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Italian Vintage Rattan Boho Table Lamp with Brass Details, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Vintage Rattan Boho Table Lamp with Metal Base, 1970s
Very nice organic table lamp made of
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair
By Stiffel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stiffel Neoclassical Brass Cannonball Column Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Hollywood Regency Burnished Brass Candlestick Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Burnished Brass Candlestick Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage brass cattail floor lamp by Daniel D
Haeseleer, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage floor lamp, initially a sculpture, designed by Belgian artist Daniel D'haeseleer.
He is
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Cement, Brass, Copper
Mid Century Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Waterfall Flower Floor Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Stunning vintage Hollywood regency style floor lamp.
Consisting of 5 lights that each have their
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Florian Schulz Midcentury Vintage Modernist Brass 1970s Adjustable Floor Lamp
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern vintage German made adjustable brass reading light or floor lamp designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Porcelain Table Lamp with Birds and Brass Accents, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Porcelain Table Lamp with Birds and Brass Accents, 1970s
Charming vintage table lamp from
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Empire Style Brass Candlestick Bouillotte Desk Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Style Brass Candlestick Bouillotte Desk Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Remington Hollywood Regency Brass Lotus Flower Candlestick Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Remington Hollywood Regency Brass Lotus Flower Candlestick Table Lamp. Circa Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Donghia Piroetta Tavolo Vintage Murano Glass Lamp
By Donghia
Located in Woodbury, NY
Vintage Venetian glass lamp with brass hardware from Donghia, hollow and handblown. In Italian
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
$4,892 / item
Vintage Brass and White Opaline Table Lamp, circa 1950
Located in Beirut, LB
Beautiful brass table lamp with two opaline glass shades, and 2 decorative stems, circa 1950.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Floor Lamp Table 3 Tier Step Brass
Glass
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A
Vintage MCM Floor Table Lamp with 3 Tier Step Glass Tops
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
$796 Sale Price
20% Off
Art Deco Vintage Pair Brass Opaline Glass Table Lamps Sconces Bedside Lamps 1930
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage pair of table lamps or bedside lamps or sconces from brass with dome glass shades
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite
Brass Cityscape Skyscraper Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite & Brass Cityscape Skyscraper Table Lamp. Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chapman Neoclassical Table Lamp, Glass
Brass, 20th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chapman neoclassical crystal and brass column table lamp.
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Large Italian Solid Brass Table Lamp from 50s
Located in Catania, CT
Good vintage condition with original patina and spots on the solid brass. Produced in Italy during
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Postmodern Brushed Steel and Brass Columnar Lamps Metal Shade
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Striking post modern steel and brass columnar lamps. Dramatic presence with a metal shade topped
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Chinese Abacus Lamp with Brass Frame
By Tony Duquette
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Chinese wood abacus lamp with brass frame, shown with original lamp shade and finial
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Hollywood Regency Crystal Glass Pineapple Column Brass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Crystal Glass Pineapple Column Brass Table Lamp. Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chinoiserie Oriental Patinated Brass Jardiniere Table Lamp Attr. Chapman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Oriental Patinated Brass Jardiniere Table Lamp Attributed to Chapman. Circa
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage French Brass Table Lamp with Adjustable Arm, 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
A brilliant solid brass table lamp with a chain light switch in fully restored condition with a new
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Unusual Pair of Vintage Amber Murano and Brass Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair of vintage amber Murano and brass lamps, circa 1960s. Wonderful scale and form
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Adjustable Vintage Floor Lamp, Brass
Silk Lampshade, Scandinavian Modern, 80s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Andernach, DE
A classic Scandinavian modern design, here with the original 1980s.
Brushed brass hardware, the
Category
Vintage 1980s German Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Onyx Brass
Gilt Table Lamps New Shades Belgium, 1970s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Charming pair of vintage table lamps hails from Belgium, circa 1970s.
