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Scandinavian Modern Three Arm Floor Lamp by Ateljé Lyktan
By Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan
Located in Vienna, AT
lamp shades. Designed in Sweden in the 1950s by Hans Bergström for Atelje Lyktan.
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Midcentury Floor Lamp By Eskilstuna Elektro Fabriks AB
By Eskilstuna Elektrofabrik
Located in Vienna, AT
fabrics lamp shades and one with brass and glass shade. Designed in Sweden in the 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Pair of Floor Lamps Model G-025 in Brass Produced by Bergbom in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
these without any lamp shades.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Josef Frank Brass Pair Duo Table Lamps Nightstands Lamps Vienna 1930s
By Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna 1930s. A rare original brass pair of table lamps or bedside lamps, each with two shades and two
Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A pair of Elegant French art deco ribbed crystal torchiere table lamps
Located in London, GB
A beautiful pair of French Art Deco design torchiere/uplighter table lamps . Shades made entirely
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Stainless Chrome Floor Lamps, a Pair
Located in Esperance, NY
. Lamps shades are plastic and are held up by three stainless rods that screw in.
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

German Art Deco Enameled Satin Glass, Marble and Aluminum Table Lamps, 1930s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
marbled opaline glass lamp shades. The lamps shades are adjustable. Both lamps have been rewired with
Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Antique Bronze, Altar Stick Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
turned-form body atop incised, fish scale bases of the same. Now wired for U.S. current Lamp shades are
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Bronze, Altar Stick Lamps
Antique Bronze, Altar Stick Lamps
$9,750 Sale Price / set
48% Off
Continental Art Co. Green Fairy Chalkware Lamps with Fiberglass Shades
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Pair of Continental Art Co. green fairy lamps. Vintage 1950s complete with fiberglass lamp shades
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Plaster, Fiberglass

Post Modern Studio Pottery Ceramic Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
separately. Lamp shades not included.
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Søholm Pair of Sculptural Ufo Sharped Table Lamps Danish Modern Blue Notes 1960s
By Søholm Stentøj
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
orange Included are a new lamp shades designed and made in Denmark. They are made of woven fabric
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Table Lamps by Holm Sørensen Co. in Denmark
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
. in Denmark. Please note: These will be sold without any lamp shades.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Copper Urn Lamps Rewired Warm Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
shades shown in the first photo. The lamp shades are not included. The lamps have been rewired and are
Category

Vintage 1940s Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper, Metal

Table Lamp Made of an old Wrought Iron Scale, Balance
Located in Antwerp, BE
with socket 34 cm. Weight 5 kg. Lamp shades are not included in the price.
Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Floor Lamps by Rupert Nikoll, Brass Yellow Red, Austria, 1960
By Stilnovo, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
(late 1950s or early 1960s). The lamp shades have been renewed on base of the original ones.
Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Solid Brass BAG Turgi Floor Lamps, Switzerland 1950s
By BAG Turgi
Located in New York, NY
steel details Lamp shades dimensions are as follow: 21 1/2" diameter x 15 1/2" diameter.
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Patinated Lamps by Frederick Cooper
Located in Palm Springs, CA
. Candle holders are 9.5" diameter. Base is 6.5" wide, 5" deep and 1" high. Lamp shades not included.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 20th Century Crystal Table "Girondelle" Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
original lamp shades and paper candle holders. Rewired, with switch and EU plug Dimensions: 50 (h) x 30 x
Category

Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Glamorous Hollywood Regency French Gold and Silver Leaf Pineapple Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
". The lamp shades are not included.
Category

Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Leaf

Hollywood Regency Pink Satin Frosted Glass Table Lamps w/ Lucite Base - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Century. Measurements: 26" H to finials x 12" Diameter Lamp Body. Lamp Shades, 21" Diameter.
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Pair of Bitossi "Birch"Lamps, with Custom Made Silk Shades by Rene Houben
By Bitossi
Located in Rijssen, NL
reminiscent of birch bark. Bitossi, Italy, circa 1960s. With a special new custom made silk lamp shades by
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of 1950s American Midcentury Tall Ceramic Table Lamps
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful pair of tall ceramic tall lamps freshly rewired, lamp shades not included, great
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Scandinavian table Lamps in glass by Bengt Edenfalk, Skruf Sweden, 1970
By Bengt Edenfalk, Skruf
Located in Genarp, SE
glass with a engraving and sticker. The height is with the lamp socket. Lamp shades are included.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Chrome Table Lamps by Maurizio Tempestini by Laura, Black Base, No Shade
Located in New York, NY
with black base. Elegant design, The lamps do not come with lamp shades. Lamps are very heavy and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mission Inspired Hand-Hammered Peanut Shaped Copper Lamp, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
, bottle-shaped lamps with a single light on top. --Lamp Shades not included-- Dimensions: Height: 19.5
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Pair of Floor Lamps in Rosewood and Brass, 1950 s
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
, brass and original lamp shades Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Falkenbergs belysning in
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Palm Tree Tole Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
patterns. Complete pair with all of the leaves., nice newer plugs too. Just add your favorite lamp shades
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Indian Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
vintage Marbro lamp. Shades for display only.
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Brass Mid Century Modern Lamps by Frederick Cooper
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Atlanta, GA
27.5"H. The lamp shades are not included.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Blue Chinese Export Lamps on 18kt Gilt Base
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of blue and white Chinese Export lamps sitting on 18 karat gold bases. The blue lamps are
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Table and Floor Lamp Designed by Ingo Maurer, 1968
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Rijssen, NL
, Germany. With new gold metal custom made chinenes red silk lamp shades with Bronze inner shade. Made by
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

1960s pair of royal leerdam / Blenko hurricane shell filled lamps
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
Pair of royal leerdam hurricane shell lamps. Hurricanes are 19” tall 35” tall with shades
Category

Vintage 1960s American Country Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Table Lamp by Kalmar Frankenberg with an Illuminated Ice Glass Stand
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
condition. Lamp shades replaced.
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Amethyst Crystal Quartz Table Lamps By Joseph Malekan
By Joseph Malekan
Located in Delray Beach, FL
base Wired and ready to light. Lucite base size: 7” x 7” x 1.5 Lamp shades are not included.
Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

Pair of Vintage French Bronze Bamboo Table Lamps by Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in Vilnius, LT
Pair of vintage French bamboo form bronze table lamps by Maison Charles. Lamp shades are oval form
Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Floor Lamps Gold Brass and Bamoboo Shade by Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1968
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Rijssen, NL
Munich, Germany. With new wood custom made lamp shades with Bronze inner shade. Made by Rene Houben. Also
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Table Lamp by Kalmar Frankenberg with an Illuminated Ice Glass Stand
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
condition. Lamp shades restored.
Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Monumental 1950s Asian Figure Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of large scale plaster lamps with antiqued silver finish in the form of a Asian figure
Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Monumental 1950s Asian Figure Lamps
Pair of Monumental 1950s Asian Figure Lamps
$1,825 Sale Price / set
50% Off
Pair of Egyptian Style Table Lamps with Bronze Accents by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in San Diego, CA
lamps are very heavy and extremely well made and come with their with original faux leather lamp shades
Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Floor Lamps by Lisa Johansson-Pape for Orno
By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Stockholm, SE
brown leather wound handles, voluminous white lamp shades. Shades can easily be lifted off to make the
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Chrome Wood Floor Lamp, Restored , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
new wiring. The lamp shades are very rare to find. There is one imperfection on one of them (see photo
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Chrome Plated Black Metal, Marble Mid-Century Floor Lamp
By Stilux, Arredoluce, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Adjustable floor lamp produced in the early '60s. Black painted metal rod & shades; chrome plated
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of brutalist table lamps, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
which look great as a pair. Come with fresh lamp shades. tested and ready to use with regular E27
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Table and Floor Lamp Designed by Ingo Maurer, 1968
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Rijssen, NL
, Germany. With new gold metal custom made lamp shades with Bronze inner shade. Made by Rene Houben
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Hollywood regency set of 2 pink granite and brass table lamps, Italy 1970 ca.
Located in Firenze, IT
granite. Lamp Shades not included H 22 cm - 18 cm diam Conditions: excellent good consistent with age
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Granite, Brass

