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Murano Glass Shell Lamps, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Murano glass shell lamps - table lamp white light blue - Vintage Space Age Design Italy - 1980s
Category
20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Vintage Coastal Plaster Nautilus Shell Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic pair of vintage Coastal table lamps. Chic nautilus shape with a matte plaster white
Category
Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
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
Pair of Elegant Art Deco Shell Shade Table Lamps Belgium 1930s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Pair of Adjustable Shell Shade Table Lamps Belgium 1930s.
Beautiful 1930s art deco table
Category
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lion
s Paw Table Lamp in Chrome
Terra Cotta w/ Scallop Shell Shade [In Stock]
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“Venus favors the bold.”
—Ovid
The Lion’s Paw Table Lamp in chrome is the 10th release from the
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
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Hollywood Regency Stepped Oval Faux Tortoise Shell Lacquer Table Lamp
By James Mont
Located in St. Louis, MO
1970s Hollywood Regency style lacquered table lamp in faux tortoise shell lacquer technique, shade
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Lion
s Paw
Table Lamp in Brass and Terra Cotta with Real Scallop Shell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
floor and table lamps made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional shades, placing
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Brass
Murano Glass Shell Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Sea shell table or bedside lamp in white stripe Murano glass, brass detail. Italian design like
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Natural Shell Lamps on Lucite Bases with Shades and Finials
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Celebrate seaside elegance with this pair of handcrafted table lamps, each featuring a sculptural
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Lucite
Pair of American Mid-Century Shell and Lucite Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century tessellated table lamps with a tapered cylindrical shape resting on a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Pair of Bronze Nautilus Shell Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of bronze table lamps sitting on black marble bases in the shape of a nautilus shell.
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$1,315 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Copper Scallop Shell with Dolphins, Electric Table Lamp, A Magnificent Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Copper Scallop Shell with Dolphins, Electric Table Lamp,
A magnificent decorative piece, this
Category
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Pair of silver table lamps with reliefs and applications on shell bases
Located in Porto, PT
Description: Pair of silver table lamps with reliefs and applications sitting on a circular shell
Category
20th Century European Table Lamps
Materials
Silver
$8,750 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Unusual Pair of Brass Shell Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Unusual pair of brass shell lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$6,900 / set
Vintage Tall Pastel Pink Art Deco Shell Motif Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pastel blush pink art deco ceramic table lamp. This piece will be a great addition to a grand
Category
20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Crackle Porcelain Nautilus Shell Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Perfect for an upscale coastal living space. Lamps are opposing pair.
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
$2,800 / set
Vintage Boho Plaster Shell Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
vintage plaster shell lamps. Modeled after spiraling auger shells, these table lamps feature a tactile
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,850 / set
Vintage Roger Rougier White Acrylic Clam Shell Mid Century Modern Table Lamp
By Roger Rougier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Roger Rougier White Acrylic Clam Shell Mid Century Modern Table Lamp. One side with white
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Monumental Brass Artillery Shell Trench Art Table Lamps w/ Woven Wire Shades
Located in Hyattsville, MD
slightly non-matching Trench Art Tables Lamps. Slightly different sizes in artillery diameter and base
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$3,051 Sale Price
35% Off
Murano blown shell shaped glass sculptural table lamp, La Murrina Italy 1970s
By La Murrina
Located in Firenze, IT
Murano blown shell shaped glass sculptural table lamp
La Murrina Italy 1970s
white striped glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Marble Shell Urn Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Marble Shell Urn Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Stiffel Vintage Assembled Set of Egg Shell Ceramic and Brass Table Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in Lomita, CA
The beautiful light tan or egg shell tint of the porcelain and brass Stiffels is stunning. I think
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Large Shell Lamp by Rougier
By Maison Rougier
Located in Dallas, TX
Very large Mid-Century Modern Shell lamp stamped Rougier, Canada 1960s.
The large vintage lamp is
Category
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Charming huge table shell lamp, venus, metal, wood, Mid-Century Design, Italy
Located in Wien, AT
Spectacular eye-catcher in your interior. It is a table lamp / floor lamp designed in the shape of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Coastal Resin Shell Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bring the essence of coastal living into your home with this exquisite pair of vintage shell lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,250 / set
Hollywood Regency Pink Swirl Shell Form Ceramic Lucite Round Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency 1980s Pink Swirl Shell Form Ceramic & Lucite Round Table Lamps. This
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Lucite
Sea Naval Shells Theme Decorated Driftwood Base Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sea Naval Shells Theme Decorated Driftwood Base Table Lamp Mid Century Modern MINT!
