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Pair of Lamps 1930, Art Deco Period
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of lamps 1930, Art Deco period, Antique, two lights, gilded bronze. Measures: H 35cm, W
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

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Bronze

Antique Pair of Lamps 1930, Art Deco Period
Pair of Lamps 1930, Art Deco Period
H 13.78 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 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
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful heavy art deco brass table lamp. The lamp has a gorgeous original ceramic switch (see
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Brass Table Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful art deco brass table lamp. New wiring, Bulb: 1 x E25-E27.
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Brass Floor Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful Art Deco floor lamp made in former Czechoslovakia in the early 20th century. Made of
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Antique Art Deco Brass Floor Lamp, 1930's
Art Deco Brass Floor Lamp, 1930's
H 60.24 in W 25.6 in D 15.75 in
Rare Vintage Marbled Glass, Mushroom Table Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Rarely seen, vintage table lamp made of marbled glass. Partially new wiring. The cable is new
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Early 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Glass, Milk Glass

Rare Art Deco Brass & Milk Glass Table Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Unique art deco table lamp made of brass and milk glass with original plastic shade. Rarely seen in
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

1930’s McIntosh Biolite floor lamp
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
porcelain base, this lamp is a perfect tribute to the 1930’s physical culture movement, where every aspect
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Early 20th Century American Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Steel

Hala table lamp, scissor lamp, Netherlands 1930
By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Schwerin, MV
Workshop workstation lamp from the 1930s Manufacturer: Hala Leuchten, Zeist, Netherlands Designer
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Early 20th Century Dutch Bauhaus Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal

Antique French Gold Bronze Bouillotte Lamp, Circa 1930.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Gold Bronze Bouillotte Lamp, Circa 1930.
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Early 20th Century French Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Bronze

Circa 1930 Italian Carved Marble Table Lamp
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1930 Italian carved marble table lamp. The urn & support feature leaf carving. Grey & amber
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Marble

Chinese Art Deco Pottery Lamp, circa 1930
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Chinese Art Deco pottery lamp, circa 1930.  
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Art Deco Pottery Lamp, circa 1930
Chinese Art Deco Pottery Lamp, circa 1930
H 25.6 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Finnish 1930's curly birch table lamp
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Discover timeless elegance with our Finnish 1930's curly birch table lamp. This exquisite piece is
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Birch

Finnish 1930's curly birch table lamp
Finnish 1930's curly birch table lamp
H 16.15 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Finnish 1930's wrought iron floor lamp
By Antti Hakkarainen, Taidetakomo Hakkarainen
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Finnish 1930's wrought iron floor lamp, attributed to
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Early 20th Century Finnish Modern Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Wrought Iron

Finnish 1930's wrought iron floor lamp
Finnish 1930's wrought iron floor lamp
H 63 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Art Deco Glass Table Lamp Genet & Michon, 1930
By Genet & Michon
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare and elegant Art Deco table lamp by the renowned designers Philippe Genet and Lucien Michon
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal

Finnish 1930's functionalist floor lamp with table
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Step into the elegance of Scandinavian ingenuity with this exquisite Finnish 1930's functionalist
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Lamps 1930

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Nickel

French Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp c.1930
Located in London, GB
A French Art Deco wooden floor lamp C.1930 Constructed from turned solid beech wood. Presented
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Beech

French Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp c.1930
French Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp c.1930
H 55.91 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Pair 1930’s Empire Cut Crystal Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of very nice cut crystal table lamps with bronze fittings, French Empire style. newly UL
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1920s French Empire Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Art Deco Piano Lamp in Bronze and Brass, circa 1930
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Art Deco piano lamp in bronze and brass, circa 1930.
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1920s Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Art Deco Table Lamp With Glass Lampshade, 20th Century, Austria ca. 1930
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unusual table lamp from the Art Deco period in Austria around 1930. An absolute extraordinary piece
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

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Chrome

2 Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: glass, wood and Chrome, 1930
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
2 floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

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Chrome

Art Deco Chrome Table Lamp / Lantern, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Beautiful chrome Art Deco table or desk lamp with adjustable shade in three positions on each side
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Chrome

