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Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Atomic Table Lamp, 1950s
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool midcentury Sputnik atomic table lamp in brass and metal, rewired, shade not included.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Atomic Table Lamp by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Neuss, NW
Very rare atomic table lamp from the 1970s. This design classic by J.T. Kalmar/Vienna is a
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Atomic Table Lamp Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Mid-Century Modern Sputnik Atomic Table Lamp Pair
15 h at shortest 23.25 at tallest to socket
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Frederick Cooper Chrome Atomic Table Lamps with Original Shades
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of ultra modern Frederick Cooper "Atomic" table lamps. The polished steel Space Age bodies
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
3-armed Adjustable Bordeaux Metal Rare Atomic Table Lamp, 1960s, France
Located in Hagenbach, DE
3-armed Adjustable Bordeaux Metal Rare Atomic Table Lamp, 1960s, France
Lamp is in very good
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 24.41 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century German Space Age Atomic Table Lamp from Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Space Age Atomic table lamp by Cosack.
A really impressive design. From a central hemisphere
Category
20th Century German Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Atomic Table Lamp with Brass Accents, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Italian 1950s table light composed of a lacquered wooden bas with handprinted atomic decor, a brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1950s Georg Gin Atomic Table Lamp Geometric Wood Design
By Georg Gin
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Atomic Wood Table Lamp Geometric Triangular Design
by Georg Gin
18.5 tall x 12 w x 7 d
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Haeger 1950s Abstract Pink Pottery Mid Century Modern Atomic Table Lamp
By Haeger
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
HAEGER ABSTRACT, ATOMIC AGE
PINK POTTERY TABLE LAMP!
VERY RARE!
CLEAN DESIGN
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Glorious Mid Century Modern Atomic Table Lamp. Black White 24kt Gold 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
WoW!
1955 Porcelain
Mid Century Modern
Atomic Modern Table Lamp
Black White and Gold
Squiggle
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Glorious MId Century Modern Atomic Table Lamp. Mint Green Fiberglass Shade 1950s
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
WoW!
1955 Porcelain & Fiberglass
Mid Century Modern
Atomic/Sputnik Table Lamp
Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 31 in W 15 in D 15 in
1950s Heifetz Birch Wood Black Steel Mid Century Danish Modern Atomic Table Lamp
By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz
Located in Peoria, AZ
EXQUISITE!
HEIFETZ ABSTRACT, MODERN
SCULPTED STEEL & BIRCH
TABLE LAMP!
VERY RARE!
CLEAN ALL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 14 in D 14 in
Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Lucite Spaghetti Globe Table Lamp - Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Space Age Atomic Lucite Spaghetti Globe Table Lamp - Pair
Super cool pair of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Atomic Brass Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Early Mid Century Brass Atomic Table Lamp. A 1950's Brass Torch Table lamp having the popular
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
American Post War Chrome Abstract Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
American Post-War Design "Atomic" table lamp with a swirl chrome design supporting 4 sphere shaped
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1950s Atomic Age Rare Table Lamp All Original Condition
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful brass and black painted metal, American Mid-Century Modern table lamp with its original
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Minty! Space Age Aluminum & Brass Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! 1950s Atomic
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
Superb!
Mid Century Modern
Table Lamp!
Aluminum and Brass
Incredible Brushed Brass!
Very Fine
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM!
REMBRANDT
MID CENTURY MODERN
TABLE LAMP!
ATOMIC AWESOME!
DIMENSIONS
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Mid Century Majestic Table Lamp! Atomic MCM Luxcraft Brass 1950s Incredibly Rare
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
MAJESTIC MID CENTURY TABLE LAMP
STUNNING!
PERFORATED SCREENS
WOOD & BRASS
EXQUISITE MID CENTURY
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Metal, Brass
H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in
Vintage Space Age Sputnik Atomic-Style Brass Metal Table Lamp
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in Miami, FL
plated and polished brass details. Brass base, atomic symbol center, end caps, neck stem and any brass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Palm Springs Art Deco 50s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
REMBRANDT TABLE LAMP
BRASS & LINEN
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM!
