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Modern Rectangular Acrylic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Modern Rectangular Clear Acrylic Table Lamp.
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20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Les Prismatiques Acrylic Table Lamp
By Les Prismatiques
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Acrylic table lamp by Les Prismatques with chrome hardware. Signed L.P. Newly rewired.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Acrylic Table Lamp, Italy, circa 1980
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Acrylic table lamp, Italy, circa 1980.
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Acrylic Table Lamp, Italy, circa 1980
Acrylic Table Lamp, Italy, circa 1980
H 7.88 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
Pair of 1960s Brass and Acrylic Table Lamps by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brass and acrylic table lamps by Laurel Lamp Co. Measure: Base 5" sq.  
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rougier Acrylic Table Lamp
By Maison Rougier
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of monumental pink and white acrylic table lamp. Original vintage condition 1 light, 60
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Rougier Acrylic Table Lamp
Pair of Rougier Acrylic Table Lamp
H 29 in W 10 in D 20 in
Vintage Italian Red Acrylic Table Lamp 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Vintage Italian Red Acrylic Table Lamp from the 1980s is a bold and stylish lighting fixture
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Chrome and Acrylic Table Lamps Style Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in Geneva, CH
Pair of chromed steel and acrylic table lamps in the style of Maison Charles Good condition.
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Polish Brass and Acrylic Table Lamp by Peter Hamburger
By Knoll, Peter Hamburger
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A glamorous polished brass and clear acrylic table lamp. The lamp is part of the Crylicord Lighting
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chrome and White Acrylic Table Lamp by Paul Mayen
By Paul Mayen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1970’s polish chrome and white acrylic table lamp by English designer Paul Mayen. In good
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Vintage 1970s English Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1965 Arteluce Large Chrome & Acrylic Table Lamp by Massimo Vignelli Italy
By Arteluce, Massimo Vignelli
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern 1965 Arteluce Model 526/G large Chrome & Acrylic table lamp by Massimo Vignelli
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Acrylic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Super chic, handsome lamp perfect for any transitional space! Dimensions: 25" H to bulb socket
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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Acrylic Table Lamp
Vintage Acrylic Table Lamp
H 25 in W 9 in D 9 in
1970s Roger Rougier Acrylic Table Lamp White & Pink Mid-Century Modern Canada
By Maison Rougier, Roger Rougier
Located in Miami, FL
Monumental Pink and White Acrylic Table Lamp by Roger Rougier made in Canada. US Wiring with
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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Acrylic, Lucite

Pair of Acrylic Table Lamps Designed by Edgardo Giménez, Argentina, 1968
By Edgardo Giménez
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of acrylic table lamps designed by Edgardo Giménez, Argentina 1968. This lamp was sold at
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Vintage 1960s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Heavy Lucite / Acrylic Table Lamp by Sandro Petti for Maison Jansen 1970
By Sandro Petti
Located in Geneva, CH
Sculptural lucite or acrylic table lamp by Sandro Petti and produced by Maison Jansen, France ca
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' Metal & Acrylic Table Lamp in White for Stilnovo
By Luigi Gorgoni, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' metal & acrylic table lamp in white for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' Metal & Acrylic Table Lamp in Blue for Stilnovo
By Stilnovo, Luigi Gorgoni
Located in Glendale, CA
Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' metal & acrylic table lamp in blue for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' Metal & Acrylic Table Lamp in Red for Stilnovo
By Luigi Gorgoni, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' metal & acrylic table lamp in red for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' Metal & Acrylic Table Lamp in Yellow for Stilnovo
By Luigi Gorgoni, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Giovanni Gorgoni 'Buonanotte' metal & acrylic table lamp in yellow for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sculptural Acrylic Table Lamps by Rembrandt
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This rare set of 1970s table lamps by Rembrandt Lamp feature leaf-shaped shafts elegantly rendered
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Polished Brass and Acrylic Table Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of 1970s polished brass table lamps with acrylic bases and finials. All new brass hardware
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Pair of Maison Jansen Acrylic Table Lamps
By Maison Jansen
Located in Hellerup, DK
Pair of vintage 1970´s Maison Jansen Paris, acrylic lamps. Both shade and base are acrylic and give
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Pair of Maison Jansen Acrylic Table Lamps
Pair of Maison Jansen Acrylic Table Lamps
H 23.23 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
1970s Huge Banci Firenze Acrylic Table Lamp, Italy
By Banci Firenze
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Bold table lamp from the 70s from Banci Firenze that have a nice presence. This one of their
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian White Acrylic Table Lamp by Elio Martinelli
By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Polish white Acrylic “Flogia” table lamp design in the 1969 by Italian designer Elio Martinelli
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Lucite and Acrylic Table Lamp by Clear-Lite
Located in Dallas, TX
A heavy Lucite lamp in the manner of Karl Springer. Does not include shade. Lamp is 29" H to top of
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Acrylic, Lucite

