Best Retro Lamps
1960s Great Britain (UK) Best Retro Lamps
Aluminum
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Ceramic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Steel
1980s French Post-Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Enamel
1960s American Hollywood Regency Best Retro Lamps
Crystal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Empire Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Gold
1950s American Hollywood Regency Best Retro Lamps
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Empire Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Gold
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Milk Glass, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1950s Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1980s Best Retro Lamps
Marble
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Porcelain
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Ceramic
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Ceramic
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Rattan, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Stone, Metal, Chrome
1970s Italian Best Retro Lamps
Milk Glass
1980s French Best Retro Lamps
Bronze
1980s Post-Modern Best Retro Lamps
Plaster
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Art Glass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Resin
1970s Italian Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Art Glass
1950s French Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1980s Best Retro Lamps
Fabric, Lucite
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Best Retro Lamps
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Best Retro Lamps
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Best Retro Lamps
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Art Glass
1970s French Hollywood Regency Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Stoneware
1950s American Best Retro Lamps
Rattan
1950s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Rattan
1950s American Best Retro Lamps
Rattan
1970s Italian Space Age Best Retro Lamps
Plastic
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Bamboo, Rattan, Paper
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Lucite, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Metal, Aluminum
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Best Retro Lamps
Aluminum, Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Ceramic
1950s Best Retro Lamps
Marble, Bronze
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Best Retro Lamps
Sandstone
Mid-20th Century American Best Retro Lamps
Metal
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Best Retro Lamps
Crystal, Metal
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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.
- Which lamp is best for bedrooms?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Which lamp is best for bedrooms is largely a matter of personal preference. Depending on the style, table and floor lamps can provide task lighting for reading or ambient illumination to supplement the glow of overhead lights. Shop a selection of lamps on 1stDibs.
- Which moon lamp is the best?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021There are many great moon lamps on the market-- it's really a matter of preference. When you’re shopping for moon lamps and other lighting, it’s good to keep in mind how you want the room to feel as well as how the fixtures will look in amid your other furnishings and design scheme. Shop moon lamps and pendant lights from 1stDibs.
- What is the best desk lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best desk lamp is a matter of preference — the right fixture can help you work more efficiently while also reducing eye strain. LED desk lamps in the 2700K to 4500K color temperature range often provide a warm and pleasing light under which to work. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and modern desk lamps from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is the best floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A best magnifying lamp depends on the lens used, material and design. It is a matter of preference, and many magnifying lamps have been made over the years so there are lots to choose from. Visit 1stDibs to find magnifying lamps suitable for your home decor.
- What is the best LED desk lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are many types of best LED desk lamps for your home — it's really a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, there are modern, mid-century modern desk lamps and other lighting to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 20211stDibs sells a variety of high-quality Tiffany-style lamps at various price points. Some are from the mid-century modern movement and others are from the Art Deco period.
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Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
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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.