$381 / set
Pair of Mid-century Italian Table Lamps
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two vintage metal table lamps. Adjustable neck, very light, made in Italy.
Metal
Brass and Glass Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
What sets this lamp apart is its unique functionality: the central brass stem can be adjusted laterally, allowing the lamp to take on a slightly tilted posture.
Metal, Brass
Grey Industrial Workshop Gooseneck Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial adjustable workshop table lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s.It features a grey iron base and shade and a chrome plated gooseneck.
Chrome, Iron
French Designer, Table Lamps, Metal, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable metal table lamps designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Swiss Minimalist Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The slight tilt of the shaft ensures stability and balance between the shade and the base. The lamp head is a simple aluminum spotlight. It is connected to the base via a ball joint ...
Metal
Brazilian Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, Brazil, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and metal table lamp with letter holder designed and produced in Brazil, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Articulated Desk Lamp by Pirouett, France, 1930s
By Jean Chavanis
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Built around movement and adjustment, this articulated desk lamp combines a chromed metal structure with a pivoting arm and a glass-panel diffuser.
Chrome
Stilux Milano Desk / Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo, Stilux
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An elegant adjustable desk lamp, made by Stilux Milano, Italy in the 1960s.
Marble, Brass
Koch and Lowy Chrome Table / Reading Lamps
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Midcentury Koch and Lowy table/reading lamp with adjustable shade and dimmer switch. This lamp has been refinished in antique bronze patina.
Metal
Large, exceptional 1960s brass table lamp by Gebrüder Cosack
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in München, BY
Exceptional and elegant Mid-Century Modern brass table lamp with adjustable lampshade. Designed and manufactured by Gebrüder Cosack, Germany 1970s.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Vintage global views French inspired Bouilotte table lamp
By Global Views
Located in Allentown, PA
The lamps shade is adjustable up and down and has a S cluster lighting fixture underneath.
Steel
Large Grey Industrial Workshop Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Large industrial table lamp with three adjustable joints made in former Czechoslovalia during the 1960s.It features a grey iron base ,arm and lampshade.
Iron
German Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Germany, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable metal table lamp designed and produced in Germany, 1930s.
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Marble, France, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable metal and marble table lamp likely designed and produced in France, c. 1930s.
Metal
Functionalist Table Lamp, Europe, 1950s, Excellent Condition
Located in Praha, CZ
Table lamp with adjustable height and shade. Restored: excellent condition.
Nickel
Mid-Century Modern Italian Orange Minimalist Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The two elements are connected by joints with a brass and black plastic shaft. This allows the lamp to be individually adjusted. The lamp is in very good condition with signs of wear...
Metal
Black Industrial Table Lamp from Siemens, 1930s
By Siemens
Located in Kojetice, CZ
The lamp has an adjustable metal shade, an iron base and an iron arm with wooden handle.
Iron
1950's Workshop Task Lamp By Mek Elek
Located in Hook, Hampshire
Cooper, their key product was the Mek Elite or Mekelite – a light specifically designed for use in factories with it’s highly adjustable heavy duty arm. The lamp has been cleaned and...
Aluminum
American Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and metal table lamp designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Gecko table lamp by Gianfranco Frattini for Leuka, 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini, Leuka
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Giuliana Gramigna described on page 208 of 'Repertorio del Design Italiano 1950-2000' (translated from Italian): "Table lamp with adjustable angle reflector, connected with the base ...
Metal
Mid-Century Red Desk Lamp Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage adjustable gooseneck desk lamp made in Italy in the '70s.
Metal
Idman, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Finland, 1940s
By Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced by Idman, Finland, 1940s.
Brass
Idman, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Finland, 1940s
By Idman Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and metal table lamp or wall light designed and produced by Idman, Finland, 1940s.
Metal, Brass
Baton Desk Lamp Michael Lax Lightolier Mid Century Modern
By Lightolier, Michael Lax
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Features a minimalist, linear aesthetic with a chrome-plated arm and cuboid base and shade. The lamp includes an adjustable arm and shade angles, allowing for versatile lighting pos...
Stainless Steel
Table Lamp Tin Two Candle Historical Recreation
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Double candle tin table lamp with adjustable shades and antiqued patina.
Tin
$4,215 / set
Pair Of 19th Century Wild & Wessel Desk Lamps
By Wild & Wessel, Berlin
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of XIX Century German gilt brass adjustable desk lamps by Wild and Wessel, with white glass vesta shades.
Brass
Gunmetal Ora Desk Lamp by Ross Gardam
Located in Melbourne, Melbourne
Completely precision-milled from aluminium the Ora desk lamp features an adjustable shade thanks to a clever magnetic joint.
Aluminum
European Mid-Century Table Lamp in Sheet Metal, circa 1950
Located in Hammarö, SE
Its clean geometric lines and visible construction reflect the functionalist design principles that influenced lighting production throughout Europe during the 1940s and 1950s. The b...
Sheet Metal
Hans Agne Jakobsson Large Table Lamp, Markaryd, Sweden, 1970s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Warsaw, PL
The brass stem is height-adjustable, allowing the lamp to be adapted for desk or side table use.
Brass
Dutch Designer, Table Lamp, Aluminium, Netherlands, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable aluminium table lamp designed and produced in the Netherlands, 1930s.
Metal, Aluminum
Table lamp Gibigiana by Achille Castiglioni for Flos - 1980s
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
This table lamp features an adjustable mirror that reflects light from a source inside the lamp.
