$320Sale Price|57% Off
H 23 in W 14 in D 8.5 in
Robert Dudley Best BL1 Adjustable Table Lamp, Chrome Bauhaus Design
By Robert Dudley Best
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Model dates to 2006, original design is from the 1930's. Switch on Line.
Chrome, Metal
Vintage Aegitna Vallauris Ceramic Vase, Honey Yellow, France, 1930s- 1950s
By Aegitna Vallauris
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vallauris, a small, old, picturesque town in the South of France, has rich history of ceramic production; by 1870s there were almost 50 ceramic factories in the area, manufacturing e...
Ceramic, Faience, Majolica, Pottery, Stoneware
$3,079
H 14.97 in W 17.33 in D 9.85 in
Art Déco table lamp by Eileen Gray. Manufacturer Jumo. France 1930s.
By Eileen Gray
Located in Köln, NW
Cast iron base Original condition of the 1930s. Original switch No dents in the shade or base.
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
$38,251
H 22.45 in Dm 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen Early Pat. Appl. "PH-Lamp" Table Lamp in Chromed Brass, 1927
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
These single layered glass shades are extremely rare as they went out of production in the mid 1930s when LP switched to two-layered glass shades.
Brass
Desk Tablelamp Christian Dell for Kaiser
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Design by Christian Dell for Idell Kaiser Germany, circa 1930s. Original condition, the switch has been replaced and rewiring.
Enamel
Closing SALE - Eight Wall Sconces USA 1930's with original Switchers
Located in Berlin, DE
Wonderful find from a mansion in San Francisco. 8 wall sconces, rechromed. 1 switcher does not work. Reduced from 600 $
Large 1930s Electrical Switch from Pinewood Studios Power Station
Located in London, GB
A large electrical switch reclaimed from the former power station at Pinewood studios, constructed in the 1930s.
Unavailable
H 4.5 in Dm 5 in
Machine Age Art Deco Skyscraper Saturn Ringed Lamps / Night Lights, Set of Three
Located in Dallas, TX
Nessen - like. Original bakelite switch, circa 1930s. Measures: 4.5" tall (without bulb), 5" diameter base All are currently functional with normal vintage wear from age / use.
Copper, Chrome
Sold
H 20.48 in W 9.26 in D 8.86 in
Original circa 1930s Erpe Bankers Lamp with Three Step Base and Original Switch
By Erpé
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely vintage circa 1930s Erpe bankers lamp with three step base and original depression switch This is one of the coolest and most iconic lamps ev...
Steel
Bauhaus Table Table by Escolux, circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Bauhaus table table by Escolux Circa 1930s. - On/Off switch on the base - Curved adjustable arm - Adjustable shade - Marked "Escolux" on the shade - Takes E27 fitting bulbs -...
Steel
Bauhaus Table Table by Escolux, Circa 1930s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Bauhaus table table by Escolux Circa 1930s - On/Off switch on the base - Curved adjustable arm - Adjustable shade - Marked "Escolux" on the shade - Takes E27 fitting bulbs - ...
Steel
Wall-Mounted Task Lamp by Maxlume, circa 1930s
By Maxlume
Located in Gloucester, GB
Wall-mounted task lamp by Maxlume, circa 1930s - Original switch - Vitreous green enamel shade - Original Maxlume label - Takes B22 fitting bulbs - English ~ 1930s - Shade m...
Clamp on Industrial Task Lamp by Schaco, circa 1930s
By Schaco
Located in Gloucester, GB
Clamp on industrial task lamp by Schaco, circa 1930s. - Original porcelain switch - Articulated arms - Steel shade - By Schanzenbach & Co, Frankfurt - German ~ 1930s - Measur...
Steel
Clamp on Industrial Task Lamp by Schaco, circa 1930s
By Schaco
Located in Gloucester, GB
Clamp on industrial task lamp by Schaco, circa 1930s. - Original porcelain switch - Articulated arms - Steel shade - By Schanzenbach & Co, Frankfurt - German, 1930s - Measure...
Steel
Vintage Industrial Chrome Work Light by AGI, 1930s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
To be used with a regular E27 light bulb. Original Bakelite switch still intact. 1930s, Belgium Dimensions: Height (adjustable) fully extended it can hit about 100 cm/40" ...
Chrome
Vintage Industrial Chrome Work Light by AGI, 1930s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
To be used with a regular E27 light bulb. Original Bakelite switch still intact. 1930s, Belgium Dimensions: Height (adjustable) fully extended it can hit about 100 cm/40" Diameter...
Chrome
Sold
H 18.9 in Dm 14.57 in
Niels Rasmussen Thykier, Early Table Lamp, Brass, Waxed paper, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
Designed by Niels Rasmussen Thykier for Fog & Mørup, Denmark, 1930s. Features a break-through switch typical to early production examples.
