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French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.0"H x 12.5"W x 4.0"D Bulb Specifications: B22 (Bayonet) Bulbs
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and Murano glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and Murano glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Pagos, Table Lamp, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, off-white fabric and oak table lamp designed and produced by Pagos, Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-colored opaline glass and brass table lamp likely designed and produced in France, c. 1940s
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Kupittaan Savi, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Metal, Finland, 1940s
By Kupittaan Savi
Located in High Point, NC
An off-white glazed ceramic and metal table lamp produced by Kupittaan Savi, Finland, c. 1940s
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1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Wrought Iron Lamp, 1940s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Wrought iron lamp, 1940s.     
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1940s French Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

Vintage Wrought Iron Lamp, 1940s
Wrought Iron Lamp, 1940s
$1,910 Sale Price
30% Off
Einar Bäckström, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and pink fabric table lamp produced by Einar Bäckström, Sweden, c. 1940s. One
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Scandinavian modern three armed floor lamp, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Elegant Scandinavian modern floor lamp crafted in Sweden during the 1940s. The arms and neck are
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Brand new
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s Banker Lamp 3535 by Napako, Czechoslovakia
By Napako
Located in Praha, CZ
-cleaned and rewired - 2x , E26-E27 bulbs - US wiring compatible - Minor signs of use in Chrome plated layer
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1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Chrome

Vallauris large basin lamp, 1940s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Vallauris, large illuminated tulip-shaped black glazed ceramic basin lamp. France, 1940s.
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.5"H x 4.75"W x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

1940 s Hollywood Regency Multi Color Earth Tones Glazed Table Lamp With Shade
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Hollywood Regency Glazed Earth Toned Table Lamp. Shade is included.
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1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.7"H x 4.25"W x 4.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.75" Top
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

A pair of table lamps, Anonymous, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of table lamps, Sweden, 1940s
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1940s Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Midcentury Brass Desk lamp, Philips, The Netherlands, 1940s
By Philips
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool midcentury desk lamp from Philips, made from brass in a wide design. Adjustable lamp shade
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1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s Heifetz Table Lamp
By Heifetz
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1940s carved wood table lamp of a young Spanish matador made by Heifetz. Rewired
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

1940s Heifetz Table Lamp
1940s Heifetz Table Lamp
$747 Sale Price
58% Off
Barovier Toso "bulicante" glass table lamp, Italy, 1940s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This Barovier Toso table lamp from the 1940s has the quiet presence of a handmade object that
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Blown Glass

Scandinavian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant Swedish Modern floor lamp, made from brass with three lamp shades. Tapering wooden base
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Art Deco Table Lamps by Comte S.A., Mahogany Bronze, Argentina, 1940
By Comte S.A.
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Pair of table lamps by COMTE. Mahogany wood and chromed bronze. Argentina, CIRCA 1940.
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1940s Argentine Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Bronze

Unique Danish Table Lamp by Ipsens Enke, 1940s
By Ibsen Ceramics
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare table lamp in ceramic, designed and made by Ibsen Enke in Denmark, 1940s.
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-colored glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Shade
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Armaturbolaget Malmö, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp produced by Armaturbolaget, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A murano glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Minor dents to glass
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Walter Von Nessen Machine Age Black Enamel Brass Table Lamp, 1940 s
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
American Modernist Walter Von Nessen attributed brass column table lamp. Featuring an open five
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1940s American Machine Age Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and opaline glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. The brass
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and Murano-glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and glass floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamps, Copper, Fabric, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper and cream-white fabric table lamps designed and produced in France, c. 1940s
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1940s French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Copper

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-colored glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Wear
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pink black-colored glass and metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Wear
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Architect Desk Lamp from ASAS, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
1940s greatly inspired by the Bauhaus Movement with lighting. It features original textured paint
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1940s Danish Bauhaus Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

Corona Belysning, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp produced by Corona Belysning, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Oxidation
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Iron, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Wear
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass, Iron

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Leather, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and brown leather table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Three Branch Floor Lamp, circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish black painted metal three branch floor lamp, circa 1940, with a tripod base ending with
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Kurt Ekholm, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A hand-painted ceramic and brass table lamp designed by Kurt Ekholm and produced by Arabia, Finland
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Heavy
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Nordiska Kompaniet, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric floor lamp produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Nordiska Kompaniet, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric floor lamp produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Rattan, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable green-painted iron and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s
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1940s Danish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

Chinoiserie Ceramic Lamp circa 1940s or Earlier Rewired
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Chinoiserie Ceramic Lamp, probably Chinese, circa 1940s or earlier. It has been rewired and
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1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Jerk Werkmäster Ceramic Table Lamp, Nittsjö Sweden, 1940s
By Nittsjo Keramik, Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Charming table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmaster for Nittsjo Sweden circa 1940s. Wonderful two tone
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizable patinated brass and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Oxidation and
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamps, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of orange-colored glass and metal table lamps designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Armaturbolaget Malmö, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp produced by Armaturbolaget, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and pink-colored opaline murano glass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.