Metal
Oluce Calamaio 298 Table Lamp - Satin Black Nickel - 220–240V
By Oluce
Located in Varedo, MB
Calamaio is built around a dynamic structure that allows the light to be directed exactly where needed. The lamp is entirely made of metal and features two slender cylindrical stems ...
Metal
Table Lamp Produced by ASEA in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table lamp with adjustable shade by unknown designer. Produced by ASEA in Sweden.
Brass
Vintage Black Enamel Table Photo Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage Industrial adjustable table lamp from former Czechoslovakia made during the 1950s.
Enamel, Iron
Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1930s.
Brass
American Designer, Table Lamp, Lacquered Metal, United States 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable table lamp / desk light. Designed and produced in the United States, c. 1940s.
Metal
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Lacquered Metal, Italy, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A lacquered metal table lamp with adjustable lampshade, designed and produced by an Italian designer, Italy, c. 1950s.
Metal
Francesco Buzzi Ceriani 'Cuffia' Table Lamp in Black Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
The layered construction creates a subtle play of light and shadow, emphasizing the lamp’s architectural character. Adjustable through discreet circular side knobs, the shade can be ...
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Rare Scandinavian Modern Brass Table Lamp. Sweden, 1940s.
By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Hans Bergström, Paavo Tynell, Bergboms
Located in Malmö, SE
A rare and beautiful Scandinavian Modern / Swedish Grace brass table lamp with adjustable shade. Made by an unknown designer in Sweden, 1940s.
Brass
Large Grey Industrial Workshop Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Large industrial table lamp with three adjustable joints made in former Czechoslovalia during the 1960s.It features a grey iron base ,arm and lampshade.
Iron
Finnish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Finland, c. 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp designed and produced in Finland, c. 1950s.
Brass
Yki Nummi Table Lamp for Orno Finland
By Yki Nummi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Taupe enamel paint over aluminum. This lamp has an adjustable height and shade.
Aluminum
$300Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Ceramic Geometric Lamp by Chilo Inch
Located in San Diego, CA
With the adjustable harp, the overall lamp height can be adjusted from 21.5" to 24.5" to the top of the finial.
Ceramic
Valinte Oy, Table Lamp, Brass, Finland, 1940s
By Valinte Oy
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp designed and produced by Valinte OY, Finland, 1940s.
Brass
White Bakelite Table or Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
Small bakelite table or wall lamp with adjustable shade. Good original condition.
Bakelite
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Brass
Oluce Spider Table Lamp by Joe Colombo - Black - 220–240V
By Oluce, Joe Colombo
Located in Varedo, MB
Design and Materials Base: Painted metal Stem: Chromed metal Reflector: Adjustable painted aluminum Material: Metal / Aluminum Finish: Black Light Emission: Direct light Functionali...
Metal, Aluminum
Oluce Eva 216 Table Lamp by Francesca Borelli - 220–240V
By Oluce
Located in Varedo, MB
Design and Materials Structure: Metal Body: Spherical metal diffuser Cover: Adjustable circular screen with telescopic rod Material: Metal Finish: Black Exterior / Gold Leaf Interior...
Metal
Oscar Torlasco Midcentury Desk Lamp, circa 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in LAGUNA BEACH, CA
Brass-plated steel, plastic and frosted glass Measures: 21.5 H x 20 W x 12.5 D inches Meticulously restored and in excellent condition Domed base holds a cylindrical shaft with ...
Steel, Brass
American Victorian Brass Desk Lamp and Calendar
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian large brass rectangular desk lamp with adjustable calendar display on a rectangular base supporting a large brass shade.
Brass
Table Top Wooden Easel Reading Stand Lamp A great little piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Table Top Wooden Easel Reading Stand Lamp A great little piece, this is a table top easel which is mounted with an adjustable reading lamp so it can be used for both books and pa...
Wood
Large Red Industrial German Workshop Table Lamp from Helo Leuchten, 1950s
By Helo Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage industrial gooseneck adjustable workshop table lamp made by Helo Leuchten in Germany during the 1950s.
Metal, Chrome, Iron
Rare Koch and Lowy Brass Desk Lamp
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Water Mill, NY
Unusaul Koch and Lowy brass adjustable dest lamp.
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Modern German Minimalist Table Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
The lamp is adjustable via various joints. It is in very good condition with signs of use and patina.
Metal
$2,850 / item
French Art Deco Desk Lamp by Schneider
By Verreries Schneider
Located in Long Island City, NY
French Art Deco adjustable table lamp by Schneider in great vintage condition.
Bronze
Kaiser Leuchten model 6886 President Bauhaus table lamp, 1960's
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, IL
A Rare and beautiful Midcentury table lamp Model 6886 for Kaiser 1960s Germany. The lamp's height is adjustable between circa 42cm to circa 54cm.
Metal, Enamel
Rare Table Lamp by Franta Anyz, 1930s
By Franta (Frantisek) Anýž
Located in Praha, CZ
Iconic aluminum adjustable table lamp by Franta Anyz. Unique type of joint invented by Anyz.
Aluminum, Chrome
Midcentury Articulated Wall or Desk Lamp, 1960s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Charming Industrial articulated wall or desk lamp salvaged from a hospital. This Industrial lamp has 3 articulated joints and the base can turn as well, making this lamp 'ultra' a...
Metal, Enamel, Chrome
Jacques Biny Attribution, Table Lamp, Brass, France, 1950s
By Jacques Biny
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp attributed to Jacques Biny, France, c. 1950s.
Brass
Industrial Magni-Ray Magnifying Jeweler's Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The lamps are height adjustable and can turn 360 degrees with room for 2 bulbs.
Metal, Chrome
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.
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