They feature elegant bases
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Onyx, Brass
Gothic Brass Candelabra Lamps Lion Wolf head Maximalist Vintage 1950s
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful lamps, brass chain sashes, Appears to be Wolf Heads on Slate Base and Lion's Heads around
Category
Mid-20th Century American High Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Slate, Brass
Vintage Hermes Style Table Lamp Brass Parchment Shade 1950
s
By Hermès
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A modernist table lamp, leather in the style of Hermes. Original parchment shade, polished brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Patinated Brass Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Patinated Brass Large Ginger Jar Table Lamp. Item features a
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Colorful Floor Lamp 1950s Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern vintage brass floor lamp with colorful lamp shades 1950s Austria.
A stunning
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Middle Eastern Cloisonné Champlevé Blue Green Brass Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Middle Eastern Cloisonné Champlevé Blue Green Etched Brass Table Lamp. Circa Early 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern 1960s Cocoon Brass Cattails Vintage Floor Lamp
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Exceptional and very stylish small brass floor lamp with two plates, three cattails and a cocoon
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
20th century French Vintage Brass and Metal Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Metal and brass floor lamp from the 50s/60s with a large beige lampshade. Switch on the floor lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
$750 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage French Brass Searchlight on Large Wooden Tripod, Floor Lamp
Located in Sofia, BG
20th century English vintage brass search lamp paired with a wooden antique surveyors tripod, to
Category
Mid-20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,620 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Woven Basket Basketweave Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Brass Woven Basket Basketweave Table Lamps - a Pair. Item features ornate
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Vintage Industrial Early Brass Dugdills Machinist
s Wall Lamp, c.1920
By Dugdills
Located in London, GB
A brass wall lamp by renowned English lighting company Dugdills. c.1920
Rare early example made
Category
Vintage 1920s English Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Vintage Oversized Tobacco Leaf, Resin and Brass Table Lamp
Located in North Miami, FL
Exquisite Dome Shaped Resin and Tobacco Leaf Lamp Shade with Brass Trim over Brass Lamp Base. Often
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Maison Jansen Vintage Brass Palm Tree Table Lamp, 1970s, France
By Maison Jansen
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Maison Jansen Vintage Brass Palm Tree Table Lamp, 1970s, France
Category
Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Organic Modern Vintage Circular Brass Rattan Table Lamp 1970s Italy
Located in Vienna, AT
Organic Modern vintage circular table lamp from rattan and brass in golden color 1970s Italy.
A
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Max Baguara Italian Style Brass
Glass Halogen Dimmer Floor Lamp
By Max Baguara
Located in Wilton, CT
Vintage Max Baguara style brass and glass floor lamp, made in Taiwan. Circa 1980's. Great looking
Category
Vintage 1980s Taiwanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chapman Mid Century Modern Adjustable Brass Reading Pharmacy Floor Lamp
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
.
Vintage 1980s Chapman Mid Century Modern Adjustable Brass Reading Pharmacy Task Floor Lamp with Dimmer and
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
A Vintage Mid-Century Brass Table Lamp, Denmark, c. 1950s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Mid-century brass table lamp with a rich patina. Fitted with a new wire and plug.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chapman Style Bronze and Brass Faux Horn Floor Lamp
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Floor Lamp in Chapman Style.
