What is a softback lamp shade?

A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.

What is a mica lamp shade?

Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What color should my lamp shades be?

The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.

What did brides wear in the 1930s?

What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.

How do you identify 1930s furniture?

To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.

Did they have record players in the 1930s?

Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.

Can you paint a glass lamp shade?

Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.

Why do banker’s lamps have green shades?

Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What did phones look like in the 1930s?

In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.

What size should a shade be for a 22-inch lamp?

For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.

What color lamp shade goes with brass?

White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.

What are the different types of lamp shade fittings?

There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.

How can I make a DIY capiz shell lamp shade?

Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.

1930s Lamp Shade

Service De Table

1930s Art Deco Furniture

Bakelite Lamp

Bauhaus Desk Lamp

Pair Of Delft Table Lamps

Vintage Iron Floor Lamp

Art Deco Glass Shade

1930s Lampshade

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art deco table lamp with a marbled glass shade, 1930's

H 15.36 in Dm 5.12 in

Old Version Johan Petterson Triplex Lamp with Green Shade, Sweden, 1930's

By Triplex

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Old version floor- or wall lamp by Petter Johansson for Triplex with green shade , beautifully

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Old Version Johan Petterson Triplex Lamp with Green Shade, Sweden, 1930's

H 11.82 in W 118.12 in D 11.82 in

Chrome Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade, 1930s

By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland

Located in Delft, NL

Chrome desk lamp with adjustable shade, 1930s The desk lamp is rewired The measurements are: 40

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Early 20th Century Dutch Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade, 1930s

H 15.75 in W 9.45 in D 7.88 in

Wabi sabi table lamp with raffia shade, Netherlands 1930s

By Hendrik Wouda, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina, Elmar Berkovich

Located in ECHT, NL

Hand made wabi sabi table lamp. Hand carved from solid wood. It has 4 "legs" that support a central

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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Raffia, Wood

Wabi sabi table lamp with raffia shade, Netherlands 1930s

H 21 in Dm 35 in

Art Deco Vintage Oak Geometric Table Lamp Berries Lamp Shade, 1930s Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage table lamp from brown stained oak geometric like base and brass trim 1930s Austria

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Vintage Oak Geometric Table Lamp Berries Lamp Shade, 1930s Austria

H 18.31 in Dm 11.82 in

Bauhaus Table Lamp with Flexible Shade, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of metal Fully functional Original condition.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bauhaus Table Lamp with Flexible Shade, 1930s

H 7.88 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Bauhaus Table Lamp with Flexible Shade, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of brass Fully functional Original condition.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Table Lamp with Flexible Shade, 1930s

H 8.27 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

1930s Hammered Iron Floor Lamp with Large Plastic Shade

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Large and imposing hammered-iron floor lamp, of elegant and unusual design. Fitted with a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

1930s Hammered Iron Floor Lamp with Large Plastic Shade

H 84.65 in Dm 27.56 in

Art Deco Table or Bedside Lamp with Adjustable Shade, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

Tiny nickel-plated table or bedside lamp. Polished, rewired: 40W, E25-E27 bulb US plug adapter

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Art Deco Table or Bedside Lamp with Adjustable Shade, 1930s

H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in

Harald Notini Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, Rattan Shade, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, Harald Notini

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare floor lamp was designed by Harald Notini in the early 1930s and produced as model number

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Harald Notini Wrought Iron Floor Lamp, Rattan Shade, Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1930s

H 61.42 in W 19.3 in D 27.17 in

Art Deco Vintage Brass Copper Table Lamp Pink Shade 1930s Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage table lamp from copper and brass in geometric shape Vienna 1930s. An elegant

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Art Deco Vintage Brass Copper Table Lamp Pink Shade 1930s Vienna

H 23.63 in Dm 11.82 in

Art Deco "Skyscraper" Chrome Table Lamp with Starburst Splatter Shade, 1930s

Located in Bainbridge, NY

shade. Featuring a stepped skyscraper column, 1930s white glass starburst splatter shade with screw

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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Art Deco "Skyscraper" Chrome Table Lamp with Starburst Splatter Shade, 1930s

H 19 in Dm 7 in

Brass Art Deco Vintage Opal Glass Lamp Shade Geometric, 1930s, Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

shades have no damage. Three screws hold each lamp shade at the base for an easy handling for changing

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Art Deco Vintage Opal Glass Lamp Shade Geometric, 1930s, Vienna

H 16.15 in Dm 6.5 in

Just Andersen table lamp in tin with vintage lamps shade of raw silk. 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in København K, 84

