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1940 s Gilt wrought iron floor lamp attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1940's Gilt Wrought iron floor lamp with a DEER head Re-wired Dimensions givenwithout shade No
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Floor Lamp in Brass and Leather by Carl-Axel Acking, 1940 s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Brass and Leather by Carl-Axel Acking, 1940's Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Vintage Jumo 600 Chrome Table Lamp - 1940 s - 1950 s Mid Century Modern
By Maison Jumo
Located in New York City, NY
The JUMO model 600 desk lamp was designed in 1940 by André Mounique and Yves Jujeau for their
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Chrome

1940 s Art Deco Adjustable Desk lamp or Reading Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
1940’s Original Adjustable German Bakelite Desk Lamp Good honest very original Bakelite desk lamp
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

1940 s Murano Blue Glass Table Lamps - Pair
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's Murano Glass bright blue and gold table lamps with unusual wooden base
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Murano Glass

Pair 1940 s Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Neoclassic Italian Provincial Table Lamps. 1940's. Please look closely at pictures for finiah.
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1940s American Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

1940 s French Engraved Silver Plated Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
1940's French silver plated pair table lamps vase design with engraved ornament on body
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1940s French French Provincial Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Gilt Floor Lamp 1940 s French style of Gilbert Poillerat Beautiful Craftsmanship
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Gilt Floor Lamp 1940's French style of Gilbert Poillerat Beautiful Craftsmanship. Generally, when
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

French wooden bottle lamp H50 cm with new Belgian linen shade 1940 s/ 1950 s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Forest, BE
Decorative hardwood lamp made in the 1940's / 1950's in France. Made of hardwood in the sculptural
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Linen, Hardwood

1940 s Glass Metal Table Lamp Attributed to Aureliano Toso
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Schoorl, NL
This unique piece comes from 1940s attributed to Italian designer Aureliano Toso. The sculpted
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Antique Murano Glass Table Lamps Rose and Clear Glass Pair 1940 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1606 Stunning pair Murano glass lamps from Italy .1940's Beautiful pale rose ,white and clear glass
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Art Glass

1940 s Italian Floor Lamp with Mahogany Satin Nickel on Brass
Located in Hanover, MA
Stunning 1950's Italian floor lamp with the art deco stylings prevalent on the ocean liners of the
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Vinyl by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1940 s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Vinyl by Vilhelm Lauritzen, 1940's Additional Information
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940 s Glass Metal Table Lamp Attributed to Aureliano Toso
By Aureliano Toso
Located in Schoorl, NL
This is a highly creative lamp from designer Venini. Drawing on Murano's reputation for unique and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

1940 s Gilt iron " Bamboo " Floor lamp in the style of maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1940's Gilt iron "Bamboo" Floor lamp Great quality and design Dimensions given without shade / NO
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Large alabaster Baroque style table lamp, 1940 s
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Stylish table lamp made of alabaster in Baroque style. The alabaster has a natural and warm
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1940s Baroque Revival Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Alabaster

1940 s Floor Lamp Model 541 by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan
By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1940's Floor lamp model 541 by Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan. Grey metal frame with
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Maud Fredin Fredholm "Spring" Stoneware Lamp from Bo Fajans, Sweden, 1940 s
By Bo Fajans, Maud Fredin Fredholm
Located in New York, NY
Maud Fredin Fredholm hand decorated "Spring" stoneware lamp for Bo Fajans, Sweden. 1940's The lamp
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic

Height Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass, Woven Cane and Rattan Shade, 1940 s
By Lysberg, Hansen Therp
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass, Woven Cane and Rattan Shade, 1940's Additional Information
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Height Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass, Woven Cane and Rattan Shade, 1940 s
By Lysberg, Hansen Therp
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Floor Lamp in Brass, Woven Cane and Rattan Shade, 1940's Additional Information
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Floor Lamp in Double Glass Shades and Brass by Bo Notini, 1940’s
By Bo Notini
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Brass and Double Glass Shades by Bo Notini, 1940’s Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940 s French Large Opaline Glass Table Lamps - Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's French Opaline glass table lamps with gilt details
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1940s French American Classical Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Opaline Glass

Unique Finnish c. 1940 s bent wood table lamp
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Elevate your home decor with this unique Finnish c. 1940's table lamp. Expertly hand crafted during
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Birch

Floor Lamp in Brass and Double Glass Shades by Bo Notini, 1940’s
By Bo Notini
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Brass and Double Glass Shades by Bo Notini, 1940’s Additional Information: Material
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Table Lamp, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Hans Bergström
Located in Vienna, AT
Delightful Swedish table lamp from the 1940s. Brass base and details with a beech grip and satin
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Floor Lamp by Sigfried Giedion for B.A.G. Turgi, 1940 s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A vertically telescoping floor lamp with shade on a pivoting neck.
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20th Century Swiss Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Floor Lamp, France 1940s
Located in Berlin, DE
Floor Lamp, France 1940s. The measurements given apply to the lamp base without the shade. The
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Floor Lamp, France 1940s
Floor Lamp, France 1940s
$2,802 Sale Price
20% Off
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940 s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940's Additional
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940 s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Floor Lamp in Bronze Patinated Brass and Original Glass Shades by Poul Henningsen, 1940's
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s Carved Wood Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s carved wood lamp.
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

