A Cream & Chrome 1227 Anglepoise
Located in Tetbury, England
A mid production run cream painted 1227 Anglepoise desk light with factory chrome arms.
Mid-20th Century English Table Lamps
Chrome
A Cream & Chrome 1227 Anglepoise
Located in Tetbury, England
A mid production run cream painted 1227 Anglepoise desk light with factory chrome arms.
Chrome
Herbert Terry 1227 Anglepoise Lamp.
By Herbert Terry
Located in Nantwich, GB
Instantly recognisable! Incredibly functional and steeped in heritage, the Anglepoise lamp has been in British homes for over 85 years. This truly iconic and legendary lamp is one of...
Metal
$814
H 24 in W 6 in D 15 in
Original Early Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp 1227 Desk Lamp Industrial Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
This early 2 step Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227) has the perfect look for those wanting something different.
Steel
$787
H 20.48 in W 9.26 in D 8.86 in
1938 Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Marbled Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage 1938 Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with marbled paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic la...
Steel
$536
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Early Two-Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, Model 1227, England, circa 1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
Metal
$1,059
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Herbert Terry Anglepoise Model 1227 Black Two Step Articulated Desk Lamp 1930's
By Herbert Terry
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Herbert Terry Anglepoise Model 1227 Black Two Step Articulated Desk Lamp 1930's Model 1227 (1938 - 1968) - Has a two tier base, with a steel cover. - The forks were mainly cast as ...
Aluminum
Original 3 Step Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry BLACK
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3830 Original 3 step anglepoise all black. Mk 1: 1935-38 The most sought after model of all times; the original 1227 three step anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry.
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$2,302
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 17.72 in
Scarce Original 3 Step herbert Terry Anglepoise with Bakelite Shade
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3828 Original 3 step anglepoise Bakelite shade. Mk 1: 1935-38 The most sought after model of all times; the original 1227 three step anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry.
Metal, Aluminum
Rare Gold Type 1 Herbert Terry Anglepoise Desk Lamp 2 Step
By Herbert Terry
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3740 A rare & very sought after model in the Herbert Terry collection; the early 1227 two step anglepoise desk lamp. Mk 1: 1935-38 A rare gold example in completely original condi...
Metal, Aluminum
$677
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
20th Century "Two-Step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, England, c.1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
Metal
1227 Gold Anglepoise Herbert Terry Desk Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
Original Anglepoise desk lamp in early edition color.
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Original Herbert Terry Anglepoise Industrial Desk Lamp Model 1227
By Herbert Terry
Located in Blackpool, GB
Early 1938 Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227) in excellent original vintage condition having the benefit of new wiring with black cable flex of The lamp eatures a solid three...
Metal
Unavailable
H 35.44 in Dm 7.88 in
Art Deco Herbert Terry Anglepoise Architects Lamp Mod. No. 1227, Britain, 1938.
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Herbert Terry Anglepoise adjustable lamp model 1227 designed by George Carwardine and made from 1938.
Steel, Aluminum, Iron
Mid Century Green 2 Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise 1227 Desk Table Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Original Anglepoise Lamp 1227 Model By Herbert Terry & Sons – G An original Anglepoise lamp by Herbert Terry and Sons, Model 1227, a design classic table lamp with a cast metal 2 ti...
Aluminum, Metal
Anglepoise White Model 1227 Mini Desk Lamp
By Anglepoise
Located in New York, NY
Anglepoise Original Mini 1227 Desk Lamp in white / semi gloss finish with black cord.
Metal
Sold
H 106.3 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
20th Century Original 1227 Giant Floor Lamp By Anglepoise, England
By Anglepoise
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning vintage 1227 Anglepoise Lamp, it is one of the most iconic British designs of the 20th century.
Metal
Sold
H 33.47 in W 5.91 in D 18.9 in
Vintage Industrial 3 Three Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Table Desk Lamp Light
By Herbert Terry
Located in Sale, GB
The original four spring design was made for working environments, whereas the later three spring Anglepoise was designed for more domestic applications and which saw the release of ...
Steel
1940s Original 1227 Scumble Finish Anglepoise Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s original 1227 Scumble finish Anglepoise lamp. The iconic 1940s articulated lamp designed by Herbert Terry.
Metal
The 1227 Anglepoise lamp, by Herbert Terry & Son
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
The 1227 Anglepoise lamp, by Herbert Terry & Son A classic British design, desk lamp in original scumble paint, with chrome springs and a cast iron base.