The Just Andersen Art Deco table lamp, model 2610, including lamp shade exemplifies the

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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Pewter

Just Andersen table lamp in tin with vintage lamps shade of raw silk. 1930s

H 14.18 in Dm 4.73 in

Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s Original condition The fabric shade is

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Bakelite

Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s

H 18.9 in Dm 6.7 in

Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Bakelite table lamp vienna with fabric shade around 1930s. Original condition. Only the fabric

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bakelite Table Lamp Vienna with Fabric Shade Around 1930s

H 18.51 in Dm 6.7 in

Art Deco Patinated Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with Stained Glass Shade, 1930s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Art Deco floor lamp.Striking French design from the 1930s. Original patinated

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Patinated Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with Stained Glass Shade, 1930s

H 63.19 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in

Swedish 1930s Art Deco Floor Lamp in Patinated Elm & William Morris Shade

Located in Odense, DK

Beautiful 1940s Swedish Art Deco floor lamp in solid patinated elm tree mounted with a pleated

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Elm

Swedish 1930s Art Deco Floor Lamp in Patinated Elm & William Morris Shade

H 60.63 in W 29.53 in D 15.75 in

French 1930s Quimper Vase Table Lamp with Linen Shade

By Henriot Quimper

Located in New Orleans, LA

mounted as a table lamp with a trimmed linen shade ready for your favorite living room, bedroom or study

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Faience

French 1930s Quimper Vase Table Lamp with Linen Shade

H 23 in Dm 13 in

Art Deco Table Lamp in Birdseye Maple with Ivory Colored Shade, Austria, 1930s

Located in The Hague, NL

This striking Art Deco table lamp was produced in Austria in the late 1930s. The design is marked

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Maple

Art Deco Table Lamp in Birdseye Maple with Ivory Colored Shade, Austria, 1930s

H 20.08 in Dm 9.85 in

Art Deco Table Lamp With Mother Of Pearl Inlay And Pleated Shade, 1930s

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco table lamp with inlaid mother of pearl marquetry. Professionally rewired and fitted

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Art Deco Table Lamp With Mother Of Pearl Inlay And Pleated Shade, 1930s

H 13.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Art Deco table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s Polished and stove enameled The shade is

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s

H 22.84 in Dm 10.63 in

Antique French Bouillotte Bronze and Painted Tole Shade Table Lamp, Circa 1930s

Located in Germantown, MD

Great quality antique bronze base with three lights. Great looking red Tole shade with hand

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Antique French Bouillotte Bronze and Painted Tole Shade Table Lamp, Circa 1930s

H 27 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Christian Dell for Kaiser "Idell" Black Table Lamp with Wide Black Shade, 1930s

By Christian Dell, Kaiser Idell

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Christian Dell "Idell" Kaiser adjustable Table Lamp with Black Metal Shade. Bedside Lamp. Desk Lamp

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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Christian Dell for Kaiser "Idell" Black Table Lamp with Wide Black Shade, 1930s

H 18.25 in Dm 7 in

Remarkable dual-shade Table Lamp by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

A dual-shade table lamp designed by Just Andersen in 1937. A rare exquisite piece for beautiful

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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Remarkable dual-shade Table Lamp by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

H 14.18 in W 18.9 in D 7.88 in

John Vassos for Wirecraft Nickel Plate Table Lamp with Woven Wire Shade 1930s

By Wirecraft, John Vassos

Located in Bainbridge, NY

1930. Detailed woven Nickel and Wire stem, round Nickel base, woven wire shade and Art Deco finial

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wire, Nickel

John Vassos for Wirecraft Nickel Plate Table Lamp with Woven Wire Shade 1930s

H 19.5 in Dm 8 in

Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp with Fabric Shade Vienna, circa 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco ceramic table lamp with fabric shade vienna, circa 1930s Brass parts polished and stove

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Ceramic Table Lamp with Fabric Shade Vienna, circa 1930s

H 20.08 in Dm 10.63 in

Floor Lamp Vienna circa 1930s Wrought Iron 'Painted' with Original Shade

Located in Wien, AT

Floor lamp Vienna circa 1930s wrought iron (painted) with original shade.

