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 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 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.

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.

Vintage Star Lamp

Lamp Pendant Swedish Modern

Glass Star Chandelier

Pair Of Etched Glass Lamps

Brown Ceramic Lamp

Mid Century Murano Glass Sconces

Svend Aage Holm Sorensen Floor Lamp

Italian Murano Glass Wall Sconces

Black Halogen Lamp

Category

1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Nickel

Pair of White Lacquer and Nickel Star Lamps

$1,300

Diego Giacometti style wrought iron table lamp - 1950s - Italy - Brutalist style

By Diego Giacometti

Located in Paris, FR

reminiscent of the Master's Giacometti star lamp. . The balance is perfect, blurring the boundary between

Category

1950s Italian Brutalist Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Wrought Iron

Diego Giacometti style wrought iron table lamp - 1950s - Italy - Brutalist style

$2,361

Zodiac Star Sign Metal Midcentury Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

An unusual zodiac sign table lamp. The star signs circle a metal globe. French or English

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Zodiac Star Sign Metal Midcentury Table Lamp

$1,204

Scandinavian Modern Table Star Based Table Lamp

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This diminutive table lamp has a channeled, star shaped base with a wheat and pumpkin colored glaze

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Porcelain

Scandinavian Modern Table Star Based Table Lamp

$435

France 1950s Brass Table Lamp with Star Motif

Located in New York, NY

Table lamp in polished brass, with brown enameled metal and star motif decor, France, 1950s. 22

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass, Metal

France 1950s Brass Table Lamp with Star Motif

$1,800

Brass Star Form Lamps Attributed to Tommi Parzinger

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Atlanta, GA

Brass star form lamps attributed to Tommi Parzinger, American, circa 1950s. We have seen these

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass, Metal

Brass Star Form Lamps Attributed to Tommi Parzinger

$1,550

Mid Century Wooden Lone Star Cowboy Boot Table Lamp

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Midcentury wooden lone star cowboy boot table lamp with cowboy boot finial

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Wooden Lone Star Cowboy Boot Table Lamp

$199

French Bronze "L Etoile" Star Table Lamp After Alberto Giacometti

By Alberto Giacometti

Located in New York, NY

Classic French Bronze "L'Etoile" table lamp with tripod base after Alberto and Diego Giacometti for

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze "L Etoile" Star Table Lamp After Alberto Giacometti

$12,500

Pair of Cone Star-Shaped Table Lamps, Murano Mercury Glass

By Alberto Donà

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Pair of tall table lamp attributed to Alberto Donà in Murano. Gray acciaio color layered inside

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Mercury Glass, Murano Glass

Pair of Cone Star-Shaped Table Lamps, Murano Mercury Glass

$3,560

Carved Wood Pyramid with Eight-Point Star Base Table Lamp

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern arts and crafts style carved wood pyramid table lamp.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Hardwood

Carved Wood Pyramid with Eight-Point Star Base Table Lamp

$800

Jacques Adnet Style Bamboo Star Base Floor Lamp from France Mid-Century

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

Jacques Adnet style lamp made of iron and gold metal, France, 20th century. It has been rewired

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Gold, Iron

Jacques Adnet Style Bamboo Star Base Floor Lamp from France Mid-Century

$1,500

French Forged Iron Star Floor Lamps after Giacometti, Jean Michel Frank, Pair

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Jean-Michel Frank

Located in New York, NY

A timeless pair of French hand forged iron floor lamps decorated with the form of a star, after

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Forged Iron Star Floor Lamps after Giacometti, Jean Michel Frank, Pair

$14,900

French Forged Iron Star Floor Lamps after Giacometti, Jean Michel Frank, Pair

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Jean-Michel Frank

Located in New York, NY

A timeless pair of French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Style hand forged iron floor lamps

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Forged Iron Star Floor Lamps after Giacometti, Jean Michel Frank, Pair

$15,900

Alberto Donà Pair of Cone Star-Shaped Table Lamps, Murano Mercury Glass

By Alberto Donà

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Fashionable pair of tall table lamp from Alberto Donà in Murano. Gray acciaio color layered inside

