$320Sale Price|57% Off
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.
Metal, Chrome
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
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
Mid-Century Brass Table Lamp with Art Deco Opaline Flame Shade, 1940s
Located in Nottingham, GB
Period details include the original brass B22 bayonet bulb holder, brass gallery with locking bolts, rare 1930s brown Bakelite pear-form inline switch and three-round-pin white Bakel...
Brass
Edwardian Gilt Brass Cherub Musician Lamp with Cranberry Glass, c.1910
Located in Nottingham, GB
The lamp retains its original brass B22 bayonet-fit bulb holder, a 1930s ivory Bakelite inline switch and period white Bakelite three-round-pin MK plug.
Brass
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" Diameter...
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" ...
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 Östermalm, Stockholms län
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 Holmegaard, Arne Bang
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.
Danish Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1920s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1920s. Lovely and elegant table lamp base in cast brass with E27 socket. Rewired and fitted with European plug. Clip on shade is NOT included. He...
Brass
Danish Chrome and Metal Adjustable Table Lamp
By Maria Pergay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully designed, yet practical Danish table / task lamp composed of a chromed-metal stem / partial shade and a circular, black painted metal base and shade. Features a black met...
Chrome, Metal
Art Deco Bakelite Eileen Gray Table Lamp for Jumo, France 1940
By Maison Jumo
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Eileen Gray Table Lamp for Jumo rare orignal patinated lacquer, not repainted! rewired.
Metal
$2,272
H 12.21 in W 13.59 in D 6.11 in
Florian Schulz Mid-Century Vintage Modernist Chrome 1990s Adjustable Table Lamp
By Florian Schulz
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern vintage German table lamp or desk lamp model 'Cervantes' designed by Florian Schulz in the 1970s. This lamp was made circa 1990s and was produced by Reim...
Metal, Chrome
Art Deco Table Lamp, French Brass Torchière Design, Circa 1930, 150W
Located in Beirut, LB
French Art Deco “Torchière” table lamp. Trumpet shaped in gold brass metal color, including double banded brass metal rings motif design. Having one candelabra socket of 150 Watts....
Metal
$1,478
H 15.75 in W 17.33 in D 9.85 in
Vintage Industrial Modernist 'Model 71' Eileen Gray Jumo Desk Lamp c.1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in London, GB
A well proportioned 'Model 71' desk lamp designed by Elieen Gray for Jumo. c.1930. Ahead of its time in terms of design - constructed from tubular steel with the original gold paint...
Steel
$1,351
H 18.9 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Large Iconic Bakelite Desk Table Lamp by Eileen Gray, France, C1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Designed by Eileen Gray for the French Jumo company and dating to the 1930's this very stylish lamp is made from two primary components which are bakelite and metal. Superb over size...
Metal
$595
H 16.5 in W 11.75 in D 23.5 in
Bauhaus Style Hala Chrome and White Enameled Model '144' Table Lamp
By Hala Zeist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century white enameled ' Model 144' table lamp by pioneering post-war lighting manufacturer Hala, Netherlands . This handsomely designed, Bauhaus-influenced light is outfit...
Metal, Aluminum
Yellow Stoneware Vase by Erich and Ingrid Triller for Tobo, Sweden, 1950s
By Tobo, Erich and Ingrid Triller
Located in Malmö, SE
Beautiful stoneware vase made by master ceramists Erich and Ingrid Triller. This piece was created at their workshop in Tobo, Sweden, 1950’s. Excellent condition. Signed on the base...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,066
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
Midcentury Vintage Yellow Small Vase, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Vintage glass in very good condition. The vase looks like it has just been taken out of the box. No jags, defects etc. Only one unique piece.
Glass
$2,383
H 24.41 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
1840s French Bronze Ecclesiastical Table Lamp with Flame Glass Shade
Located in Nottingham, GB
An impressive 19th-century French ecclesiastical table lamp dating to the 1840s, combining richly worked bronze and bronzed brass with a dramatic hand-moulded flame-form glass shade....
Brass, Bronze
$1,208
H 18.9 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Iconic Large Bakelite Desk Table Lamp by Eileen Gray, France, C1930
By Eileen Gray
Located in Devon, England
Designed by Eileen Gray for the French Jumo company and dating to the 1930's this very stylish lamp is made from two primary components which are bakelite and metal. Superb mushroom ...
Metal
Kähler, Denmark. Ceramic vase with glaze in yellow and orange tones. 1930s
Located in København, Copenhagen
Kähler, yellow glazed vase. Elegant vase in glazed earthenware with a softly tapering form and slightly flared rim. Executed in a light yellow glaze with warm orange tones and fine v...
Ceramic
$1,102
H 18.12 in W 13 in D 4.34 in
French Design Wood Texture Metal Large Desk Lamp by Eileen Gray, 1950s, France
By Eileen Gray
Located in Hagenbach, DE
French Design Wood Texture Metal Large Desk Lamp by Eileen Gray, 1950s, France *Adjustable shade Lampshade is in good condition and very clean. This lamp works with 2x French B22 l...
Metal
$416Sale Price|30% Off
H 20.3 in W 7.8 in D 7.8 in
Mid-Century German Ceramic Vase, Mustard Yellow, W. Germany, 1960
Located in High Point, NC
This 1960s German ceramic vase exemplifies the bold, textured style of mid-century “W. Germany” pottery, often referred to as Fat Lava ceramics. Finished in a rich mustard-yellow gla...
Ceramic
Art Deco Desk Lamp by Eileen Gray
By Eileen Gray, Maison Jumo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic desk lamp has its original pastel blue finish. We have rewired and refurbished the lamp with US sockets and new wiring. The lamp offers a versatile lighting source since ...
Steel
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
$1,984Sale Price|40% Off
H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 8.27 in
BL1 Desk Lamp by Bestlite in Chrome and Black Enamel, by Robert Dudley Best
By Bestlite, Robert Dudley Best
Located in London, GB
A rare original BL1 desk lamp by Bestlite, with original chrome switch to the neck, adjustable swan neck arm and black enamel shade. The origin of the Bestlite BL1 Table Lamp has ...
Enamel, Chrome
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