Italian 1940s Floor Lamp
Located in Paris, FR
1940s Italian floor lamp in beige lacquered and gilt brass; metal crown in dark green patina. Eight
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French 1940’s Polished Brass and Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a stunning French 1940's floor lamp, expertly fashioned from high-quality brass and
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

Modernist Floor Lamp by Sigfried Giedion for B.A.G. Turgi, 1940 s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Nickel plated base and stem, copper spherical finial, white enamel canopy
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1940s Swiss Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Austrian Brass Table Lamp, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Vienna, AT
Austrian brass table lamp from the 1940s. Large weighted base with a conical stem and large shade
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1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s Architectural Desk Lamp
By Christian Dell
Located in Westport, CT
Extra large architectural Desk lamp attributed to Christian Dell white enameled chrome top and
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1940s Unknown Bauhaus Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Enamel

French 1940s Floor Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage painted wrought iron floor lamp in the style of Arlus with gold painted twist detailing and
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Crystal, Wrought Iron

French 1940s Floor Lamp
French 1940s Floor Lamp
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Early Floor Lamp in Black Metal, Brass and Wrapped Cane by Paavo Tynell, 1940 s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Early Floor Lamp in Black Lacquered Metal, Brass and Wrapped Cane by Paavo Tynell, 1940's
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20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Lovely Large Sized Circa 1940 s Marble Brass Lamp with Cherub Putti s Angel
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1940’s oversized table lamp with
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1940s English Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Italian Urn Shaped Hand Carved Alabaster Lamp 1940 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-750 Italian urn shaped alabaster lamp Height to top of urn 10" Height to top of socket 18
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Alabaster

A Large Fine French 1940 s "Stirrup" Table Lamp
Located in Long Island City, NY
Fine and unusual French Art Deco leather and bronze stirrups table lamp with its original fabric
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Bronze

1940 s Paul Hanson Urn Shaped Crystal Table Lamps - Pair
Located in New York, NY
pair of circa 1940's Paul Hanson crystal urn shaped table lamps
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1940s French French Provincial Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Crystal

Pair of 1940’s Crystal Table Lamps with Bronze Fittings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's crystal table lamps with bronze fittings
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1940s European Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Crystal, Bronze

Paavo Tynell, 1940 s table lamp 5066 for Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Elevate your space with the Paavo Tynell 1940's table lamp for Taito Oy, a true classic
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940 s Neoclassical Style Brass Glass Obelisk Form Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful 1940's Neoclassical style Brass and Glass Obelisk Form Table Lamp. Shade is included.
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1940s American Neoclassical Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Art Glass

French, 1940s Floor Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Green painted wood base with bronze collar. The shaft begins with carved wood then a cluster of glass rods and ends in a bronze collar. A painted wood globe sits upon the shaft. Six ...
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Wood

Pair 1940 s Hollywood Regency Blue Opaline / Opalescent Table Lamps
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1940's Hollywood Regency Blue Opaline/ Opalescent Table Lamps. These are very beautiful and
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Art Glass

1940s Bouillotte Style Table Lamp
Located in Asheville, NC
Great 1940s Table Lamp, Bouillotte shape with three brass collared enamel candles on a trefoil base
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1940s American Revival Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Brass Table Lamp Rococo style with Double arms. 1940 s.
By Metal Art
Located in Bromma, SE
Classic Brass Table Lamp in Empire style with two arms. Sweden, 1940s. Original shade with new
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Modern Floor Lamp, 1940s
Located in Karlstad, SE
This is a lovely Swedish Modern floor lamp that was manufactured in Sweden during the 1940s. The
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass, Metal

1940s Table lamp by Glössner
By Glossner AB, Bo Notini
Located in New York, NY
Rare 1940s Table lamp by Glössner & Co., Sweden. Beautifully engraved leaves covers the glas
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s large rattan table lamp
Located in South Charleston, WV
Quite a large table lamp and imaged with other objects for scale. 34.5" tall. 10.5" wide and about
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Rattan

Adjustable Floor Lamp, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Praha, CZ
Art Deco floor lamp with adjustable arm and shade. Made in Denmark in 1940s. Completely restored
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass, Chrome

Hollywood Regency Bulbous Cerulean Blue Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp c 1940/1960 s
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
High Style Hollywood Regency style table lamp having a bulbous six sided ceramic vase body
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

1940s Marble Urn Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s marble urn table lamp.
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

1940s Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s wrought iron floor lamp.
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

Pair Italian Hand Carved Gilt Wood Lamps Painted Lamps circa 1940 s
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-949 pair hand carved Italian gilt wood lamps Original wiring in working condition. Also
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1960s Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Hardwood

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Counterweight Pendant Ceiling Pendant
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Brooklyn, NY
fully operational. Designer: Paavo Tynell Manufacturer: Taito Oy Origin: Finland Date: 1940s Lamp
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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

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Vintage 1940S Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage 1940s lamps is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage 1940s lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Vintage 1940s lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage 1940s lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Scandinavian Modern vintage 1940s lamps are of considerable interest. Barovier&Toso, Hans Bergström and Paavo Tynell each produced beautiful vintage 1940s lamps that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage 1940S Lamps?

Prices for vintage 1940s lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, vintage 1940s lamps begin at $1 and can go as high as $108,974, while the average can fetch as much as $2,487.

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 Vintage 1940s Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.