How can you tell if a brass lamp is vintage?

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.

How do I identify a vintage porcelain lamp?

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.

How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?

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.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

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.

How do I identify vintage Stiffel lamps?

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.

Vintage Machinist Lamp

2 Arm Table Lamp

Mek Elek

Vintage Industrial Metal Desk

Machinist Light

Angle Poise

Green Metal Desk Lamp

Light Blue Desk

Industrial Mid Century Desk

Category

Mid-20th Century American Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Articulating Woodward Floor Lamp

$1,800

H 60.5 in W 19 in D 19 in

Vintage French Industrial Green Machinist Table Lamps by Lumina

By Lumina

Located in Amsterdam, NL

switch in base Available with UK / US plug Bulb holder : B15 Priced per individual item. All lamps

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Industrial Green Machinist Table Lamps by Lumina

$405 / item

H 25.2 in W 3.15 in D 15.75 in

Tall Studio Machinist Brushed Steel "Rocket" Table Lamp, 1950 s

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Studio Machined Aeronautic Brushed Steel Table Lamp. Featuring a handcrafted tripod

Category

1950s American Machine Age Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Steel

Tall Studio Machinist Brushed Steel "Rocket" Table Lamp, 1950 s

$1,750

H 35 in Dm 12 in

French Vintage Industrial Grey Metal Machinist Table Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French grey metal machinist work light adjustable in height and angle including plug and switch in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron, Aluminum

French Vintage Industrial Grey Metal Machinist Table Light

$688

H 32.29 in W 5.91 in D 20.48 in

Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by SIS Leuchten Germany

By SIS

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Iron and Aluminium 2 arm machinist work light by SIS Leuchten. ca 1950 adjustable in height and

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by SIS Leuchten Germany

$506

H 33.47 in W 5.91 in D 19.69 in

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

By Ki-E-Klair

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Iron and Aluminium gooseneck machinist work light by Ki-É-Klair, France. ca 1950 adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

$628

H 27.56 in W 5.71 in D 18.9 in

French Black 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Black enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light adjustable in height width as

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Iron, Enamel

French Black 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Lights

$676 / item

H 10.24 in W 9.85 in D 27.56 in

Swedish Army Green Metal Spring Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

including plug and switch in shade Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Swedish Army Green Metal Spring Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light

$405

H 43.31 in W 6.7 in D 23.63 in

Green Metal Vintage Industrial 4-Arm Machinist Work Wall Light by Dugdills, UK

By Dugdills

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 4 arm machinist work light by DUGDILLS, UK adjustable in

Category

1950s British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Green Metal Vintage Industrial 4-Arm Machinist Work Wall Light by Dugdills, UK

$685

H 31.5 in W 6.11 in D 35.44 in

Gray Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Table Lights by Curt Fischer for Midgard

By Curt Fischer, Midgard

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Table lamp made by Midgard Designed by Curt Fisher Germany 1950-1959. Metal with Aluminum Shade

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Gray Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Table Lights by Curt Fischer for Midgard

$506 / item

H 29.14 in Dm 6.7 in

Green Enamel 3-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

By Mek Elek

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 3 arm machinist work light by MEK ELEK, UK Adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Green Enamel 3-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

$1,166

H 39.38 in Dm 5.52 in

Green 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

By Mek Elek

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light by MEK ELEK, UK Adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Green 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

$1,004

H 35.44 in Dm 5.52 in

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

By Ernst Rademacher

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

$801

H 36.23 in Dm 5.91 in

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

By Ernst Rademacher

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

$956

H 36.23 in Dm 5.91 in

Vintage Industrial Grey Metal 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Light by Hala, Model 112

By Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet, Hala Zeist

Located in Amsterdam, NL

per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Vintage Industrial Grey Metal 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Light by Hala, Model 112

$412

H 33.47 in Dm 5.71 in

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Industrial Midcentury Machinist Lamp

Located in Heathfield, East Sussex

A wonderful rare industrial adjustable machinist's lamp made by the Igranic Electrical Company

Category

1950s English Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Steel, Iron

Industrial Midcentury Machinist Lamp

H 29.53 in W 7.88 in D 6.3 in

Industrial Machinists Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

F.E.W. Handy-lamp by Autax Langham Essex. Single arm mounted to a cast iron base with articulating

Category

Mid-20th Century English Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Iron