Art Deco Bedside Lamps Table Lamps Walnut Chrome Cloud Dancer Textile Shade 1925
Located in Vienna, AT
lamp shades in color cloud dancer, circa 1925 Austria. A stunning pair of bedside lamps or table lamps
Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Pair of Tall Table Lamps in Brass, 1960 s
By Bergboms
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Please Note: These will be sold without any lamp shades
Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Monumental Bicolor Table or Floor Lamps by Romeo Rega, 1970s, Italy
By Romeo Rega
Located in Munich, DE
: The lamps will be sold without lamp shades. Dimensions without lamp shades: Diameter 9.05 in. x
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Atlanta, GA
, see last detail photos. Lamp shades are NOT included.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Wonderful Pair Mid Century Modern Mercury Glass Nickel Lamps John Salibello NYC
By John Salibello
Located in Roslyn, NY
Purchased From John Salibello NYC Accompanied By Beautiful Brown Silk Lamp Shades The lamps are 35" tall
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Antique Pair of 19th Century Famille Noire Chinese Vase Lamps, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A pair of 19th century Chinese Famille Noire baluster vase lamps. Beautifully hand painted. In very
Category

Antique 1860s Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of gilt ceramic lamps by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
: 28 cm (11.1 inches ) New lamp shades.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

2 Silver Plated Trophy Mantel Urn Converted Oil Lamps Lanterns 31"
Located in Dayton, OH
urn form with two light pull chains, footed base and oriental lamp shades. Dimensions: 31" x 6" x 6
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Empire Style Black Stone and Ormolu Lamps
Located in New York, NY
. Adjustable. Later mounded as a lamps. With duck blue and gilt lamps shades designed by Albert Hadley.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass, Ormolu

Rare Table Lamp in Brass, 1960 s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
condition, with signs of usage and patina Please note: These will be sold without any lamp shades
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Floor Lamps by ASEA Belysning, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
from polished brass stem with hand pleated lamp shades in off-white chintz fabric. Rewired with light
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Asian Style Floor Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, shiny black lacquer finish and white acrylic lamp shades. If you are looking to make a statement in any
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

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Used Lamp Shades For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of used lamp shades available for sale. Each of these unique used lamp shades was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Used lamp shades have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of used lamp shades to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency used lamp shades are of considerable interest. Poul Henningsen, Ifö Electric and Louis Poulsen each produced beautiful used lamp shades that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Lamp Shades?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $38,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Used Lamp Shades
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A banker’s lamp was traditionally used on bankers’ desks or in libraries or other office-type settings. The green-tinted shade helped keep the eyes feeling comfortable and protected from the glare of the bulb. Browse a collection of banker’s lamps from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gooseneck lamp is used for pointing illumination at a spot or subject that needs it. It can be used for night time reading, or on a larger scale, in construction sites for spot illumination. You’ll find a variety of gooseneck lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Artists can use a variety of lamps in their studios. Desk lamps with adjustable arms and shades are popular because they allow artists to direct light where they need it. Similarly, floor lamps that can be adjusted as necessary can also benefit artists. Shop a selection of lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A buffet lamp can be used on a buffet, bedroom dressers, hall console tables, sofa tables, etc. They are identified by their long narrow necks and tiny shades. Find a variety of buffet lamps on 1stDibs to meet your requirements.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a hanging oil lamp, remove the oil font from the base and fill it three-quarters of the way with clear lamp oil. Return the font and close the base. Twist the knob to raise the wick until it is a little less than 0.25 inches above the burner. Light with a match or lighter. After extinguishing and allowing time for cooling, trim the burned end off of the wick. You'll find a collection of hanging oil lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, oil lamps are still used today. However, most people utilize oil lamps while camping or during power outages in the U.S. It is uncommon for Americans to light their homes only with oil lamps. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique oil lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    People began using early versions of oil lamps for spiritual purposes during ancient times. References to oil-burning lamps are found in both the Torah and the Bible. Oil lamps became popular for everyday use lighting homes and businesses in the late 19th century with the advent of the kerosene lamp. Shop a selection of antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How you use a brass oil lamp may vary based on the design of the piece. However, generally, you fill the lamp with vegetable, sesame or similar plant-based oil. Use tweezers to raise and lower the wick and trim away burned ends with scissors. Then, use a match to light the lamp. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oil lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Using 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The safest way to burn a kerosene lamp is outdoors, but if you do want to use one inside, opt for K-1 kerosene in an indoor-specific lamp. Do not burn red kerosene in an indoor lamp because the fumes from the red dye can be toxic to inhale.