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Cristal Art Table Lamp Glass, 1950, Italy
By Cristal Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Cristal art table lamp glass, 1950, Italy.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Cristal Art Table Lamp Brass Chrome Glass, 1960
By Cristal Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Cristal art table lamp brass chrome glass green, 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pop Art Table Lamp Steel curved Black Plexiglass New Lamp Style 1970 Travertine
By New Lamp
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Pop Art table lamp steel curved black plexiglass new lamp style 1970, Travertine cube.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Steel
H 18.9 in W 15.75 in D 6.3 in
Popular Art, table lamp in wrought iron circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Folk Art, table lamp in wrought iron circa 1950
h : 58 and 76 cm
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Bon Art Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
A coastal style plaster table lamp made by Bon Art. A robin's egg blue ball finial tops the harp
Category
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Cristal Art Table Lamp Glass Iron Fabric Lampshade, 1960, Italy
By Cristal Arte
Located in Milano, IT
Cristal art table lamp glass iron fabric lampshade, 1960, Italy.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Popular Art, table lamp or wall lamp in wrought iron circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Popular Art, table lamp or wall lamp in wrought iron circa 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Folk Art Table Lamp of Dogwood Weaving Shuttles
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage folk art table lamp made in the mid-20th century from three brass tipped weaving shuttles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Table Lamps
Golf Art Table Lamp
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
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Expertly handcrafted from repurposed vintage golf clubs, this one-of-a-kind lamp is not only a celebration
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Red Pop Art Table Lamp Champagne Cork Petit Bouchon Design
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage pop art table lamp by Pierfrancesco Arnone for Francolight, champagne cork shaped lamp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Yellow Glass & Red Metal Iconic Model Pop Art Table Lamp, 1970s, Italy
By Tronconi
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Yellow glass & red metal iconic Model Pop Art table lamp, 1970s, Italy
Lampshade is in very good
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
B.M. Nielsen Experimental Modernist Ceramic Art Table Lamp, 1960s
By Bodil Marie Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
ceramic art table lamp by Danish experimental artist Bodil Marie Nielsen. A beautiful example of Nielsen's
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
American Folk Art Table Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
Very stylish folk art carving of an urn with flame. Likely from a hears of the mid nineteenth
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Gold
Brass Base Glassed Pottery Art Table Lamp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century modern glassed pottery table lamp.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Sculptural Brass Art Table Lamp 1980's Belgium
By Paul Moerenhout
Located in London, GB
Sculptural Brutalist table lamp designed and manufactured by the abstract artists and sculptor Paul
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
1970s Stiil Denmark Organic Stoneware Art Table Lamp
By Axel Salto, Arne Bang, Mette Løkke Stiil, Stiil Keramik
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Extraordinary and rustic ceramic studio table lamp handmade by artist Mette Løkken Stiil in
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Vintage Brass Artillery Shell Trench Art Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1930s Trench Art Lamp fashioned from a brass artillery shell mounted to a brass base
Category
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970s Studio Art Table Lamp Lush Green Stoneware Pottery
By David Cressey
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Lush Green Stoneware Art Pottery Lamp
Socket 15.25 Finial h 21.5 x 10 diameter
appears stamped as
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Peitil Copper Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Samuel Costantini
By Samuel Costantini
Located in Geneve, CH
Peitil lamp by Samuel Costantini
Entirely handmade by the artist
Edition 9 + 1 AP
Dimensions
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
B. M. Nielsen Brutalist Organic Ceramic Art Table Lamp, 1960s
By Bodil Marie Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unique Danish Expressionist stoneware table lamp handmade by experimental ceramic artist Bodil
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
B. M. Nielsen Experimental Organic Ceramic Art Table Lamps, 1960s
By Bodil Marie Nielsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Unique handmade and organic decorated Danish Mid-Century Modern stoneware table lamps by Danish
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
No. 04 Wildebeest Horn Frame Contemporary Art Table Lamp, Sander Bottinga
By Sander Bottinga
Located in Geneve, CH
Wildebeest horn table lamp, Sander Bottinga
Light object - table model - Wildebeest horn
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
H 19.69 in W 10.24 in D 5.12 in
Nickel Básica M2 Sculptural Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Santiago Roqueta
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Nickel Básica M2 table lamp by Santiago Roqueta, Santa & Cole.
Dimensions: D 20 x H 71 cm
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Fad White Linen Shade Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Miguel Milá
By Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
FAD table lamp by Miguel Milá
Dimensions: D 40 x H 61 cm
Materials: Linen, oak wood.
