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What kind of paint should I use on ceramic lamps?

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What kind of paint should I use on ceramic lamps?
To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Shop for Green Ceramic Lamps on 1stDibs
1960s Green Ceramic Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1960s Green Ceramic Lamp ceramoc has a great texture and color. Brand new shade made by handmade
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Ceramic

A Green Ceramic Lamp on a Brass Base
Located in New York, NY
A green ceramic lamp in the Asian style, with a crackled glaze in a deep jade green. Mounted on a
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

A Green Ceramic Lamp on a Brass Base
Located in New York, NY
This green ceramic lamp in the Asian style is noteworthy due to its beautiful glaze. In different
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20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Pistachio Green Ceramic Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
The maker of these lamps are unknown. This pair of pistachio green ceramic lamps with shades and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Lucite

Large Scale David Cressey Green Ceramic Lamp, circa 1970
By David Cressey
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Large Scale David Cressey Green Ceramic Lamp, circa 1970. Measures: 17.5" to the top of the
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Dark, Intense Blue / Green Ceramic Lamps, USA 1980s Art Deco Revival
Located in Hastings, GB
A pair of curvaceous dark, intense bluey green ceramic lamps, USA 1980s Art Deco revival. Newly
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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