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Upholstery, Driftwood
Pair of Woven Grass Scalloped Clam Shell Seashell Beach Table Lamps Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of woven grass scalloped clam shell seashell Palm Beach table lamps. These have been
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Natural Fiber
Table Lamp Carved in Wood with Shell Shade Brown Color, France, 1950
By Alexandre Noll
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This table lamp, is a sculpture, wood with a shade in Shell. We Have an Old Patina and a Brown
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Late Art Deco Bronze Table Lamp with Capiz Shell Shade, Austria 1950s
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a marvelous late Art Deco table lamp. The lamp is made of bronze with
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Boho Coconut Shell Sea Urchin Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture coastal charm with this Vintage Boho Sea Urchin Lamp. Featuring a textured coconut shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Cocobolo
Jaime Young Pair of Tortoise Shell Effect Table Lamps Ellipitcal Shape Base
Located in Lomita, CA
Jaime Young makes a statement for home or office with this pair of fantastic table lamps. At first
Category
Early 2000s Chinese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
$512 Sale Price
35% Off
Vintage Pair Palm Beach Nautilus Shell Seashell Plaster Table Lamps Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of large opposing 1970s vintage nautilus seashell shell plaster table lamps. No chips or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
World War Two Trench Art, Brass Shell Case Table Lamp, USA, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brass table lamp made of a naval artillery shell dated production year 1943. The shell is
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Cornelia Table lamp
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
$699 / item
Whimsical Pair Of Marine Themed Coral Shell Seaweed And Rock Crystal Table Lamps
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Whimsical Pair Of Marine Themed Coral Shell Seaweed And Rock Crystal Table Lamps Modern Grotto
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Metal
Pair of 1970s German Peill
Putzler "Zebra" Shell Gold Tinted Glass Table Lamps
By Peill
Putzler
Located in London, England
table lamps from their "Zebra" range. A highly sought-after design from the 1970s. These striking lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century German Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Opaline Glass, Plastic
Mid Century Lacquered Coconut Shell Inlay Gourd-Form Table Lamp on Rattan Base
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Coconut Shell Inlay Gourd-Form Table Lamp on Rattan Base, Mid-20th
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Cast Conch Shell Lamp with Chrome Base
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage coastal style conch shell lamp.
Blending elements of mid century modern with Hollywood
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Decorative Gold Luster Shell Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully large-scale shell-form porcelain lamps glazed in a glamorous gold luster. Note that
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,800 / set
French Brass Flexi Stem Shell Lamp c1920
Located in Southampton, GB
Brass, oversized shell shade lamp.
Flexible stem.
This will be fully wired and PAT tested.
France
Category
Vintage 1920s French Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
$701 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Pair of Massive Coquina Coral Shell Stone Table Lamps Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Massive pair of vintage coquina stone table lamps. These have been professionally wired with all
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Brass
Rare Large Clam Shell Design Brass Table Lamp by Angelo Brotto, 1960s, Italy
By Angelo Brotto
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Modern Rare Large Clam Shell Design Brass Table Lamp by Angelo Brotto, 1960s, Italy
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Tukiainen Aimo Ossi Kalevi Table Lamp Sea Shell for Oy Moonlight Finnland 1970s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, brutalist Mid Century Modern light object or table lamp in shape of a sea shell
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Pair of Carved Wood Nautilus Shell Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of 1980s carved wood nautilus shells on gilt metal stands mounted as lamps on new painted
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$4,410 / set
Vintage Clam Shell Shaped Table Lamp Mounted to a Rectangular Metal Black Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Large Solid Brass Silver-Plated Clam Shell Shaped Table Lamp on Rectangular Lacquered Metal
Category
Antique 1650s American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Shagreen Sculptural Table Lamp with Shell and Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R
Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural Table Lamp is a graphic piece that adds a statement to any space. The bold pattern is inlaid in a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Maison Charles. Gilded bronze shell lamp. France, 1970s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Charles
Maison Charles. Shell-shaped lamp in gilded and patinated bronze, on a square
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Steel, Brass and Lucite Artillery Shell Lamps
Located in Denton, TX
Assembled in the 1980’s these shells have a nice patina With lucite circular bases and new shades
Category
20th Century North American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
$2,000 / set
Rhapsody Table Lamp in Black Shell
Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
By Patrick Coard
Located in New York, NY
candle line. The Rhapsody table lamp in bronze-patina brass and black pen shell is an ethereal and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970
s Pair of Aged Brass Shell Lamps
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is a beautiful pair of vintage aged brass shell lamps, their style lends them to regency
Category
20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,500 / set
Pair of Pearlescent Murano Glass Sea Shell Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage scallop shell lamps of opalescent glass, mounted on rectangular Lucite bases
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Lucite
Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps are striking decorative pieces that capture the
Category
Late 20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Wood, Paint
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 14
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Porcelain
Maison Jansen Mussel Shell Desk Lamp, France, 1970
By Maison Jansen
Located in DOORWERTH, NL
the wall lamps with the same design.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Antique Brass Artillery Double Shell Trench Art Table Lamp on Black Marble Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trench Art lamp fashioned from two stacked brass and chrome high caliber artillery shells mounted
Category
Vintage 1910s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Chrome
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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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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, 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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My Father Was Obsessed with This French Art Deco Tiger Lamp
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Hans Bergström’s Monumental Chandeliers Are Made for Grand Spaces
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
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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Christian Dior France
1970s Christian Dior
Etain Pewter
Noveau Bronze
Maitland Smith Pen Shell
Shell Encrusted Table
Terra Cotta Lions
Real Lion
Tall Ginger Jars
Antique Talking Machine
Maitland Smith Jar
Paavo Tynell 5321 Table Lamp
Paavo Tynell 5321
Plaster Scallop
Specimen Jar
1970 Tiffany Lamps
Brass Turtle Shell Lamp
Capiz Shell Lamp Shade