Old Glass Lamps
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Table Lamps
Glass, Art Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Porcelain
Porcelain
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Glass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Metal, Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 1880s French Empire Table Lamps
Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Enamel
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Czech Table Lamps
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
2010s Spanish Brutalist Table Lamps
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Murano Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Metal
2010s Table Lamps
Brass, Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Blown Glass
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Empire Table Lamps
Metal, Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Blown Glass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Chrome
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1950s Argentine Space Age Table Lamps
Art Glass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Cut Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Floor Lamps
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Art Glass, Murano Glass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To tell how old a glass lamp is, first look for markings that can help identify the name of the manufacturer. Many makers placed markings or labels on the bulb’s housing or the bases of the lamps they produced. By using trusted online resources, you can determine when the maker was active and estimate the age of the fixture. Certified appraisers can also be of assistance when trying to date lamps. Shop a range of glass lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Old champagne glasses are called champagne coupes. Champagne coupes are one of the oldest designs of champagne glassware, and have also been tied to the myth that they were modeled after Marie Antoinette’s bust. You’ll find a large collection of champagne glasses from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean an old glass ashtray, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Place the ashtray in the sink and allow it to soak for a few minutes. Then, wipe with a soft sponge. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage glass ashtrays.
- How old is cobalt blue glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How old cobalt glass is varies greatly. Ancient Mesopotamian examples exist from roughly 2000 BC. In China, cobalt glass became common during the Zhou Dynasty, which lasted from 1122 to 221 BC. European cobalt glass may date back to as early as the 15th century. Shop a collection of antique cobalt glass on 1stDibs.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lamp cord is a pretty good indicator as to how old the lamp is. If the cord looks old, it most likely is. Also, the plug itself will have prongs that are the same size, compared with modern plugs that have one side larger than the other side. Shop a collection of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023What you call an old-fashioned lamp depends on its design. Lamps with glass shades and hollow bases that get filled with oil are kerosene, oil or paraffin lamps. An oil lamp with two reservoirs is a cruise lamp, while one with a swinging arm is a student lamp. Shop a variety of antique, vintage and modern lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An old-fashioned glass is usually known as the lowball or the lowball glass, which is a short tumbler-style glass that has a solid base and holds at least six ounces of liquor. These glasses are a perfect fit for formal as well as informal occasions. Shop a wide range of unique drinking glasses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What colored glass lamps are called depends on their design. People usually refer to lamps with stained glass shades as Tiffany lamps or Tiffany-style lamps, after Louis Comfort Tiffany, the best known designer of this style of lamp (even if the fixture is not a product of the iconic Tiffany Studios). Colored glass lamps made by artisans on Murano in Venice are commonly referred to as Murano lamps. Shop a collection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.
This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques
The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.