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How does a table lamp work?
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How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
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Shop for Table Lamps on 1stDibs
1980s Modern Sculpted Form Brass Table Lamp by Chapman Manufacturing
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale modern sculpted brass table lamp and shade by Chapman. It is in working order and bears the maker’s mark. Minor age wear.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture 1A Table Lamp in Yellow and White
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage model 1A light sculpture designed by Isamu Noguchi
Manufactured by Ozeki and Co
Designed in 1954
Akari-Gemini edition circa 1980's
Washi paper and bamboo shade with modernis...
Category
20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Diminutive Mid Century Table or Boudoir Lamp with Original Parchment Shade 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century table lamp with glass and wood base, and original parchment shade. The glass has a white ground with gold thread wandering line decoration. The lamp is in good, original,...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Ceramic, Acrylic, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-glazed ceramic, brass and beige acrylic band table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Minor dark stains to shade. Dramatic patina; wear consistent with age and ...
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern National Lighting Brushed Brass Mushroom UFO Lamp 21"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid 20th century brushed brass two light table / desk lamp featuring sleek, classic mid century modern styling with round base and tapered column leading up to a flat topped mushroom...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$228 Sale Price
20% Off
Stilnovo Table Lamp, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo table lamp from the 1950s. Marble base with two intertwining brass arms and shades lacquered in red and off-white. Nice original condition with some patina. Two origina...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