Miguel Milá
Category
2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Linen, Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Cosack Produced Brass Framed Glass Art Table Lamps
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century pair of Cosack, brass framed table lamps with inset glass art shades. In original
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Frederic Weinberg Mid Century Modern Abstract Art Table Lamp mcm 1950s Aqua
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Frederic Weinberg
Mid Century
Abstract Pottery
Table Lamp
!conic Mid Century Modern
Attributed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Substantial Pair Walter Von Nessen Style Brass & Walnut "Trench Art" Table Lamps
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Walter Von Nessen style brushed brass and stacked walnut table lamps.
Featuring cylindrical
Category
Vintage 1940s American Streamlined Moderne Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Op Art Table Lamp by Peter Müller for Sgrafo Modern, 1960s
By Sgrafo Modern, Peter Müller
Located in Munich, DE
Original 1960s table light designed by Peter Müller and made by Sgrafo Modern.
The light is made
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
No. 21 Blue Fringes Dip Dyed Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Sander Bottinga
By Sander Bottinga
Located in Geneve, CH
Blue Charme table lamp, Sander Bottinga
Dimensions: H 73 x W 38 x D 25 cm
Handmade in brass
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 14.97 in D 9.85 in
Vintage Ice Blue Resin Biomorphic Shape Abstract Art Table Lamp & Oval Shade 70s
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern biomorphic shape in abstract art metallic blue resin and wood table lamp with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 18 in D 11.5 in
No. 21 Green Fringes Dip Dyed Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Sander Bottinga
By Sander Bottinga
Located in Geneve, CH
Charme table lamp by Sander Bottinga.
Dimensions: H 73 x W 38 x D 25 cm
Hand-sculpted in brass
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
No. 21 Pink Fringes Dip Dyed Contemporary Art Table Lamp by Sander Bottinga
By Sander Bottinga
Located in Geneve, CH
Pink charme table lamp, Sander Bottinga
Dimensions: H 73 x W 38 x D 25 cm
Handmade in brass
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 14.97 in D 9.85 in
Fun Mid-Century Modern Geometric Pop Art Table Lamp After Stilnovo or Artemide
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super fun and modern table lamp. It features a yellow wooden frame with geometric plastic
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
H 25.5 in W 8 in D 28 in
Antique Brass Artillery Double Shell Trench Art Table Lamp on Black Marble Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Trench Art lamp fashioned from two stacked brass and chrome high caliber artillery shells mounted
Category
Vintage 1910s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Chrome
H 26.25 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in
An elegant glass art table lamp made by Bengt Orup for Hyllinge Glasbruk, Sweden
By Bengt Orup
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
other Eu countries and that it takes an E27 bulb and the lamp shades arenot included.
Art and design
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
H 16.14 in Dm 4.72 in
Mod Oversized Pop Art Bulb Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mod, Italian, Mid-Century Modern, pop art, table lamp features an oversized milk glass light bulb
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Mid Century Modern Turquoise Terra-cotta Glazed Table Lamp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice walnut base blue-turquoise terracotta pottery art table lamp.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Terracotta, Pottery, Porcelain
Cristal Arte Table Lamp Italian Midcentury Design Brass Part Parchment Dome 1950
By Cristal Arte
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Cristal Art table lamp Italian midcentury design brass part parchment dome, 1950
Category
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 19.69 in Dm 11.03 in
Vintage Folk Art Gun Lamp of Wrought Iron and Driftwood
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Folk Art table lamp handmade in the shape of a gun/ rifle using driftwood and wrought iron
Category
20th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Massive Lightbulb Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very cool pop art table lamp of a large light bulb. Plastic base and molded plastic light bulb
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Gianfranco Fini & Fabrizio Cocchia for New Lamp, 1970s Plexiglass Table Light
By Gianfranco Fini and Fabrizio Cocchia, New Lamp
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Stunning Pop Art Table Lamp, comprising 16 plexiglass rods illuminated through circular holes in
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
H 26.78 in W 8.47 in D 8.47 in
Italian Red Pop Art Design Table Lamp Petit Bouchon Pierfrancesco Arnone
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage pop art table lamp by Pierfrancesco Arnone for Francolight, lamp in the shape of a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Pair of WWII "Trench Art" Nickel-Plate Table Lamps with Brass Accents, 1940's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of World War Two Nickel Plate & Solid Brass mortar shell Trench Art table lamps. Featuring
Category
Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Hollywood regency table lamp by Antonio Pavia, 1970s
By Antonio Pavia
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century art table lamp crafted by Antonio Pavia, consisting of a ceramic foot, sculpted brass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage California Pop Art Pickup Lite Table Lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line
By Bill Curry, Design Line
Located in San Jose, CA
. This pop art table lamp is made of heavy cast iron in a mustard lacquer finish. Features a pressure
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone, Metal, Iron
Hand Painted Folk Art Table Lamp, Eva Fritz-Lindner Masterwork , One of a Kind
Located in South Burlington, VT
