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Rare "Shell" Lamp Made with a Copper Leaf
By J. J. Perrier
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
This is a rare "dinandrie" shell lamp made during the 1940s
The quality is just amazing.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
1940s Set of Two Shell Trench Art Lamps
Located in New York, NY
1940s set of two shell trench art lamps. Price includes rewiring with color wire of your choice
Category
Vintage 1940s French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Oyster Shell Shaped Porcelain Lamps, Pair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid century oyster shell shaped porcelain lamps - pair
The open oyster lamp measures: 16 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Post Modern Clam Shell Motif Table Lamps in Light Gray or Blue - A Pair
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of post-modern ceramic table lamps in a shell motif. This pair of lamps will add just the
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pierre Cardin Ceramic Tortoise Shell Lamp, France, 1960s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant ceramic turtle table lamp, mounted on a metal bar with one french bayonet socket and based
Category
Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Chrome Table or Desk Lamp all adjustable with Shell Shade, circa 1920s
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good and original desk or table lamp from the Art Deco period, circa 1920s
It is
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Richard Hoosin Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
Fascinating lamp made of shells and glass. it is stamped, dated, signed, and numbered.
This lamp
Category
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Geometric Table Lamp in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The geometric lamp is a sculptural piece with beautiful inlay detailing. This table lamp features a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Coastal Carved Wood Nautilus Shell Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal table lamps. A chic carved nautilus shell that’s spins inside a
Category
Late 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of 1960s Fibre de Verre Shell Shaped Lamps
Located in New Orleans, LA
Unusual shell shaped pair of lamps from the 1960s made of fiberglass, French.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass
Lovely Bronze Gilt Lamp, with a Sea Shell Design
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Lovely bronze gilt lamp for diffusion of light, with a sea shell design, 19th century.
Measures: H
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Vintage WW1 Trench Art Shell Case Lamps
Located in London, GB
A wonderful pair of vintage WW1 trench art shell case lamps. They would have been made around 1915
Category
Vintage 1910s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Braid
Pair of Resin Snail Shell Lamps, France 1970
s
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
An unusual pair of lamps made out of resin in the form of snail shells, France 1970’s. The resin
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Resin
Mid 20th Century Regency Brass Shell Lamps, a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of brass regency lamps with a shell motif. Both have a vintage lacquered woven cane
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Vintage Brass Clam Shell Nightstand Lamps, 1950s
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Italian vintage brass clam shell nightstand lamps.
One bulb per light.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Porcelain Opalascent Clam Shell with Pearl Shaped Globe Lamp
Located in Wayne, NJ
Vintage clam shell shaped lamp with an interior light covered with globe. Opalascent colors are
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Other
Nautilus Shell Shaped Giltwood Architectural Fragment Now Mounted as Lamp
Located in Nashville, TN
Water and matte gilt . Deeply carved and formed , now mounted with lamp fittings and a later black
Category
Early 20th Century French Baroque Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Roger Rougier Illuminated Lucite Figural Conch Shell Lamp, Mid-Century Modern
By Roger Rougier, Maison Rougier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Roger Rougier Illuminated Lucite Figural Conch Shell Lamp, Mid-Century Modern. Rare Rougier mid
Category
Mid-20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Rougier Molded Lucite Acrylic Large Shell Form Pearlescent Pearl White Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rougier molded lucite acrylic large shell form pearlescent pearl white table lamp. Item features
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Lucite
Pair of Capiz Shell Lampshades, Circa 1960
s
Located in Rochester, NY
table lamps or pendants. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Table Lamps
Materials
Wire
Pair of Ceramic Clam Shell Lamps with Pearl Globes, 1970, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamps are executed with E14 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is in working condition. It runs both on
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Milk Glass
Wonderful Tiffany Studios New York Zodiac Bronze Lamp with Capiz Shell Shade
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Roslyn, NY
A wonderful Tiffany Studios New York zodiac bronze lamp with capiz shell shade.
Category
20th Century North American Baroque Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with decorated Brassed Copper
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with decorated Brassed Copper
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Elegant Early 20th century Art Deco articulated brass gooseneck desk lamp with a decorated
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Decorated Shell Shade, 1920s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Early 20th Century Art Deco Articulated Brass Gooseneck Desk Lamp .
With a decorative brass
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Nautilus Seashell and Lucite Table Lamp Light
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful natural nautilus 'tiger' seashell lamp light, in the Victorian and Modern styles (with
Category
Mid-20th Century Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Lucite
Italian Table Lamp, Souvenir from Amalfi Coast, 1960s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
It features different assembled shells.
It shows slight defects, as you can see in the pictures
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Marble Shell Light Sculpture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian marble carved woman perched on a shell. Che dettagli!!!
Beautifully detailed piece.