"FOLDED RIBBON" LAMP
MID CENTURY
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in
Laurel Lamp Co. Atomic Sputnik Polished Chrome & Brass Table Lamp, C. 1970
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co., Tommi Parzinger
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Laurel Lamp Co. Sputnik Polished Mixed Metal Table Lamp with Glass Shade. Featuring a sturdy
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
Atomic Swedish Modern Table Lamp
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Sweden
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1950s
Materials: Metal
Measurements: 14.5? tall
Condition: In excellent original condition.
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
WOW! Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern Atomic Blender Design! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM!
REMBRANDT
"ATOMIC BLENDER"
MID CENTURY MODERN
TABLE LAMP!
MONUMENTAL
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
H 29 in W 18 in D 18 in
Lightolier Atomic Sputnik Ball Table Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A great table lamp with its original globe shades out of a nice Palm Springs Estate. This 1970’s
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Atomic Double Cone & Ball Table Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Large scale mid-century modern table lamp made from two spun aluminum cones and a large brass
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Space Age Atomic Chrome Abstract Table Lamp
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Space Age Atomic Chrome Abstract Table Lamp
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Atomic 1950s Table Lamp by ASEA, Sweden
By ASEA
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Early 1950s table lamp with fully adjustable partially perforated Aluminium shade. The concentric
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
1950s Belgium Atomic lamp
Located in London, Lambeth
Beautiful small table lamp in an Atomic style in brass
with a small chain switch all original
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1950s Atomic Starburst Sphere Table Lamp Tripod Pedestal
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Table Lamp
Atomic age ceramic starburst globe table lamp on metal base with bronze feet 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Red Atomic Tripod Table Lamp 1950's Italy
Located in Lisboa, PT
A playful and rare find from 1950s Italy, this red atomic tripod table lamp embodies the exuberant
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Atomic Style Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This 1960s table lamp features the original fiberglass shade that is tiered. The lamp is black iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage Post Modern Atomic Copper & Aluminum Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition:
Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
Pair of Atomic Tripod Table Lamps 1950's Italy
Located in Lisboa, PT
Charming pair of Atomic tripod table lamps, Italy, 1950s. These sculptural miniatures of mid
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Atomic Black, White and Gold Table Lamp
Located in Charleston, SC
A fantastic black and white table lamp with 24kt gold accents and a hand painted gold shade. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid century brass tripod table lamp, 1950s, Atomic age
Located in Hägersten, SE
Large and unusual tripod table lamp. Made during the 1950s from solid polished brass with very high
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1960s Atomic Lime Green Wood Table Lamp Tripod Iron Base
By Arthur Umanoff
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Atomic Lime Green Wood Table Lamp Tripod Iron Base
California atomic design.
No label. After
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Tall American Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
A Klassik Mid-Century Modern Atomic design ceramic tall lamp with brass fittings in perfect working
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Saucer Desk Lamp ... Space Age UFO Atomic Era Table Lamp
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage black early 1970s flying saucer desk/table lamp influenced by the atomic age of the moon
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Glorious MId Century Danish Modern Atomic Fiberglass Shade Table Lamp 1950s
By Hansen Lighting Co., Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Sweet!
Mid Century Modern
Fiberglass Tripod
Table / Accent Lamp!
Rare design!
This is a
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Lightolier Table Lamp Black Gerald Thurston Atomic Decor Fiberglass MCM 1950s
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
LIGHTOLIER
ICONIC!
BEAUTIFUL EBONY!
DUAL SHADE DESK/TABLE LAMP
By GERALD THURSTON
Does your Case
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 18 in W 15 in D 15 in
Atomic Ball Adjustable Lamp by Frederic Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Fraser, MI
Adjustable Table Lamp by Frederic Weinberg.
Restored.
Glass, Lacquer and Steel construction
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Italian Mid Century Brass & Wood 'Atomic' Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Italian mid century brass & wood 'Atomic' lamp
Italy, 1950s
A unique mid-century lamp, the lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1960's Atomic Age Mid Century Modern Futuristic 3 Light Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Beautiful and Unusual 1960's Atomic Age Mid Century Modern Futurist Ceramic Table Lamp. Shade
Category
Vintage 1960s American Futurist Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair! Raymor Mid Century Modern Atomic Pottery Table Lamps Aqua Copper Sputnik
By Raymor
Located in Peoria, AZ
MAGNIFICENT!
Spectacularly Rare Pair
Raymor Mid Century Modern
Atomic Pottery & Metal
Table Lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 23 in W 16 in D 16 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Metal Atomic Tripod Fiberglass Shade Table Lamp 50s
By Hansen Lighting Co., Frederic Weinberg
Located in Peoria, AZ
Sweet!
