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Finding the Right table-lamps for You
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a Tiffany lamp is real, flip it over to reveal the base and pull up the cap. If you see a dull gray ring, you likely have an authentic lamp. Real Tiffany pieces feature a lead ring. Replicas usually use brass, zinc, painted metal, wood or plastic instead of lead. Find a variety of expertly vetted Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
- Are Tiffany pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Tiffany pearls are usually real pearls. Tiffany & Co. uses white Japanese akoya pearls in most of their fine jewelry. A few pieces combine the pearls with diamonds and other gemstones. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Tiffany pearl jewelry.
- Is Tiffany & Co. real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, any gold jewelry used by Tiffany & Co. is real gold. Tiffany & Co. is a luxury jewelry brand and prides itself on high-quality materials and craftsmanship. Tiffany & Co. pieces are offered in gold, rose gold, platinum and sterling silver. Shop a selection of Tiffany & Co. pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Tiffany & Co. real silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tiffany & Co. only uses sterling silver to create their silver jewelry designs. With proper care, the sterling silver of your gorgeous piece will last from generation to generation. You can shop a collection of Tiffany & Co. jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tiffany & Co. can sometimes be authenticated through the packaging alone. A real Tiffany and Co. box will feature the right shade of the signature robin’s egg blue and be crafted with the utmost care. Browse a selection of Tiffany and Co. pieces on authorized sellers, such as 1stDibs.
- Does Tiffany sell real diamonds?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, Tiffany & Co. uses real diamonds in their jewelry. Specifically, the luxury jewelry maker only accepts high quality diamonds. Less than 1% of the world's diamonds meet minimum specifications for inclusion in Tiffany & Co. pieces. Shop a variety of Tiffany & Co. diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if a Tiffany vase is real, start by examining the mark found on the bottom of the piece. The style of the artist's mark varied over time. Early pieces often had a paper label, but most have the Tiffany name etched right into the glass. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted Tiffany vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To evaluate the authenticity of a Tiffany & Co. necklace, first check the overall quality of the piece. Tiffany & Co. is known for its immaculate craftsmanship and ultra-high-quality materials. If it’s 18k gold, it will be stamped with the number “750,” if it’s sterling silver, it’ll have a “925” stamp and if it’s platinum, it’ll have a “950” stamp. If the necklace has gemstones, they should be of high clarity and brilliance and perfectly and evenly set and matched. Shop a collection of authentic Tiffany & Co. pieces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your Arco lamp is a real original light fixture, first look for the logo. You will normally find the word "Flos" etched into the edge of the lamp casing. Also, closely examine the base. An authentic Arco has a genuine marble block on the bottom. Reproductions tend to use synthetic marble or painted ceramic. Find a variety of expertly vetted Arco lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To tell if a Tiffany & Co. bracelet is real, first check the overall quality of the piece. Tiffany is revered all over the world, and the storied American luxury house is known for its immaculate craftsmanship and use of high-quality materials. If the accessory is 18k gold, it will be stamped with the number “750.” If it’s sterling silver, it’ll have a “925” stamp, and if it’s platinum, it will feature a “950” stamp. If the bracelet is set with any gemstones, they should be of high clarity and brilliance and evenly set. Diamonds that are selected for use in authentic Tiffany jewelry uphold GIA grading standards. Experts recommend that you work with an appraiser or jewelry industry professional on matters such as determining the authenticity of a given piece. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Tiffany & Co. bracelets from some of the world’s best sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Tiffany & Co. uses real pearls in their jewelry. Tiffany & Co. uses a variety of authentic pearl types, including Japanese Akoya, Tahitian, Chinese Freshwater and South Sea pearls. Shop a wide range of pearl jewelry from Tiffany & Co. on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023You can tell if a Tiffany heart bracelet is real by looking for hallmarks along the inside of the accessory. You should likely see the name of the storied American luxury house embossed in its familiar font as well as an insignia that represents the purity of the metal. Tiffany is universally known for its exquisite craftsmanship, so an authentic Tiffany heart bracelet will also be demonstrative of the house’s commitment to quality. Additionally, every surface of an authentic Tiffany & Co. bracelet will be evenly polished, and the hardware will be neatly soldered closed. Note that Tiffany & Co. may work to update their authentication procedures from time to time, so it is best to check with an authorized Tiffany & Co. dealer on questions of this type. Shop a collection of Tiffany & Co.jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A genuine Tiffany lamp is quite expensive. It can cost anywhere between $4,000 to well over $1 million depending on how big it is and what year it was made.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Tiffany lamp costs between $4,000 to $1 million, on average. The most expensive Tiffany lamp sold at auction for $2.8 million. These lamps are so expensive because they are handmade and not mass produced.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes and no. Tiffany Lamps are still available, but they’re recreations of old designs and not new models. Tiffany & Co. split off from the lamps division a long time ago with Tiffany Studios taking on the lamp design and products. Tiffany Studios closed in 1930 and there are no new designs. Today you can still purchase new Tiffany Lamps based on the old designs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Tiffany Lamp pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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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