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Chinese Qing Dynasty Blue and White Jar Vase Table Lamp
Chinese Qing Dynasty Blue and White Jar Vase Table Lamp

Chinese Qing Dynasty Blue and White Jar Vase Table Lamp

Located in Kinderhook, NY

vase cap French-wired and mounted with solid brass height-adjustable double-socket lamp-body for use as

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Alabaster Urn Lamps - a Pair
Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Alabaster Urn Lamps - a Pair

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Alabaster Urn Lamps - a Pair

Located in New York, NY

beautiful veined surface with soft gray hues. Each lamp has a single bulb socket and is newly rewired with a

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Alabaster

French Art Deco Table Lamp Pink Glass Shade Signed "Degué"
French Art Deco Table Lamp Pink Glass Shade Signed "Degué"

French Art Deco Table Lamp Pink Glass Shade Signed "Degué"

By Degué

Located in Beirut, LB

a sturdy and elegant chrome plated bronze base with three bulb sockets. The table lamp can be

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Pair of French Patinated Bronze Oil Lamps with Ormolu Mounts
Pair of French Patinated Bronze Oil Lamps with Ormolu Mounts

Pair of French Patinated Bronze Oil Lamps with Ormolu Mounts

By Gagneau Paris

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Lafayette. The lamp is 18 inches high to the top of the lamp not including the lamp rod and sockets, 27

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Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

French Bouillotte Bronze 2 Candle Table Lamp with Black Tole Shade
French Bouillotte Bronze 2 Candle Table Lamp with Black Tole Shade

French Bouillotte Bronze 2 Candle Table Lamp with Black Tole Shade

Located in Sheffield, MA

. The lamp features a bronze base with two candle light sockets. Lamp measures 19.5 x 16.5 x 6 inches

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Polished Brass and Glass Jewel Art Nouveau Table Lamp, circa 1900
Polished Brass and Glass Jewel Art Nouveau Table Lamp, circa 1900

Polished Brass and Glass Jewel Art Nouveau Table Lamp, circa 1900

Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen

A wonderful Art Nouveau brass and glass jewel table lamp, circa 1900. Socket: One x e 27 Newly

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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Arts & Crafts Bent Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920
Antique Bradley & Hubbard Arts & Crafts Bent Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Arts & Crafts Bent Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Bradley & Hubbard Arts & Crafts Bent Slag Glass Triple Socket Table Lamp C1920 Measures

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Era Leaded Table Lamp
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Era Leaded Table Lamp

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Era Leaded Table Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

example of this period lamp. 3 sockets. In excellent condition, no cracks or damage. Recently re-wired

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Glass

Vintage Black Table Lamp by Christian Dell for Kaiser Idell, 1930s
Vintage Black Table Lamp by Christian Dell for Kaiser Idell, 1930s

Vintage Black Table Lamp by Christian Dell for Kaiser Idell, 1930s

By Kaiser Idell

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Germany during the 1930s .Lamp has two adjustable joints. Socket for E 27 bulbs, new wire. Fully

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Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Design Italian Minimalist Floor Lamp Style 1950s Stilnovo Brass Black
Midcentury Design Italian Minimalist Floor Lamp Style 1950s Stilnovo Brass Black

Midcentury Design Italian Minimalist Floor Lamp Style 1950s Stilnovo Brass Black

By Stilnovo

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

floor lamp has six-light sockets. The position of the shades can be fully adjust to your own wishes

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of French Art Deco Floral Table Lamps Signed by Sabino
Pair of French Art Deco Floral Table Lamps Signed by Sabino

Pair of French Art Deco Floral Table Lamps Signed by Sabino

By Marius-Ernest Sabino

Located in North Bergen, NJ

candelabra sockets in each lamp. For a total of 180 watts per lamp. The metal base of the lamp diameter is

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1920s Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Glass

Antique Bradley & Hubbard School Two-Tone Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920
Antique Bradley & Hubbard School Two-Tone Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920

Antique Bradley & Hubbard School Two-Tone Slag Glass Table Lamp C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Bradley & Hubbard School Two-Tone Slag Glass Table Lamp with Cast Double Socket Urn-Form