Mid Century Modern
Metal Fiberglass Tripod
Table / Accent Lamp!
Rare design!
Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Mid Century Modern Atomic Brass Rocket Table Lamp 1950s Sputnik Torpedo Shape
By General Lighting
Located in Peoria, AZ
Stunning!
Mid Century Modern
Brass Accented
Rocket Ship Style
Table Lamp!
Here is a marvelous
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 26 in W 16 in D 16 in
1950s Authentic Mid-Century Modern Double Shade Table Lamp by Majestic Lamp Comp
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Monrovia, CA
Lamp Co.
Beautiful Atomic 1950s double shade table lamp by Majestic Lamp Company is in excellent
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 27 in W 36 in D 14 in
Mid Century Modern J. T. Kalmar Franken KG Atomic 7 Chrome Table Lamp
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Lafayette, IN
Rare "Atomic 7" model table lamp by J.T. Kalmar of Austria. The unique design is inspired by the
Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Large Pair of Original American Atomic circa 1940s Polished Chrome Table Lamps
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
branch chrome table lamps
These lamps give off a huge amount of light as the bulbs sit slightly proud
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 29.53 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Mid Century Modern Atomic Eyeball Table Lamps by Sijaj Hrastnik, 70s, Pair
Located in Lucija, SI
Very retro red pair of Mid Century Eyeball Table Lamps were made by Sijaj Hrastnik Yugoslavia in
Category
Vintage 1970s Slovenian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
1950's Atomic Age Patinated Brass Torchiere Table Lamp Pierced Cone Shade
By Lightolier
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare patinated brass 3-way torchiere table lamp, circa 1950's with pierced perforated
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1950s Atomic Brass or Metal Lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s atomic brass lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Chrome Table Lamp Style of Karl Springer, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic Studio Decor
By Karl Springer
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
CHROME TABLE LAMP
PERSPEX DIFFUSER AND LINEN SHADE
IN THE STYLE OF KARL SPRINGER, CIRCA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Italian Brass Geometric Table Lamp Style of Gio Ponti, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic
By Arredoluce, Gio Ponti
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
WOOD, PERSPEX & BRASS
GEOMETRIC TABLE LAMP
IN THE STYLE OF GIO PONTI, CIRCA 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 28 in W 16 in D 16 in
Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Lynard of California Cork Crackled Glass Walnut Atomic Era Modern Egg Table Lamp. Item
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Acrylic, Walnut
H 24.5 in W 11 in D 11 in
Mid Century Modern Up Light Table Lamp Atomic Italian Design Angelo Lelli 1950
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Peoria, AZ
STUNNING!
ITALIAN MID CENTURY STYLE!
MID CENTURY MODERN
PUNCHED METAL SHADE
ACCENT/UP LAMP
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Lamp With Pleated Shade
Located in Charleston, SC
A fabulous colorful Quartzite lamp with a textured body, on a brass base. The lamp and shade are
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric, Paint
Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor
By Kurt Versen
Located in Peoria, AZ
KURT VERSEN GOOSE NECK DESK LAMP!
ICONIC!
MID CENTURY DESIGN AT ITS FINEST!
GORGEOUS RED ENAMEL
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 16 in W 12 in D 12 in
Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60's
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century, Atomic, Space Age jack form table lamp, by Lightolier, design attributed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the atomic table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each atomic table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and wood. There are 99 variations of the antique or vintage atomic table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer atomic table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. An atomic table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Majestic Lamp Company, Gerald Thurston and Heifetz Rotaflex each produced at least one beautiful atomic table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Atomic Table Lamp?
Prices for an atomic table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $235 and can go as high as $10,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,250.
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 Atomic Table Lamp
- What is atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When it comes to home decor, an atomic lamp is a term used to define interestingly shaped lamps from the 1950s or the mid-century design period. This is a time when the atomic bomb was in the news and the telltale mushroom cloud was the inspiration for the shape of these lamps. It’s a loose description of the new shapes that were being seen in lighting in this era. Shop a collection of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The atomic lamp was a favorite mid-century modern design. The lamp took on characteristics of the molecular composition of the atom, and were found in a variety of shapes, materials and colors. You’ll find a variety of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
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