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Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp
By Fontana Arte
Located in San Francisco, CA
top, lamp is ready to install and be enjoyed.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp
Mid-Century Italian Table Lamp
H 28 in W 17.75 in D 12 in
Laurel Desk Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Laurel Lamp, c.1960's, USA. This lamp features an adjustable and bendable gooseneck with blush
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Pewter

Laurel Desk Lamp
Laurel Desk Lamp
H 20 in W 7 in D 12 in
Industrial Articulating Desk Top Task Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial painted steel desk top task lamp, circa 1940s with original finish, articulates at three
Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Postmodern Solid Birch Wood & Aluminum Sculptural Table/ Desk Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Very rare solid birch with aluminum accents tall desk table lamp. doesn't include lampshade its 24
Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Classic American Art Deco, Faries Desk / Task Lamp, circa 1930s
By Faries Lamp Co.
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic American Art Deco, Faries desk / task lamp circa 1930s, Sleek, simple elegant design
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Desk Lamp Industrial Counter Top
Located in Oakland, CA
Art Deco desk lamp Industrial Countertop light. An ingenious design and the counterbalanced arms
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Maurizio Tempestini for Laurel Adjustable Swedish Brass Desk Lamp, 1960s
By Laurel Lamp Company, Maurizio Tempestini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
American Mid Century Laurel lamp Co. D-747 swedish brass table lamp, 1960s. Featuring a sculpted
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Toliman Desk Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
The structure of this elegant desk lamp is made entirely in metal and consists of a round base and
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Toliman Desk Lamp
Toliman Desk Lamp
H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Alkaid Desk Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite desk lamp features an ornate round base in brass with a light gold finish supporting
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Marble, Brass

Alkaid Desk Lamp
Alkaid Desk Lamp
H 25.2 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Grafite Desk Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
In this striking lamp, the brass shaft, featuring a glossy nickel finish, rests on top of a round
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Grafite Desk Lamp
Grafite Desk Lamp
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Flip Top Space Age Desk Lamp By Richard Carruther for Leuka 1970s
By Richard Carruthers
Located in Čelinac, BA
Postmodern Leuka desk lamp by Richard Carruther 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Red Mushroom Desk Lamp
By Philips
Located in Antwerp, BE
VEB Leuchtenbau red mushroom desk lamp. Materials: Red painted iron base and aluminium lampshade
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Red Mushroom Desk Lamp
Red Mushroom Desk Lamp
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H 18.51 in Dm 13.78 in
Mid Century Desk Lamp
Located in Benalmadena, ES
We present an authentic piece of design, a desk lamp that exudes elegance and timeless charm
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Desk Lamp
Mid Century Desk Lamp
No Reserve
H 15.75 in W 12.21 in D 19.69 in
1940s Architectural Desk Lamp
By Christian Dell
Located in Westport, CT
Extra large architectural Desk lamp attributed to Christian Dell white enameled chrome top and
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Bauhaus Table Lamps

Studio BBPR for Olivetti 'Spazio' Corner Desk with Original Lamp
By Studio BBPR, Olivetti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
original lamp is affixed to the top that can be moved sideways. The tops are furnished with a burgundy red
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

"Tecnica" Walnut Top Desk with Tie Rods Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a desk, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a metallic
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Nickel

1905 Adjustable Piano / Roll Top Desk Lamp with Antique American Art Glass Shade
Located in Mississauga, CA
Very elegant early 1900s piano or roll top desk lamp with original restored finish. This lamp is
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Lightolier Desk Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable white metal shade and white metal base with brass arm, hi-lo dimmer switch on top of the
Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Lightolier Desk Lamp
Vintage Lightolier Desk Lamp
H 17.5 in W 22 in D 15 in
Architectural Desk Lamp, Robert Sonneman
By Robert Sonneman
Located in London, GB
A lovely example of Robert Sonneman Memphis design table/desk lamp. Matte black finish with thick
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Architectural Desk Lamp, Robert Sonneman
Architectural Desk Lamp, Robert Sonneman
H 12.21 in W 17.33 in D 4.34 in
French Art Nouveau Desk Lamp
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
French Art Nouveau Desk Lamp A beautiful and elegant swan-shaped desk lamp, featuring flowers and
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Spelter, Copper