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lucite Acrylic Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century modern table lamps finely crafted from plexiglass (aka lucite, acrylic) with
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Acrylic Table Lamp with Metal Hardware, France 1970’s
Located in New York, NY
Simple compelling modernist form rendered in acrylic and metal. Sturdy structure. Interactions
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Neal Small Mid-Century Modern Three-Sided White Molded Acrylic Table Lamp
By Neal Small, Neal Small Design Studio
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
A three-sided table lamp, circa 1968 manufactured by Neal Small Designs, Inc., New York. This lamp
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Ingo Maurer Acrylic Table Lamp ML 9 T M-Design, 1960s Germany
By M Design, Ingo Maurer
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp requires two E27 / E26 Edison screw bulb, is wired, functional and runs on both 110 / 230
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian "Edipo" Acrylic Table Lamps by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo
By Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo, PAF Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of stylish Postmodern "Edipo" table lamps by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for PAF Studio
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Plastic, Acrylic

1970 French Vintage Birch Wood and Acrylic Table Lamp for Barcelona Hilton Hotel
By Lucid
Located in New York, NY
A set of 4 is available - very attractive French Mid-Century Modern design vintage lamps, custom
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Chan Chiao Chun Contemporary Resin Acrylic Table Lamp from the Series Stay, 2021
By Chan Chiao Chun
Located in Barcelona, ES
Chan Chiao Chun Table lamp model "Good morning" From the series "Stay with me" Manufactured by
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970 French Pair of Birch Wood and Acrylic Table Lamp for Barcelona Hilton Hotel
By Lucid
Located in New York, NY
2 Pairs available - very attractive French Mid-Century Modern design vintage lamps, custom made in
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and acrylic table lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Victor Gehard brazilian acrylic yellow table lamp 1973
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible VICTOR GEHARD brazilian acrylic table lamp with neon 1973. signed and dated.
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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Large Majestic Table Lamp, All Original
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large, high kitsch, Angular acrylic table lamp by Majestic with original shade and original Lucite
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Lucite, Wood

Set of Three Acrylic Table Lamps or Sconces Cone by Verner Panton for Poly Thema
By Verner Panton, Poly Thema
Located in Munich, DE
Set of three lovely Modernist table lamps or sconces 'Cone' in red acrylic. Designed by Verner
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1990s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and acrylic table lamps designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Michel Dumas Acrylic & Chrome Table Lamp, France ca. 1970s
By Michel Dumas
Located in Geneva, CH
Square curved acrylic table lamp by Michel Dumas, France ca. 1970s Acrylic is lightely faded
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Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Stilux Milano, Table Lamp, Brass, Lacquered Metal, Acrylic, Italy, 1950s
By Stilux
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and acrylic table lamp, designed and produced by Stilux Milano
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and acrylic table lamp designed and produced by a Swedish designer, Sweden, c. 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stilux Milano, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Marble, Acrylic, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, marble and acrylic table lamp designed and produced by Stilux Milano, Italy, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Uno Kristiansson, Table Lamp, Oak, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
By Uno Kristiansson
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and acrylic table lamp designed and produced by Uno Kristiansson, Sweden, 1960s. Sold
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Oak

