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Light Years Ahead, The Story of the Ph Lamp (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
evolution of light fittings. From the very outset his work with lamps was was guided by a desire to improve
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20th Century Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Mid-Century Globe Pendant Lamps by Louis Sognot, Bamboo Rattan
By Vivai del Sud, Louis Sognot
Located in Valencia, VC
Mid-Century Pair of Louis Sognot Bamboo and Rattan Globe Pendant Lamps A stunning pair of mid
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Rattan, Parchment Paper

Uchiwa wall lamp (Model III) by Ingo Maurer for Design M
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Centreville, VA
Uchiwa wall lamp Designer: Ingo Maurer Year: 1973 German lighting designer Ingo Maurer first
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper, Bamboo

Diabolo Wall Lamp in Brass and Metal from Lunel, France, 1950s
By Maison Lunel
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
This elegant Diabolo wall lamp was produced by Lunel in France during the 1950s, drawing
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Amazing Mid Century Modern Brass Parchment Pendant Lamp Germany 1960s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare, elegant and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern parchment paper and wrought brass
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Nakashima Style Walnut and Birch Wall Lamp by Lightolier, 1960s
By Lightolier
Located in Camden, ME
Four sided Nakashima style wall lamp for Lightolier, 1960s. The rectilinear box frame of solid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Birch, Walnut, Paper

Model Area Ceiling Lamp by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Model Area Ceiling Lamp by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in good condition
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Uchiwa wall lamps by Ingo Maurer, Design M Production, Germany 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Napoli, IT
UCHIWA Wall lamps
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Italian Wall Lamp With Antique Mirror Glass and Bird Lampshades
By Josef Frank
Located in Hannover, DE
I would like to warmly recommend this beautiful wall lamp from Italy. It's a real beauty, and it'll
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Uchiwa Pendant Lamp in the Style of Ingo Maurer, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Hagenbach, DE
The Mid-Century Modern Uchiwa pendant lamp, crafted in the 1970s in the style of Ingo Maurer, is a
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Pair of Wall Lamps "Uchiwa" by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in bruxelles, BE
Rare large pair of red wall lamps in bamboo and paper mounted on a metal base by Ingo Maureur
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Vintage Finnish Design Pivot Arm Wall Lamp in Brass Linen, Valinte 1950s
By Valinte Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A vintage wall lamp in brass and Linen on paper shade manufactured by Valinte in Finland in the
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

1970s vintage WALL LAMP wrought iron and parchment koch sons brutalist rustic
Located in Mannheim, DE
A striking wall lamp in a brutalist, rustic style. The frame is made of anthracite grey wrought
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1970s German Brutalist Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Lamp by Achille Castiglioni , Italy, 1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Round Lacquered Leather parchment Top Occasional Lamp Accent Table Stand
By Robert Scott, Enrique Garcel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round Lacquered leather parchment top occasional lamp accent table stand. Stunning studio custom
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Leather, Hardwood, Parchment Paper

Gregory Van Pelt Cardboard Hanging Light Pendant Fixture Swag Lamp Vintage MCM
By Gregory Van Pelt
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful stacked cardboard pendant lamp, harder to find these days. Super fun piece from the Post
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1970s American Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Pleated Mid-Century Wall Lamp in Old White and Brass , 1950s
Located in Hannover, DE
. Considering the sensitive material used to make the lamps, they are in good condition. The lampshade is simply
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Uchiwa III wall lamps by Ingo Maurer for M-Design, Germany 1973
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Ingo Maurer Uchiwa Wall Lamp model III Materials: Rice paper, almost round lampshade. Bamboo rod
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Wall Lamps in Black Lacquered Wood circa 1970
Located in Beirut, LB
Mid century Vintage Pair of minimalist of wall lights in black lacquered wood and parchment paper
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Mario Bellini Ceramic Flush Mount Lamp Area 50 by Artemide, Italy, 1976
By Artemide, Mario Bellini
Located in Vienna, AT
Mario Bellini Flush Mount Lamp Area 50 by Artemide, Italy, 1976 Originally conceived as a table
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Plastic, Parchment Paper, Ceramic