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal

French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Ram's Head Table Lamp
French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Ram's Head Table Lamp

French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Ram's Head Table Lamp

Located in Barntrup, DE

table lamp has one original socket for E 27 light bulb, is newly rewired and has a new lamp shade. The

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1920s French Louis XVI Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Vintage Emerald Green Glass and Metal Free Standing Floor Lamp, circa 1930
Vintage Emerald Green Glass and Metal Free Standing Floor Lamp, circa 1930

Vintage Emerald Green Glass and Metal Free Standing Floor Lamp, circa 1930

Located in San Francisco, CA

floor lamp with two sockets Dimensions: 9.5" square at the base x 56" high to the socket x 64" to the

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Spelter

Unique Ceramic Table Lamp by Møller & Bøgely, Art Nouveau, Denmark, 1910s
Unique Ceramic Table Lamp by Møller & Bøgely, Art Nouveau, Denmark, 1910s

Unique Ceramic Table Lamp by Møller & Bøgely, Art Nouveau, Denmark, 1910s

By Møller & Bogely

Located in Odense, DK

: Lamp height incl. shade: 60 cm. Lamp base height incl. socket: 43 cm. Lamp base diameter: 19 cm. Shade

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1910s Danish Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Handmade Iron Chain Link Table Lamp with Arts and Crafts Feel.
Vintage Handmade Iron Chain Link Table Lamp with Arts and Crafts Feel.

Vintage Handmade Iron Chain Link Table Lamp with Arts and Crafts Feel.

Located in Houston, TX

high to top of socket (including base). Lamp base is 2 inches high and 5.5 inches diameter. Sold

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1920s Belgian Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Iron

Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster & Marble Lamp on Pedestal Figural Nude Deco Maiden
Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster & Marble Lamp on Pedestal Figural Nude Deco Maiden

Art Nouveau Carved Alabaster & Marble Lamp on Pedestal Figural Nude Deco Maiden

Located in Philadelphia, PA

illuminating single socket fixture. The lamp rests on a spiral carved marble pedestal base with relief carved

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Alabaster, Marble

Arts & Crafts Bronze & Two-Tone Slag Glass Lamp, Bradley & Hubbard School, C1920
Arts & Crafts Bronze & Two-Tone Slag Glass Lamp, Bradley & Hubbard School, C1920

Arts & Crafts Bronze & Two-Tone Slag Glass Lamp, Bradley & Hubbard School, C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

Arts & Crafts Bronze & Two-Tone Slag Glass Lamp with Double Sockets, Floral Urn & Swag Elements, in

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Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Sea Green Rookwood Style American Arts & Crafts Vase Mounted as a Lamp
Sea Green Rookwood Style American Arts & Crafts Vase Mounted as a Lamp

Sea Green Rookwood Style American Arts & Crafts Vase Mounted as a Lamp

By Rookwood Pottery Co.

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

American Arts & Crafts, Sea green Rookwood style Vase mounted as a lamp. Finely painted with

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Pottery

Antique Regency Blue John or Derbyshire Spar Urn Mounted as a Lamp
Antique Regency Blue John or Derbyshire Spar Urn Mounted as a Lamp

Antique Regency Blue John or Derbyshire Spar Urn Mounted as a Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

increases in proximity to the sockets. Lamp is not fuctional and will require rewiring. Some old

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Early 20th Century English Regency Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Precious Stone

Large Antique Copper Ship Lanterns as Corner Table Lamps w/ Rope Base, Pair
Large Antique Copper Ship Lanterns as Corner Table Lamps w/ Rope Base, Pair

Large Antique Copper Ship Lanterns as Corner Table Lamps w/ Rope Base, Pair

Located in San Francisco, CA

signaling and navigation. They are newly made into table lamps with a stem and socket in a matching finish

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass, Copper, Steel

Pair of French Cut-Glass Font Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Etched Glass Shades
Pair of French Cut-Glass Font Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Etched Glass Shades

Pair of French Cut-Glass Font Oil Lamp Converted to Electric Etched Glass Shades

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

. European wiring: 1 x E14 light bulb socket each lamp. Measures: Total height 23.75" / diameter 6" (60 cm