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Mercury Glass, Murano Glass

Alberto Donà Pair of Cone Star-Shaped Table Lamps, Murano Mercury Glass

$3,800

Sculptural Patinated Metal Table Lamp, c.1975

By Samuel Marx, Stewart Ross James

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Hand built sculptural star table lamp, circa 1975. Thin gauge patinated welded metal construction

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Patinated Metal Table Lamp, c.1975

$2,000

Table Lamp Sorella by Harvey Guzzini for IGuzzini

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Doornspijk, NL

lamp starred in the tv series Space and in the James Bond movie Moonraker.

Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Plastic

Table Lamp Sorella by Harvey Guzzini for IGuzzini

$949

Vintage Murano Glass Globe Table Lamp circa 1970s

Located in London, GB

-pointed star. The lamp rests on a brass base which has characterful markings and blemishes along with a

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Globe Table Lamp circa 1970s

$1,150

PAN Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamp, Germany, 1970s

By PAN Keramik

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful and graphical star shaped wall or ceiling lamp, made with brown and beige ceramic

Category

1970s German Other Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Ceramic

PAN Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamp, Germany, 1970s

$1,103

Set of 2 Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamps, Germany, 1970s

By OTHR

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful and graphical star-shaped wall or ceiling lamps, made with brown and beige ceramic

Category

1970s German Other Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamps, Germany, 1970s

$1,780

Tunisian Deep Blue Glass Pendant Star Shape Handmade Ceiling Lamp or Light

Located in Coimbra, PT

Antique handcrafted Tunisian deep blue glass pendant star shape ceiling lamp or light unwired

Category

1950s Tunisian Moorish Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Tunisian Deep Blue Glass Pendant Star Shape Handmade Ceiling Lamp or Light

$652

Amazing Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamp "Star Sky" Germany 1950s

Located in Munich, DE

/ pendant lamp "Star Sky". Designed and manufactured probably in Germany, 1950s. Due to the perforated

Category

1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass

Amazing Large Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamp "Star Sky" Germany 1950s

$6,526

Set of 2 PAN Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamps, Germany, 1970s

By PAN Keramik

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful and graphical star shaped wall or ceiling lamps, made with brown and beige ceramic

Category

1970s German Other Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 PAN Keramik Star Brown Beige Ceramic Lamps, Germany, 1970s

$2,598

Moroccan Clear Glass and Metal Moravian Star Shape Lantern Pendant

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

shapes similar to Moravian stars. The lantern has top-side access to inside lamp. 'Star' is 16 inches

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Moroccan Clear Glass and Metal Moravian Star Shape Lantern Pendant

$450

A pair of star-shaped wall sconces made of steel and glass, Italy, 1960s

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

luminous star. This set of wall lamps, two in brass (see also another listing) and two in steel, comes from

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Steel

A pair of star-shaped wall sconces made of steel and glass, Italy, 1960s

$2,195

Rare Anton Fog Holm "Starlight" Metal Hanging Lamp

By Nordisk Solar Co.

Located in Geneva, CH

White bent metal star shaped hanging lamp. Design Anton Fog Holm produced by Nordisk Solar Company

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Rare Anton Fog Holm "Starlight" Metal Hanging Lamp

$1,800

Jugendstil Brass Glass Sconce by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Milano, Lombardia

shape of a star. The lamp is in good condition with slight signs of age and use as the brass patina.

Category

1970s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass

Jugendstil Brass Glass Sconce by Josef Hoffmann

$1,376

Cocoon Large Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Goldkant Germany, 1970s

By Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Gorgeous cocoon large flush mount ceiling lamp in "star" shape by Goldkant, 1970s, Germany. The

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Metal

Cocoon Large Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Goldkant Germany, 1970s

$2,136

Pair of French 1950s Modernist Wall Lights in Red, Black Brass by Rene Mathieu

By Maison Lunel, Rene Mathieu, Pierre Guariche

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

steel and brass, the shades in original deep red with star shaped perforations, these lamps can be

