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Antique Fairy Lamp

Fine Pair of 19h C Bronze Classical Fairies Lamps with Gilt Decorations
Fine Pair of 19h C Bronze Classical Fairies Lamps with Gilt Decorations

Fine Pair of 19h C Bronze Classical Fairies Lamps with Gilt Decorations

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine pair of French 19th century classical bronze fairies with gilt bronze decorations made into

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Fairy Lamp

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Bronze

Fairies Mfg. Co. All Brass Desk Lamp WIth Cantilever Shade, 1920's
Fairies Mfg. Co. All Brass Desk Lamp WIth Cantilever Shade, 1920's

Fairies Mfg. Co. All Brass Desk Lamp WIth Cantilever Shade, 1920's

By Fairies

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Art Deco Fairies Manufacturing Company brass desk lamp, table lamp circa 1920s. Featuring an

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1920s American Art Deco Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Royal Worcester Porcelain Fairy Candlestick Lamp Standard
19th Century English Royal Worcester Porcelain Fairy Candlestick Lamp Standard

19th Century English Royal Worcester Porcelain Fairy Candlestick Lamp Standard

By Royal Worcester

Located in Forney, TX

"fairy lamp" standard - base, the rare figural statue in the form of a Grecian water carrier, modeled by

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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Fairy Lamp

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Porcelain

Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque
Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque

Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque

$3,035Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 13 in

Antique French Crystal Sconces Baccarat style 4 Light Wall candelbras Baroque

By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat, Maison Baguès, Swarovski, Maison Charles

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

. The evolution of "fairy lamps" in the mid-19th century also marked a significant moment, with the

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Fairy Lamp

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Crystal, Bronze

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Pair of fine French 19th century Bayeaux Paris lamps
Pair of fine French 19th century Bayeaux Paris lamps

Pair of fine French 19th century Bayeaux Paris lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

frosted globes. The lamps have scenic fairy tale oriental figures. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE

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19th Century French Antique Fairy Lamp

Small Folk Art "Candle" Lamp in Painted Metal, circa 1900
Small Folk Art "Candle" Lamp in Painted Metal, circa 1900

Small Folk Art "Candle" Lamp in Painted Metal, circa 1900

Located in Pasadena, CA

This small rustic circa 1900 "candle" or fairy lamp with the base in the form of a lily pad or

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Early 20th Century North American Folk Art Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Metal

19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Crystal Table Lamp
19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Crystal Table Lamp

19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Crystal Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

. This Classic ormolu cut crystal lamp has been converted to electricity from a Clarke's Fairy light

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Late 19th Century Antique Fairy Lamp

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Crystal, Ormolu

19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Faceted Crystal Table Lamp
19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Faceted Crystal Table Lamp

19th Century Ormolu Clarke's Cricklite Faceted Crystal Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

. This classic ormolu cut crystal lamp has been converted to electricity from a Clarke's Fairy light

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Late 19th Century Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

19th Century Clarke's Cricklite Crystal and Ormolu Table Lamp
19th Century Clarke's Cricklite Crystal and Ormolu Table Lamp

19th Century Clarke's Cricklite Crystal and Ormolu Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

. This Classic ormolu cut crystal lamp has been converted to electricity from a Clarke's Fairy light

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Late 19th Century Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

High Victorian Era Early Electric Brass Iron Floor Lamp
High Victorian Era Early Electric Brass Iron Floor Lamp

High Victorian Era Early Electric Brass Iron Floor Lamp

By Fairies

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Hubbard or fairies adjustable floor lamp. Fully functional, strudy and level. Base: Diameter 8 x

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Early 1900s American High Victorian Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique Wall Lamp with Green Glass Shade by Fairies
Antique Wall Lamp with Green Glass Shade by Fairies

Antique Wall Lamp with Green Glass Shade by Fairies

By Fairies

Located in New York, NY

Antique wall lamp with green glass shade by Fairies. USA, circa 1910. Item may be

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Early 20th Century American Antique Fairy Lamp

Antique Wall Lamp by Fairies with Mercury Glass Shade
Antique Wall Lamp by Fairies with Mercury Glass Shade

Antique Wall Lamp by Fairies with Mercury Glass Shade

By Fairies

Located in New York, NY

Antique wall lamp by Fairies with vintage mercury glass shade. USA, circa 1910. Features an

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Early 20th Century American Antique Fairy Lamp

Jean Garnier, Pair of French Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamps
Jean Garnier, Pair of French Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamps

Jean Garnier, Pair of French Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamps

Located in København, Copenhagen

Jean Garnier (1853-1910) a pair of French Art Nouveau bronze table lamps, Fairies in landscape. In

