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French Black Porcelain Table Lamp
French Black Porcelain Table Lamp

French Black Porcelain Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A single French circa 1900 porcelain table lamp with gilt bronze base with Chinese porcelain body.

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Porcelain

Venetian Style Figural Putti Floor Candelabra Lamp
Venetian Style Figural Putti Floor Candelabra Lamp

Venetian Style Figural Putti Floor Candelabra Lamp

Located in BŘECLAV, CZ

Crafted in brass with a solid wooden base, the lamp combines sculptural quality with practical use.

Category

Early 1900s Italian Rococo Revival Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Metal, Brass

Early Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, Denmark
Early Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, Denmark

Early Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, Denmark

Located in Kastrup, DK

Art Deco table lamp made of solid brass with a turned column and a round, heavy base.

Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Arts and Craft Floor Lamp
Arts and Craft Floor Lamp

Arts and Craft Floor Lamp

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

Arts and Craft Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1918 Mortar Shell converted in to the floor lamp .Brass base and metal,probably from the World War I period .

Category

1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Rifle Floor Lamp With Its Lampshade
Rifle Floor Lamp With Its Lampshade

Rifle Floor Lamp With Its Lampshade

Located in Brussels, Brussels

floor lamp with a wrought iron base and an infantry rifle from the early 20th century and a lampshade Original and unique piece formed with a very beautiful wrought iron base as well...

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Aesthetic Movement Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Wrought Iron

Single Art Deco Glass Lamp
Single Art Deco Glass Lamp

Single Art Deco Glass Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1920's French glass ball table lamp with square glass base. Measurements: Height of body: 13.5" Height to shade rest: 24" Diameter: 5.5"

Category

1920s French Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Glass

Grand Tour Gilt Lion & Fluted Column Table Lamp
Grand Tour Gilt Lion & Fluted Column Table Lamp

Grand Tour Gilt Lion & Fluted Column Table Lamp

Located in Lincoln, GB

The entire composition is set upon an architectural octagonal base. The lamp is finished in a sophisticated combination of hand-applied gold leaf and a distressed faux-porphyry pain...

Category

19th Century British Grand Tour Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Giltwood

Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp
Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp

Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

Art Nouveau brass table lamp with head at base and stone inserts on shade.

Category

Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp
French Art Nouveau Table Lamp

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp

$1,560Sale Price|37% Off

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very unique lamp. The base is ceramic and has a g Murano glass shade.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Ceramic, Murano Glass

Late 19thC Brass Oil Table Lamp
Late 19thC Brass Oil Table Lamp

Late 19thC Brass Oil Table Lamp

Located in Altrincham, GB

Late 19thC Brass Oil Table Lamp, the base adorned with three Roman soldiers on a mahogany base - converted to electric - 14" diam x 28"h - The lampshade(s) are newly handmade silks b...

Category

1880s English High Victorian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Large 18th Century Japanese Imari Table Lamp
Large 18th Century Japanese Imari Table Lamp

Large 18th Century Japanese Imari Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

A superb large early 18th century Japanese Imari baluster vase, decorated with floral and foliate garden scenes in the typical Imari palette of iron reds and blues with gold highligh...

Category

Early 18th Century Japanese Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Lamp Signed Schneider
Art Deco Lamp Signed Schneider

Art Deco Lamp Signed Schneider

By Charles Schneider

Located in NANTES, FR

Art deco lamp circa 1925 wrought iron base decorated with roses.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Wrought Iron

Muller Frères Luneville Art Nouveau Lamp
Muller Frères Luneville Art Nouveau Lamp

Muller Frères Luneville Art Nouveau Lamp

By Muller Fres Lunneville

Located in NANTES, FR

Sublime Art Nouveau lamp circa 1905. Bronze base, acid-etched glass paste tulip decorated with anemone flowers.

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Early 1900s Chocolate, Glazed Lamp
Early 1900s Chocolate, Glazed Lamp

Early 1900s Chocolate, Glazed Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A robust, hand-painted and richly glazed table lamp atop a pierced, ormolu base. Surmounted by a custom, pleated, silk shade.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Metal

Tall brass corinthian column table lamp
Tall brass corinthian column table lamp

Tall brass corinthian column table lamp

Located in Cheshire, GB

Brass table lamp, having a Corinthian column on a stepped square base.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

1930’s McIntosh Biolite floor lamp
1930’s McIntosh Biolite floor lamp

1930’s McIntosh Biolite floor lamp

By A.H. McIntosh Furniture

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

From the machined brass fittings to the porcelain base, this lamp is a perfect tribute to the 1930’s physical culture movement, where every aspect of life was tailored towards perfec...