Industrial Machinists Lamp

H 22.5 in Dm 8.75 in

Gray French Vintage Industrial Machinist Lamp by Lumina

By Lumina

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Weight: 1.10 kg / 2.4 lb E14 screw bulb size Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Gray French Vintage Industrial Machinist Lamp by Lumina

H 35.44 in W 4.34 in D 18.9 in

Gray Vintage French Industrial Machinist Lamp by Brevete Lumina

By Brevete, Lumina

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Weight: 1.70 kg / 3.7 lb E14 screw bulb size Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Gray Vintage French Industrial Machinist Lamp by Brevete Lumina

H 35.44 in W 4.73 in D 18.9 in

Mid-20th Century British Twin Spotlight Lamp by Mel Elek, c.1940

By Mek Elek

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Mid-20th century twin munitions machinists lamp by London based designer Mek Elek, circa 1940's

Category

20th Century British Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century British Twin Spotlight Lamp by Mel Elek, c.1940

H 36.23 in Dm 9.45 in

1950 s Original Articulated Machinists Desk Lamps By EDL - Pair

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Original Articulated Machinists Desk Lamps By EDL – Pair 1950’s Original Machinists Desk

Category

1950s English Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

1950 s Original Articulated Machinists Desk Lamps By EDL - Pair

H 4.73 in W 30.71 in D 9.45 in

French Black Enamel Vintage Machinist Wall Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Back metal work light / wall lamp with 3 arms Black enamel shade Plug and switch on wire size foot

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron, Enamel

French Black Enamel Vintage Machinist Wall Lamps

H 11.03 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in

Gray French Vintage Industrial Machinist Wall Lamps by Lumina

By Lumina

Located in Amsterdam, NL

shade Weight: 1.10 kg / 2.4 lb E14. bayonet Priced per individual item. All lamps have been

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Gray French Vintage Industrial Machinist Wall Lamps by Lumina

H 13.78 in W 3.15 in D 30.32 in

Green Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Floor Lamp

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Diameter base 35 cm Weight: 2.90 kg / 6.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Green Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Floor Lamp

H 27.56 in Dm 6.7 in

German Grey Metal 2 Arm Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Table Lamp

Located in Amsterdam, NL

German industrial 2 arm machinist work light lamp with gray shade on old wooden base. Including

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

German Grey Metal 2 Arm Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Table Lamp

H 29.53 in W 6.3 in D 17.33 in

Cast Iron Machinist s Work Light

Located in Oakville, CT

Cast Iron & steel industrial style adjustable task lamp, desk light. Arm measures 21" in Length

Category

20th Century American Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Iron

Cast Iron Machinist s Work Light

H 21 in W 6 in D 21 in

Vintage Industrial Machinist Factory Autax Table Desk Task Lamp Light Lighting

Located in Sale, GB

- A vintage industrial F.E.W. Handy-Lamp by Autax Langham Essex, England circa 1950. - Simple raw

Category

Mid-20th Century English Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Machinist Factory Autax Table Desk Task Lamp Light Lighting

H 22.45 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Vintage French Industrial Blue Enamel Machinist Table Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French blue enamel cast iron machinist work light adjustable in height and angle including plug and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Vintage French Industrial Blue Enamel Machinist Table Light

H 33.47 in W 6.7 in D 19.69 in

French Green Copper Rust Iron Machinist Table Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French copper green, cast iron machinist table work light. Including plug and switch – Available

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron, Copper

French Green Copper Rust Iron Machinist Table Light

H 24.41 in W 5.91 in D 17.72 in

Black Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Gooseneck Table Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French black iron gooseneck machinist work light adjustable in height and angle including plug and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Black Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Gooseneck Table Light

H 15.75 in W 4.34 in D 13.78 in

Belgian Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Erpe

By Erpé

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Black iron gooseneck machinist work light by Erpe, France. ca 1950 Adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Belgian Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Erpe

H 28.35 in W 6.5 in D 16.93 in

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Table Machinist Work Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French Industrial 2 arm machinist work light. Black enamel shade adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Table Machinist Work Light

H 39.38 in W 6.7 in D 17.72 in

Green Metal Vintage Industrial German Machinist Desk Work Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent light bulbs, energy

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Green Metal Vintage Industrial German Machinist Desk Work Light

H 36.62 in Dm 6.3 in

Blank Enamel Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 1.50 kg / 3.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Blank Enamel Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light

H 31.5 in Dm 7.09 in

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Grey metal industrial 2 arm machinist work light / table lamp. Adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

H 31.5 in W 5.52 in D 9.06 in

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Grey metal industrial 2 arm machinist work light / table lamp. Adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

H 31.5 in W 5.52 in D 9.06 in

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Metal Brass Machinist Table Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French Holophane Black Enamel Vintage industrial 2-arm machinist work table lamp Cast iron clamp

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Iron, Enamel

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Metal Brass Machinist Table Lights

H 35.44 in W 9.45 in D 23.63 in

French Grey Metal Machinist Work Light by SANFIL J.L. PARIS.