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Fairy Lamp

A fine pair of 19th century French gilt bronze cherub lamps
A fine pair of 19th century French gilt bronze cherub lamps

A fine pair of 19th century French gilt bronze cherub lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine pair of 19th century French Louis Philippe gilt bronze finely detailed cherub lamps . Winged

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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Table Lamp by Fairies
Table Lamp by Fairies

Table Lamp by Fairies

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H 23 in W 6 in D 9.5 in

Table Lamp by Fairies

By Fairies

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Table lamp manufactured by Fairies in the early 1900s in the USA. Brass with waffled milk glass

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Early 1900s American Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Tall Brass Bankers Desk Lamp
Early 20th Century Tall Brass Bankers Desk Lamp

Early 20th Century Tall Brass Bankers Desk Lamp

Located in San Mateo, CA

Early 1900's tall brass desk lamp. Similar to the simplicity of the Fairies lamps from this period

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

Industrial Brass Yeomens Gooseneck Workshop Lamp
Industrial Brass Yeomens Gooseneck Workshop Lamp

Industrial Brass Yeomens Gooseneck Workshop Lamp

By Fairies, Bradley & Hubbard

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Shop-used and worn, with a battered green enameled shade. Fully functional, heavy.

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Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mary Gregory Fairy Lamp with Ruffled Rim
Mary Gregory Fairy Lamp with Ruffled Rim

Mary Gregory Fairy Lamp with Ruffled Rim

By Mary Gregory

Located in Salt Lake City, UT

Mary Gregory (American 1856-1908) enamel decorated cranberry glass fairy lamp with ruffled rim

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Glass

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Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce
Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce

Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce

$975 / item

H 16 in W 5 in D 12 in

Leather Meander Flexible Wall Sconce

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

Leather wrapped flexible arm wall light you can pose and adjust as you wish. This is our updated Meander Reader light with larger cone shade and new upward angled arm. Lamping: Sing...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Metal, Brass, Nickel

Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate
Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate

Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate

$885 / item

H 18.9 in W 7.09 in D 3.94 in

Smoked Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Central Brass Plate

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Wall sconces made of a piece of curved and wavy Murano glass with a central brass plate. Two lights per sconce. Price per sconce

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting

By Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

LU Louis Sconce AS
LU Louis Sconce AS

LU Louis Sconce AS

$1,550 / item

H 10 in W 7 in D 7.875 in

LU Louis Sconce AS

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass, Nickel

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off

H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö

By Örsjö Industri AB

Located in Glendale, CA

'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

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Textile

Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights

Florian Schulz Double Onos 55-Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights

By Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Really beautiful Florian Schulz double Onos 55-pendant lamp with one E27 / model for each lamp 100 Watt bulbs. Also available in US wired.  

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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

$5,228Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Burl, Poplar

Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin
Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin

Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin

$11,203 / set

H 29.14 in W 35.44 in D 29.93 in

Wooden armchairs by Studio Glustin

By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR

Superb pair of armchairs in beech wood upholstered with a bouclette fabric. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition
Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition

Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition

$5,544 / item

H 22.45 in Dm 17.72 in

Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition

By Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Big elegant desk lamp with two sockets All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.

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2010s European Art Deco Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Brass

Mae Console Table by Crump and Kwash
Mae Console Table by Crump and Kwash

Mae Console Table by Crump and Kwash

$6,500 / item

H 33 in W 84 in D 14 in

Mae Console Table by Crump and Kwash

By Crump and Kwash

Located in Baltimore City, MD

Mae console table by Crump and Kwash Hand turned, solid wood legs and cross members / Solid wood top / Veg tan woven leather shelf / Customizations available. Options Wood - Whit...

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2010s American Modern Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Leather, Maple, Oak, Walnut

Louis XVI Style Paneling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau
Louis XVI Style Paneling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau

Louis XVI Style Paneling with Louis XVI Period Mantel and Trumeau

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

This Louis XVI style paneled room is composed of two shelves and cupboards with double doors made of wood painted in light green in the 20th century. They frame a Louis XVI period m...

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1950s French Louis XVI Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Wood

Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...

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1720s Spanish Baroque Antique Fairy Lamp

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

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Antique Fairy Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique fairy lamp available at 1stDibs. An antique fairy lamp — often made from metal, ceramic and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique fairy lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique fairy lamp bearing Art Nouveau, Art Deco or neoclassical hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique fairy lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Fairies, Gustav Gurschner and Royal Worcester produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Fairy Lamp?

The average selling price for an antique fairy lamp at 1stDibs is $2,792, while they’re typically $625 on the low end and $15,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Fairy Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.