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Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of 1970s table lamps. Original condition.
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Late 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
H 31.11 in Dm 13 in
Mazzega, Venezia 1970s Table Lamp
By Mazzega
Located in Weesp, NL
Mazzega 1970s table lamp handblown in Murano, Venezia. The lamp is in great condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of French solid white glass 1970's table lamp
Located in Bronx, NY
French solid white glass 1970's table lamp.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

1970s Table Lamp with Methacrylate Lampshade and Metal Base
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Table Lamp with Methacrylate Lampshade and Metal Base
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Late 20th Century European Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Turned Teak Onion Shape Danish Mid Century Modern 1970s Table Lamp
By Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Turned Teak Onion Shape Danish Mid Century Modern 1970s Table Lamp MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Teak

Italian 1970s Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Steel triangle shaped table lamp with snake skin shade.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian 1970s Table Lamp
Italian 1970s Table Lamp
H 36 in Dm 20 in
1970s Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- partly copper finish and lacquered metal - minor signs of use - E26-E27bulb - US plug adapter free of charge.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel, Copper

1970s Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia
1970s Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia
H 16.15 in W 12.21 in D 7.88 in
1970s Table Lamp, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- New handmade paper lamp shade. - Glass parts. - Newly rewired.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Table Lamp, Italy
1970s Table Lamp, Italy
H 20.48 in Dm 14.18 in
1970s Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition - Re-polished - Fully functional.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

A 1970s table lamp in brutalist style, made of wood and brass - France.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A 1970s table lamp in brutalist style, made of solid walnut and brass. Featuring a cylindrical
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1970s curved table lamps. Plastic shade, metallic back. They sit flat on a table top.
Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
Pair of 1970s Table Lamps
H 17 in W 11.5 in D 7 in
Large Italian 1970s table lamp
Located in Palermo, PA
Exquisite large table lamp, crafted in Italy during the stylish 1970s, this lamp is a true
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Italian 1970s table lamp
Large Italian 1970s table lamp
H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
1970's Table Lamp by Drukov, Czechoslovakia
By Drukov
Located in Praha, CZ
Lovely vintage table lamp, produced by a company Drukov in the 1970's in former Czechoslovakia. All
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lucite and Chrome 1970s Table Lamp
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Highland, IN
This spectacular table lamp of Lucite and chrome has a powerful design that echos the Minimalist
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Lucite and Chrome 1970s Table Lamp
Lucite and Chrome 1970s Table Lamp
H 24 in W 15 in D 15 in
1970's Table Lamp by Willy Daro
By Willy Daro
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Table lamp of the 1970s by Willy Daro in bronze and nickel-plated brass. Semi-precious stone "agate
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Brass, Bronze, Nickel

1970's Table Lamp by Willy Daro
1970's Table Lamp by Willy Daro
H 24.41 in Dm 11.82 in
1970s Table lamp by Zukov, Czechoslovakia
By Zukov
Located in Praha, CZ
- cleaned polished and rewired -1x , E26-E27 bulbs - US wiring compatible
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Martinelli Luce 1970's Table Lamp Mod. 665
By Martinelli Luce
Located in Parma, IT
Martinelli Luce table lamp, produced in the 1970s. In chromed and painted metal, adjustable stem
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Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Martinelli Luce 1970's Table Lamp Mod. 665
Martinelli Luce 1970's Table Lamp Mod. 665
H 21.66 in W 7.09 in D 9.85 in
1970's Table Lamp in Luis Kalff Style
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage metal table lamp in the style of Luis Kalff. Bulb: 1 x E25-E27.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970's Table Lamp in Luis Kalff Style
1970's Table Lamp in Luis Kalff Style
H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 13.39 in
Three Tier Tubular Chrome 1970s Table Lamp
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Toronto, ON
Three tier tubular chrome table lamp from the 1970s. This table lamp features three tiers in
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970's Table Lamp / Lantern by Lidokov, Czechoslovkia
By Lidokov
Located in Praha, CZ
- Vintage table lamp made of glass and metal - produced by Lidokov in the former Czechoslovakia in
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Table Lamp by Kamenicky Senov , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Table lamp made by Kamenicky Senov in the 1970's, in former Czechoslovakia. Made of brass and glass
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