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of French 1950s Modernist Wall Lights in Red, Black Brass by Rene Mathieu

$3,423

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 18 large pink glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

$1,519

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 18 large clear glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

$1,127

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 18 large pink glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

$1,519

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 clear glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large clear glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 clear glass tube

$712

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 13 pink glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 13 large pink glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 13 pink glass tube

$1,708

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large blue glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

$593

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 18 large clear glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

$1,495

Beautiful pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces

By Mazzega

Located in Budapest, HU

polished nickel supports 13 large pink alabaster glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period:late XX

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Beautiful pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces

$1,483

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 blue glass tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large blue glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 blue glass tube

$593

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large pink glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink glass tube

$712

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

Located in Budapest, HU

polished nickel supports 18 large clear glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late 20th

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Art Glass, Murano Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Clear Glass Tube

$1,958

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large pink alabaster glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

$688

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large pink alabaster glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 pink alabaster glass tube

$688

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 18 large pink glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. Period: late XX century

Category

1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic Pair of Murano Glass Tube Wall Sconces, 18 Pink Glass Tube

$1,803

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 white alabaster glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

polished nickel supports 5 large white albaster glass tubes in a star shape for each lamp. The alabaster

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Blown Glass

Fantastic pair of Murano Glass Tube wall sconces - 5 white alabaster glass tube

$712

Pair of Giacometti style Star Lamps

By Diego Giacometti

Located in New York, NY

Bronze star lamps signed Diego.

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Giacometti style Star Lamps

$16,000

Pair of Galvanized Metal Star Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 1960s Galvanized Metal Star Lamps. Restored and Rewired. Lampshades 375 each.

Category

1960s American Vintage Star Lamp

Pair of Galvanized Metal Star Lamps

$4,800

Pair of Gilt Bronze Star Lamps

Located in Miami, FL

These heavy gold star lamps are gilded in solid bronze and reminiscent of revolutionary symbols

Category

1970s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Gilt Bronze Star Lamps

Stone Star Lamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

monolithic lamp that is equal parts Jena-Michel Frank, Michael Taylor, and Constantin Brancusi + Very

Category

1970s American Vintage Star Lamp

Stone Star Lamp

$1,750

Star Lamps by Verna Cook Shipway, circa 1950s

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning and important brass "Sputnik" table lamps designed by Verna Cook Shipway for her own house

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass

Star Lamps by Verna Cook Shipway, circa 1950s

Star Base Stiffel Brass Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Solid Brass Stiffel Table lamp with 4 star base Ca. 1960 in original condition, shown with new

Category

20th Century American Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass

Star Base Stiffel Brass Table Lamp

$750

Vintage Chrome Standing Lamp with Star Motif

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage chrome floor lamp with with geometric details on neck and hammered texture with Art Deco

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Star Lamp

Vintage Chrome Standing Lamp with Star Motif

$750

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$4,400

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$4,400

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Brass, Iron, Steel

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$4,000

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$4,000

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

$4,000

Arturo Pani "Star" Bronze Table Lamp, 1960s

By Arturo Pani

Located in 0, Cuauhtemoc

A bronze table lamp by Mexican designer Arturo Pani. It uses two lightbulbs. Vintage bronze patina

Category

1960s Mexican Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Bronze, Metal

Arturo Pani "Star" Bronze Table Lamp, 1960s

$4,200

French Star Based Wrought Iron Lamp with Brass Detail

Located in New York, NY

French Star Based Wrought Iron Lamp with Brass Detail

Category

1950s French Vintage Star Lamp

Materials

Wrought Iron, Brass

French Star Based Wrought Iron Lamp with Brass Detail

$2,200

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Vintage Star Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage star lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, every vintage star lamp was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer vintage star lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage star lamp, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce and Jacques Adnet each produced at least one beautiful vintage star lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Vintage Star Lamp?

Prices for a vintage star lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $199 and can go as high as $19,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Star Lamp

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 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 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.
How can you tell if a brass lamp is vintage?
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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.