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French grey metal machinist work light by SANFIL J.L. PARIS. Adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

French Grey Metal Machinist Work Light by SANFIL J.L. PARIS.

H 29.53 in W 4.73 in D 25.6 in

Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Blue enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light adjustable in height width as

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

H 10.24 in W 9.85 in D 27.56 in

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

By Ki-E-Klair

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Iron and Aluminium gooseneck machinist work light by Ki-É-Klair, France. ca 1950 adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

H 30.71 in W 6.3 in D 14.18 in

Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Blue enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light adjustable in height width as

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

H 10.24 in W 9.85 in D 27.56 in

French Green Enamel 3-Arm Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Sconces Wall Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 3 arm machinist work light adjustable in height Diameter

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

French Green Enamel 3-Arm Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Sconces Wall Light

H 17.72 in W 8.67 in D 12.6 in

French Black 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Black enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light adjustable in height width as

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron, Brass

French Black 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Brass Machinist Work Wall Light

H 7.88 in W 9.06 in D 27.56 in

Green 3-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by EDL

By Edl

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s green enamel, cast iron Industrial 3 arm machinist work light by EDL, UK adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Green 3-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by EDL

H 33.47 in Dm 6.3 in

Black Vintage Industrial Metal 2-Arm Machinist Desk Light by Hala Zeist

By Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet, Hala Zeist

Located in Amsterdam, NL

per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Black Vintage Industrial Metal 2-Arm Machinist Desk Light by Hala Zeist

H 35.44 in W 6.7 in D 19.69 in

Green Enamel 2-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

By Mek Elek

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light by MEK ELEK, UK adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Green Enamel 2-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

H 31.5 in Dm 5.52 in

Green Enamel 2-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

By Mek Elek

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light by MEK ELEK, UK adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Green Enamel 2-Arm Iron Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

H 27.56 in Dm 5.52 in

French Green Enamel Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

By Ki-E-Klair

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Green enamel cast iron machinist work light by Ki-É-Klair, France. adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron, Enamel

French Green Enamel Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Ki-É-Klair

H 24.02 in W 7.88 in D 17.33 in

Green 4-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Wall Light by Dugdills, UK

By Dugdills

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1950s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 4 arm machinist work light by DUGDILLS, UK adjustable in

Category

1950s British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Green 4-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Wall Light by Dugdills, UK

H 7.88 in W 6.11 in D 35.44 in

Green 2-Arm Metal Brass Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

By Mek Elek

Located in Amsterdam, NL

1930s Green enamel, cast iron industrial 2 arm machinist work light by MEK ELEK, UK adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron, Brass

Green 2-Arm Metal Brass Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Mek Elek

H 27.56 in Dm 5.52 in

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

By Ernst Rademacher

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

H 36.23 in Dm 5.91 in

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

By Ernst Rademacher

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

H 36.23 in Dm 5.91 in

Grey Blue 3-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Memlite

By Memlite

Located in Amsterdam, NL

plug and switch Weight: 5.50 kg / 12.1 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Grey Blue 3-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Memlite

H 25.99 in Dm 5.52 in

Gray Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

By Siemens

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Gray Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

H 29.53 in W 6.7 in D 19.69 in

Vintage Industrial Mek-Elek Machinists Adjustable Task Lamp, C.1930

By Mek Elek

Located in London, GB

Highly original post-war design of the classic machinist's work lamp by Mek Elek, London. c.1950

Category

1950s English Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Vintage Industrial Mek-Elek Machinists Adjustable Task Lamp, C.1930

H 37.01 in Dm 5.52 in

Blue Green German Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light by SIS

Located in Amsterdam, NL

German industrial 2 arm machinist work light lamp blue green shade by SIS. adjustable in height

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Blue Green German Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light by SIS

H 36.62 in Dm 6.3 in

French Gray Green Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French industrial 2-arm machinist work light lamp gray green shade adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

French Gray Green Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light

H 33.47 in Dm 4.34 in

Grey German Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light by SIS Model 722

By SIS

Located in Amsterdam, NL

German industrial 2 arm machinist work light lamp grey shade by SIS, model 722 adjustable in