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Floor Lamp Vienna circa 1930s Wrought Iron 'Painted' with Original Shade

H 78.75 in Dm 24.41 in

Danish Art Deco Floor Lamp 1930s of Crome Metal and Dark Wood with New Shade

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish Art Deco floor lamp from the 1930s made of chromium-plated metal and lamp foot of wood with

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Danish Art Deco Floor Lamp 1930s of Crome Metal and Dark Wood with New Shade

H 59.06 in Dm 15.75 in

Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Table Lamp in Disco Metal with Shade, 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish Art Deco table lamp from Just Andersen (1884-1943) made in the 1930s. It is in a very good

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Table Lamp in Disco Metal with Shade, 1930s

H 18.12 in Dm 10.24 in

Royal Delft White Table Lamp (1930s) New William Morris Severn Shade

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

today with limited production. Please note, the lamp is fully wired for use in the U.S. Additionally

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft White Table Lamp (1930s) New William Morris Severn Shade

H 24.41 in Dm 11.03 in

Big art deco wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s

Located in Wien, AT

Big art deco wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s Partly nickel plated Wood

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Big art deco wood table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1930s

H 22.45 in Dm 10.63 in

Art Nouveau Lamp in Wrought Iron with Glass Shade Scailmont Belgium 1930s

By Scailmont

Located in Verviers, BE

The 1930s, Brlgium A wonderful Belgium Art Nouveau lamp. The stands are handmade in wrought iron

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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Lamp in Wrought Iron with Glass Shade Scailmont Belgium 1930s

H 15.36 in Dm 10.24 in

Art Nouveau Lamp in Wrought Iron with Glass Shade Scailmont Belgium 1930s

By Scailmont

Located in Verviers, BE

The 1930s, Brlgium A wonderful Belgium Art Nouveau lamp. The stands are handmade in wrought iron

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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Nouveau Lamp in Wrought Iron with Glass Shade Scailmont Belgium 1930s

H 13.39 in Dm 7.49 in

Art Deco Table / Desk Lamp with Fixed Tilted Black Lacquered Shade 1930s

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

shade. This Table Lamp is a perfect statement piece for mid-century, Art Deco, or modern interiors. All

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Table / Desk Lamp with Fixed Tilted Black Lacquered Shade 1930s

H 11.82 in Dm 9.85 in

Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Table Lamp of Disco Metal with New Shade, 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish Art Deco table lamp from Just Andersen (1884-1943) made in the 1930s. It is in very good

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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Danish Art Deco Just Andersen Table Lamp of Disco Metal with New Shade, 1930s

H 18.12 in Dm 10.24 in

Club Health Products Handled Nickel Floor Lamp with Copper Lined Shade, 1930s

By Club Health Products

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Club Health Products Nickel Plate Adjustable Counterbalance Spa Floor Lamp with Copper lined Shade

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper, Steel, Nickel

Club Health Products Handled Nickel Floor Lamp with Copper Lined Shade, 1930s

H 60 in Dm 10 in

Royal Delft White Table Lamp (1930s-1976) with New Liberty London Shade

By Royal Delft, Liberty of London

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

lamp is fully wired for use in the U.S. Additionally, the listed height includes the lampshade. We also

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft White Table Lamp (1930s-1976) with New Liberty London Shade

H 16.54 in Dm 8.67 in

Tall Yasha Heifetz Abstract Flora Brass Table Lamp with Parchment Shade, 1930s

By Yasha Heifetz

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Art Deco Era Yasha Heifetz sculpted Botanical Brass and Wood Table Lamp. Featuring

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tall Yasha Heifetz Abstract Flora Brass Table Lamp with Parchment Shade, 1930s

H 37 in Dm 10 in

Industrial Flexible Table Lamp, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

1930s flexible industrial table lamp. Shade made of bakelite. Restored, rewired 1x60W, E25-E27

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Vintage 1930s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Industrial Flexible Table Lamp, 1930s

H 21.26 in W 6.3 in D 16.93 in

2x Art Deco Table Lamps vienna around 1930s wood polished and fabric shade

Located in Wien, AT

2x Art Deco wood Table Lamps vienna around 1930s and fabric shade Nickel plated parts Wood

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

2x Art Deco Table Lamps vienna around 1930s wood polished and fabric shade

H 11.82 in Dm 5.52 in

Royal Delft Delfts Wit Table Lamp (1930s) with New House of Hackney Shade

By Royal Delft, House of Hackney

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Meticulously handcrafted by Amitābha Studio in Amsterdam, Alcea is a unique table lamp that

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft Delfts Wit Table Lamp (1930s) with New House of Hackney Shade

