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Pair of brass ajustable reading lamps
Located in Cheshire, GB
A pair of brass floor standing reading lamps the adjustable twin glass shade is supported on a
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Early 20th Century British Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of brass ajustable reading lamps
Pair of brass ajustable reading lamps
H 79 in W 13.5 in D 21 in
Edwardian Reading Lamp with Fringed Brass Dome Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Edwardian reading lamp with fringed brass dome shade A very unusual piece, the lamp is made in
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Brass Reading Lamp with Beaded Brass Dome Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Art Deco Brass Reading Lamp with Beaded Brass Dome Shade A very unusual piece, this elegant
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Deco Pendent from Early Gray Hound Bus Reading Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
We found these original Art Deco Bus reading lamps a number of years ago and had to do something
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Stainless Steel

Napoleon III’s Silver-Gilt Library Reading Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Emperor Napoleon III's Silver-Gilt Library Lamp Alexis Falize Circa 1865 This extraordinary silver
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19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Silver

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 Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Vintage Articulate American Fixtures Company Syle Copper Gooseneck Table Lamp
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Early century farmhouse prototype gooseneck table reading lamp with rare neck flex design. More
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1920s American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Rare Brass Nude Figural Art Deco Reading Floor Lamp by Frankart
By Frankart
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare1930s Frankart reading floor lamp with a base featuring three nude nymphs. The reading lamp
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1920s American Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Monix Floor Lamp 3 Orientable Spots, Édition 1960
By Edition Monix
Located in Paris, France
black, foot circular base. Each spot has its own switch to be adjusted and can be used as a reading lamp.    
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Elegant Victorian Adjustable Brass Student Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Late 19th Century Brass Adjustable Student Reading Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade Reworked
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19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

20th Century Swedish Vintage Teak Wood Reading Floor Lamp by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
by Carl Malmsten in good condition. The Scandinavian reading lamp is composed with a new small round
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Teak

O. C. White Brass & Iron Adjustable Table Lamp with Mercury Glass Shade, C. 1900
By O.C. White
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early 20th Century Industrial O. C. White Brass, Iron and Glass Articulating Reading Lamp, Desk
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Iron

Victorian Wicker Standing Parlor Lamp with Splay Foot Base and Woven Open Work
Located in Miami Beach, FL
four sides of the wicker base. The electrical cord may be original. Rare, it is a perfect reading lamp
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1870s American Victorian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Wicker

Apollo Jewelers Counter Lamp with Quilted Mercury Glass Reflector
Located in Peekskill, NY
10 inch diameter shade can move and tilt... Its a perfect end table reading lamp. This lamp also has
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Glass

Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1920s
Located in Praha, CZ
subtle light, more like a decorative object than a reading lamp. The item has been rewired using bulb
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1920s
Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1920s
H 66.93 in W 20.08 in D 24.41 in
20th Century Swedish Staken - Vintage Walnut Floor Lamp, Light by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
by Carl Malmsten in good condition. The Scandinavian reading lamp is composed with a new small round
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Walnut

Telescoping Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice simple example of a Pharmacy style lamp. The base is heavy with an 10 inch diameter
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Early 20th Century Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Telescoping Reading Floor Lamp
Telescoping Reading Floor Lamp
H 48 in W 10 in D 20 in
Articulating Gooseneck Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nicely designed example of a Pharmacy style lamp. The base is heavy with an 9 inch
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Antique Standard Lamp, Scottish, Oak, Reading Light, Library, Lounge, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique standard lamp. A Scottish, oak library or lounge reading light, dating to the
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reading Lamp

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Oak

Industrial Medical Floor Lamp
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This unique industrial light moves freely on wheels and has a flexible neck to make a great reading
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Early 20th Century American Antique Reading Lamp

Industrial Medical Floor Lamp
Industrial Medical Floor Lamp
H 70.63 in W 20.25 in D 32.5 in
Early 20th Century Slag Glass Table Lamp
Located in Denton, TX
the lamp, you can light just the stem light or just the reading light or you can have both of them on
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Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal

'Daffodil' Table Lamp by Tiffany Studios
By Tiffany Studios
Located in London, GB
‘Daffodil’ table lamp by Tiffany Studios American, c. 1910 Height 56cm, diameter 40cm Designed and
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Bronze, Lead

