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Midcentury Arc Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage midcentury arc lamp in polished chrome finish. Adjustable length for use over your sofa
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Midcentury Arc Lamp
Midcentury Arc Lamp
H 69.75 in W 13.75 in D 50 in
Mid-Century Arc Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern three arm arc lamp in a polished brass finish. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Arc Lamp
Mid-Century Arc Lamp
H 80 in W 52.5 in D 15.75 in
Large Brass Arc Lamp Leonardo Marelli, 1980s
By Estiluz Lighting
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very large arc lamp. In brass. Halogen no less than 300 watts with dimmer on the hood Heavy foot as
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1980s Spanish Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Vintage Large Brass Arc Lamp Leonardo Marelli, 1980s
Large Brass Arc Lamp Leonardo Marelli, 1980s
H 76.78 in W 80.71 in D 17.33 in
Chrome and Brass Arc Lamps for Lancome
Located in Rochester, NY
A high quality pair of chrome brass and black enameled sleek counter top swivel arc lamps for
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Rare Laurel Midcentury Chrome Arc Lamp-Table with Glass Top
By Laurel
Located in Kensington, MD
Rare Laurel midcentury Chrome Arc Lamp-Table with Glass Top Additional information: Material
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Dijkstra Wall Arc Lamp, 1980s
By Dijkstra
Located in Den Haag, NL
Wall arc lamp. Produced by Dijkstra, Holland. 1980s black metal comes with an opaline glass shade
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1980s Dutch Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Dijkstra Wall Arc Lamp, 1980s
Dijkstra Wall Arc Lamp, 1980s
H 42.52 in W 28.75 in D 11.03 in
60s 70s Lamp Light Floor Lamp Arc Lamp WILA Leuchten Space Age
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s lamp light floor lamp arc lamp Wila Leuchten Space Age 60s Object: arc lamp
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1970s German Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Telescoping Arc Lamp with Weighted Base by Gepo
By Gepo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century telescoping chrome arc lamp with a weighted base by Gepo. The shade can be rotated and
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Achille Castiglioni Inspired Standing Arc Lamp with Marble Cube Base
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Castiglioni inspired standing arc lamp with marble cube base, arcing chrome stem and
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Italian Modern Metal Telescopical Arc Lamp by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah, 1970s
By Sirrah, Pirro Cuniberti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern metal telescopical and adjustable arc lamp by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah, 1970s
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Green and Black Table Desk or Task Arc Lamp, USA, 1980s
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern desk task or table arc lamp rendered in a black metal base and a black metal arch stem
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Adjustable Chrome Arc Lamp
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This adjustable arc floor lamp from the 1970s has an elegant chrome tubular stem on a marble base
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Adjustable Chrome Arc Lamp
Adjustable Chrome Arc Lamp
H 80.71 in W 45.28 in D 15.75 in
1960s Floor Arc Lamp
By Artifort
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautifully designed vintage floor lamp most likely manufactured by the Dutch company Artiforte in
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

1960s Floor Arc Lamp
1960s Floor Arc Lamp
H 51.19 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Arc Lamp with Marble Base and Adjustable Arm by Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
This Italian Arc Lamp is not only a beautiful addition to any home or office but also a functional
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1970s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah Imola "PR" Floor Arc Lamp, Italy 1970s
By Sirrah, Pirro Cuniberti
Located in Naples, IT
Gorgeous and rare PR arc lamp designed by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah Imola, Italy 1970 The tall arm
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Extra Large Gepo Amsterdam Wall Arc Lamp 1970s Holland
By Gepo, Gebroeders Posthuma
Located in Den Haag, NL
Love this extra large Wall Arc lamp by Gepo Amsterdam . Chrome Arc comes with a White acrylic
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Acrylic

Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Houston, TX
Italian chrome and travertine arc desk lamp ivy Harvey Guzzini Harvey Guzzini is famed for his
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
H 23.75 in W 18.25 in D 6 in
Guzzini Style 1980s Modern Five-Head Brass Arc Lamp with Marbles Base
By Guzzini, Hans Bergström
Located in Chattanooga, TN
A thick, heavy white / grey marble base supports this elegant gold octopus arc lamp. The sleek
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Vintage Robert Sonneman Chrome Adjustable 'Arc' Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1960s Robert Sonneman floor lamp featuring an arching arm, which connects the chrome ball fixture
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Steel, Chrome