Cantagalli Majolica Urn Table Lamp with Warrior Portrait, Italy 1930-1950
By Cantagalli
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The striking hand-painted majolica lamp features the portrait of a warrior surrounded by
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Lamp model 201 by Bernard-Albin Gras for Ravel Clamart 1930
By G. R. A. S. Ravel, Bernard-albin Gras
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Architect lamp by Bernard Albin Gras for Ravel Clamart in the 30s (Ravel embossed on the metal, see
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal

Marble and Chrome Table Lamp, Art Deco Period, Signed France, 1930
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Marble and chrome table lamp. Art Deco period. Signed France, 1930.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Art Deco Lady Figurine Table Lamp Bronze Sculpture, French circa 1930
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a stunning figurine table lamp of a nude lady bronze Figurine sculpture made in France
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Wire, Bronze

Vintage Decorative Accent Lamp, English, Cast Alloy, Copper, Converted, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
lamp, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Of fascinating form and decorative appeal, with
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Lamps 1930

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Metal, Copper

Early 20th Century Bouillotte Style Brass & Metal Table Lamps, C.1930
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century Bouillotte style brass & metal table lamps, C.1930 Hand painted shades over
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Early 20th Century American Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal, Brass

art deco night light lamp in the style of Argy Rousseau circa 1930
By Gabriel Argy-Rousseau
Located in Mouscron, WHT
art deco night light lamp in the style of Argy Rousseau circa 1930 minimal shine on the top of the
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

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Bronze

Vintage Cafe Lamp, French, Ceramic, Gilt Metal, Decorative Table Light, C.1930
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
to the early 20th century, circa 1930. Fine table lamp with a colourful foliate appearance Displays
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Early 20th Century French Georgian Antique Lamps 1930

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Ceramic

Pair of black porcelain and brass 'Heiberg' table lamps, Denmark, 1930's
Located in Balen, BE
A stunning pair of very rare black porcelain Danish so-called Heiberg table lamps, made from black
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Wrought Iron and Daum Nancy Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1920-1930
By Daum
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wrought iron and Daum Nancy glass table lamp. Art Deco period, France, circa 1920-1930. Glass
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Piano Lamp in Bronze and Brass, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco piano or reading lamp in bronze and brass, circa 1930.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Wrought Iron and Le Verre Francais Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1920-1930
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wrought iron and Le Verre Francais table lamp, France, circa 1920-1930.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron and Le Verre Francais Glass Table Lamp, France, circa 1920-1930
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Wrought iron and Le Verre Francais glass table lamp, France, circa 1920-1930.
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Chandelier from 1930
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present Art Deco chandelier from 1930 Highly recommended item will be perfect complementation
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1920s Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chandelier from 1930
Art Deco Chandelier from 1930
H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Simonet Frères Éditeurs and Henri Dieupart, Electric Veilleuse lamp, circa 1930
By Simonet Freres, Simonet Et Dieupart
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Simonet Frères Éditeurs and Henri Dieupart, Electric Veilleuse lamp, circa 1930 Extremly Rare
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Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Tubular Table or Bedside Lamp with Wooden Base, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Unusual combination of chrome, wood and bakelite turns this little lamp into a unique piece of
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Chrome

Modernist Art Deco ball lamp in carved marble, France, Circa 1930
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Modernist Art Deco ball lamp in carved marble. France, Circa 1930 In excellent condition, new
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Chrome and Copper Lamp, American 1920's-1930's
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptional Art Deco period chrome and copper table lamp. In excellent original condition. Newly
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Copper, Chrome

Floor lamp in bronze and painted metal decorated with a wader, circa 1900/1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Floor lamp in bronze and painted metal decorated with a wader, circa 1900/1930 Some missing leaves
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Pair of Art Deco & Art Nouveau Amber Glass Flowers Gilt Table Lamps, circa 1930
Located in Coimbra, PT
Adorable pair of Art Deco and Art Nouveau amber glass flowers gilt table lamps, circa 1930
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Lamps 1930

