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Rare Pair of Modern Opalescent, Shell Form Glass Lamps
Located in Bellport, NY
Fabulous pair of opalescent shell form lamps from the 1970s. Lucite bases and finials, chrome
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Pair of Shagreen, Brass and Shell Lamps, France, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary French pair lamps made of pieced shagreen, brass and shell
Same pattern and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Table Lamps
Large and Rare Lucite Sea Shell Roger Rougier Lamp
By Roger Rougier
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Large and Rare Lucite Sea Shell Roger Rougier Lamp is an iconic piece. Its striking design is
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A striking hand-painted conch shell lamp, circa 1960
Located in View Park, CA
An absolutely outrageous hand-crafted ceramic conch shell lamp, late 1950s. This stunning statement
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Early 20th Century English Clam Shell Work Bench Lamp
Located in London, GB
Early 20th Century English clam shell work bench lamp
A highly decorative and unique English
Category
Vintage 1920s British Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1924 René Lalique - Lamp Coquilles Shells Glass
Nickeled Bronze
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Lamp "Coquilles" (Shells) made in opalescent glass by René Lalique in 1924.
Set mounted on an Art
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Magnificent Vintage Italian Ceramic Shell Lamp *Free International Delivery
Located in Portlaoise, IE
Gorgeus ceramic lifesize lamp in the form of a coral sea shell. Makers signature to the base along
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 6 Vallauris Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps in the shape of Sea Shells, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in London, GB
Highly decorative set of 6 mid-century table lamps in glazed ceramic from Vallauris in the south of
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Penshell Urn Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A classical penshell urn shaped table lamp with brass detail. Penshell is a beautiful alternative
Category
1990s Philippine Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Maitland Smith frog prince lamp with pen shell shade
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A whimsical, reclining frog prince lamp with incredible detail and patina… Still has original tags
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A Murano Tortoise Shell Glass Vase As A Lamp
Located in London, GB
flared rim, now mounted as a lamp.
Please note:
Photographed with a 16” diameter pale cream card
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Cast Aluminum Tortoise Shell Lamps by Arthur Court
By Arthur Court
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of cast aluminum tortoise shell lamps by Arthur Court. The cast shells have pierced openings
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Large Contemporary Pair of Brass Murano Glass Shell Lamps, Italy
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large pair of Murano glass and brass shell table or bedside lamps. Contemporary work from a small
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Emilia Palomba Ceramic Shell Lamps, circa 2000, France
By Emilia Palomba
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of large Emilia Palomba ceramic shell lamps
Large model.
Ceramic shell structure and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Faux Tortoise Shell Mounted As Back Lamp After Karl Springer
Located in Buchanan, MI
Faux Tortoise Shell Mounted As Back Lamp After Karl Springer
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of M40 Recoilless Rifle Artillery Shell Lamps circa 1950
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Pair of M40 Recoilless Rifle Artillery Shell Lamps Circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Hollywood Regency Brass Turtle Shell Lamp by Ravarini Castoldi, 1970s.
By Maison Jansen, Chapman Manufacturing Company, Maison Charles
Located in Lille, FR
Hollywood Regency Brass Turtle Shell Lamp by Ravarini Castoldi, 1970s.
Good condition.
Age
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Pair of Opalescent Shell Form Glass and Lucite Lamps
Located in Bellport, NY
Pair of 1970s shell form opalescent glass lamps. Lucite bases and finials, chrome sockets, clear
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
WWI Armitrice Artillery Shell Desk Lamp with Brown String Shade
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
75 M/M WWI Armistice celebration shell desk lamp with new metal string shade.
"11th hour of the
Category
Early 20th Century American Table Lamps
Capiz Paillette Dress Form Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
The dress-shaped shade of this table lamp is entirely rendered in capiz shell paillettes. The dress
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Wood
"Nautilus" Table Lamp by Moritz Hacker
By Moritz Hacker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nautilus Table Lamp by Moritz Hacker.Designed and manufactured in the Austria, early 1900's
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
Pair of Mercury Glass Shell Lamps on Polished Nickel/Brass Bases
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Mercury Glass Shell Lamps on polished nickel and brass bases.
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Huge Italian Mid-Century Modern Nautilus Shell Lamp by Aldo Tura
By Aldo Tura
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Huge Italian nautilus shell lamp by Aldo Tura, Italy, 1960s. The enormous shell is made from
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Goatskin, Fiberglass
Large Shell Lamp Pearl Resin Brass by Maison Rougier, France, 1970s
By Maison Rougier, Liane Rougier
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Large shell oyster lamp in pearl Perspex resin and brass base by Liane Rougier for Maison Rougier
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Brass Flower Table Lamp by Willy Daro
By Willy Daro
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
case the beautiful shells.
This table lamp is in very good original condition.
