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Pair of vintage wooden table lamps attributed to Taller Uno, Spain.
Located in BARCELONA, ES
This pair of vintage wooden table lamps, attributed to Taller Uno, represents a unique blend of
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Chrome

Neoclassical Style Stitched Leather Floor Lamp, Nickel-Plated Steel Footed Base
Located in Miami, FL
Neoclassical style Stitched leather floor lamp, nickel-plated steel footed base Offered for
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Steel

Chic Gourd Shaped Table Lamp with Custom White Parchment Shade
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic gourd shaped table lamp with custom white parchment shade. The shade itself is 8 in. diameter
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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Ceramic, Parchment Paper

Romeo Rega Table Lamp in Nickel Brass, Italy 1960 s
By Romeo Rega
Located in New York, NY
Large two-tone lamp by Romeo Rega. The base only 10x4x20. Shade is for photographic purposes but
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Nickel, Brass

Rare Early 10D Akari Floor Lamp by Isamu Noguchi for Ozeki, 1950s
By Isamu Noguchi, Ozeki Co. Ltd. 1
Located in Echt, NL
and half-moon insignia. The lamp is made out of Japanese washi paper, bamboo and metal. In 1951
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Pete Sans for Taller Uno. Post-Modern table/floor lamp, Spain, 1980s
By Philippe Starck, Pete Sans
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Post-Modern table or floor lamp designed by Pete Sans for Taller Uno, Spain, 1980s. "Jellyfish
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1980s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Aluminum

Mid-Century Table Lamp Designed by Antonín Hepnar, 1970 s
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Czechoslovakia - made of wood, paper, fabric - re-polished - fully functional - good
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paper

Tommaso Barbi Large Table Lamp in Murano Glass, 24K Gold and Brass, Italy 1960s
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning large table lamp in mouth-blown Murano glass enriched with 24k gold and brass, completed
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass, Gold

Mid Century Modern Yasha Heifetz Sculptural Abstract Copper HAND Table Lamp
By Heifetz
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid Century Modern Yasha Heifetz Sculptural Abstract Copper HAND Table Lamp,, Retains original lamp
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Copper

Mid Century Modern Yasha Heifetz Sculptural Abstract Brass Figure Table Lamp
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid Century Modern Yasha Heifetz Sculptural Abstract Brass Figure Table Lamp.. (woman in dress
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Chic French Art Deco Green Leather and Gilt Bronze Table or Desk Lamp
By Marcel Coard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic French Art Deco green leather and gilt bronze table or desk lamp in the style of Marcel Coard.
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bronze

Carlo Bartoli Suede Leather Table Lamp by Borbonese, Italy, 1980
By Carlo Bartoli, Rossi di Albizzate
Located in Munich, DE
Very elegant suede table lamp with a leather faced parchment shade from the 1980s, BOGO collection
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1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Set of Two Rare Lovely Mid-Century Modern Bedside Table Lamps Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two rare and lovely Mid-Century Modern bedside table lamps with parchment paper shades
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Tall Gold Art Nouveau Vintage Lilly Pad Table Lamp with Gold Shade
By Stiffel
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall Hollywood Regency or Art Nouveau table lamp with gold shade. This is a gorgeous tall lamp
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Fuga Table Lamps by Lucio Roncalli for Luci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LED 2700K strip, along with a paper diffuser. The lamps hold a transfmormer puck in line of the cord
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome


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 Table Lamps by Lucio Roncalli for Luci

Fuga
 Table Lamps by Lucio Roncalli for Luci
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Large ‘Gatto’ Cocoon Table Lamp by Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Chicago, IL
A Mid Century Italian ‘Gatto’ table lamp designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos in
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Parchment Paper

Chic Gourd Shaped Table Lamp with Custom White Parchment Shade
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic gourd shaped table lamp with custom white parchment shade. The shade itself is 8 in. diameter
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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Parchment Paper

Large Bauhaus or Art Deco Style Chrome and Marble Table or Desk Lamp
By Nessen Studio, Nessen Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic Bauhaus or Art Deco style chrome and marble table or desk lamp with custom manila paper shade
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1940s American Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Marble, Chrome