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Snail Table Lamp Attributed to Jacques Duval-Brasseur
By Jacques Duval-Brasseur 1
Located in North Miami, FL
A beautiful and unique designed lamp in the style of Jacques Duval-Brasseur.
a bronzed lamp in the
Category
Vintage 1980s Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Stunning Art Deco
Pressed Glass
Shell Lamp with Maria / Lady Madonna in Prayer
Located in Lisse, NL
Original and rare Art Deco lamp.
This small but magnificent table lamp is an absolute joy to
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Original Large 1970s Glass Shell Opal Table Light by Peill
Putzler, Germany
By Peill
Putzler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Glass table lamp
Producer:
Peill & Putzler, Germany
Age:
1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
1960s Murano tortoise shell with brass hardware small table lamps.
Height to light socket 16.5''
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Regency Brass
Mother-of-pearl Nacre Shell Table or Night Light, France, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
A beautiful and elegant Regency style table lamp composed of many mother-of pearl or shell panes
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Bronze Monkey with Banana Leaf Table Lamp by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Bronze Monkey holding a ball and banana leaf on hands table lamp by Maitland Smith
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Marble, Brass and Capiz Kimono Table Lamp, USA, 1980s
By Maitland Smith
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare pair of Japanese kimono table lamp from Maitland Smith .
Well executed lighting art piece
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Maitland Smith Bronze Penshell Hot Air Balloon Table Lamp 8135-17
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table lamp with round black base supporting a bronze hot air balloon basket
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Les Nouveaux Ateliers Willy Daro Flower Table Lamp Seloy Oyster, 1970s Belgium
By Willy Daro
Located in Hannover, DE
This Willy Daro flower table lamp is of high quality. It is a rectangular brass base with four
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Sea Urchin Table Lamps by Curtis Jere
By C. Jeré Artisan House
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of mid-century sculptural sea urchin table lamps by Curtis Jere and Artisian House, circa
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Cosmo Table Lamp in Shagreen, Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Cosmo table lamp by Kifu Paris is a whimsical and sculptural piece, inlaid in black shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Seashell Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The lamps have been newly wired
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$2,450
Pair of Grotto Lamps by Tess Morley
Located in London, GB
A pair of shell encrusted grotto lamps, incorporating oyster shells and conch shells, by Tess
Category
2010s Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
A "oursin" lamp - French folk art - 1970s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A "oursin" lamp in the style of French folk art, created in the 1970s, was often crafted using
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine
A "oursin" lamp - French folk art - 1970s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A "oursin" lamp in the style of French folk art, created in the 1970s, was often crafted using
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Nautillus Lamp in Bronze by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in San Francisco, CA
A nautilus table lamp by Tiffany Studios in bronze with wishbone shaped base. A metal Loop on base
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Aesthetic Movement Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
A "oursin" lamp - French folk art - 1970s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A "oursin" lamp in the style of French folk art, created in the 1970s, was often crafted using
Category
Vintage 1970s French French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Anthony Redmile, Seashell Lamp, Signed, circa 1970, France
By J. Antony Redmile
Located in Nice, Cote d
Azur
Anthony Redmile, seashell lamp.
Shell, lacquered wood and metal base,
Signed "Redmile London
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
A huge "sea snail" lamp - French folk art - 1950s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
This "sea snail" lamp, crafted in the 1950s, was often made using large sea shells as the central
Category
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Oak, Shell
Vintage Maitland Smith Brass Tessellated Penshell Articulating Library Desk Lamp
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table / desk lamp featuring a round tessellated base supporting a brass
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sea-Form Lamp by Produit and Perry, 1970s
Located in Denton, TX
proved too expensive to produce. The shell shade was originally conceived in the early 1970s by Jose Aman
Category
Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fine Pair Of Arts And Crafts Era Bronze Sea Horse Lamps
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A detailed and well cast pair of Sea Horse Table Lamps with Capiz Shell Octagonal Shades. The bases
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Antique Art Nouveau Tiffany Studios Nautical Seashell
Bronze Lamp, c 1920
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique figural ARt Nouveau table or desk lamp by Tiffany Studios offers Nautilus shell shade
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Maison Charles Turtle Lamp
By Maison Charles
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Maison Charles cast bronze turtle shell table backlighter lamp, model “CARAIBES GM” France, circa
Category
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Mid Century Chinoiserie Figural Girl and Boy Lamps with Capiz Shades
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully charming set of chinoiserie table lamps. This set consists of two vintage lamps (1950’s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Shell
Pair of Vintage Seashell Covered Classic Cone Clip Lampshades
Located in Miami Beach, FL
, conchs, clams, tulips and auger shells, the palette includes pink, cream coral, ivory, and carmine. which
Category
Vintage 1970s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of Large Patinated Bronze and Steel Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large patinated bronze and steel “Starfish & Conch Shell" table lamps
Shade: 19.5" x 10"
Category
20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Steel
Capiz Shell Obelisk Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large and impressive table lamp in the manner of Tommi Parzinger in shell and brass, with black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$4,800
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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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.
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Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
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