Bronze and Brass finish. Has a faux twisted horn style along
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
$1,365 Sale Price
25% Off
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brass Adjustable Task Pharmacy Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brass Adjustable Task Pharmacy Reading Floor Lamp with Dimmer. Circa
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Italian Marble and Brass Table Lamp by Banci Firenze
By Banci Firenze
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning vintage Italian marble and brass table lamp by Banci Firenze. This was made
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Camel Table Lamps by Chapman Manufacturing, Brass Base, USA
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Vintage Chapman Camel Table Lamps with solid brass tripod base supporting an urn. A very
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Composition, Brass
Vintage Midcentury Brass Table Lamp with Baluster Form on Marble Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
This vintage brass table lamp offers a classic mid-century presence, defined by its sculptural
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Vintage Fontana Arte Glass and Brass Triangular Lamp
By Fontana Arte
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage glass and brass Italian triangular Shaped Glass lamp attributed to Fontana Arte or in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pair of Vintage Swedish Brass Rise and Fall Lamps by Bergboms
By Bergboms
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of vintage Swedish brass rise and fall lamps by Bergboms. They were recently
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Late 20th Century Boho Chic Hammered Brass Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A spectacular vintage Boho table lamp. A chic hammered brass in a gourd shape. Monumental in size
Category
Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pair of Adjustable Brass Floor/Reading Lamps by Chapman
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of vintage adjustable brass floor/reading lamps by Chapman
with dimmer switch, circa 1972
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Jugendstil Vintage Brass Multicolored Glass Stones Table Lamp 1910 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil vintage table lamp from brass and multicolored decor stones circa 1910 Austria.
A
Category
Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Hexagonal Oriental Ginger Jar Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Brass Hexagonal Oriental Ginger Jar Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Brass Glass Vintage Table Lamp Style Vienna Secession, 1930s, Austria
Located in Praha, CZ
Brass glass vintage table lamp style Vienna Secession, which was made 1930s, Austria.
The brass
Category
Vintage 1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamp Deigned by Massive
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful vintage brass lamp, produced in Belgian by Massive. The lamp has beautiful shapes, the
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pierre Forssell Table Lamp In Brass, Skultuna Sweden, 1950s
By Skultuna, Pierre Forssell
Located in Helsinki, FI
the 20th century in Sweden. This solid brass table lamp has a unique look that will surely steal the
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Atomic Age Inspired Table Lamps, Hammered Shade in Brass, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Atomic Age Inspired Table Lamps, Hammered Shade in Brass, Pair
Offered for sale is a great
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
Vintage Bauhaus Brass Desk Lamp by Christian Dell for Kaiser Leuchten
By Kaiser Leuchten, Christian Dell
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made vintage Bauhaus brass desk lamp by Christian Dell for Kaiser
Category
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Porcelain
Brass Palm Beach Pineapple Table Lamp Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage porcelain & brass pineapple table lamp with matching finial. No chips or breaks. Newly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Vintage Brass Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of vintage brass lamps for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage brass lamps — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 1493 antique and vintage vintage brass lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 36 modern editions to choose from as well. Vintage brass lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Scandinavian Modern vintage brass lamps are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made vintage brass lamps over the years, but those made by Chapman Manufacturing Company, Vintage Murano Gallery and J.T. Kalmar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Vintage Brass Lamps?
Prices for vintage brass lamps start at $45 and top out at $35,000 with the average selling for $1,500.
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 Brass Lamps
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a lamp is real brass, one option is to place a magnet near it. Solid brass isn't magnetic, but brass-plate and other look-alike metals often are. As a result, your lamp is unlikely to be made of solid brass if you notice a strong attraction between the magnet and your lamp base. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you with the identification process. Find a selection of brass lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Stiffel brass lamp, look for the maker's markings, which may include “Stiffel Lamp Company," "SLC" or “Stiffel." Locations of markings varied over time, and they appeared in the form of both etched signatures and foiled labels. Check your lamp’s switch, shade, bulb interior, neck and base for these markings. If you can't find a Stiffel mark, it may have once had a paper label that has since become detached. In this case, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Find a selection of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do you use a brass oil lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023How 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.
- Is vintage brass worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024Yes, some vintage brass may be worth something. However, selling prices for pieces vary greatly. The maker and type of brassware are two key factors when assessing the potential value. For example, there is a market for mid-century modern brass lighting fixtures produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. The condition of your piece will also have an impact on how much it is worth. To get an expert opinion, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of brass lighting, furniture and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021White 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 13, 2023To 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, 2022There 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
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