French Bronze Nautilus Shell Lamp in the Style of Maison Charles
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Pembroke, MA
An unusual French bronze nautilus form table lamp with faux-brass paper shade (in the style of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bronze

Vintage Akari Model 1N Light Sculpture Table Lamp By Isamu Noguchi, Japan 1980s
By Isamu Noguchi, Akari
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Akari model 1N light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and
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1970s Vintage Paper Lamps

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Standing Lamp in Solid Teak With New Lampshade - Barcelona
Located in Girona, Girona
Standing lamp in solid teak, solid polished brass, base in teak-veneered steel, new lampshade in
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass, Steel

Vintage Regency Polished Brass Candlestick Lamps With Billiard Green Shades-a Pr
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lamps with Billiard Green Shades. Crafted in classic American style, these lamps feature gleaming
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Mid-20th Century American Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Blackened Bronze Lamp by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, France, 1990
By Pierre Casenove
Located in Brussels, BE
Usually gilded, this lamp is blackened bronze rarer version by Casanove for Fondica. One light
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Bronze

Model 397 Floor Lamp by Angelo Ostuni and Renato Forti for Oluce
By Oluce, Giuseppe Ostuni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Model 397 Floor Lamp by Angelo Ostuni for Oluce. Designed and manufactured in Italy in 1960. A
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Steel, Nickel

Mid-20th Century Modern Parchment-Covered Wood Three-Tier Floor Lamp, France
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern brass and parchment-covered wood three-tier floor lamp with shade, France
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc

Curtis Jere Sculptural Chromed Steel Column Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in New York, NY
Large scale chrome curvy sculptural lamp on ebonized wood circular base. Retains partial paper
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Steel

Monumental Mid-Century Obelisk Candelabra Lamp in the Style of Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental mid-century obelisk candelabra lamp in the style of Tommi Parzinger. The 4 candelabra
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

French Modern Neoclassical Leather Parchment Table or Desk Lamp, Hermès, 1940
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French mid-century leather table lamp or desk lamp attributed to Hermes in the
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Leather, Parchment Paper

Pair of Vintage Tole Bronze Palm Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of vintage tole bronze palm lamps with black paper shades.
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1960s French Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Table Lamp Buddha Brass Gold Walnut Root 1960s Rectangular
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian midcentury table lamp Buddha brass gold walnut root 1960s rectangular, parchment paper dome
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Chic Gourd Shaped Table Lamp with Custom White Parchment Shade
By Accolay Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic gourd shaped table lamp with custom white parchment shade. The shade itself is 8 in. diameter
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Mid-20th Century French Organic Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Parchment Paper

Midcentury Tri Pod Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C 1950s
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
metal, in white paint finish. The lamp includes its original burlap and paper shade. This example is in
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Large Purple Crystal Table Lamp, Signed by Vannes Le Chatel, France
Located in Munich, DE
Hand blown purple and clear crystal glass. This table lamp was made in France and is signed on the
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Paper Lamps

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Glass, Paper

Set of 3 Brass Lacquered Wood Octogonal Base Table Lamps, ca. 1970s
Located in Geneva, CH
Set of 3 brass and lacquered wood, octogonal bases with brass inlays table lamps, ca. late 1970's
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1970s Italian Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Maison Jansen Silvered Bronze Brass Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern France 1950
By Maison Jansen
Located in Miami, FL
Original French Mid-Century Modern silvered bronze & brass floor lamp by Maison Jansen made in
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

A Stunning French Leopard Print Table Lamp This is a one off Artisan Piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Stunning French Leopard Print Table Lamp This is a one off Artisan Made piece, the lamp is
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1970s Folk Art Vintage Paper Lamps

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Paper

Pair of Hand Wrought Twisted Iron Floor Lamps with Custom Parchment Shades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Hand Wrought Iron floor lamps. The pair are spectacular, heavy and come with their own
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20th Century European Gothic Revival Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Iron Parchment Floor Lamps by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Jacques Adnet with parchment paper shades. The standing lamps have unique cross form design support system
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Late 20th Century Neoclassic Brass Lion Low Desk Lamp w/Rectangular Black Shade
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage neoclassic brass lion desk lamp with rectangular black cardboard shade with gold
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

