium: Ø
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Fiberglass, Polystyrene, Wood

Brazilian Sculptural Lamp Ruídos by Dimitrih Correa
By Dimitrih Correa
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro
About the Lamp: Ruídos is a Table Lamp designed to enhance the beauty of its materials and tell
Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Sculptural Brass Fish and Black Stone Lamp, 1970s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Table lamp from the 1970s. This piece features a polished brass sculpture of a stylized fish and
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Sculptural Glazed Ceramic Lamp by Arpad Rosti
By Arpad Rosti
Located in Buffalo, NY
organic form sculptural glazed ceramic lamp by Arpad Rosti. Dark blue-green and grey in color
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Søholm Pair of Sculptural Ufo Sharped Table Lamps Danish Modern Blue Notes 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare pair of sculptural ufo sharped table lamps made by Søholm Stentøj model no. 1068, Denmark
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Cubyx Sculptural Onyx and Blackened Steel Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The sculptural 'Cubyx' lamp is made of a jointed translucent onyx panel cube placed on a tripod
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Steel

Pair of Sculptural Lamps by Enzo Missoni
By Enzo Missoni
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Fantastic pair of lamps in black opaline and bronze, circa 1980s. Dimensions given without shade
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Karl Springer Polished Chrome Desk Lamp, 1980
By Karl Springer
Located in Chicago, IL
Sculptural Karl Springer Polished Chrome Desk Lamp, 1980.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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.  
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Large Scale Constructivist Lamp - Very Sculptural Form
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Scale Constructivist Lamp, circa 1960's. It has a very sculptural form and is executed in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Panelitos Pineaple Lamp Small by Piegatto, a Sculptural Ceilling Lamp
Located in Guatemala, GU
color kakhi - Color: This lamp color can be customized: interior and exterior color - This lamp is
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2010s Guatemalan Table Lamps

Materials

Bamboo

Four Noble Truths Sculptural Lamp In Walnut Wood
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Four Nobel Truths Lamps is crafted from solid walnut wood. The Silhouette is intentionally
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural Bernard Rooke Ceramic Lamp, British Studio Pottery
By Bernard Rooke
Located in Oceanside, US
A rare and sculptural ceramic table lamp by British artist Bernard Rooke, dating to the 1960s
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of American 1950s Sculptural Brass Lamps
Located in Buchanan, NY
This handsome pair of American 1950s lamps possess an air of timeless charm. Finished in an elegant
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Nude Figural Sculptural Art Deco Buffet Table Lamps w Marble Base 44"
Located in Dayton, OH
An impressive pair of table lamps featuring heavy bronze Art Deco female nude figures lifting vases
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1970s Hand Blown Murano Glass Sculptural Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Hand blown clear Murano glass sculpture lamp with newly restored nickel-plated solid brass hardware
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Green Art Deco Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp made by S:t Erik, Sweden, 1920s
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Gertrud Lönegren, Upsala Ekeby, Edvin Ollers, Eva Jancke-Björk
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful Art Deco / Swedish Grace sculptural earthenware table lamp with amazing glaze
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware

19th Century French Bronze "Huntsman" Sculptural Lamp Base
Located in Middleburg, VA
Cast bronze figural lamp base depicting a mounted huntsman, with a coiled hunting horn over his
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

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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.