A stunning yet whimsical and unique Eva Fritz-Lindner hand painted Folk Art table lamp complete
Category
20th Century German Folk Art Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Iron
H 33.5 in W 18 in D 11 in
Articulated Green Glass Square Tube Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful telescoping drafting/art table lamp. The base has a clamp for mounting
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian Column Table Lights in Onyx Marble, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of matching Art Deco revival onyx art table lamps. The shape resembles architectural columns
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Onyx
Vintage Set (2) of Orange Ceramic Opaline Glass Table Lamps, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A set of ceramic pop-art table lamps with opaline glass shades. The glass shades are mat white and
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Popsicle Stick Table Lamp with Matched Shade Mcm
Located in Toronto, CA
This captivating midcentury Folk Art table lamp is a remarkable representation of the post-war
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Trench-Art, Shell Casing Pair of Table Lights in the Form of Koalas, 1940
Located in Pymble, NSW
A wonderful pair of trench-art table lamps in the form of a mirror pair of Koalas.
Made from cut
Category
Vintage 1940s Australian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 25.6 in W 8.27 in D 5.52 in
Truly Stunning Antique Wooden Hat Stretcher Stand Table Lamp
Located in Søborg, DK
Truly stunning antique wooden hat stretcher stand table lamp with an impressive size.
We have
Category
Antique 1890s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Pine
Bauhaus Art Deco Style Desk Lamp, Table Lamp, Re Editon
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A classic desk lamp which is elegant and timeless.
Most components according to the UL
Category
2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Big elegant desk lamp with two sockets
All components according to the UL regulations, with an
Category
2010s European Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Space Age Table Lamp, Attr. Yki Nummi, Stockmann-Orno, 1970s
By Stockmann-Orno, Yki Nummi
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
hundreds of lamps. The most famous Nummi lamps in the world are the Modern Art -table lamp of 1955, which
Category
Vintage 1970s Finnish Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Silk beige, brass nickel-plated, more colors on request.
Category
2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silk
Marbro Green Art Glass Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Fulton, CA
An art glass table lamp by Marbro Lamp Company. Asymmetrical folding glass detail, gold leaf wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Art Deco Desk Lamp
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Art Deco desk lamp, made in gilt bronze, with a retractable shade and an original chain ignition
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Italian Art Deco Lamp
By Art Decor
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Italian Art Deco desk lamp. Chromed metal and black enameled shade.
Italy, circa 1940.
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Style Bauhaus Office Table Lamp Re-Edition - "Office 2"
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Adjustable in height, swiveling, turnable head
also available with a smaller shade.
Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and ...
Category
2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Art Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the art table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each art table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for an art table lamp, we have 20018 options in-stock, while there are 3510 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect art table lamp — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An art table lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, mid-century modern and Art Nouveau styles are sought with frequency. Tiffany Studios, Daum and Max Le Verrier each produced at least one beautiful art table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Art Table Lamp?
The average selling price for an art table lamp at 1stDibs is $1,948, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $1,650,000 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Table-lamps for You
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Art Table Lamp
- What is an Art Deco lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An Art Deco lamp is any lamp that’s made in the styles of the Art Deco movement, which was dominant in the 1920s and 1930s. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of Art Deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an Art Deco lamp, first see if you can locate a maker's mark on it. Often, you can determine the maker and learn about the types of lamps it was known for by researching the maker's marks via online resources. If the maker produced lamps in the Art Deco style and your lamp dates to the 1920s or ’30s, it's a good possibility that your lamp is in the Art Deco style. Some makers who were famous for their Art Deco lamps include Lalique, Daum Frères, Tiffany and Charles Schneider. If you can't find a maker's marking, consider the overall design of your lamp. Fixtures dating back to the era typically feature ornate patterning, such as geometric motifs, sunbursts, ziggurats, linework and fountains. Commonly used materials included chrome, glass, Bakelite and bronze. When in doubt, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you with making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Art Deco lamps.
- What are art deco lamps made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Art deco lamps come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles. Vintage art deco-style lamps were made of natural materials such as metal, glass and pottery. You’ll find a variety of art deco lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.
You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.
Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
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