Metal
1960s Herbert Terry & Sons Model 1227 "Anglepoise" Desk Lamp
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in TORQUAY, AU
Vintage 1960s Herbert Terry Anglepoise Desk Lamp Model 1227 An undisputed icon of British design, this is the classic adjustable desk lamp that set the standard for all task lightin...
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Sold
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Model 1227 Articulated Table Lamp, 1940s
By Anglepoise, George Carwardine
Located in Naples, IT
An original Anglepoise desk lamp designed in 1935 by George Cawardine for Herbert Terry & Sons. Made in Redditch, England. This model is circa 1940-1950. Features polished aluminu...
Metal
Sold
H 37.41 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Early Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Model 1227 Desk Lamp, England, 1930s
Located in Worcester, GB
Early Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Model 1227 Desk Lamp, England, 1930s A rare and authentic early edition of the iconic Anglepoise Model 1227 desk lamp, designed by George Carw...
Metal
Sold
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 18.51 in
Anglepoise lamp model 1227, mid-century, original, rewired and fully functioning
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in London, GB
George Carwardine (Designer), UK Herbert Terry & Sons (manufacturer), UK Anglepoise lamp, model 1227, manufactured 1938-68 Original cream painted finish, chromed metal fittings, fe...
Metal
Sold
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 18.51 in
Anglepoise lamp model 1227, mid-century, original, rewired and fully functioning
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in London, GB
George Carwardine (Designer), UK Herbert Terry & Sons (manufacturer), UK Anglepoise lamp, model 1227, manufactured 1938-68 Original factory mottled paint finish, chromed metal fitt...
Metal
Sold
H 34.65 in W 5.91 in D 8.67 in
Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Original Red Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with original paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic lamps ...
Steel
Sold
H 34.65 in W 5.91 in L 34.65 in
Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Original Cream Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with original cream paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic ...
Steel
Sold
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Stunning Two-Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, Model 1227, England, circa 1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
Metal
Sold
H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
1940s Black Herbert Terry & Sons 2-step Anglepoise Desk Task Lamp 1227 Bakelite
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Designed by George Carwardine in 1935 as a task lamp with flexibility and stability in mind, this early two-step 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons, England, is f...
Aluminum, Steel
Sold
H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
1950s Gold Scumble 2-step Anglepoise Desk Task Lamp 1227 By Herbert Terry & Sons
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Designed by George Carwardine in 1935 as a task lamp with flexibility and stability in mind, this two-step 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons, England, has its or...
Aluminum, Steel
Three Step Anglepoise
Located in Tetbury, England
An early three step, model 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp. Produced between 1935 and 1938, identified by the cast iron three step base with it's crinkle or japanned painted finish, steel...
Iron
Sold
H 19.69 in Dm 5.91 in
Vintage Industrial Hebert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Metal Desk Table Lamp. c.1940
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
Beautiful coral 1227 Anglepoise lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons. c.1940 One of the most famous desk lamps in British industrial history and still made to this day.
Metal
Sold
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 17.72 in
Rare 1940s Two-Step Herbert Terry Gold Anglepoise Task Industrial Lamp England
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
For those who love originality, this early two-step Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise lamp (Model 1227) with a slim perforated shade and original gold paint, has the most extraordinary...
Steel
Two Model 1227 Table Lamp by George Carwardine for Anglepoise
By Anglepoise, George Carwardine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two model 1227 table lamps by George Carwardine for Anglepoise.
Metal, Steel
2023 Anglepoise Original 1227 Giant Floor Lamp in Citrus Yellow #2
By Anglepoise, George Carwardine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Original 1227 Giant Floor Lamp, designed by George Carwardine.
Aluminum, Iron
Rare 'Anglepoise' Desk Lamp # 1227 by George Carwardine
By George Carwardine
Located in New York, NY
The Original Iconic Modern Industrial Table Lamp, Model 1227, Known as 'Anglepoise' for its Ability to Adjust as Needed.
Iron
Sold
H 35.44 in Dm 5.91 in
George Carwardine, Anglepoise Desk Lamp 1227, Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd, 1930s
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Uppsala, SE
Anglepoise desk lamp, model 1227, designed in 1935 by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd in Redditch, UK.
Metal, Chrome
Sold
H 105 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Giant Original 1227 Floor Lamp in Black by George Carwardine for Anglepoise, UK
By George Carwardine
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1227 jet black giant floor lamp by George Carwardine for Anglepoise, UK.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Iron
Original lounge chair by Flemming Lassen, Denmark.
By Flemming Lassen
Located in København K, DK
Original 1940s easy chair in green velvet. Similar to "den trætte mand" with original upholsery. Danish Cabinet maker Flemming Lassen, Denmark.
Velvet, Beech
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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