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Metal, Brass

Very large silver girandole, Northern Europe, about 1930
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
Very beautiful and large glass crystal lamp on a silver and gold base. The two illuminated levels
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Single Alabaster Urn Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Outstanding Art Deco carved alabaster urn lamp Spain, 1930-1940. This Art Deco period alabaster
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Alabaster

Single Alabaster Urn Lamp
Single Alabaster Urn Lamp
H 16.93 in Dm 7.09 in
Pair of French Art Deco table lamps by Hettier & Vincent
By Hettier & Vincent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Original French Art Deco pair of Hettier & Vincent table lamps Circa 1920-1930. The pair in
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Chase Chrome Art Deco Desk Lamps
By Chase and Co.
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
1930’s Chase Lamp Company Chrome Art Deco Desk Lamps, featuring a pivoting head and milk glass
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Art Deco Brass & Ceramic Lamp
Located in London, GB
Unusual Swedish ceramic and brass table lamp from the 1930's deco period. Lovely design and
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Swedish Art Deco Brass & Ceramic Lamp
Swedish Art Deco Brass & Ceramic Lamp
H 20.48 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
A Blue And Gold Art Deco Lamp
Located in London, GB
with three scrolling handles, now as a lamp. France, circa 1930. Height of vase 28.00cm Height with
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Porcelain

A Blue And Gold Art Deco Lamp
A Blue And Gold Art Deco Lamp
H 11.03 in Dm 6.3 in
Art Deco Brass and Faux Tortoiseshell Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Charming lamp from the 1930's. This French brass and faux tortoiseshell table lamp features panels
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Round Layered Wooden Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Art Deco round wooden table lamp, circa 1930. The body is constructed with circular layers made of
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique Vintage French Adjustable Bronze Opaque Desk Table Swan Neck Lamp Light
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful decorative cast faded gilt brass table lamp with opaque glass shade, France circa
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Early 20th Century French Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Lady Lamp
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Lady Lamp. A better than average art deco / nouveau lady table lamp. Original 1920’s/1930
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Onyx, Zinc

Art Deco Lady Lamp
Art Deco Lady Lamp
H 17 in W 6.5 in D 5.5 in
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp, Steel, Milk Glass, Adjustable Height, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus floor lamp Origin: Czechia Period: 1930-1939 Material: Chrome-plated steel, milk
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Chrome Floor Lamp, Steel, Milk Glass, Adjustable Height, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus floor lamp Origin: Czechia Period: 1930-1939 Material: Chrome-plated steel, milk
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Restored Chrome Floor Lamp, Steel, Milk Glass, Adjustable Height, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus floor lamp Origin: Czechia Period: 1930-1939 Material: Chrome-plated steel, milk
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Chrome, Steel

1930s Art Deco Mazda Floor Lamps with Original Stamp, Pair of Torchiere Lamps
By Mazda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamps and 10 night lamps. Made in France circa 1930. Restored and rewired. Measures: Lamps 68in high
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Metal

Serge Roche (French, 1898-1988) Pair Vintage Palm Tree Torchiere Lamps
By Serge Roche
Located in Atlanta, GA
highly sought after by collectors and interior design enthusiasts. These lamps were produced in the 1930
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Early 20th Century French Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Plaster, Lacquer

Fine Antique Chinese 19c Relief Carved Celadon Porcelain Vase Table Lamp 20c
Located in Richmond, CA
on the body. E26 socket Overall size: H: 17", Vase size: H: 11.5" W: 7" D: 4.5" Lamp circa 1930
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Lamps 1930

Materials

Porcelain

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Antique Lamps 1930 For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique lamps 1930 for your home. An antique lamps 1930 — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique lamps 1930, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique lamps 1930 made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Empire — is very popular. Steuben Glass, Benjamin Electrical Company and Degué each produced at least one beautiful antique lamps 1930 that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Lamps 1930?

Prices for an antique lamps 1930 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $268 and can go as high as $9,178, while the average can fetch as much as $1,475.

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 Lamps 1930
  • 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 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 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.
  • 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
    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.

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