Brass
Vintage French Brass Candlestick Lamp with Frosted Flame Shade
Located in New Orleans, LA
A vintage French brass candlestick lamp with beautiful, hand made frosted flame shade and in-line switch, c. 1930’s. Lovely in your library, entryway, living room, dining room or any...
Brass
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 13 in
Birmingham Guild of Handicraft No. 7 Lamp Attributed To Arthur Dixon, Circa 1893
By Birmingham Guild of Handicraft Ltd. 1
Located in London, GB
The lamp is in very good antique condition the lamp is fully original apart from the bulb holder which appears to be 1930's and the cabling and switch which we have had rewired.
Brass
20th Century American Art Deco Pair of Chrome Table Lamps, c.1930
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Each lamp has two bulbs and a chain pull switch, c.1930s Condition In great condition - wear and tear consistent with age.
Chrome
Charming French Table Lamp by Ezan
By Ezan
Located in Paris, FR
Its reclining, France, circa 1930s. Zeppelin style switch.Very good general condition.
Brass
Seven Zodiac Relief Signs, Artificial Stone, C. 1940
Located in Stockholm, SE
After Östlund studied for a year at the Royal Academy of Arts in Stockholm, he debuted with a solo exhibition in Gävle in 1924, which was followed by a solo exhibition in 1926 where ...
Cast Stone
Sold
H 63.78 in Dm 11.62 in
Vintage circa 1930s Freestanding Art Deco Floor Lamp with Bakelite Switches
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1930s Art Deco floor standing lamp with original bakelite switches A very good looking well made and decorative floor lamp, ...
Bakelite
French Art Deco Copper Brass Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Paris, FR
The brass stem is composed of metalwork details and the base shows flower details with a toggle light switch. France, circa 1930s. Spirit Gallery is an exhibition space and an onlin...
Brass, Copper
Unique Large Bauhaus Chandelier by Franta Anyz, 1930s
By Franta (Frantisek) Anýž
Located in Praha, CZ
This large very rare Bauhaus chandelier with extraordinary shape was designed by Franta Anyz for IAS in 1930s. With two ways switch upper or lower bulbs could be turned on.
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Early Stoneware Vase by Arne Bang for Holmegaard Stentoj, Denmark, 1930s
By Arne Bang, Holmegaard
Located in Malmö, SE
Marked "HG" for Holmegaard (in the early 1930s Arne Bang switched to using the "AB" monogram), and model number "71".
Ceramic, Stoneware
Articulated Konduktørlampe by Vilhelm Lauritzen, Denmark, 1930s
By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Berkhamsted, GB
Konduktørlampe by Vilhelm Lauritzen made for DSB by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, 1930s. Bakelite switch and articulated chrome joints.
Steel, Chrome
Pair of Cylindrical Glass Wall Sconces, German, 1930s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of blackened metal wall sconces, looped arms holding a cylindrical opaque glass element, original switches, German, 1930s. Measures: Length 12 1/4 in, height 4 1/4 in, depth 5 in.
Metal
Art Deco Machine Age Streamline Chrome Table Lamp, circa 1930s
By Markel Corporation
Located in Denver, CO
Exceptional Art Deco streamline chrome table lamp, circa 1930s. Beautiful from every angle. Switch is a pull chain.
Chrome
Signed Hagenauer Giraffe Form Table Lamp
Located in Southfield, MI
Original European base switch is missing, as it was converted for US wiring in the 1930's with a socket switch as shown in photos.
Art Deco Crystal Floor Lamp, 1930
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Interesting hexagonal base. Original bakelite switch. France 1930's.
Industrial machinists work light.
Located in Llandudno, Conwy
Rewired and fitted with a in line switch. 1930s.
Metal
Cupid God of Love Angel Art Nouveau Lamp by Auguste Moreau
By Auguste Moreau
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Lamp works. Three way switch, circa 1930s. Shade measures: 15" W x 18" H.
Early Poul Henningsen Copper Table Lamp, 1930s
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Mid-century Modern design This is the iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 4/3) table lamp with original copper shades. Stand, switch and socket house of bro...
Copper
On Hold|$3,517 / set
H 24.02 in Dm 15.75 in
Art Deco Stoneware Table Lamps by Michael Andersen & Sons, Denmark, 1940s
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Odense, DK
Rare set of Danish Art Deco table lamps made by Michael Andersen & Sons in the 1940s. The lamp bases are made from stoneware with a grey / purple craquelé "Persia" glazing. The lamps...