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Grey German Metal Vintage Industrial Work Desk Light by SIS Model 722

H 41.34 in W 6.89 in D 19.3 in

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Wall Scone Work Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Industrial 2 arm machinist wall work light lamp black enamel shade adjustable in height and angle

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Iron

French Black Enamel Vintage Industrial Wall Scone Work Light

H 23.63 in W 6.3 in D 23.63 in

Vintage Industrial Machinist Lamp by MEK-ELEK

By Mek Elek

Located in Nottingham, GB

A vintage industrial Anglepoise lamp by British manufacturer Mek-Elek engineering ltd circa 1950

Category

1950s British Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Steel

Vintage Industrial Machinist Lamp by MEK-ELEK

H 29.53 in W 7.88 in D 13.78 in

Vintage French Industrial Brown Machinist Lamp by Lumina

By Lumina

Located in Amsterdam, NL

. Weight: 1.20 kg / 2.6 lb E14 screw bulb size. Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Industrial Brown Machinist Lamp by Lumina

H 33.47 in W 3.35 in D 20.48 in

Vintage Industrial Work Light, 1950s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage industrial work light or machinist lamp. This articulated desk lamp is made of metal and

Category

1950s Belgian Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Industrial Work Light, 1950s

H 31.5 in Dm 5.52 in

Black French Vintage Industrial Machinist Wall Lamps

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Back metal work light / wall lamp with 3 arms Black aluminum shade Plug and switch on wire size

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron, Aluminum

Black French Vintage Industrial Machinist Wall Lamps

H 13.78 in W 2.76 in D 24.81 in

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Adher Lampes

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Blue French gooseneck desk light by Adher Lampes Flexible arm with metal shade. Iron clamp. Black

Category

Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron

French Vintage Industrial Metal Machinist Table Light by Adher Lampes

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1950s Industrial Machinists Factory Memlite Work Desk Lamp by MEM Britain

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1950s Industrial Machinists Factory Memlite Work Desk Lamp by MEM Britain

H 20.48 in W 6.11 in D 19.69 in

French Black Enamel Metal Brass Machinist Light by Mazda

By Mazda

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French Holophane Black Enamel Vintage industrial 2-arm machinist work table lamp Cast iron clamp

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

French Black Enamel Metal Brass Machinist Light by Mazda

H 32.68 in W 11.03 in D 20.48 in

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Grey metal industrial 2 arm machinist work light / table lamp. Adjustable in height and angle

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Metal, Aluminum

Grey Metal Vintage Industrial 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Lights

H 31.5 in W 5.52 in D 9.06 in

French Holophane Glass Vintage Industrial Metal Brass Machinist Table Light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French Holophane Glass Vintage industrial 2-arm machinist work table lamp Cast iron clamp and arm

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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Iron, Brass

French Holophane Glass Vintage Industrial Metal Brass Machinist Table Light

H 39.38 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in

Beige 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

By Ernst Rademacher

Located in Amsterdam, NL

. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent light bulbs, energy

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Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Beige 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Rademacher

H 39.38 in Dm 6.3 in

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

By Siemens

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 2.50 kg / 5.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Grey Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

H 39.38 in Dm 6.7 in

Gray Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

By Siemens

Located in Amsterdam, NL

and switch Weight: 10.20 kg / 22.5 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made

Category

Mid-20th Century German Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Gray Blue 2-Arm Metal Vintage Industrial Machinist Work Desk Light by Siemens

H 33.08 in Dm 6.7 in

Vintage Industrial Grey Metal 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Light by Hala, Model 112

By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet

Located in Amsterdam, NL

individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by international standards for incandescent light bulbs

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Vintage Machinist Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Vintage Industrial Grey Metal 2-Arm Machinist Work Desk Light by Hala, Model 112

H 33.47 in Dm 5.52 in

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Vintage Machinist Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage machinist lamp for your home. Frequently made of metal, enamel and iron, every vintage machinist lamp was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage machinist lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage machinist lamp made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made vintage machinist lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Dugdills, EDL Lighting Co. and Brevete are consistently popular.

How Much is a Vintage Machinist Lamp?

Prices for a vintage machinist lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $243 and can go as high as $3,200, while the average can fetch as much as $728.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.

Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.

After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.

After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry Sons.

Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.

If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.

Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.

Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Machinist Lamp

How can you tell if a brass lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify a vintage porcelain lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify vintage Stiffel lamps?
1 Answer
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.