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How do you identify an antique electric lamp?
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To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Shop for Antique Electric Lamps on 1stDibs
Antique French Bronze Ormolu Ewer Vase Electric Lamp Maner Claude Michel Clodion
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Dublin, Ireland
converted to a single Electric Table Lamp of tall proportions and of outstanding quality, in the manner of
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century High Relief Cast Bronze Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Table Lamp
Located in Sofia, BG
Oil lamp mounted in electric lamp, brass decorated with a woman's head in a medallion,
France
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Candelabra Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Magnificent pair of Empire candelabra, gilt and patinated bronze, now turned into electric lamps.
Category
Antique Early 1800s French Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$8,500 / set
Famille Rose Export Porcelain Water Bottle Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Norton, MA
Famillie Rose Export porcelain lamp, China, 19th century, converted from a vase into an electric
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century French Andiron Lamps
Located in San Marino, CA
A pair of new electric lamps made from 19th Century andirons. The andirons are in an upswept shape
Category
Antique 1820s French Rococo Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$1,480 / set
20th-Century Table Lamp on Turned Wooden Base
Located in Opole, PL
20th-Century Table Lamp on Turned Wooden Base
We present you an electric lamp on a wooden base
Category
Early 20th Century European Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
$252 Sale Price
20% Off