French Art Nouveau Desk Lamp
French Art Nouveau Desk Lamp
H 11.82 in W 5.12 in D 6.7 in
Saya Golden brass desk Lamp
By Dounia Lahlou, Yasmine Lahlou
Located in PARIS, FR
Introducing the 'Saya' Golden Brass Desk Lamp, a masterpiece of elegance and warmth. This lamp
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2010s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Saya Golden brass desk Lamp
Saya Golden brass desk Lamp
H 13.78 in Dm 5.91 in
Poul Henningsen PH5 Desk Lamp
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Madrid, ES
A desk lamp designed by Poul Henningsen and edited by Louis Poulsen in 1960.Three brass supports on
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Poul Henningsen PH5 Desk Lamp
Poul Henningsen PH5 Desk Lamp
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H 24.81 in Dm 20.08 in
1954, Coen de Vries for Devo Wooden Writing Desk with Red Drawer and Formica Top
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
. :-) Beautiful designed, original little writing desk in wood with X-base, red colored drawer and formica top
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood, Paint

Libra Desk Lamp with Gold
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite desk lamp features a squared brass base supporting a shaft which has a square
Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass, Nickel

Libra Desk Lamp with Gold
Libra Desk Lamp with Gold
H 30.32 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
NJP Table Lamp or Desk Lamp White
By Oki Sato, Louis Poulsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
The lamp was designed by Nendo design studio of Japan and designer Oki Sato. NJP Table is a new
Category

2010s Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

NJP Table Lamp or Desk Lamp White
NJP Table Lamp or Desk Lamp White
H 188.98 in W 86.62 in D 188.98 in
Gérard Thurston, Desk lamp, 1950
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Elegant table lamp by Gérard Thurston, USA 1950. It rests on a tripod base in gilded brass, the
Category

Antique 1850s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian, Space Age Desk Lamp, Model Flip Top, by R. Carruthers for Leuka, 1970s
By Richard Carruthers, Leuka
Located in Schagen, NL
Rare vintage desk lamp designed by Richard Carruthers for Leuka in Italy, circa 1970s. It
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Natural Wood Desk
Located in Barranco, PE
This beautiful desk is made of cachimbo peruvian wood. You can place your favorite lamp on the
Category

2010s Peruvian Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Natural Wood Desk
Natural Wood Desk
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Serge Mouille - Black Antony Desk Lamp
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
Unique for the Antony Desk lamp, Serge Mouille designed a sloping arm with an angled top attaching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Pulsar Desk Lamp in White Marble
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This sophisticated desk lamp features a shaft in white marble with striking natural veins flanked
Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Nickel

Pulsar Desk Lamp in White Marble
Pulsar Desk Lamp in White Marble
H 16.93 in W 15.75 in D 7.88 in
Pulsar Desk Lamp with Black Marble
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This sophisticated desk lamp features a rectangular shaft in black marble adorned at top and bottom
Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Nickel

Pulsar Desk Lamp with Black Marble
Pulsar Desk Lamp with Black Marble
H 27.56 in W 17.72 in D 9.85 in
Vintage French Bouillotte Desk Lamp Table Lamp, Circa 1970s
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage French game table style, bouilotte style desk lamp. 23 inches tall this antique or
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Other, Brass

Vintage MCM Kock & Lowy Desk Lamp
By Kocks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare vintage MCM Kock & Lowy articulating angel arm desk lamp, solid steel enamel rod arm, small
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage MCM Kock & Lowy Desk Lamp
Vintage MCM Kock & Lowy Desk Lamp
H 16 in W 33 in D 33 in
Dazor Desk Lamp Model 2008, 1950s
By Dazor
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Beautiful modernist desk lamp by Dazor. Original label and original switch. Consists of and
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dazor Desk Lamp Model 2008, 1950s
Dazor Desk Lamp Model 2008, 1950s
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 22.84 in
Antique Industrial Dugdills Desk Lamp, 1930s
By Dugdills
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Industrial Dugdills desk lamp A scarce early Dugdills lamp reclaimed from a military
Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Brass Office Desk Lamp - Bauhaus Style Table Lamp - Golden Lamp
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Vintage brass desk lamp with adjustable shade. The shade can easily turned in different directions
Category