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Steel

Antique Table Lamp French Art Deco Diana
Antique Table Lamp French Art Deco Diana

Antique Table Lamp French Art Deco Diana

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Height to the top of milk glass globular shade 42cm Height to the top of brass lamp 32cm Base width 11cm Base depth 14cm

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

French table lamp Louis XVI marble
French table lamp Louis XVI marble

French table lamp Louis XVI marble

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This extraordinary table lamp with a marble base in the shape of a narrow amphora, standing on a square base and a marble bowl, comes in very good condition.

Category

Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Marble

French Art Nouveau Style Floor Lamp
French Art Nouveau Style Floor Lamp

French Art Nouveau Style Floor Lamp

Located in Buchanan, NY

This elegant French Art Nouveau style floor lamp features an elaborate tripod base, adding a touch of sophistication to any room.

Category

1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Silver Plate Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Silver Plate Corinthian Column Table Lamp

Silver Plate Corinthian Column Table Lamp

Located in Cheshire, GB

Silverplate table lamp, having a Corinthian column on square stepped base.

Category

Early 20th Century British Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Silver Plate

Tiffany Studios Apple Blossom Table lamp
Tiffany Studios Apple Blossom Table lamp

Tiffany Studios Apple Blossom Table lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Dallas, TX

Tiffany Studios Apple Blossom Leaded Glass and Bronze Table Lamp, The patinated bronze base with with Acorn design in wonderful condition gives a great stature to the pink floral app...

Category

1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Marble Vases As Lamps
Louis XVI Marble Vases As Lamps

Louis XVI Marble Vases As Lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

A fabulous pair of Louis XVI marble vases with bronze dore faces and swags converted into lamps. Circa 1860, France. Base is six inches square.

Category

1860s French Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Paul Follot Sculpted Floor Lamp
Paul Follot Sculpted Floor Lamp

Paul Follot Sculpted Floor Lamp

By Paul Follot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French, Art Deco floor lamp in sculpted mahogany with original gilding, by Paul Follot, circa 1923. 60 high to top of base.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Wood

Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel
Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel

Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel

$1,120Sale Price|20% Off

Napoleon III Table Lamp Enamel

Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Napoleon III table lamp onix base, enamel champlevé, circa 1900 origin France electrified 220 w perfect condition.

Category

Early 1900s French Napoleon III Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

A Nineteenth Century Pink Glass Lamp
A Nineteenth Century Pink Glass Lamp

A Nineteenth Century Pink Glass Lamp

Located in London, England

An elegant and shapely pink faceted glass lamp on gothic brass base with pierced gallery of spade feet.

Category

Mid-19th Century European Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Ormolu and Tole French Bouillotte Lamp
Ormolu and Tole French Bouillotte Lamp

Ormolu and Tole French Bouillotte Lamp

Located in Locust Valley, NY

An ormolu and tole French bouillotte lamp with three arms and circular base. The beautiful lamp is fitted with a key motif finial with an arrow beneath, a black tole shade decorated...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Italian Blue Wood Lamps
Pair of Italian Blue Wood Lamps

Pair of Italian Blue Wood Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian circa 1920's painted and gilt wood table lamps with pedestal base. Measurements: Height of body: 14" Base: 5" square

Category

1920s Italian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Wood

Articulating Table Lamp with Rare Enamel Speckle Ware Shade
Articulating Table Lamp with Rare Enamel Speckle Ware Shade

Articulating Table Lamp with Rare Enamel Speckle Ware Shade

Located in Peekskill, NY

This is a long articulating table lamp. I believe the base was made by Faries Lamp Co.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Antique Danish Cast Bronze Table Lamp
Antique Danish Cast Bronze Table Lamp

Antique Danish Cast Bronze Table Lamp

Located in Søborg, DK

Antique cast bronze table lamp. Amazing quality and casting to the base and stem of the lamp.

Category

1910s Danish Late Victorian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau Alabaster and Pewter Table Lamp (1910)
Art Nouveau Alabaster and Pewter Table Lamp (1910)

Art Nouveau Alabaster and Pewter Table Lamp (1910)

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

The lamp features a solid pewter base with the fluid, nature-inspired lines characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement, paired with a natural alabaster bowl shade.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Alabaster, Pewter

Pair of English Regency Style Celadon Glass Table Lamps
Pair of English Regency Style Celadon Glass Table Lamps

Pair of English Regency Style Celadon Glass Table Lamps

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of English Regency style (19th Century) celadon glass table lamps with gold chain design and bronze base. Originally oil lamps now fitted with electricity (PRICED AS Pair).

Category

19th Century English Regency Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Wrought Iron Candlestick Lamps
Pair of Wrought Iron Candlestick Lamps

Pair of Wrought Iron Candlestick Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1920's electrified French wrought iron candlestick lamps with footed base. Measurements: height: 15?.