XL Arc Lamp by Gianni Gamberini & Studio A.R.D.I.T.I for Sormani, Italy 1970
By Sormani, Gruppo Arditi and Gianni Gamberini
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very impressive large arc lamp, designed by Gianni Gamberini & Studio A.R.D.I.T.I and
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Guzzini Chrome Wall Mounted Arc Lamp with Plexi Globe Shade and Dimmer
By Guzzini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s chrome wall mounted adjustable arc lamp with beige plexi globe shade and dimmer switch. The
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Joe Colombo for O-Luce "Spider" Arc Lamp, Italy 1967
By Joe Colombo, O-Luce
Located in Naples, IT
Table lamp Mod. '293 Spider' designed by Joe Colombo for OLuce in the 1970s. The lamp consists of
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Design Midcentury Harvey Guzzini Style Adjustable Floor Arc Lamp, Around 1970
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Made of chrome, plastic shade - orginal condition withj sines of use, see the photos - some scratches on base - adjustable jr
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Design Midcentury Harvey Guzzini Style Adjustable Floor Arc Lamp, Around 1970
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Made of aluminium, plastic shade - Perfect condition jr
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern L' Arc Lamp by Robert Sonneman Adjustable Height Rotational
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare, architectural arching lamp titled "L' Arc" designed by Robert Sonneman in 1974. An ingenious
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Chrome w Marble Base Arc Lamp by Harvey Guzzini
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Iconic floor lamp with a incredible arc and balance. Amazing design with function. Marble base
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp C1965
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous period 1965 arc lamp with an Adjustable pierced dome shade in nickel chrome. Weighted base
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome, Nickel, Steel

Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian arc floor lamp by Goffredo Reggiani for Reggiani, This is a large arc lamp
Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Brass, Metal

Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Arc lamp from the 1960 s consisting of a heavy metal base with brushed aluminum extendable
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

1970s Chrome Arc Design Lamp with Three Lights in Spherical Lampshades
Located in Miami, FL
Italian style floor lamp with three shades, each light adjustable arms. 1970s chrome arc lamp with
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Large Vintage Arc Lamp, Italy, 1960s A stunning and XL vintage Italian arc lamp from the 1960s
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Chrome

Midcentury Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Midcentury Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
H 89.77 in W 74.02 in D 18.9 in
Vintage Herda Eyeball Space Age Chrome Wall Arc Lamp Light, 1970s
By Herda
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Rare arc wall lamp in sparkled brownish colour from the Dutch brand Herda. The shade can be turned
Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Arc Lamp Mod. 2129 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy 1969
Located in New York, NY
The "2129" ceiling lamp is a striking piece crafted from white lacquered metal, designed by Gino
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1960s Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Arc Floor Lamp by Guzzini, Aluminum, Travertine, Italy circa 1970
By Guzzini
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful arc lamp or floor lamp by Harvey Guzzini from Italy from the 1960/70s. Arc-shaped
Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Travertine, Aluminum

1970s Italian White Acrylic Shade Chrome Frame and Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 1970s Italian arc floor lamp. This is a wonderful vintage arc lamp with a classic Italian design
Category

1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

1970s Italian White Acrylic Shade Chrome Frame and Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 1970s Italian arc floor lamp. This is a wonderful vintage arc lamp with a classic Italian design
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1970s Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Brass and Acrylic Mid Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Base
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A brass and marble arc floor lamp. This wonderful mid century modern arc lamp features a classic
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Brass

Articulating Aluminum & Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Fulton, CA
Adjustable floor or arc lamp made of aluminum with brass accents and brass base. Measurements of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Reggiani Height Ajustable Chrome Floor Lamp , 1960s , Italia
By Goffredo Reggiani, Reggiani
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Extra tall 78 inches high Floor / Arc lamp . Does slide down to 62 inches . Adjustable vented
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Iron

Adjustable height lamp "PR" by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah, Itali, 1970s
By Pirro Cuniberti
Located in Argelato, BO
Adjustable height lamp "PR" by Pirro Cuniberti for Sirrah, Italy, 1970s Arc lamp with a totally
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Matte Gold Metal Adjustable 3 Arm Mid Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 3 arm arc lamp. This lovely vintage floor lamp has a classic mid century modern design
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Italian space age metal plexiglass and marble black violet arc floor lamp, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age metal, plexiglass and marble, black and violet arc floor lamp from 1980s. Arc
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1980s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Metal