1950s Table Lamp Attributed to Maison Longchamp France in Black Leather
By Maison Longchamp
Located in London, GB
1950s Neoclassical table lamp in the Maison Longchamp or Hermes style. Brass body with black full
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1950s French Neoclassical Revival Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Oak Mid Century Modern Vintage Floor Lamp Rupert Nikoll Austria circa 1950
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Austria. The floor lamp is composed of a solid oak stem with brass details and a parchment paper shade
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Signed Maison Charles Bronze Black Marble Eagle Table Lamp Neoclassical France
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Maison Charles table lamp stunning handmade hammered bronze eagle like a Trophy mounted on a
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Paper Lamps

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Belgian Black Marble, Metal, Bronze

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Tripod FLOOR LAMP by MAISON ARLUS, France 1950
By Arlus
Located in PARIS, FR
An exceptionnel tripod floor lamp, Modernist, Fifties, Bauhaus, with a tripod base in black
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal, Brass

1980 Table Lamp, MDF, Beech and Pine Woods, Plexiglass and Parchment - Spain
Located in Girona, Girona
Table lamp, MDF with applications of beech and pine wood, central plexiglass cylinder with
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1980s Spanish Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Plexiglass, Beech, Pine, Parchment Paper

Jacques Adnet Curved Desk Lamp With Black Leather Trim, France 1950 s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Desk lamp made for various embassies by Jacques Adnet, this one bears a bronze medallion
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Brass

Set of Two Rare Lovely Mid-Century Modern Bedside Table Lamps Germany 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two rare and lovely Mid-Century Modern bedside table lamps with vertically adjustable lamp
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Spear Lamp from Rupert Nikoll, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, Austria
new made after the original in paper and sisal. The lamp is rewired.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Metal

Highly Decorative Richly Carved Oriental Giltwood Table Lamp, China Circa 1950
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
The intricately carved and richly gilded column depicting scholars, attendants and figures on horseback, fitted with an old parchment shade. Dimensions, 20” high (to socket) overall ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Paper Lamps

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Lacquer, Giltwood, Parchment Paper

Maison Baguès French Hollywood Regency Bronze Faux Bamboo Floor Lamp 1960 - Pair
By Maison Baguès
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of French Hollywood Regency bronze faux bamboo floor lamps by Maison Baguès made in the 1960s
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1960s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Maison Baguès Bronze Faux Bamboo Floor Lamp French Mid-Century Modern
By Maison Baguès
Located in Miami, FL
Original pair of Maison Baguès Classic and elegant Faux Bamboo style floor lamp with black & gold
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Vintage Italian Brass Marble Dolphin Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Vintage Brass and Marble Italian Dolphin lamps with dark green paper shades. Lamp shades
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20th Century Italian Vintage Paper Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Midcentury Figural Cast Iron Canon and Leather Book Table or Desk Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This very unique and functional table lamp is unsigned, but presumed to have been homemade in
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Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Metal

Midcentury Wooden Floor Lamp by Jan Kalous for ULUV / 1950s, Restored
By ULUV Krásná jizba
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia - Designer: Jan Kalous - Manufacturer: ÚLUV - Completely restored (wooden parts refreshed, new parchment shade-handmade).   
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1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Wood, Parchment Paper

Wonderful Pair French Empire Dore Bronze Neoclassical Bouillotte Column Lamps
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Pair Of French Empire Dore Bronze Neoclassical Bouillotte Column Form Lamps With Black
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20th Century French Empire Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Maison Jansen Table Lamp France Design 1950 Crystal Brass Parchment
By Maison Jansen
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Elegant midcentury Maison Jansen table lamp France design 1950 crystal brass, Carved brass parts
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Pair, Van Teal Geometric Lucite, Chrome Table Lamps Shades Mid-Century Modern
By Hivo Van Teal
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Van Teal Mid-Century Modern transparent geometric shaped Lucite pieces stacked table lamps
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Moorish Style Frederick Cooper Hammered Copper Urn Shaped Double Handled Lamp
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Moorish style Frederick Cooper hammered copper urn or jug shaped double handled lamp with
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Late 20th Century American Moorish Vintage Paper Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper, Iron

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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.