Category

1920s Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Wrought Iron

Famille Verte late 19th Century Chinese Baluster Table Lamp
Famille Verte late 19th Century Chinese Baluster Table Lamp

Famille Verte late 19th Century Chinese Baluster Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

A fine late 19th century early 20th century Chinese famille verte baluster vase, decorated with exotic birds amongst trees and foliage and rocky outcrops with further stylised foliat...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century English Cut Crystal Column Lamp
19th Century English Cut Crystal Column Lamp

19th Century English Cut Crystal Column Lamp

Located in London, GB

Condition: Minor nibbles typical of the age and type but overall in good condition. 48cm H to the base of the lamp holder. Base diameter 20cm. Overall height including shade: 72cm.

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Crystal

Modernist oak and leather table lamp, Netherlands 1930s
Modernist oak and leather table lamp, Netherlands 1930s

Modernist oak and leather table lamp, Netherlands 1930s

By Axel Vervoordt, Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet, Charlotte Perriand

Located in ECHT, NL

Hand crafted modernist table lamp. The base is made from solid wood. The central piece of the lamp is suspended between 4 pillars mounted on an octagonal base.

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Leather, Wood

Extremely Rare Iron Tree Table Lamp
Extremely Rare Iron Tree Table Lamp

Extremely Rare Iron Tree Table Lamp

Located in North Miami, FL

Reminiscent of Art Nouveau design - extremely fine iron work makes this a sculptural tree table lamp. Four dragon gaurdians at base and delicate detail on leaves and 5 lights - newly...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Stone Lamp With Shade
19th Century French Stone Lamp With Shade

19th Century French Stone Lamp With Shade

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

A wonderful 19th Century French decorative stone finial, skilfully converted into a stylish and useful lamp. Decorative fluted base with moulded top with a dark shade.

Category

19th Century French Country Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Stone

Vintage Chinese Ginger Jar Conversion Lamp
Vintage Chinese Ginger Jar Conversion Lamp

Vintage Chinese Ginger Jar Conversion Lamp

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Brushed bronze top and finial on top and the lamp sits on a solid wood base. The lamp part is more modern and is a 3 way switch for desired brightness.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Cherub Statuette Converted to a Table Lamp
Bronze Cherub Statuette Converted to a Table Lamp

Bronze Cherub Statuette Converted to a Table Lamp

By Auguste Moreau

Located in Altrincham, GB

After Auguste Moreau Cold Painted Bronze Cherub converted to a table lamp on a marble base - signed - 12" diam x 24"h - The lampshade(s) are newly handmade silks by the same maker as...

Category

Late 19th Century French Beaux Arts Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV Bronze Dore Table Lamp
French Louis XV Bronze Dore Table Lamp

French Louis XV Bronze Dore Table Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

French Louis XV-style (19th Century) bronze dore table lamp with Neptune & dolphins at base holding glass globe with etched stars fabricated from a compote base.

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Antique Classical Ormolu Aladdin Table Lamp 20th Century
Antique Classical Ormolu Aladdin Table Lamp 20th Century

Antique Classical Ormolu Aladdin Table Lamp 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid gilded ormolu marble based table lamp dating from the early 20th Century.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Ormolu

Italian Renaissance Revival Ceramic Table Lamp, Deruta, 1880-1900
Italian Renaissance Revival Ceramic Table Lamp, Deruta, 1880-1900

Italian Renaissance Revival Ceramic Table Lamp, Deruta, 1880-1900

By Deruta, Cantagalli, Amitābha Studio

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

Exquisitely handcrafted by Amitābha Studio in Amsterdam from a 19th-century Italian Renaissance Revival vase (circa 1880–1900), Cosimo is a one-of-a-kind table lamp. The base—a richl...

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp
French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp

French Empire Bronze Swan Table Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style 20th century bronze doré 2 swan arm round base bouillotte table lamp with oval green tole shade.

Category

Late 19th Century Empire Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

A Fine Arts and Crafts Standard Lamp
A Fine Arts and Crafts Standard Lamp

A Fine Arts and Crafts Standard Lamp

Located in London, GB

A late nineteenth century arts and crafts brass and polished steel standard lamp with a tripod base and coiled decoration.

Category

Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass, Steel

Art Deco Standard or Floor Lamp, Interesting Shade
Art Deco Standard or Floor Lamp, Interesting Shade

Art Deco Standard or Floor Lamp, Interesting Shade

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Standard or Floor Lamp, Interesting Shade This is a classic piece of it’s time the lamp has a square base supporting a square column , it come with a very interesting lamps...

Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Oak

Persian Style Earthenware Vase Table Lamps
Persian Style Earthenware Vase Table Lamps

Persian Style Earthenware Vase Table Lamps

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Middle Eastern Persian style 19th-20th century glazed earthenware square vase lamps on black lacquered base with figures and floral decoration.

Category

Late 19th Century Asian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Earthenware

French Victorian Porcelain Cherub Oil Lamp
French Victorian Porcelain Cherub Oil Lamp

French Victorian Porcelain Cherub Oil Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian porcelain oil lamp with triple cupid base and decorated globe with chimney

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Porcelain

Large William IV Gilt-Bronze & Faux Lapis Lazuli Lamp
Large William IV Gilt-Bronze & Faux Lapis Lazuli Lamp

Large William IV Gilt-Bronze & Faux Lapis Lazuli Lamp

Located in Kent, Dover

A large English, William IV gilt bronze lamp with a hexagonal base lapis lazuli painted central column and gilt bronze leaves.

Category

1830s English William IV Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Bronze

Neoclassic Grand Tour Style Table Lamp
Neoclassic Grand Tour Style Table Lamp

Neoclassic Grand Tour Style Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A cast bronze neoclassic style tripod base table lamp, with figure on body and tripod base.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Lamp Base

Dark Green Metal Column Table Lamp
Dark Green Metal Column Table Lamp

Dark Green Metal Column Table Lamp

Located in Copenhagen, K

A column-shaped 1920s Neo-classical toleware and bronze table lamp. Then base has a green paint and patinated finish, with acanthus leaves around the neck.

Category

1920s European Neoclassical Revival Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Tôle

French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu Bouillotte lamp
French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu Bouillotte lamp

French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu Bouillotte lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An elegant and high quality French 19th century Louis XV st. Ormolu Bouillotte lamp. This wonderful three light candelabra mounted into a lamp features a circular base with raised si...

Category

19th Century French Louis XV Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Ormolu

Roman Grand Tour Style Table Lamp
Roman Grand Tour Style Table Lamp

Roman Grand Tour Style Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

An American, circa 1920s cast bronze Roman style tripod base table lamp with a goddess represented on body and paw feet.

Category

1920s American Antique Lamp Base

Flemish 17th century carved oak and brass table lamp
Flemish 17th century carved oak and brass table lamp

Flemish 17th century carved oak and brass table lamp

Located in Castle Douglas, GB

An oak and brass table lamp The triform base from a 17th century Flemish candlestand, carved with a man's head to each face and scrolling acanthus leaves, mounted with the gilt brass...

Category

17th Century Belgian Other Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp
Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp

Tiffany Studios Dogwood Floral Stained Glass Table Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Dallas, TX

One Leviton paddle switch different from the other two. Nice patina to lamp shade and base with a few scratches to base.

Category

Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Arita Hand Painted Porcelain Vase Baluster Lamp.
Antique Japanese Arita Hand Painted Porcelain Vase Baluster Lamp.

Antique Japanese Arita Hand Painted Porcelain Vase Baluster Lamp.

Located in Vero Beach, FL

The hand handwritten kanji inscription translates the porcelain’s origins to a shop in Tokyo, Japan and the giltwork technique employed. The lamp is mounted on a wood carved base. L...

Category

19th Century Japanese Other Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

19th Century Electroplated Corinthian Column Table Lamp
19th Century Electroplated Corinthian Column Table Lamp

19th Century Electroplated Corinthian Column Table Lamp

Located in Cheshire, GB

Electroplated table lamp, having a Corinthian column on a stepped square base.

Category

Late 19th Century British Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Stainless Steel

Simulated Bamboo Floor  Lamp     A very attractive piece
Simulated Bamboo Floor  Lamp     A very attractive piece

Simulated Bamboo Floor Lamp A very attractive piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Simulated Bamboo Floor Lamp A very attractive piece, the base of the lamp is turned and it has a chunky black column turned to look like giant bamboo The lamp is all working, ...

Category

1920s Art Deco Antique Lamp Base

Materials

Beech

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Antique Lamp Base For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the antique lamp base you’re looking for. Each antique lamp base for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and ceramic. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique lamp base — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right antique lamp base, those designed in Art Nouveau, Arts and Crafts and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique lamp base over the years, but those crafted by Tiffany Studios, Pairpoint Glassworks and Louis Comfort Tiffany are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Lamp Base?

Prices for an antique lamp base can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $145 and can go as high as $140,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,850.

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Questions About Antique Lamp Base
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A lamp base is the lighting element of the lamp which attaches to the lamp body. They are traditionally made up of nickel-plated brass.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The base of a lamp is usually just called the lamp base. Manufacturers and artisans produce lamp bases out of a wide range of materials, including metal, wood, glass and pottery. Find a selection of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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.