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Red and Gold Tole Tea Canister Lamps with Black Card Shades - A Pair
Victorian Red and Gold Tole Tea Canister Lamps with Black Card Shades - A Pair

Victorian Red and Gold Tole Tea Canister Lamps with Black Card Shades - A Pair

Located in Morristown, NJ

numbered 5 and 6 respectively, mounted with a brass stem socket. The lamps have black shades in an empire

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Late 19th Century English Chinese Export Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal

Glass Art Deco Chandelier by Imperialites
Glass Art Deco Chandelier by Imperialites

Glass Art Deco Chandelier by Imperialites

By Imperialites

Located in South Charleston, WV

lamps sockets are provided for illumination providing ample light for a large room. The unique way the

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Glass

Set of Louis XVI Wall Lights made of Gilded Linden Wood
Set of Louis XVI Wall Lights made of Gilded Linden Wood

Set of Louis XVI Wall Lights made of Gilded Linden Wood

Located in Hannover, DE

lamp sockets have an E14 screw thread, and for our friends in the American market, we've included E12

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17th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Painted Antique Louis XVI Style Tôle Peinte Parfums Later Mounted
Pair of Painted Antique Louis XVI Style Tôle Peinte Parfums Later Mounted

Pair of Painted Antique Louis XVI Style Tôle Peinte Parfums Later Mounted

Located in Nashville, TN

and torches. The gilded handles on the lamp each in Empire style with Bacchus masks. Each lamp with

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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Tôle

Art Nouveau Chandelier Made of Amber Alabaster and Glass Flowers, France
Art Nouveau Chandelier Made of Amber Alabaster and Glass Flowers, France

Art Nouveau Chandelier Made of Amber Alabaster and Glass Flowers, France

Located in Hannover, DE

touch of warmth and elegance, completing the beautiful picture. The lamp sockets are bayonet-type bulbs

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Alabaster, Brass, Bronze

Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamps, Electrified
Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamps, Electrified

Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamps, Electrified

By Humphrey Lamp Company

Located in Peekskill, NY

the lamp with two sockets and not destroy any of the original gas parts. These lamps are priced per so

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Glass

Rare Cobalt Blue 1901 Humphrey Gas Lamp, Electrified
Rare Cobalt Blue 1901 Humphrey Gas Lamp, Electrified

Rare Cobalt Blue 1901 Humphrey Gas Lamp, Electrified

By Humphrey Lamp Company

Located in Peekskill, NY

glass globe is still boldly signed, The Humphrey. We were able to electrify the lamp with three sockets

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Steel

Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910
Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910

Wooden Carved Lusterweibchen of a Medieval Noble Lady ca. 1910

Located in Berghuelen, DE

. Mounted on a pair of large fallow deer trophies with a pair of electrified lamp sockets with antique glass

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Early 20th Century German Victorian Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Iron

Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900
Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900

Antique Handcarved Lusterweibchen of an Angel ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

pair of fallow deer antlers. It features a metal suspension and 2 handforged metal lamp sockets

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Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Iron

Antique Luster of a Medieval Hunter ca. 1900s
Antique Luster of a Medieval Hunter ca. 1900s

Antique Luster of a Medieval Hunter ca. 1900s

Located in Berghuelen, DE

hand-forged iron suspension and four electrified lamp sockets. Made in Germany around 1900. Very good

Category

Late 19th Century German Victorian Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal

Humphrey Converted Gas Lamp
Humphrey Converted Gas Lamp

Humphrey Converted Gas Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

still has its original signed glass globe. We were able to electrify the lamp with three sockets. The

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Porcelain

Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamp, Electrified
Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamp, Electrified

Large Rare 1901 Humphery Gas Lamp, Electrified

Located in Peekskill, NY

parts are intact. We were able to electrify the lamp with 4 sockets and not distroy any of the original

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Steel

Orientalist Vienna Bronze Cold Painted Group, Teacher and Students, Lamp
Orientalist Vienna Bronze Cold Painted Group, Teacher and Students, Lamp

Orientalist Vienna Bronze Cold Painted Group, Teacher and Students, Lamp

By Bergmann Foundry

Located in Petaluma, CA

lamp, although someone removed the socket and the wiring. It has what is necessary for us to convert