Signed Marcel Guillemard Bronze Sconces Wall Lamps France Neoclassical, Pair
By Marcel Guillemard
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Polished Bronze sconces, wall lamps signed by Marcel Guillemard. In working condition and
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bronze

1950s Articulated Swing-Arm Midcentury Wall Light Task Lamp by Cosack Germany
By Gebrüder Cosack, Cosack Leuchten
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
This exceptional swing arm wall lamp was designed and produced by Gebrüder Cosack in Germany in the
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Early Isamu Noguchi "45x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki Co Ltd, 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century ceiling lamp pendant model "45x" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Early Isamu Noguchi "35x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki Co Ltd, 1970s
By Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century ceiling lamp pendant model "35x" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Early Isamu Noguchi "35x" Mid Century Pendant Lamp by Ozeki Co Ltd, 1970s
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and early mid century ceiling lamp pendant model "35x" by Isamu Noguchi in washi paper and
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1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper

Westal, Scandinavian outdoor facade lamp, copper glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Westal
Located in Forserum, SE
paper label still attached. This lamp makes a strong decorative statement both indoors and outdoors
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Copper

Early Walter Von Nessen Swing Arm Wall and Table Lamp in Brushed aluminum
By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Table Lamp in Brushed aluminum,, Both retain original lamp shades ,with white metal diffuser's. minor
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Aluminum

Iconic "Uchiwa" pendant lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany 1970
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Vienna, AT
from fourteen panels of bamboo and rice paper, it exudes a natural elegance and organic grandeur. Each
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Parchment Paper

Pair of Sconces or Ceiling Lamps by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy
By Mario Bellini, Artemide
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pair of Sconces or Ceiling Lamps by Mario Bellini for Artemide, 1970s, Italy Lampshade is in good
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Plastic, Parchment Paper

Italian glass pendant Tronchi entry Lamp by Venini
By Venini
Located in Ferndale, MI
Italian glass entry pendant lamp by Venini, paper label Murano Venizia. Three tiers of hanging
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Art Glass

S.S. United States Wall Mounted Lamp, 1951 by E.F. Caldwell
Located in Hanover, MA
Wall-mounted floor lamp salvaged from a first class cabin of the S.S. United States ocean liner
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Aluminum

Stylish Mid-20th Century Made, Parisian Terrestrial Desk / Table Globe with Lamp
By J. Forest
Located in Lisse, NL
few pieces of paper that are missing from the surface of the glass sphere, this highly stylish globe
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Chrome

Kazuhide Takahama Saori Q1 Wall / Ceiling Lamp for Sirrah (3 Available)
By Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Argelato, BO
from traditional Eastern lamps, the rice-paper was replaced with fabric to get a unique and different
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1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Rare Butterfly Sconce / Wall Lamp By Afra Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy 80s
By Flos, Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
also in the fabric in which they are made, which is reminiscent of rice paper. The lamp is functional
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1980s Italian Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Enamel

Beautiful Uchiwa ‘Ju Yon’ Chandelier by Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Echt, NL
, Germany. Two available! This chandelier is handmade from bamboo and Japanese rice paper. The lamp
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20th Century German Japonisme Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper, Rope

Beautiful Uchiwa ‘Ju Yon’ Chandelier by Ingo Maurer, Germany, 1970s
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Echt, NL
design, Germany. Two available! This chandelier is handmade from bamboo and Japanese rice paper. The
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20th Century German Japonisme Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Paper, Rope

Pair of Bamboo Rattan Large Drum Pendant Lights / Lanterns
Located in Barcelona, ES
A cool pair of handcrafted rattan drum shaped ceiling suspension lamps with inner paper lampshades
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Paper

"Feltre" Sconces for Greco, 1960, Set of 2
By Greco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
evokes the delicate texture of Japanese rice paper lanterns, imbuing the lamps with a sense of lightness
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

"Feltre" Sconce for Greco, 1960
By Greco
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
the delicate texture of Japanese rice paper lanterns, imbuing the lamps with a sense of lightness and
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