H 27.56 in Dm 16.93 in

Royal Delft White 1930s Table Lamp, New Liberty of London Arts & Crafts Shade

By Royal Delft

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

original vase in any way. Please note, the lamp is fully wired for use in the U.S. Additionally, the

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Royal Delft White 1930s Table Lamp, New Liberty of London Arts & Crafts Shade

H 15.75 in Dm 11.03 in

Karl Wiedmann Art Deco WMF Table Lamp in Art Glass with Original Shade 1930s

By Karl Wiedmann, WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik

Located in Tilburg, NL

Karl Wiedmann Art Deco WMF Table Lamp in Art Glass with Original Shade, Germany, 1930s. Wonderful

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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Art Glass

Karl Wiedmann Art Deco WMF Table Lamp in Art Glass with Original Shade 1930s

H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A birch and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Birch

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 67.25 in Dm 22.5 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Rattan, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable metal and rattan floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Rattan, Denmark, 1930s

H 72.8 in Dm 19.5 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 62“ H x 19“ W x 23“ D Bulb Specifications: E

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Vintage 1930s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

H 62 in W 19 in D 23 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A painted brass and pink paper floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Denmark, 1930s

H 65.5 in W 14.75 in D 23 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable brass and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

H 74 in Dm 16.5 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and beige paper floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1930s

H 62.8 in Dm 14 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable brass and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 60.375 in W 13 in D 23 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Bronze, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable bronze and fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Bronze, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s

H 60.25 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood and off-white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 64.9 in Dm 18.75 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A white-painted iron and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 59.5 in W 20 in D 18 in

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Bronze, Paper, Denmark, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A bronze and paper floor lamp designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Bronze, Paper, Denmark, 1930s

H 61.75 in W 14.625 in D 27.25 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Paper, Sweden, 1930s

H 58.25 in W 13 in D 23 in

Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

By Jerk Werkmaster, Nittsjo

Located in High Point, NC

Nittsjö, Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15.3” H x 11.5” Diameter Bulb

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 15.3 in Dm 11.5 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A black-painted iron and floral-printed fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Iron, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 58.25 in W 17 in D 21 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 54.875 in Dm 28.875 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable brass and beige fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

H 55.75 in W 27.5 in D 13 in

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1930s Lamp Shade For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1930s lamp shade you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and chrome, every 1930s lamp shade was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1930s lamp shade, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1930s lamp shade, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1930s lamp shade over the years, but those crafted by Scailmont, Royal Delft and Charles Schneider are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1930s Lamp Shade?

Prices for a 1930s lamp shade start at $209 and top out at $20,795 with the average selling for $1,750.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1930s Lamp Shade

What is a softback lamp shade?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
What is a mica lamp shade?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What color should my lamp shades be?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
What did brides wear in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
What brides wore in the 1930s varied. Some wore long flowing dresses made of satin or silk. Long sleeves were popular and designs often featured only minimal embellishments like appliqués and beading. Because many people faced difficult financial situations due to the Great Depression, brides also sometimes simply wore their best dresses on their wedding days. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage wedding dresses.
How do you identify 1930s furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
To identify 1930s furniture, first see if you can spot a maker's mark in hidden areas, such as the back, base, inside of drawers or under tabletops and seats. Trusted online resources can help you determine who produced your furniture based on these markings, and from there, you can research more to get a rough idea of how old your item is. A piece's characteristics can also be helpful when dating furniture. Many items made during the 1930s are examples of Art Deco furniture. Art Deco furniture is characterized by geometric patterns and luxurious materials, such as shagreen, marble, mother of pearl, mirrored glass, exotic animal hides and rare woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an expert opinion on when your piece was likely made. On 1stDibs, explore a range of 1930s furniture.
Did they have record players in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Yes, people had record players in the 1930s. In fact, record players began to become more common during the decade and continued to grow in popularity throughout the 1940s, 50s and 60s. Thomas Edison made the first phonograph record player in 1877. Shop a variety of record players on 1stDibs.
Can you paint a glass lamp shade?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
Why do banker’s lamps have green shades?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What did phones look like in the 1930s?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
In the 1930s, phones typically looked like rotary telephones. They had either a round or square base with a numbered dial that spun when you dialed and a handset receiver with both an earpiece and a mouthpiece. A cord connected the handset to the base. Find a variety of rotary phones on 1stDibs.
What size should a shade be for a 22-inch lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
What color lamp shade goes with brass?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.
What are the different types of lamp shade fittings?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
How can I make a DIY capiz shell lamp shade?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.

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