Lamps Hurricane Lamps
Early 2000s Chinese Table Lamps
Vintage 1950s English Table Lamps
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s English Table Lamps
Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century European Charles X Table Lamps
Bronze
20th Century American Table Lamps
Glass
Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Country Table Lamps
Blown Glass
20th Century British Regency Table Lamps
Tôle
Early 20th Century Irish Art Deco Table Lamps
Crystal, Metal
Mid-20th Century European Baroque Table Lamps
Crystal
Vintage 1910s North American Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps
Iron, Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1960s Russian Candle Lamps
Malachite, Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Glass
Antique Late 18th Century French Belle Époque Candle Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
2010s American Floor Lamps
Plaster, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps
Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Brass, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Art Glass
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Table Lamps
Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Shell, Blown Glass
Antique 19th Century British Table Lamps
Porcelain
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Belle Époque Table Lamps
Glass, Cut Glass
21st Century and Contemporary French Candle Lamps
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Crystal, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Art Glass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Brass
2010s European Modern Candle Lamps
Bronze
Late 20th Century Modern Candle Lamps
Leather, Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Metal, Brass
20th Century American British Colonial Candle Lamps
Glass
Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Candle Lamps
Crystal
20th Century European Belle Époque Floor Lamps
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Cut Glass
2010s American Table Lamps
Plaster
2010s American Table Lamps
Plaster
Antique Late 18th Century English Adam Style Floor Lamps
Giltwood
2010s American Floor Lamps
Burlap, Plaster
2010s American Floor Lamps
Burlap, Plaster
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps
Metal
2010s Slovenian More Candle Holders
Crystal
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Candle Holders
Brass
20th Century Modern Candlesticks
Glass
2010s Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker, Glass
Late 20th Century Patio and Garden Furniture
Wicker, Twig, Glass
20th Century Japanese Scandinavian Modern More Candle Holders
Glass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Candlesticks
Art Glass, Murano Glass
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Electric hurricane lamps emerged for decorative purposes during the 20th century. The original oil-lit hurricane lamps were created in the 18th century and got their name from long glass shades that could protect a flame from drafts of wind. Shop a collection of antique hurricane lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A hurricane lamp, defined by its glass chimney which protects the flame from sudden gusts of wind, can also be called kerosene or Gone With The Wind lamps. On 1stDibs, find a collection of kerosene lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is a Handel lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A Handel lamp is a table lamp made by Handel Lamp Co. Philip J. Handel founded the company in Connecticut in 1885, and it quickly became known for making fixtures with colorful stained glass shades. Shop a range of Handel lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a hanging lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A hanging lamp is a light fitting that is suspended from the ceiling usually by a chain or a metal rod. They are generally used as a decorative fixture in homes, hotels and offices. Find a collection of antique and vintage hanging lamps on 1stDibs today.
- What is a bridge lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A bridge lamp is a floor lamp that has an adjustable arm and is used to light up the floor or a small side table.
- What is a pole lamp?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 20191stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A pole lamp is a type of floor lamp, which often extends to the ceiling, and is made up of a pole with attaching light fixtures coming off from it.
- What is an MCM lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An MCM lamp is a lighting fixture produced during the middle of the 20th century. MCM stands for mid-century modern, the name associated with this era. The lamps include both tabletop and freestanding floor fixtures. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of vintage lamps.
- What are gourd lamps?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A gourd lamp is a light fixture that features a bulbous body inspired by the shape of a gourd. Many fixtures are double gourds, meaning that they feature two rounded protrusions stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gourd lamps.
- How do you date a lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To date a table lamp or floor lamp, first look for any type of maker's mark. If you find one, conduct an online search to determine who the manufacturer was and when they were active. Cord and plug styles can also give you an indication of age. However, some antique and vintage lamps may have replacement cords. Materials and stylistic features can also help you determine the age of a fixture. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lamps.
- What is a capiz lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A capiz lamp is a light fixture with a base or shade decorated with a specific type of material. Capiz is the name for polished shells derived from windowpane oysters. On a capiz table lamp, the shell usually covers a base made of ceramic, porcelain or metal. Find a range of capiz lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When it comes to home decor, an atomic lamp is a term used to define interestingly shaped lamps from the 1950s or the mid-century design period. This is a time when the atomic bomb was in the news and the telltale mushroom cloud was the inspiration for the shape of these lamps. It’s a loose description of the new shapes that were being seen in lighting in this era. Shop a collection of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a torchiere lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A torchiere lamp is a type of floor lamp designed to provide ambient illumination. It consists of a column base and a shade that grows wider as the eye travels upward. The position of its bulb or bulbs focus light on the ceiling. Find a selection of torchiere lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a stone lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A stone lamp is a lamp made of natural geological materials such as Onyx, Agate, Selenite, and Himalayan Salts among others. These lamps are considered to be mood-alleviators through their natural qualities and are known to create a warm, inviting atmosphere in the spaces they are used in. Shop a range of antique and vintage stone lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is an atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The atomic lamp was a favorite mid-century modern design. The lamp took on characteristics of the molecular composition of the atom, and were found in a variety of shapes, materials and colors. You’ll find a variety of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an ambient lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021An ambient lamp can be used to light up a certain room uniformly. Shop for antique and vintage ambient lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is an Akari lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Part art and part light source, Akari lamps were created by Isamu Noguchi in 1951. These lamps use traditional methods for Japanese Gifu lanterns with handmade paper being stretched over bamboo and illuminated from the inside. Shop a collection of Akari lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the harp of a lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The harp of a lamp is a metal structure that connects the shade to the base of the lamp. Once the shade is on, you can't see the harp.
- What is a TV lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021TV lamps were first used in the 1950s and were small figure lamps designed to look like animals, people, or other objects. The general idea was that TV lamps could protect a person from damaging their eyes from watching too much TV by diffusing the light.
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Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
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