1950s Frederic Weinberg Wrought Iron Wall Sculpture of a Fencer
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Miami, FL
made with leather, sheepskin, or woven wicker; Atomic Age–-style clocks; and sculptural table lamps
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Hansen Lamps Brochure, 1952
By Hansen Lighting Co.
Located in New York, NY
Accordion brochure for Hansen Lamps listing locations in New York and Dallas. Presents work by T.H
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

The Italian Lamp: 1945-1985 A Collection
By Studio Alchimia, Paola Navone
Located in New York, NY
such efforts to date. The portfolio catalog contains 101 loose sheets showcasing 91 lamps, either out
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Altamira: Italian Furniture Glassware Lamps Accessories
By Altamira, Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Catalog showcasing high-end Italian furnishings and accessories, published circa 1956 by the fabled Altamira design center located at 18 East 50th St in New York City. Per the introd...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Paper Lamp
Located in D.F., MX
Paper lamp
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Late 20th Century Mexican Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Paper Star-Form Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Star-form lamp on a paper cube-form base made of heavy moulded paper with a white lacquer finish.
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1950s Unknown Vintage Paper Lamps

Noguchi Paper and Metal Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in New York, NY
"Akari" lamp by Isamu Noguchi. Made of a coated steel frame with a paper shade. Comes with it's
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20th Century Japanese Vintage Paper Lamps

Modeline Table Lamp Mid Century Modern Architectural 1960 s
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in New York, NY
Modeline Table Lamp Mid Century Modern Architectural 1960's New sockets and rewired Shade not
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Chrome

Romantic Island Landscape, Marbro Lamp, Early 20th Century
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand painted ceramic table lamp signed Marbro - Italy. Depicting an island scene with ship wreck
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

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Ceramic, Paper

1998 Tarogo Japan Paper Amorphous Table or Wall Lamp Pair
Located in Westfield, NJ
Vintage 1998 Tarogo Japan paper amorphous table lamp pair. This rare pair of lamps are made from
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Late 20th Century Japanese Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Plastic, Paper

Elegant Hollywood Regency Rembrandt Gilded James Mont Style Table Lamp
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Miami, FL
and is in working order. Lamp uses a regular type bulb. Lamp has partial paper label that says
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

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Gilt Metal

Minimalist Tall White Metal Floor Lamp with Coated Paper Shade
Located in London, GB
With its clean lines and Minimalist design this slim lamp fits easily into any space. Encased in
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Danish Midcentury Bronze Patinated Thykier Table Lamp Amber Red Paper Shade
By Niels Rasmussen Thykier
Located in Oslo, NO
Danish midcentury patinated brass Thykier table lamp amber red paper shade, 1950. Niels Rasmussen
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Floor Lamp in paper and teak, in Noguchi style
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Brussels, BE
Floor lamp with frame in teak, screen paper. 1950. H. 111 cm.
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1950s American Vintage Paper Lamps

Midcentury Glazed Ceramic and Paper Giltwood Lamps with Original Linen Shades
Located in Ettalong Beach, NSW
wood table lamps. Magnificently crafted ceramic work with original amber linen drum shades in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Linen, Paper, Ceramic, Wood

Mod. 2P Vintage Wash Paper Table Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Akari Associates
By Akari, Isamu Noguchi
Located in Koper, SI
demountable metal frame covered with a washi paper shade, that has acquired a beautiful patina over the years
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Tripod Floor Lamp
Located in Santa Cruz, CA
Tripod Floor Lamp Wooden Tripod 1920’s repurposed into floor lamp Custom Parchment Shade Lampshade
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20th Century American Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Jacques Adnet Reading Lamp
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Newburgh, NY
Leather wrapped brass reading lamp by Jacques Adnet. Height adjusts from 53" to 61". Articulated
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

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Vintage Paper Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage paper lamps available for sale. Frequently made of paper, metal and brass, all vintage paper lamps available were constructed with great care. Vintage paper lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage paper lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage paper lamps over the years, but those made by Isamu Noguchi, Ingo Maurer and Le Klint are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Paper Lamps?

Prices for vintage paper lamps start at $200 and top out at $11,897 with the average selling for $1,450.

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 Paper Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.