"Pac Man" Arco Floor Lamp by Superstudio for Poltronova - 1970s
By Poltronova, Superstudio
Located in Uccle, BE
arc lamp, designed by Superstudio for Poltronova in the 1970s, is a real eye-catcher. The “Pac-Man
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern Desk Lamps in the manner of Memphis Milano, Set of 2
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two extremely rare Postmodern metal Table Arc Lamps. Exceptional functionality
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1990s German Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Gepo Amsterdam Wall Lamp 1970s
By Gepo
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Gepo Amsterdam . Wall Arc lamp . Metal arc, comes with Lucite details . large Acrylic
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite

Gepo Amsterdam Wall Lamp 1970s
Gepo Amsterdam Wall Lamp 1970s
H 35.83 in W 13 in D 37.01 in
1960s Arc Desk Lamp
By George Kovacs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This functional postmodern 1960s Arc Desk Lamp has personality while having slim lines at the same
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1960s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

1960s Arc Desk Lamp
1960s Arc Desk Lamp
H 19 in W 5.5 in D 12 in
Targetti Arc Table Lamp
By Targetti Sankey
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Targetti arc shaped large elegant and minimalistic desk lamp with clamp, adjustable head height
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1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Targetti Arc Table Lamp
Targetti Arc Table Lamp
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 3.55 in
Travertine Arc Floor Lamp
By Gino Sarfatti, Florian Schulz, Fog and Morup, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Stunning floor lamp from the 1970s. Very unusual design and very high-quality workmanship. The lamp
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Travertine Arc Floor Lamp
Travertine Arc Floor Lamp
H 53.15 in W 16.54 in D 6.3 in
Industrial Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Industrial brass arc floor lamp with adjustable swivel head.
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20th Century Machine Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Industrial Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Industrial Brass Arc Floor Lamp
H 57.75 in W 11.5 in D 26 in
Early Arco lamp designed by Pier Giacomo & Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1962
By Flos, Achille Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg
title is a great Arc lamp, consisting of a counterweight in form of the marble base and the Aluminium
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1960s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Steel

1970s Harvey Guzzini Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration, an iconic Mid-Century designed lamp by Harvey Guzzini. Featuring a large
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble

Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s Italian Production
Located in Parma, IT
Arc floor lamp Italian production 1970s. Aluminum and steel structure, perpex lampshade with
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1970s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Steel

Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s Italian Production
Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s Italian Production
H 82.68 in W 78.75 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Classic simplicity in this brass arc floor lamp. Stepped pagoda style glass shade in the style of
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Mid Century Brass Arc Floor Lamp
H 83 in W 15 in D 59 in
Italian Modular Arc Floor Lamp, 1980s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian Modular Arc floor lamp, 1980s Size : W 86 - 163 cm H 185- 155 cm.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Stylish Italian Cantilevered Arc Desk Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
I am unaware of the designer or manufacturer of this stylish brass elongated arc desk lamp with a
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1970s Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Large Mid Century Arc Orb Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Very cool MCM arc/orb floor standing lamp. The base consist of a very heavy half sphere in cast
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Large Mid Century Arc Orb Lamp
Large Mid Century Arc Orb Lamp
H 70 in W 78 in D 14 in
Mid Century Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century modern arc floor lamp with a black rectangular base and chrome finish. The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Vintage Arc Floor Lamp Italian Calla Lily
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Lighting Acquisitions Of A 1960s Vintage Italian Arc Floor Lamp with Calla Lily Shades With adjustable
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1960s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel

Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Naples, IT
Floor-standing lamp designed by Goffredo Reggiani and produced by Reggiani in the 1970s, original
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Metal

Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
H 78.75 in W 13.78 in D 78.75 in
1970s Brass And Acrylic Arc Adjustable Floor Lamp
Located in Toronto, ON
Gorgeous Brass adjustable arc floor lamp with an acrylic shade, circa 1970s. It features an acrylic
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Vintage Arc Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage arc lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, stone and chrome, every vintage arc lamp was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage arc lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage arc lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage arc lamp over the years, but those crafted by Harvey Guzzini, Gepo and Guzzini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Arc Lamp?

The average selling price for a vintage arc lamp at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $16,059 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Vintage Arc Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.

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