W. Luyckx Aluclair Belgian 1970s Table Lamp
By W. Luyckx 1, Aluclair
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Belgian sculptural 1970s chrome table lamp designed by W. Luyckx for Aluclair. Newly
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970s Table Lamp by Kamenicky Senov , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Cleaned and rewired - 1 x E26-E27 bulbs - US wiring compatible
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

1970s Table Lamp by Kamenicky Senov, Czechoslovakia
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
- US plug adapter included. - Good original condition with some signs of use.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Table Lamp in Solid Brass Horns Shape
Located in London, GB
French Horn-shaped brass table lamp from the 1970s with its original lampshade in brown and gold
Category

Late 20th Century British Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Table Lamp in Solid Brass Horns Shape
1970s Table Lamp in Solid Brass Horns Shape
H 15.75 in W 12.6 in D 7.88 in
Handblown 1970s Table Lamp by BD Lumica, Barcelona
By BD Lumica
Located in Weesp, NL
Beautiful handblown glass lamp produced by BD Lumica in the 1970s. The lamp takes three light
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

1970s Table Lamp by J. Claude Mahey, France
By Jean Claude Mahey
Located in Brussels, BE
Massive polish piece of maple on a brass base (gold and silver). One light. Original silk Pagoda shape lampshade. Signed.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Table Lamp by J. Claude Mahey, France
1970s Table Lamp by J. Claude Mahey, France
H 29.53 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in
1970s Table Lamp Sculptural Art Carved Wood Brass Mexico City
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Sensational table lamp sculptural art carved wood block with brass from Mexico City In the
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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare solid pair of french 1970s table lamps crafted in brass and travertine.
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in København K, 84
This rare solid pair of French 1970s table lamps exemplifies the minimalist elegance and material
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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Marble

1970s Table Lamp with Bands of Brass and Chrome
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful brass and chrome round table lamp with alternating bands of brass and chrome. Perfect
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Ice Blue Bubble Pop Art 1970s table lamp. Germany
Located in Berlin, BE
A beautiful and rare table lamp, in extraordinary colour, Ice Blue. Original from the 1970s
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Ceramic Brutalist 1970s Table Lamp by Cari Zalloni
By Cari Zalloni
Located in BUSSUM, NH
Large brown / earth ceramic table lamp designed by Cari Zalloni in the 1970s in a beautiful vintage
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 1970s Table Lamps in Black Plexiglas and Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Two 1970's lamps in black Plexiglas and brass, with contemporary lampshades in black fabric with
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Table Lamp with a Ceramic Base and Ornamental Garlands
Located in Marbella, ES
Elegant table lamp featuring a white ceramic base adorned with delicate embossed garlands and
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Late 20th Century Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pia Guidetti Crippa for Lumi Italia Chrome 1970s Table Lamp
By Pia Guidetti Crippa, Lumi
Located in CA, CA
Stunning metal table lamp with nine stems emanating from the chrome base and terminating in lamps
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970s Table Lamp Model L419 by Michael Red for Vistosi
By Michael Red
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Iconic Italian Mid-Century Modern desk or table lamp desined by Michael Red for Vistosi, in the
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

1970's Table lamp in the style of Fontana Arté and Max Ingrand
By Fontana Arte
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970's brass lamp with clear green glass shade in the style of Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Chrome Plated Metal, White & Green Plastic 1960s-1970s Table Lamp
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This large table lamp was produced in Italy in the 1960s-1970s. It is made from a doble row of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Italian Glass, Silvered Plastic and Fiberglass Shade 1970s Table Lamp
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This large and elegant abat-jour was produced in Italy, circa 1970s. It is made from a Murano faded
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Italian white sandblasted glass & wood 1970s table lamp with dimmerable lighting
By Luigi Massoni
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Large parallelepiped-shaped table lamp in wood and glass. Square wooden base equipped with dimmer
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass, Rubber, Wood

Pair Tommaso Barbi Riviera Palm Tree 1970s Table Lamps With Matching Pillows
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to two matching large Midcentury ginger jar table or side lamps from the 1970s with matching
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Large Black glazed ceramic 1970s table lamp by Ivo Sedazzari for Prisma
By Prisma, Ivo Sedazzari
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Sculptural table lamp in black ceramic, produced in Italy in the 70s and designed by Ivo Sedazzari
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

