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Serge Roche Grotto Shell Plaster Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serge Roche Style Grotto She’ll Plaster Table Lamp. All original details and hand craftsmanship
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
French Vintage Table Lamp in Shell Form
Located in Antwerp, BE
French Vintage Table Lamp in Shell Form with Brass Base – 1970s Style
Elegant French table lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Bronze Table Lamp Porcelain Egg Shell
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bronze Table Lamp Egg Shell finish
25 h to socket x 13 diameter
Preowned vintage. No shade is
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Mary Hughes Sea Shell Table Top Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Mary Hughes Sea Shell Table Top Lamp, Hand Painted Italy 1950's.
Ceramic mid section with multiple
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Shell Encrusted Ceramic Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
nightstand, or a chic console table. The lamp is in excellent working vintage condition. The delicate shell
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Shell
Rare Table Lamp Natural Specimens Shellfish Shells
Resin, Original Midcentury
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
It is very rare, nothing usual. Midcentury resin table lamp with shells seafood inside. Crab and
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Resin
$819 Sale Price
42% Off
Bronze Art Noveau Style Figural Mermaid Table Lamp with a Conch Shell Lamp Shade
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Excellent rendition of a Tiffany style lamp, bronze with a conch shell shade. Beautifully cast with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Feldman White Capiz Shell and Brass Table Lamp, circa 1960
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Hello 1960s Hollywood Regency Glam! Most recently, a Feldman floor lamp of the same capiz floral
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$3,040 Sale Price
27% Off
Coastal Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Table Lamp with Harp
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall wooden lamp encrusted with natural seashells. This piece will be a wonderful addition to a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Wood
Turtle Shell and Brass Table Lamp, Attrib. to Willy Daro
By Willy Daro
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Willy Daro (attribution), brass, tortoiseshell, lacquered wood, France, circa 1970. This table lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Shell Form Glass Table Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Very groovy and retro, this pair of table lamps features a frosted glass urn in a molded seashell
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$3,000 / set
Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Art Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp from the 1940's with original bulb. 1940's USA.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Mid-Century Modern Conch Shell Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
Space Age Postmodern conch shell lamp with light fixture inside.
Giant conch shell mounted on a
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Fabulous Sea Shell Crystal Lamp Grasscloth Shade
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous Vintage Sea Shell Lamp in cut crystal vase , filled with Florida seashells, on. Metal base
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair, Mid-Century Modern Capiz Shell Over Wood Square Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage Capiz shell over wood table lamps.
Perfect working condition, UL-Listed and each
Category
Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Boho Coconut Shell Lamps - A Pair
By Casa Bique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of vintage table lamps is a masterful distillation of 1970s Organic Modernism
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,950 / set
Artisan Unique Sea Shell Night Lamp Coastal
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Artisan made sea shell decorated night lamp as great coastal decor accent. Unique one of a kind
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$151 Sale Price
44% Off
Bamboo Table Lamp with Scallop Shell Shade and Coiled Seagrass Base
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the northern Italian
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Elegant Art Deco Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Adjustable Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s.
Beautiful 1930s art deco table lamp with
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Adjustable Art Deco Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Adjustable Shell Shade Table Lamp Belgium 1930s.
Beautiful 1930s art deco table lamp with
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Maitland-Smith Pen Shell and Patinated Bronze Snail Table Lamp, c. 1980s
By Maitland Smith
Located in Glasgow, GB
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Often compared to Maitland-Smith’s iconic hot air balloon lamp, this “snail shell” model remains one of
Category
Vintage 1980s Philippine British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$944 Sale Price
65% Off
2 Maitland Smith Shell Mosaic Stacked Ball Candlestick Buffet Table Lamps 36"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two Maitland Smith buffet / table lamps featuring round bronze bases and urn shaped finials
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$822 Sale Price / set
30% Off
French Empire Brass Art Deco Shell Desk Table Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
1920s Empire French brass table desk lamp
Nickel Art Deco shell shade with heavy brass base
Brass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Pearlescent Acrylic Shell Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Phantasmagorical acrylic giant clam shell design table lamp possibly by the Canadian firm Rougier
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Vintage Decoupage Shell Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage decoupage lamp with a variety of shell images on a cream colored background.
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Capiz Shell Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Oversized 1960s Capiz shell lamp. Fully restored.
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
$1,600
Shell Decorated and Filled Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
scallop shell feet. The rim of the jar is also sand encrusted and the top of the lamp is decorated with
Category
20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Glass
Great Pair of Sea Shell Lamp Finials Brass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great pair of lamp finials. -double sided polished sea shells on brass .