All our lamps are
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Turtle or Tortoise Shell Aluminum Arthur Court Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Arthur Court polished cast aluminum turtle or tortoise shell lamps, recently polished
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Vintage cast bronze shell lamp on a marble base, c. 1900
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Cast bronze shell shaped dish mounted on a custom marble base and wired for use as a lamp. The top
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Tortoise Shell Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
What came first:the shell or the light? Sweet lil' light you can close when finished to leave it as
Category
Antique 19th Century English Table Lamps
Gorgeous Black and Gold Chelsea House Shell Lamp with Seahorse Finial
By Chelsea House
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautifully designed table lamp having a gilded seashell as the base mounted on black and gold
Category
1990s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Composition
Leaded Seashell Lamp Art Nouveau Metal Base and Detailed Mosaic Shell Shade
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This Art Nouveau stylized lamp has a patinated metal base with beautifully constructed shell lamp
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Lead
Very rare secession desk lamp Lady holding a shell atr. Gustav Gurschner
By Gustave Gurschner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare secession desk lamp Lady holding a shell atr. Gustav Gurschner in very nice original
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps
Materials
Zinc
1960s French Vallauris Ceramic Shell Lamp with a Seabed Interior Signed Hyeres
By Vallauris
Located in London, England
An interesting and kitsch Vallauris ceramic decorative table lamp from the 1950s/1960s in the shape
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pair of Seashell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large scale pair of grotto style table lamps entirely encrusted with seashells in an elaborate well
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$3,950 / set
Mid-Century Modern Conch Seashell Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern conch seashell mounted as a table lamp, atop a black base. In great vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of White Seashell Floral Design Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of table lamps crafted with white shells in ambitious floral designs and presented on Lucite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$3,600 / set
Pair of Custom Modernist Barnacle Table Lamps
By FS Henemader Antiques, Inc.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Striking pair of modern table lamps and matching finials exclusively designed and handcrafted by FS
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$3,550 / set
Pair Of 1970
s Shell Lamps In The Style Of Angelo Brotto
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Italian brass table lamps
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Coastal Capiz Tile Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful pair of vintage Coastal lamps. Beautiful colored Capiz Shell tiles in flared rectangle
Category
Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$1,195 / set
Art Nouveau Style Mixed Metal Figural Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Art Nouveau style figural table lamp, in the manner of Lucien Charles Edouard Alliot (French, 1877
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Seguso Vetri d
Arte Murano Scavo Glass Conch Shell Table Light
By Seguso Vetri d
Arte
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Large sculptural handblown Murano art glass conch shell table light in white scavo technique
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Rougier Shell Form Accent Lamps in Frosted Acrylic and Polished Brass
By Roger Rougier
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of accent table lamps, produced circa 1970s-1980s by the Canadian company Rougier, with
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Outstanding Pair of Custom Faux-Tortoise Shell Ceramic Lamps with Lucite Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant pair of custom-made faux-tortoiseshell lamps. Exacting ceramic form with beautiful
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Karl Springer Pair of Tortoise Style Penshell Table Lamps
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
polished finish. The look very closely resembles tortoise shell. Brass hardware. Each lamp has 2 regular
Category
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Shell Lamps in Polished Pewter by Vincent Garnier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pair of Art Deco inspired shell lamps were realized by the esteemed maker Vincent
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
White Molded Acryilic Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Table Lamp
By Roger Rougier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century modern acrylic Shell Sculpture table lamp.
Category
20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Acrylic
Pair of Large Handcrafted Seashell Table Lamps, 1970s English
Located in London, GB
This stunning pair of large table lamps from the 1970s is handcrafted. Each lamp features a
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Plaster Nautilus Shell Lamps in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
With brass fittings, takes standard 100w bulb. Overall height with current harps and paper shades is 25.5".
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Willy Daro Brass Table Lamps with Mounted Seashell, a pair
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Willy Daro designed these stunning table lamps in the 1970s. This pair of lamps boast oversized sea
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-century Sculptural Sea Urchin Table Lamp after C. Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Lovely Mid-Century Modern sculptural sea urchin table lamp made in the manner of C. Jere. Featuring
Category
20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Pair of Tortoise Shell Blown Glass
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 1960's Italian "tortoise shell" blown glass table lamps. Available t our showroom at 235
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Pair of Vintage Grotto Style Seashell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of large table lamps ambitiously handcrafted in a grotto style assemblage of exotic
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Wood
Fiberglass and Bronze Table Lamp
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful 1980s fiberglass and bronze with a crackled egg shell design table lamp in the manner
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Murano Glass Sea Shell Accent Light
Located in Peabody, MA
reminiscent of a sea shell, ca. 1980s. With original in-line dimmer switch, the swirls are highly accentuated
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Hand Made Terra Cotta Shell Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
She sells seashells by the seashore. Unusual, beautiful shell light for your beach house or city
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Terracotta
Maitland Smith Art Deco Figural Bronze Female
Penshell Table Lamp 25"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table lamp featuring a bronze female figure standing on a stacked
Category
Late 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Brass and Seashell One of a Kind Pair of Table Lamps, Spain, 1980
Located in Madrid, ES
One of a kind hand-crafted pair of table lamps, with brass base and structure and natural seashells
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Other Table Lamps
Materials
Coral, Brass
Modern Globe Lamps
Located in Rochester, NY
Two unique vintage Mid-Century Modern fiberglass and natural shell globe shaped table lamps. Larger
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Shell
$1,450
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Shell Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of shell table lamps is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique shell table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, shell and brass. There are 415 antique and vintage shell table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 20 modern editions to choose from as well. Shell table lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco shell table lamps are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large shell table lamps, so small shell table lamps measuring 3 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made shell table lamps over the years, but those made by Roger Rougier, Tiffany Studios and Willy Daro are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Shell Table Lamps?
Prices for shell table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, shell table lamps begin at $244 and can go as high as $27,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,954.
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 Shell Table Lamps
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
- 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
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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1970 Tiffany Lamps
Brass Turtle Shell Lamp
Capiz Shell Lamp Shade