Stoneware
$10,500
H 56.5 in Dm 13.25 in
Poul Henningsen, Floor Lamp, Nickel, Bakelite, Metal, Iron, Denmark, 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
A nickel, bakelite, red-lacquered metal and black-lacquered iron floor lamp designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen, Denmark, c. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp with Sha...
Metal, Iron, Nickel
Eileen Gray Jumo Desk Lamp
By Eileen Gray, Maison Jumo
Located in Vienna, AT
This desk lamp was designed by Eileen Gray and manufactured by Jumo, France in 1930s. A brass construction, features a gunmetal effect on the adjustable shade. The lamp remains in...
Brass
$58,621
H 21.26 in W 74.81 in D 28.75 in
Daybed in Rosewood, Nylon Strings and Black Leather by Helge Vestergaard Jensen
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Daybed in Rosewood, Nylon Strings and Black Leather by Helge Vestergaard Jense Additional Information: Material: Rosewood, nylon strings and black leather Style: Mid century, Scandi...
Rosewood, Leather, Nylon
Rare ´Millionaire´ Poul Henningsen Table Lamp, Denmark 1930s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen - Mid-Century Modern Design A beautiful 5/ 3 'Millionaire' table lamp by Poul Henningsen (1894-1967). The lamp is rare due to its size and age - ...
Brass, Copper
$58,621
H 18.9 in Dm 19.69 in
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Ceiling Lamp in Copper and Nickel Plated Steel by Poul Henningsen, 1920's Additional Information: Material: Copper, nickel plated steel Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Rare ceiling...
Copper, Steel
$5,447
H 18.9 in Dm 14.97 in
Art Deco Stoneware Table Lamp "Model 173", Arne Bang, Own Studio, Denmark, 1930s
By Arne Bang
Located in Odense, DK
Fluted stoneware table lamp in dark brown / red glazing by Arne Bang. Made at his own studio in the 1930s. Model 173. Signed with artist initials "AB" at bottom. Mounted with vintage...
Stoneware
Poul Henningsen Ph 4/3 Table Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
The fixture is designed based on the principle of a reflective three-shade system, which directs the majority of the light downwards. The shades are made of metal and painted white t...
Chrome
1930s Art Deco Uplight Floor Lamp Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen
By Louis Poulsen
Located in Odense, DK
Sculptural uplight "Bridgelampe" floor lamp made by manufacturer Louis Poulsen in the 1930s. The lamp is made from lacquered and browned iron and is found in the 1936 catalogue along...
Iron
Early Poul Henningsen Pat. Appl. PH 3.5/2 table lamp, 1927
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare early ’PH 3,5/2 table lamp’ with patinated browned brass frame and original red/golden copper shades. Designed 1926 and made at Louis Poulsen, 1927-1928. Stamped ‘PAT.APPL.’ Th...
Brass, Copper
$1,081
H 16.15 in W 17.33 in D 5.91 in
Eileen Gray No.71 Desk Lamp by Jumo, Chrome & Metal, France, 1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Eileen Gray No.71 Lamp by Jumo. This lamp showcases the minimalist, functional elegance typical of Gray. Sleek lines and adjustable elements reflecting her modernist approach blendin...
Chrome, Sheet Metal
$14,772
H 17.33 in Dm 11.42 in
Poul Henningsen 3/2 Table Lamp, PATENDED, Copper and Amber Light Shades
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen & Louis Poulsen, Scandinavian Modern The iconic Poul Henningsen (PH 3/2) table lamp with shades in amber glass. Stand and socket house of browned brass. Bakelite sw...
Copper
$14,772
H 66.54 in Dm 16.54 in
Large Ceramic Floor Lamp by Rigmor Nielsen for Søholm, 1960s, Danish Modern
By Søholm Stentøj, Rigmor Nielsen
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning hand painted floor lamp from the 1960s by Danish artist Rigmor Nielsen at Søholm ceramics workshop, Bornholm. The floral pattern in shades of brown on this lamp is simply am...
Brass
$4,085
H 17.72 in Dm 13 in
Mid Century Modern Scandinavian PH 3½-2½ Copper Table Lamp, Limited Edition
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Poul Henningsen. Table lamp, 'PH 3½-2½ Kobber Bord' - Limited Edition from 2014. Glossy polished copper stem. Solid copper upper shade. Opal glass middle and lower shades. H. 45 cm. ...
Opal, Copper
$5,802
H 24.02 in Dm 17.72 in
Danish Modern "PH5" Table Lamp Poul Henningsen PH-lamp by Louis Poulsen, 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Odense, DK
Rare PH5 table lamp made in the 1960s at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen. Design by Poul Henningsen (PH) as part of his world famous PH-lamp system. Beautifully patinated brass and origina...
Aluminum, Brass
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