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Maitland Smith Bronze
Shell Mosaic Footed Ginger Jar Urn Table Lamp 30"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table in the shape of a tall ginger jar / urn featuring a white shell mosaic
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$385 Sale Price
30% Off
Vntage Pair of Sea Shell Urchins Lamp Finials
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Lamp finials nature’s beauty sea shell pink urchins on brass bases.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Articulated Bamboo Table Lamp with Plaster Abalone Base and Abalone Shell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the northern Italian
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Lavender Lion
s Paw
Table Lamp in Nickel with Natural Scallop Shell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features floor and table lamps made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Nickel
Verner Panton
Fun 1TM
Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 1TM' table lamp in sea shells and chrome for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Verner Panton
Fun 2TM
Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Brass for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' table lamp in sea shells and brass for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal, Stainless Steel
Sea Shell Shaped Acrylic Table Lamp Attributed to Rougier
By Roger Rougier
Located in Toronto, ON
large enough to be able to be used as a table lamp or a low floor lamp. It's a unique and statement
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$680 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Boho Tortoise Shell Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage table lamp is a quintessential piece of Hollywood Regency and Boho-Chic
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Impressive Vintage Roger Rougier Acrylic Shell Form Table Lamp
By Roger Rougier
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Vintage Roger Rougier acrylic shell form table lamp.
White acrylic top half with translucent bottom
Category
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of Antique Carved Conch Shell Accent Table Lamps with Mythological Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
These antique carved shell accent lamps are unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Italy
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Two-Tone Rougier Clam Shell Acrylic Table Lamps - A Pair
By Roger Rougier
Located in Elkton, MD
Pair of Rougier acrylic table lamps, made in Canada and dated October 12, 1984. Each lamp features
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fabulous MCM Coastal Sea Shell Nautilus Lamps Pair
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Unique mid century modern pair of coastal lamps with 7” nautilus shells , barnacle clusters and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair Italian Carrara Marble Table Lamps With Shell Motif
Located in Chicago, IL
Classic Italian style, these table lamps are hand carved of Italian Carrara marble. The plinth
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Sculptural Table Lamp in Shell Inlay and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Chital III Table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A Large Italian Shell Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1960's shell shaped aluminium table lamp with lucite base.
Measurements:
Height of body
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Cosmo Table Lamp in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Cosmo table lamp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Table Lamp with Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
lamp by Kifu Paris is a whimsical and sculptural piece, inlaid in cream shagreen and black pen shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1940s Triton Conch Shell Lamp On Coconut Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Triton Conch Shell Lamp On Coconut Base
Natural shell
Colors: Browns and Creams
Needs
Category
Vintage 1940s Haitian Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Coconut
Vintage Coastal Bronze Shell Collector Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your space with coastal elegance using this pair of Vintage Bronze Shell Collector Lamps
Category
Late 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Verner Panton
Fun 2TM
Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' table lamp in sea shells and chrome for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome, Metal
Shell Inlay Table Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Owl Table lamp
Category
2010s Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Belgian Art Deco Shell Brass Goose Neck Desk Table Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
metal shell shade.
Brass base. Black cotton wire and plug.
Also, available with US/UK plug
Weight
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron, Nickel
Midcentury Shell Shaped Porcelain Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's Italian pearlescent glaze porcelain table lamps in the form of shells with a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
$4,400 / set
Pair of White Coral Lamps with Sea Shell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of white coral lamps with sea shells and silverleafed bases. The lampshades are handmade and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Coral, Silver Leaf
$2,975 / set
Vintage Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Hollywood Regency Tortoise Shell Blown Glass Table Lamp with Brass Mounts
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Hollywood Regency Shell-Shaped Table Lamp by Maison Charles Paris
By Maison Charles
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful table lamp, made of high-quality brass and bronze with a granite base, is a unique
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Granite, Bronze, Brass
Secessionist Bronze Mermaid Shell Lamp by Gustav Gurschner
By Gustave Gurschner
Located in Palm Beach, FL
medals and was quite well known for his Art Nouveau bronze and glass lamps. Examples of his work are
Category
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Wire
Post Modern White Ceramic Shell Grotto Motif Table Lamp - 1980s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A vintage post-modern white ceramic shell motif table lamp. Glazed in a crisp white ceramic, this
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Plaster Nautilus Shell Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage table lamp is a masterclass in Postmodern Coastal design, featuring a large
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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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 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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Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
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