An assortment of 1920s reverse painted table lamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
glass,
metal and
bronze, all 1920s reverse painted table lamps available were constructed with great care. 1920s reverse painted table lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of 1920s reverse painted table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs,
Arts and Crafts,
Art Nouveau and
Art Deco 1920s reverse painted table lamps are of considerable interest. 1920s reverse painted table lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by
Pairpoint Glassworks,
Phoenix and
Jefferson Electric Co. are consistently popular.
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.