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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

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric 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

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and yellow opaline glass 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

Pair of Midcentury Murano Bedside Lamp, 1940s
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A pair of fun small lamps inteded to stand beside the bed made in brass and glass. Note that the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Murano Glass

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

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Brass

Ture Berglund, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.4"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.0" Top
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rörstand, Sweden, 1940s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 5.7” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Stoneware

Josef Frank, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in High Point, NC
Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.0"H x 22.5"W x 35.0"D Bulb
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black verdigris-painted iron and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

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

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Brass

ASEA, Table Lamps, Sweden, 1940s-1950s
By ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamps in brass made by ASEA, Sweden, mid-1900s. Adjustable shade.
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Wrought-Iron Floor Lamp - France, 1940s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Wrought-iron floor lamp with a rope-like stem and stylized tassels at the top and bottom
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamps, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and off-white paper floor lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish 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

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 55.125“ H x 36“ W x 11“ D Bulb Specifications: E-26
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable iron 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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Iron

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Light oxidation
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1940s Swedish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Parchment, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-painted iron and beige parchment paper floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable bronze-painted iron and fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

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

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Brass

Transparent Murano Glass Crinolina Table Lamp, Italy 1940s
By Gio Ponti, Venini
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Transparent Murano Glass Crinolina Table Lamp, Italy 1940s Measurements without shade
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Murano Glass

Hans Bergström, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Hans Bergström
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and fabric floor lamp designed by Hans Bergström and produced by ASEA, Sweden
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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
A green-painted brass and rattan floor lamp or lamp table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

Paul Dupre-Lafon Style Conical Scalloped Alligator Leather Table Lamp, 1940 s
By Paul Dupré-Lafon
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Wrapped Alligator Leather Table Lamp in the manner of Paul Dupre-Lafon. Featuring a scalloped
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1940s French Hollywood Regency Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Elegant Art Deco metal table lamp, France, 1940s
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare Art Deco metal table lamp, the base represents the running of two slender antelopes, typical
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige embroidery fabric table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Bakelite, Fabric, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, bakelite and yellow fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

1940s Chinese Pale White Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1940s, this Chinese table lamp consists of a ceramic urn body in a pale white glaze
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1940s Chinese Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Ceramic, Wood

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

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Brass

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

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron 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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Iron

Reijmyre Glasbruk, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and blue-colored table lamp produced by Reijmyre Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Reijmyre Glasbruk, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and blue-colored table lamp produced by Reijmyre Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron 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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Iron

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and fabric 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

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige 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

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric table lamps 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

Pair of 1940s Bronze Leaf Accent Lamps
Located in Stamford, CT
Unique bronze lamps are beautifully crafted in molded and imprinted bronze. Veined and peeled leaf
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Mid-20th Century German Art Nouveau Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Bronze

Børge Wernonch, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Fabric, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
, Denmark, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.3“ H x 11.125” W x 7.25” D Bulb
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Stoneware, Fabric

Austrian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Austria, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and string fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1940s
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1940s Austrian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamps, Brass, Velvet, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable brass and orange velvet floor lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

French 1940s Foliate Forged Iron Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
A decorative forged iron floor lamp with painted and gilt, foliate detailing and subtly scrolling
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20th Century French Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Iron

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige-glazed metal floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall
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1940s Italian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Austrian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Austria, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1940s. Dimensions
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1940s Austrian Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamps, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches):  7.5” H x 5” diameter  dimensions of shade: 4
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Glass

Danish Brass Uplight Floor Lamp from the 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
Danish uplight floor lamp in solid patinated brass. Designed and made in Denmark in the 1940s
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1940s Danish Scandinavian 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 pink floral printed fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron 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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Iron

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

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Brass

Organic Swedish designer floor lamp from the 1940s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Swedish modern organic floor lamp by anonymous designer from the 1940s. Made in rattan and wood
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian 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 Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Corona Belysning, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Corona
Located in High Point, NC
. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 56.25” H x 16.25” W x 16.25” D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian 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 brass and Murano glass table lamps designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Dimensions
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1940s Italian Modern Vintage 1940s Lamps

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Brass

Bertil Brisborg, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
By Nordiska Kompaniet, Bertil Brisborg
Located in High Point, NC
Kompaniet, Sweden, 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 51” H x 24” Diameter Bulb Specifications
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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 brass and blue colored glass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Dimensions of
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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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.