20th Century Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Nekkar Desk Lamp with Silver Leaf
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
The design of this striking lamp uses geometric elements and noble materials to create a timeless
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2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Silver Leaf

Nekkar Desk Lamp with Silver Leaf
Nekkar Desk Lamp with Silver Leaf
H 26.78 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Brass Desk Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen
By Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in San Francisco, CA
A table lamp of patinated brass, with adjustable and curved neck. Swiveling top and bottom
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Serge Mouille - Antony Desk Lamp in Black
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
Unique for the Antony Desk lamp, Serge Mouille designed a sloping arm with an angled top attaching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Machine Age Chrome and Copper Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Machine Age, Art Deco Copper, and Chrome Desk Lamp from 1932. The lamp features a modernist bell
Category

Vintage 1930s American Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Chrome

Desk Lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
An interesting chrome-plated table lamp, designed by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, circa 1960s. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Clear Cut Crystal Desk or Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
An elegant European clear cut crystal desk or table lamp, circa 20th century. A beautiful lamp with
Category

Mid-20th Century European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

French Empire Style Table or Desk Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Unusual petite size neoclassical style table or desk lamp, dark green reservoir encircled by bronze
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Antique Edwardian Rise & Fall Bankers Desk Lamp.
Located in London, GB
Uncover the timeless charm of our Edwardian Brass & Metal Original Bankers Desk Lamp. This
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel

Serge Mouille - Antony Desk Lamp in Black
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
Unique for the Antony Desk lamp, Serge Mouille designed a sloping arm with an angled top attaching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Aluminum

Serge Mouille - Antony Desk Lamp in White
By Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
Unique for the Antony Desk lamp, Serge Mouille designed a sloping arm with an angled top attaching
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Stand/Sit Desk or Worktable
Located in VUGHT, NL
lighting all around. Additional color LED lamp, which can be operated separately, centrally in the top as
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Stand/Sit Desk or Worktable
Stand/Sit Desk or Worktable
H 86.62 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
1960s Sculptural Table Desk Lamp Cork and Walnut Laurel Lamp Co
By Laurel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Sculptural Cork and Walnut Table Desk Lamp Brass Base unmarked attributed Laurel Lamp Co 14.5
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

White Anvia Desk Lamp - Mid Century Table Lamp - Vintage Office Light
By Anvia
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Very rare mid century desk lamp by Anvia. The has a white, metal frame with a black finish on the
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Architect Desk Lamp from ASAS, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Black fully adjustable desk or table light from ASAS. It was manufactured in Denmark during the
Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
Masterfully handcrafted by expert artisans, this desk combines luxurious materials with a
Category

2010s Italian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
Monique Writing Desk by Dom Edizioni
H 30.71 in W 71.66 in D 27.56 in
Desk Lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
An interesting chrome-plated table lamp, designed by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, circa 1960s. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Minister desk in mohagany gilded brass and green leather on the top The desk have two extensions
Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style
Desk in Mahogany Louis XVI Style
H 30 in W 56 in D 31 in
1970s Modern Eye Ball Table / Desk Lamp
By Michael Lax
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mod styled table lamp with black lacquered solid wood base, chrome handle to the top, large
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Brown Mid-Century Modern Metal Desk Library, Desk or Task Lamp in Brown
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Mid-Century Modern brown task lamp or library lamp. Featuring an elongated top with long light and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Arteluce Italian Designed Industrial Desk Lamp for AI
By Arteluce
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A dark gray Italian designed Industrial styled desk lamp by Arteluce for AI Atelier International
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Lighthouse" Desk Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany Studios New York "Lighthouse" desk lamp features a bell-shaped iridescent green
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

midgard R2 DESK LAMP industrial design 1960s gdr
By Curt Fischer
Located in Mannheim, DE
Midgard R2 desk lamp, originally designed by Curt Fischer, this version was manufactured in the
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Robert Sonneman Saturn Desk or Table Lamp Postmodern
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Very cool and iconic brass and glass Saturn desk lamp from the 1980s designed by Robert Sonneman
Category