Crystal Glass Table Lamp, Austria Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Table lamp with a tulip-shaped cut glass base on a square stand. The table lamp is fitted with an
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Crystal

Antique Opaline Glass Corinthian Column Table Lamp
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Opaline Glass Corinthian Column Table Lamp, a stunning piece that dates back to circa 1870
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19th Century English Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios 16" Fleur de Lis table lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Bronx, NY
A 16” Fleur de Lis geometric lamp shade signed with the early “tag” reading “Tiffany Studios, New
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Early 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century American Gooseneck Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century American gooseneck table lamp exudes a timeless elegance that's bound to
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Iron

Antique Student Desk Lamp with Racing Green Glass Shade
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Antique Student Desk Lamp With Racing Green Glass Shade. Shade is adjustable by by height to offer
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

1930's Art Deco Bridge Lamp with Glass Accents
Located in Canton, MA
this lamp a statement piece. Perfect for your living room or reading nook, we have two available, each
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Iron

Articulated floor lamp By Gemma Bernal for Tramo 1970's
By Gemma Bernal
Located in Brussels, BE
The lamp's minimalist structure features a sleek, angular wooden frame that showcases the natural
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1670s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal

French Empire Brass Candlestick Lamp With Black and Gold Shade
Located in Canton, MA
lamp on a wooden base. A lovely addition to a small desk or a shallow table in a reading room
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Important Arne Jacobsen AJ8 Modernist Table Lamp, 1920s, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
practical regarding the home decor and perfectly suited for the favorite reading corner. The lamp is a
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1920s Danish Bauhaus Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Pair of silver plated Art Nouveau table lamps by WMF
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in BARCELONA, ES
illuminating a cozy reading nook or serving as decorative accents in a living room, these table lamps by WMF
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Bouillotte French Lamp Gild Bronze 4 lights Flora Motive Empire Style
Located in Sweden, SE
Stylish antique Bouillotte lamp. Square foot with a four candleholders in flora motive
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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Italian adjustable brass and glass table lamp with ceramic switch, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian adjustable brass and glass table lamp with ceramic switch, early 1900s Round base table
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Large French Old Paris Apothecary 'Extrait Belladone' Jar, Now as a Lamp
By Old Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large French Old Paris Apothecary 'Extrait Belladone' Jar, Now as a Lamp France, early 20th century
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Porcelain

20th Century Swedish AB Markaryd Brass Floor Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson
By AB Markaryd, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Art Deco Swedish Golvlampa, floor lamp with a new white round shade, made of handcrafted
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Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

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Opal, Metal, Brass

Banker Desk or Library Lamp, Art Deco Style Early 20th Century, Brass
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
, With the typical signs of the passage of time Lamps for office, reading or for bedside. The lamp in
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Brass Three-Lights Bouillotte Table Lamp with Bird Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French brass three-light bouillotte table lamp from the 19th century with green painted tôle
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19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Tôle

English 19th Century Carved Wooden Fragments Made into US-Wired Table Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of English carved wooden fragments from the 19th century made into table lamps wired for the
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19th Century English Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Wood

English Turn of the Century Oak Barley Twist Floor Lamp with Quadripod Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Turn of the Century oak floor lamp from circa 1900 with barley twist pedestal and
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Early 20th Century Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical 19th Century Pine Urn Form Finial Made into Table Lamp, US-Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
, this lamp can be used to illuminate a reading nook, add a focal point to a living room, or serve as an
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19th Century Neoclassical Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

French Steel and Brass 1930s Floor Lamp with Scrolling Legs and Foliage Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French steel and brass floor lamp from circa 1930 with two light sockets, scrolling legs and
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Early 20th Century French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Steel

Stunning & Rare Art Deco Etched Glass & Metal Moonfish Theme Aquarium Table Lamp
By Muller Fres Lunneville
Located in Lisse, NL
Another bargain for the collectors of top quality Art Deco table lamps. This early 1900s
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Iron, Metal

Early Articulating O. C. White Iron Arm & Brass Floor Lamp + Mercury Glass Shade
By O.C. White
Located in Bainbridge, NY
O. C. White Arm, adjustable Floor Lamp with Mercury Glass Shade, C. 1920's. Featuring the original
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

