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Italian Vintage Modern Chrome Table Lamp with Custom Chrome Shade, CA. 1970’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Base dimensions without shade:
Height: 22.5" Width: 8" Depth: 7.5"
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Vintage Metal Floor Lamp with blue Shade France c.1950
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid century modern Rustic vintage floor lamp features a black lacquered metal stem, designed and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Regency Dual Arm Tole Table Lamp with Torchiere Shade in Ballet Pink
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pretty dual-arm tole table lamp. This piece will bring a soft glow to any space. Imagine it in a
Category
20th Century American Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Sculptural Birds Bronze Lsmp w Shade
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Lovely sculptural figurative metal bronze brunch with birds lamp with original shades with tassels.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$173 Sale Price
65% Off
Stylish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Brass with a Vintage Gucci Shade
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Mid-Century Modern table lamp with a very stylish period design.
Three legged steel base
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$488 Sale Price
48% Off
Vintage 1970s Bronze Male Torso lamp on Burl-Wood Base w New Black Custom Shade
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A Italian Lamp that is both classic and modern. A chic bronze statue on a burl wood cube base
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Hjorth Ceramic Table Lamp from Bornholm with New Shade and US Plug
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in Lejre, DK
lamp is the perfect combination of vintage Danish design and modern functionality, ideal for bringing a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Pair of Vintage Ceramic Rare Deco Style Horse Heads Table Lamps with Silk Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vintage Beautiful Rare Ceramic Horse Head Sculpture Table Lamps on Square Black Bases with
Category
Early 20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Blue Glass table lamp with original flowers shade - 1960s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Blue Glass table lamp with original flowers shade - 1960s
colors decoration - vintage lamp
Measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Glass
Unique 1960s Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp with Custom Shade
By Guido Gambone
Located in Weesp, NL
1960s Sculptural Ceramic Table Lamp with Custom Shade
Striking and architectural, this handcrafted
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Silk
Mid Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Barrel Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
vintage barrel shade.
Dimensions: 6w 6d 30h
Measurements do not include shade.
Condition: Original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$142 Sale Price
71% Off
Black Metal Wire Tony Paul Table Lamp with Drum Shade
By Warren Platner, Tony Paul
Located in Chattanooga, TN
With a magic wand, we couldn't create a more perfect drum shade to compliment this lamp. Similar in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern White Ceramic Table Lamp with Brass Base
Pleated Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
shade, and vintage wiring.
Dimensions in listing are for lamp without shade.
With the shade this
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Vintage Teak Floorlamp with Square Beige Shade, 1960/70s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage floor lamp was made around the 1960/70s. It features a square beige shade with four
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Teak
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Satin White with White Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Hot Pink with White Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works with one
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Yellow with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bright lemon yellow color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Green with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
green. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
brushed brass. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
light orange. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in White with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Avocado with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
green color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Mustard with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
butterscotch yellow color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Beige with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
beige color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
orange color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Short Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Blue with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Caribbean blue color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut
Chrome Table Lamp with Barrel Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern table lamp features chrome & walnut base, original wiring, and vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
$189 Sale Price
52% Off
Mid Century Modern Brass
Naugahyde Table Lamp with Unique Shade
Located in Freehold, NJ
naugahyde barrel shade.
Matching red table lamp available separately.
Dimensions: 16w 16d 24h
Condition
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$221 Sale Price
77% Off
Arts
Crafts Lamp with Shell Shade - Stickley era W7320 / ON SALE
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
Vintage TABLE LAMP WITH SHELL SHADE PINK and IVORY Colored
This is a very beautiful lamp with a Pink
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$980 Sale Price
30% Off
Hilbrand 1970s Geometric Table Lamp Yellow Metal Shade Chrome Stem Modernist
Located in Lisboa, PT
This striking table lamp, designed by Hilbrand in the 1970s, is a bold example of geometric
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$731 Sale Price
20% Off
French Brass Bouillotte Lamp with Tole Metal Shade, Circa 1940
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French brass Bouillotte lamp with a tole metal shade, circa 1940, captures the
Category
Vintage 1940s European Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Hot Pink with White Frosted Lamp Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pink color. The white frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Silver Plated Table Lamp with Three Tulips and Velvet Diabolo Shade 1960s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
lamp shade in vintage pink. ( Ausbrenner velvet )
The silver stand in made in 1965 in Sweden and is
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,363 Sale Price
36% Off
1970
s Hollywood Regency Lucite, Brass,
Textured Brutalist Metal Floor Lamp
By Charles Hollis Jones, Rainbow Lamp Company 1, Sunset Lamps
Located in Burbank, CA
decorate, and is in great working order. It's in excellent condition.
The lamp shade shows vintage wear
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Boudoir Electric Amber Glass Shade and Brass Base Oil Lamps- Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Boudoir Style Electric Amber Glass Shade with a Brass Base Oil Lamps - Pair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Brass
French Empire Tole Painted Metal Shade Brass Bugle Table Lamp, circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
vintage appeal, while the painted shade provides a warm, atmospheric glow when lit.
Perfect for use in a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$556 Sale Price
20% Off
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
/ gold finish. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in White with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
black color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage Arts and Crafts Mission Frank Lloyd Wright Style Stained Glass Shade
By (after) Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Arts & Crafts Mission Frank Lloyd Wright style stained glass lamp shade.
Large square
Category
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Cut Glass
Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Avocado with White Frosted Glass Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
top of a vintage credenza. These lamps will compliment modern furniture from iconic designers like
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Stiffel Parzinger Three Candle Mid Century Brass Wood Lamp with Custom Shade
By Stiffel
Located in Lomita, CA
is part of a large lot of vintage lighting lamps and fixtures. The shade, however is new and handmade
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$692 Sale Price
30% Off
Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Glass Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
vintage credenza. These lamps will compliment modern furniture from iconic designers like Charles Eames
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Glass Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
top of a vintage credenza. These lamps will compliment modern furniture from iconic designers like
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Hollywood Regency Marble Table Light with Opal Shade, Italy, 1950s
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article:
Impressive marble table light with opal shade
Origin:
Italy
Decade
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Sculptural Pink Pastel Ceramic Flame Bird Table Lamp with Globe Shade
Located in Toronto, CA
piece equally functional and artistic.
This lamp is in excellent vintage condition with no chips or
Category
Vintage 1980s Canadian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Yellow with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works with one
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Green with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works with one
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Blue with White Frosted Glass Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
blue finish. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works with one
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Blue with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It works
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Chrome with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chrome color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Tall Stemlite Table Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Glass Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
orange finish. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Design Table Lamp by Designline in Avocado with White Frosted Shade
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
green color. The frosted glass lamp shade is hand blown and gives off a soft warm filtered light. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
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Vintage Lamp Shade For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic vintage lamp shade available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and fabric, every vintage lamp shade was constructed with great care. Find 161 options for an antique or vintage vintage lamp shade now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage lamp shade, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage lamp shade, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made vintage lamp shade has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Apollo Electric Company, Bill Blass and Carl Fagerlund are consistently popular.
How Much is a Vintage Lamp Shade?
A vintage lamp shade can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,200, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $7,727.
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 Lamp Shade
- What is a softback lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
- What is a mica lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 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 22, 2021There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
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