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Acrylic, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and acrylic table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s. Socket takes standard E
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Joe Colombo, Table Lamp, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
By Joe Colombo, Kartell
Located in High Point, NC
A white and orange acrylic table lamp designed by Joe Colombo and produced by Kartell, Italy, c
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Teak, Acrylic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, acrylic table lamp designed and produced by a Swedish Designer, Sweden, 1960s. Socket
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Teak

Ostuni & Forti, Table Lamp, Nickel, Fabric, Acrylic, O-Luce, Italy, 1950s
By Angelo Ostuni, O-Luce
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable, nickel, fabric and acrylic table lamp designed by Angelo Ostuni and Roberto Forti
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Angelo Brotto, Table Lamp, Brass, Marble, Acrylic, Italy, 1970s
By Esperia, Angelo Brotto
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, marble and acrylic table lamp designed by Angelo Brotto and produced by Esperia, Italy, c
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Superb Pair of Monumental White Acrylic Flower Table Lamp by Rougier
By Roger Rougier
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Superb pair of monumental white acrylic table lamp by Rougier made in Canada. Original vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

1960s Mid-Century Acrylic Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Mid-century acrylic table lamp designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

1960s Mid-Century Acrylic Lamp
1960s Mid-Century Acrylic Lamp
H 21.25 in W 14 in D 13.25 in
Italian Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Yellow, White and Red Acrylic, Italy 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and red, white and yellow-coloured acrylic table lamps designed and produced by an
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Acrylic, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and white acrylic table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s. Overall Dimensions
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Teak, Acrylic

Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Metal, Chrome, Acrylic, Italy, 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal, chrome and white acrylic table lamp produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Uno Kristiansson, Table Lamp, Pine, Acrylic, Sweden, 1970s
By Uno Kristiansson
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and acrylic table lamp designed by Uno and Östen Kristiansson and produced by Luxus, Vittsjö
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Pine

Foglia 643 Table Lamp by Elio Martnelli, 1969
By Martinelli Luce, Elio Martinelli
Located in Athens, Attiki
Foglia 643 acrylic table lamp designed by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, Italy 1969 (No
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Foglia 643 Table Lamp by Elio Martnelli, 1969
Foglia 643 Table Lamp by Elio Martnelli, 1969
H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 19.69 in
German Designer, Table Lamps, Glass, Metal, Acrylic, Germany, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of glass, metal and green acrylic table lamps designed and produced in Germany, c. 1970s
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Vintage 1970s German Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

Ruud Ekstrand, Large Table Lamps, Metal, Acrylic, Sweden, 1970s
By Bergboms, Ruud Ekstrand
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of large white-lacquered metal and acrylic table lamps designed by Ruud Ekstrand for
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Copper, Acrylic, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, copper and acrylic table lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1960s. Overall Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Brass

American Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Acrylic, United States, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair wood and acrylic table lamps designed and produced in the United States, 1960s. Sold
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Organic Table Lamp in Acrylic, Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
Pair of white acrylic table lamps, made up of two equal halves, fixed with customized screws. The
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Chrome and Clear Lucite Mid-Century Modern Octagonal Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
American Mid-Century Modern transparent Lucite / Acrylic table lamp with chrome details. Octagonal
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Acrylic Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of acrylic table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct acrylic table lamps — often made from plastic, acrylic and metal — can elevate any home. There are 2747 antique and vintage acrylic table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 463 modern editions to choose from as well. Acrylic table lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Acrylic table lamps made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many acrylic table lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Roger Rougier, Harvey Guzzini and Verner Panton produced popular acrylic table lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Acrylic Table Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,766, while they’re typically $38 on the low end and $72,000 highest priced.

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 Acrylic Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether a glass or acrylic coffee table is better is a matter of personal preference. An acrylic table is less likely to shatter and often lighter in weight, while a glass coffee table may have a more prominent shine. How carefully a coffee table is crafted also impacts its quality and longevity. On 1stDibs, shop a range of coffee tables.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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
    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 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 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 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 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.”

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