"Poveglia" Italian Yellow and Green Glass 1970s Table Lamp by Gae Aulenti
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Barcelona, ES
Gae Aulenti  Table lamp model “Poveglia” Manufactured by Vistosi Italy, 1969 Blown glass
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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Belgian 1970s Table Lamp with Cut Agate Stone and Brass on Travertine Base
By Willy Daro
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
This stunning Belgian 1970s brass table features a cut Agate stone on a Travertine bas in the style
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Agate, Brass

VeArt Murano Glass Italian Design Murano Art, 1970s Table Lamp pink White Color
By VeArt
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Table lamp VeArt art glass Italian design Murano art, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Base Metal

1970s Agate Table Lamp by Violette
By Violette
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970s table lamp.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Brass

1970s Agate Table Lamp by Violette
1970s Agate Table Lamp by Violette
H 15.75 in W 9.85 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Italian 1970s Table Lamp in the Style of Joe Colombo for Oluce, Chromed
By Oluce, Joe Colombo
Located in Milano, IT
Offered for sale is a rare, attractive and seldom seen table lamp, made in Italy most probably in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Italian Table Lamp from the 1970 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970 s table lamp from Italy ,in original vintage condition adjustable heights and shade can pivot
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Table Lamp from the 1970 s
Italian Table Lamp from the 1970 s
H 29 in W 11.75 in D 9.5 in
Set of Two Table Lamps, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two Italian 1970s table lamps featuring lacquered base and curved plexiglass diffusers.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of Two Table Lamps, Italy, 1970s
Set of Two Table Lamps, Italy, 1970s
H 18.51 in W 13.39 in D 5.52 in
1970s Bamboo Table Lamp
Located in Hellerup, DK
Elegant vintage bamboo 1970s table lamp with the original large shade made of thin animal skin
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Animal Skin, Bamboo

1970s Bamboo Table Lamp
1970s Bamboo Table Lamp
H 27.17 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Natural "pierre de france" table lamp - 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Natural "pierre de france" table lamp - 1970s Table lamp 1970s - Original lampshade Measures
Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Natural "pierre de france" table lamp - 1970s
Natural "pierre de france" table lamp - 1970s
H 29.14 in W 17.33 in D 10.24 in
Large Iridescent Glass Chrome Base Table Lamp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Modern, circa 1970s table lamp.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Cantilevered Table Lamp Attributed to Lumentform, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Menghi, Lumenform
Located in Milan, IT
Cantilevered Italian 1970s table lamp. Thin metal frame tube with adjustable shade and heavy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Romeo Rega plexiglass and metal table lamp, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Parma, IT
Romeo Rega 1970s table lamp. Silver-plated metal and black plexiglass base, rigid lampshade made of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Set of Two Plastic Table Lamps, Italy, 1970s
Located in Milan, IT
Rare set of two Italian 1970s table lamps. Strongly influenced by the "Chimera" lamps by Vico
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Italian Acrylic and Plexiglas Table lamp after Pauil Mayen
By Paul Mayen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1970 s Table Lamp Acrylic lamp shade base is Plexiglas ,in vintage original condition .
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
By Romeo Paris
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970s tables lamps in acrylic resin.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 5.12 in
Set of Two Table Lamps Attributed to Lumenform, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Menghi, Lumenform
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two cantilevered Italian 1970s table lamps. Thin metal frame tube with adjustable shade and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of American Marlee Lucite Block Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American 1970's table lamps with alternating frosted and clear Lucite square blocks (signed
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Mazzega Italian Mid Century Table Lamp from the 70s
By Mazzega
Located in bari, IT
1970s table lamp with steel base and satin glass sphere by Mazzega.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

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1970s Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1970s table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each 1970s table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 24716 options for an antique or vintage 1970s table lamp now, or shop our selection of 171 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a 1970s table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right 1970s table lamp, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1970s table lamp over the years, but those crafted by Laurel Lamp Company, Mazzega Murano and Carlo Nason are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1970s Table Lamp?

Prices for a 1970s table lamp start at $5 and top out at $39,906,000 with the average selling for $1,655.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.

Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.

After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.

After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons

Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today

If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.

Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.

Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1970s Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024


    A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

    You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

    Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.

    Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.

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