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Early 20th Century Austrian Moorish Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Murano Vintage Glass Lamp Millefiori Fratelli Toso, circa 1920-1925
Murano Vintage Glass Lamp Millefiori Fratelli Toso, circa 1920-1925

Murano Vintage Glass Lamp Millefiori Fratelli Toso, circa 1920-1925

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Vienna, AT

existing) The lamp's electrics / luminaire is working (the lamp & bulb socket / lamp holder is ORIGINAL

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1920s Italian Other Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Glass

Pair of Fine French Napoleon III Doré Bronze Candlestick Lamps
Pair of Fine French Napoleon III Doré Bronze Candlestick Lamps

Pair of Fine French Napoleon III Doré Bronze Candlestick Lamps

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A pair of fine antique bronze candlesticks that have been electrified. Beautiful doré lamps with

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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Wrought Iron Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1920s
Art Deco Wrought Iron Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1920s

Art Deco Wrought Iron Ceiling Lamp by Muller Freres, Luneville, 1920s

By Muller Frères

Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP

Art Deco Chandelier by Muller Freres - 1920s. This original pendant lamp captivates with its

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted High-Relief Glass Five-Light Chandelier
Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted High-Relief Glass Five-Light Chandelier

Large French Art Deco Brass Frosted High-Relief Glass Five-Light Chandelier

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

circa 1920-1930. Five-light: Dome shade with two E27 bulb sockets, lamp arms with three E14 bulb

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Large Brass Frosted Glass Seven-Light Chandelier
Art Deco Large Brass Frosted Glass Seven-Light Chandelier

Art Deco Large Brass Frosted Glass Seven-Light Chandelier

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

. Seven-light: Dome shade with two E27 light bulb sockets, lamp arms with five E14 light bulb sockets

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Wood Five-Light Chandelier
Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Wood Five-Light Chandelier

Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Wood Five-Light Chandelier

Located in Barntrup, DE

frosted floral glass lamp shade and original E27 socket with new wiring. Bronze parts are decorated with

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1910s French Art Deco Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Bronze

Art Nouveau French Brass and Cut Glass Pendant Chandelier, 1920s
Art Nouveau French Brass and Cut Glass Pendant Chandelier, 1920s

Art Nouveau French Brass and Cut Glass Pendant Chandelier, 1920s

Located in Barntrup, DE

clear, cut glass lamp shade. One socket for E27 (E26) light bulb - has been replaced with a new one

Category

1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Brass

French Wall Sconces Gilt Metal With Porcelain Flowers, Set 2, 1930s
French Wall Sconces Gilt Metal With Porcelain Flowers, Set 2, 1930s

French Wall Sconces Gilt Metal With Porcelain Flowers, Set 2, 1930s

Located in Bastogne, BE

were used. Double arm sconce is designed to use 2 lamp with a E14 socket. The wiring is in working

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1920s French Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Petite Pâte de Verre Table Lamp by Gabriel Argy-Rousseau
Petite Pâte de Verre Table Lamp by Gabriel Argy-Rousseau

Petite Pâte de Verre Table Lamp by Gabriel Argy-Rousseau

By Gabriel Argy-Rousseau

Located in New York, NY

. Signiture in shade. New wiring and socket. *This lamp comes directly from the original owner's collection

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1920s Art Nouveau Antique Lamp Sockets

Pair of Carved Limestone Tree Trunk Lamps
Pair of Carved Limestone Tree Trunk Lamps

Pair of Carved Limestone Tree Trunk Lamps

Located in Nashville, TN

a painted wood sleeve that leads to the lamp socket. Topped off with round linen shades that are a

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Lamp Sockets

Materials

Limestone, Iron

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Antique Lamp Sockets For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of antique lamp sockets available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique lamp sockets — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Antique lamp sockets have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique lamp sockets to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Arts and Crafts and Industrial antique lamp sockets are of considerable interest. Bradley & Hubbard and Wilkinson Company each produced beautiful antique lamp sockets that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Lamp Sockets?

Antique lamp sockets can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,550, while the lowest priced sells for $400 and the highest can go for as much as $3,900.

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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.

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Questions About Antique Lamp Sockets
  • 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.