Lamp Shade Ruffle
Antique Cast Figural Cherub Table Lamp with a Ruffled Opalescent Shade
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
the ruffled opalescent shade. The entire lamp is done with a flat black or gun metal patina.
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Early Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Spelter
Pair of Modern Murano Ruffle Glass Lamps in Fontina Green
Located in Dallas, TX
Exquisite pair of modern Murano glass lamps in a gorgeous shade of Fontina green. These add a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of "Fazzoletto" Murano Ruffled Glass Table Lamps by La Murrina
By La Murrina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage Italian table lamps made by La Murrina during the 1960's. Each lamp is adorned with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Ornate Rococo Revival Bridge Lamp with Pleated and Ruched off White Silk Shade
Located in Canton, MA
Ornate Bridge lamp, Mix of brass and cast iron. Brass and Bronze color. Custom handsewn shade, in
Category
Early 20th Century American Rococo Revival Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 57 in W 21 in D 12 in
MCM Art Deco Figural Jester Harlequin Table Lamps Style Marbro Pair Blue & Green
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
….” This is NO JOKE!! You simply MUST make them YOURS!!!
Female Lamp Size:
• Height W/Shade: 46.25 Inches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 46.25 in W 15 in D 15 in
Vintage MCM Art Deco Figural Jester Harlequin Table Lamps Style of Marbro Pair
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
them YOURS!!!
Female Lamp Size:
• Height W/Shade: 40.5 Inches
• Height to top of Harp: 38.25 Inches
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 40.5 in W 19 in D 19 in
Spanish Black Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
, which adds to its authentic vintage charm. Please note that the shade is not included with the lamp
Category
Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Pair, Aladdin Cast Glass Table Lamps
By Aladdin Co.
Located in Berkeley, CA
Trend setters predict "Granny-Chic" is the next big thing. These lovey table lamps would put you
Category
Vintage 1940s American American Classical Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Antique Victorian Cranberry Glass & Brass Banquet Lamp C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Victorian banquet lamp offers cranberry glass ruffle rim shade over base having matching
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Antique Victorian Parlor Gone with the Wind Converted Oil Lamp Floral
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Gone with the Wind oil lamp (converted to electric) featuring a lightly tinted, ruffled top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Substantial Paul Hanson White & Gold Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1960's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
. Lotte lamp shade shown for display only and not for sale ( 16H x 9.5D top x 14 bottom). Shimmering
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Cranberry & Brass Corinthian Column Banquet or Parlor Oil Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Corinthian column style. The outer shade is done with cranberry glass with a hand-crafted ruffled edged top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English High Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 7 in D 7 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Large Copper Indoor Fountain Table Lamp or Accent Light
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
lamp. The domes are made of leaded multicolored rock glass crystals, arranged in seemingly random but
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
Pair of Ruffled Shaded Glass and Brass Fixtures
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. Deep ruffled shades in delicate shaded amber to opaline glass. Not wired. Will require electrification
Category
Early 20th Century American French Provincial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Large Industrial Ruffled Porcelain Enamel Gas Station Pendant Light
Located in Brooklyn, NY
enameled shade with brown enameled fitter on 36 inches of chain. The lamp is newly wired to accept up to a
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Antique Quezal School Gilt Decorated Art Glass Shade Circa 1920
By Quezal
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique lamp shade in the manner of Quezal offers emerald green swirl art glass construction
Category
Early 20th Century American Glass
Materials
Art Glass
Ornate Nickel Plated Belgian Lamp Co. Sconce 1884
Located in Peekskill, NY
fitted with a milk glass ruffled shade that seems just right for it. The glass chimney has a frosted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Nickel
Mid-Century Modernist, Mazzega Murano Pendant Lamp, by Carlo Nason, 1960s
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Verviers, BE
base and a delicate green edge along the ruffled edge provides the color contrast. The body picks up
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Fruitwood
Black Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Steel
Also available: different colors and other shade available.
All our lamps can be wired
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Yellow Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Steel
Also available: Different colors and other shade available.
All our lamps can be wired
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Blue Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Steel
Also Available: Different colors and other shade available.
All our lamps can be wired
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Red Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Steel
Also Available: Different colors and other shade available.
All our lamps can be wired
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Polycarbonate Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Polycarbonate Lampe Gras N° 312 ceiling lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
Dimensions: D 36 x W 14 x H 100
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Copper Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: Steel
Also available: Different colors and other shade available,
All our lamps can be wired
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Black and Copper Lampe Gras N° 312 Ceiling Lamp by Bernard-Albin Gras
By Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Geneve, CH
100 cm
Materials: steel
Also available: different colors and other shade available.
All our lamps
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
H 39.38 in W 5.52 in D 14.18 in
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Antique Arts & Crafts Bradley & Hubbard School Slag Glass Lamp, Circa 1920
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Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Bradley & Hubbard School Slag Glass Table Lamp c1920
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Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants
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20th Century American Table Lamps
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps
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Located in Big Flats, NY
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Lamp Shade Ruffle For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal lamp shade ruffle for your home. Frequently made of metal, glass and steel, every lamp shade ruffle was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a lamp shade ruffle, we have 17 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the lamp shade ruffle you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A lamp shade ruffle is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Victorian and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Bernard-Albin Gras, Aladdin Co. and Carlo Nason each produced at least one beautiful lamp shade ruffle that is worth considering.
How Much is a Lamp Shade Ruffle?
Prices for a lamp shade ruffle start at $235 and top out at $4,995 with the average selling for $1,303.
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.
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Questions About Lamp Shade Ruffle
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
- What is a mica lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a softback lamp shade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.
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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.