English Chinoiserie Tea Tin Red and Gold Canister Made into a Table Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
bedside table. Incorporating this lamp into your home decor can create a cozy reading nook, add an
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Tin

19th Century White Porcelain Vases with Floral Décor Made into Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
lamps wired for the USA and mounted on circular bases. Behold the timeless charm of this exquisite pair
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19th Century Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Porcelain, Giltwood

Blue Cobalt 19th Century French Vase Made into a Table Lamp on Lucite
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French cobalt blue porcelain vase from the 19th century mounted into a table lamp with gilded
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19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Porcelain, Lucite

Rare & Stylish Dutch Arts & Crafts Hand Crafted Oak Floor Lamp Shade Base, 1910s
Located in Lisse, NL
reading chairs this light will be an absolute joy to own, use and look at. This lamp will be rewired to
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Oak

Antique Figural Spelter Metal Ahi La Bonne Pipe Ranieri Statue Art Deco Lamp B
By Aristide de Ranieri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique figural Spelter metal Ahi La Bonne pipe Ranieri statue Art Deco lamp (B). Item includes
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal, Spelter

Turn of the Century Celadon Table Lamp on Gilt Circular Base, Rewired for the US
Located in Atlanta, GA
nighttime reading. The lamp's combination of celadon porcelain and gilded wood encapsulates the elegance of
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Early 20th Century Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Celadon, Wood

Rare European Arts and Crafts, Adjustable Brass and Glass Table / Desk Lamp 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
stylish and original Arts and Crafts desk or table lamp then this aesthetically pleasing work of beauty
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Brass

Alvar Aalto floorlamp model A809
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
it's for reading or creating mood lighting. **Quality and Craftsmanship:** The A809 floor lamp
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Early 20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal

Alvar Aalto floorlamp model A809
Alvar Aalto floorlamp model A809
H 66.15 in W 22.45 in D 11.82 in
Metalarte w/ adjustable arm and head by Enrique Franch: A 1970s Spanish Design
By Metalarte, Enrique Franch Miret
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Metalarte Table Lamp by Enrique Franch: A 1970s Spanish Design Gem The Metalarte table lamp
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1710s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Exquisite Antique Bronze Wall Light Greek Goddess Athena
Located in Lincoln, GB
Description Exquisite Antique Bronze Wall Light is a rare and outstanding wall lamp, featuring
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19th Century English Greek Revival Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Gilt Bronze Mounted Bisque Figures after Boizot
Located in London, GB
depicting a male figure, the other a female, reading and seated atop oil lamps, mounted with gilt metal
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1890s French Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Ormolu

18th Century English Oak Side Table with Single Drawer and Turned Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
armchair, it becomes a convenient surface for holding a reading lamp, books, or a cup of tea. In an
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18th Century English Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Oak

Italian 19th Century Walnut Drum Table with Single Door and Bookmatched Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
be used in a study or library, offering a surface for a reading lamp and storage for books or writing
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19th Century Italian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Walnut

Stilnovo Wall or Table Adjustable Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Padova, IT
Superb and very rare wall or table adjustable lamp. Clean and current design. Well preserved, it
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Mid-19th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo Wall or Table Adjustable Lamp
Stilnovo Wall or Table Adjustable Lamp
H 8.67 in W 3.15 in D 4.73 in
Antique French Art Nouveau Figural Oip Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Important 19th century French Art Nouveau oil torchiere lamp with hand painted floral green glass
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1880s French Belle Époque Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Spelter, Brass

Antique American Victorian Electrified Kerosene Oil Banquet Lamp
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent American Victorian gilt metal banquet lamp, professionally converted from kerosene
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Reading Lamp

Materials

Metal

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Antique Reading Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique reading lamp for your home. Each antique reading lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique reading lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique reading lamp made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique reading lamp over the years, but those crafted by Handel Lamp Co., Josef Frank and Svenskt Tenn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Reading Lamp?

Prices for an antique reading lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $708 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
Questions About Antique Reading Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A good reading lamp is a matter of personal choice. In general, halogen and fluorescent bulb lamps are better for reading than standard incandescent bulb lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage reading lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
  • 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 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.

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