Vintage 1980s Taiwanese Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp Cream and Brass
Located in London, GB
Modernist desk lamp in brass and black with cream metal shade is fully adjustable at two points, at
Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp Cream and Brass
Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp Cream and Brass
H 16.54 in W 14.97 in D 7.88 in
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Desk Top Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal desk top lamp for your home. Each desk top lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer desk top lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A desk top lamp, designed in the Industrial, Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made desk top lamp over the years, but those crafted by Richard Carruthers, Leuka and Elio Martinelli are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Desk Top Lamp?

Prices for a desk top lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $2,300, while the average can fetch as much as $950.
Questions About Desk Top Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk is a piece of furniture that has a wooden cover that can be pulled down when the desk is not in use. Shop a collection of roll top furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sometimes, roll-top desks are called tambours, sliding roll desks or roll-up desks. However, roll-top is the most commonly used name. The style of desk became popular during the 19th century. You can find a range of roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A roll top desk kept small essentials and paperwork organized. The roll top design was ideal for business people to secure their desks at the end of the day without filing away their work. Browse a variety of roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Roll-top desks are originally from the late 18th century in the Georgian era of England. By the middle of the Victorian era, they were found in most offices and produced on a large scale. Shop a range of antique roll-top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

    No one knows for sure who invented the desk lamp, as many engineers worked on designs for lamps during the 1920s. Many experts cite the Anglepoise lamp, however, as the earliest iteration of the modern desk lamp. Since its 1934 debut, this ingenious task light has become one of the most celebrated examples of industrial design. 

    How the Anglepoise came to be is the stuff of design legend: In 1932, a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine joined forces with a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons, to create a mechanism by which opposed springs would, as Carwardine explained, exert a “unidirectional constant force” on a pivoted lever that could counteract the force of gravity.

    This invention was not destined for an auto but for a lamp Carwardine was developing. The innovation would allow the piece’s articulated arm to be moved with ease to almost any position and remain there. As the product of engineering acumen rather than fashion, the Anglepoise soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted it as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.”

    The Angelpoise's rivals include the 1930 Bestlite, which was one of the earliest Bauhaus-influenced designs, created by Robert Dudley Best, who had studied under Walter Gropius at the Bauhaus in Dessau. German modernist Karl Trabert’s 1930s desk lamp for Schanzenbach & Co. was notable for its domed shade above a hinged arm.

    Find vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A good desk lamp is going to make a substantial difference in any home, office or studio. The ideal desk lamp should provide apt task lighting, be easy to use, and also be aesthetically pleasing. Find a wide range of unique and elegant desk lamps on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a roll-top desk is an antique, look closely at the materials. Real antiques feature hardwoods like cherry, mahogany and black walnut. If you detect the use of engineered woods, the desk is a reproduction. Also, early pieces show off irregular dovetail joints. Joints that appear perfectly uniform indicate that a roll-top desk is a more recent mass-produced piece. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of expertly vetted antique roll-top desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A roll top desk can be worth anywhere between $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the condition, materials used and time of manufacturing. Roll top desks are expensive, as they are very popular on the antique furniture market and are considered timeless collectibles. Shop a range of antique and vintage roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A variety of factors can determine the exact age of an antique roll top desk. Some things to look for is the type of wood and craftsmanship used to create the desk. Typically, older desks will be made from heavier wood. You can also check for a maker’s marks to determine the age. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your roll top desk. You’ll find a variety of expertly vetted roll top desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    There 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The desk lamps with the green shade are called banker’s lamps. Banker’s lamps are green because it is believed the color helps to encourage concentration and is mentally soothing. It is also said that green helps with eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker’s lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    British designer George Carwardine designed the Anglepoise desk lamp. Before creating the light fixture, he worked as an engineer designing automobile suspension systems. The first Anglepoise lamps debuted in 1931. You can find a variety of Anglepoise desk lamps on 1stDibs.

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