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Austrian Table Lamp from the 1930s with Bakelite Base and Glass Ball
Located in Vienna, Austria
Austrian table lamp from the 1930s, is composed of a Bakelite base with a glass ball. The pattern
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

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Glass, Bakelite

Austrian Table Lamp, Jugendstil, Hoffmannesque
Located in Vienna, Austria
Just looking at this table lamp we can see that it exudes high quality design and manufacture that
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Brass

Austrian Table Lamps from the 1950s
Located in Vienna, Austria
This delicate, humorful table lamp from Austria dates circa 1950s. Made of brass with off white
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Austrian Table Lamps from the 1950s
Austrian Table Lamps from the 1950s
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H 19.3 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in
Antique Austrian Bronze Table Lamp in the Style of Bergman
By Franz Xaver Bergman (Bergmann)
Located in Toledo, OH
This antique Austrian table lamp is in the style of Bergman. This piece is cold painted and
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

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Bronze

Koranda table lamp, austria 1930
By Koranda Austria
Located in Schwerin, MV
Well-preserved banker's lamp/table lamp from the 1930s in the Bauhaus style. Manufacturer probably
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Koranda table lamp, austria 1930
Koranda table lamp, austria 1930
H 15.75 in W 9.45 in D 15.75 in
Bauhaus table lamp by Christian Dell for Koranda OVE Austria
By Christian Dell, Koranda Austria
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
White bauhaus table lamp by Christian Dell for Koranda OVE Austria in original vintage condition.
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Metal

Table Lamp by Koranda, circa 1930s
By Koranda Austria
Located in Gloucester, GB
Table lamp by Koranda Circa 1930s - Original Cream paint - On/Off switch on the base
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Steel

Table Lamp by Koranda, circa 1930s
Table Lamp by Koranda, circa 1930s
H 14.97 in W 9.45 in D 13.78 in
Charles Martin, Pendulum table lamp, Woka Austria 1970s
By Woka Lamps, Charles Martin
Located in Firenze, IT
Adjustable Pendulum lamp designed by Charles Martin 1930, riedited in 1970s by Woka Austria, 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Metal

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Austria, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced in Austria, c. 1940s. Assorted
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Table Lamps

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Brass

Rare Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremaly rare bauhaus table lamp, brass nickel-plated fitted with one E27 socket. Made in Austria
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamps

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Brass, Nickel

Rare Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamp
Rare Austrian Bauhaus Table Lamp
H 16.54 in W 11.03 in D 5.52 in
Austrian Bamboo Table Lamp, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Austrian bamboo table lamp from the 1950s. Original shade in nice condition with some
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Austrian Bamboo Table Lamp, 1950s
Austrian Bamboo Table Lamp, 1950s
H 15.75 in W 14.18 in D 12.6 in
Haus Henneberg Brass Table Lamp, Austria
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau table lamp designed for Haus Henneberg and designated HH1. Designed by Josef Hoffmann
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20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps

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Brass

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
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

Exceptional Brass Table Lamp, Austria, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Exceptional brass table lamp, Austria, 1950s. The lamp comes with E27 Edisonscrew fit bulb
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Austrian Ivory & Bronze Sculpture Table Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Beautiful carved ivory and bronze table lamp with alabaster shade.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Marble, Alabaster, Bronze

Art Deco Machine Age Majestic Nickel Plated Desk Table Lamp by Woka Lamps
By Woka Lamps
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic desk table lamp by Woka Vienna, circa 1980s solid metal nickel plated finish shows a lot
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20th Century Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Chrome

Hotel Astoria Vienna Jugendstil Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
1970s. All the lamps have been recreated by WOKA and Stefan Passini according to old photographs. Most
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Brass

Carl Auböck #4263 Table Lamp "Nun", Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
Carl Auböck #4263 table lamp "Nun", Austria.
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Carl Auböck #4263 Table Lamp "Nun", Austria
Carl Auböck #4263 Table Lamp "Nun", Austria
H 21.26 in W 0.04 in D 0.04 in
Mantodeus Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern Style Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A well balanced table lamp, consists of hand-formed, sand-casted base, and a turned counter- weight
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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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.
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2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

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Silk

Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
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H 28.35 in Dm 15.75 in
Original Early 20th Century Crystal Candelabra Table Lamp
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand cut Crystal Bulbs with energy efficiency class A++ to E can be used for this lamp.  
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Large Austrian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large Austrian bamboo and brass table lamp
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Austrian Art Nouveau Jewel Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Bronze Art Nouveau table lamp with floral relief decoration and red glass jewel.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Huge Art Deco Table Lamp, Austria, 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Huge Art Deco table lamp, Austria, 1920s Marble and brass Good original condition.
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Table Lamp by Profundus, Austria 1950s
Located in Zohor, SK
Beautiful office lamp produced in Austria in 1950s. Originally the lamp was used as a thermo lamp
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Industrial Table Lamps

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Table Lamp by Profundus, Austria 1950s
Vintage Table Lamp by Profundus, Austria 1950s
H 15.75 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Pair of Original Jugendstil Table Lamps Early 20th Century
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Opulent decorated pair of table lamps in the form of a lyra Suitable for US.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Original 20th Century Bouillon Silver Plated Table Lamp 1920
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Table-lamp in the style of an antique oil-lamp Material used is brass silver plated, lacquered
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Early 20th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Table Lamps

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Brass, Metal

A Modernist Table Lamp by Kalmar Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare, modernist table lamp by Kalmar, 1950's. Yellow shade on adjustable eye hook, heavy pot
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Jugendstil Table Lamp, Matches the Josef Hoffmann Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Sanatorium designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1903, this table lamp matches perfectly. Most components according
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Quo Mini Cardboard and Brass Table Lamp, Diff. Colors Available
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Desklamp brass, cardboard, other colors on request. Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
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2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

German or Austrian Fruitwood Deco Table Lamp
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Sharon, CT
A charming little lamp, with a rich honey colored patina in the manner of Josef Hoffmann. Needs
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps

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Wood

Pair of Austrian Moser Crystal 1970 Table Lamps
By Moser
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1970s Austrian black urn crystal table lamps by famed maker, Moser. Rewired with polished
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand-cut crystal glass Suitable for US.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
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H 20.87 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Woka Jugendstil Vienna Secessionist Table Lamp, Re Edition with Opaline Shade
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Table light with opaline glass shade, handformed and sandcasted brass parts. Most components
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Brass

Arnold Poell, Table Lamp, Brass, Paper, Austria, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and paper table lamp designed by Arnold Poell and produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Carl Auböck #7255-1 Horn Table Lamp, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
Carl Auböck #7255-1 horn table lamp, Austria made of horn, brass and chintz. Also available in a
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Capiz Shell Table Lamp by Vest Leuchten Austria
By VEST Leuchten
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass lamp stand chromed fitted with one E27 socket with a shade with capiz shells. Made by Vest
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Shell

Early 20th Century Austrian Jugend Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Skanninge, SE
A very unusual and rare table lamp. Austrian, Art nouveau early 20th century lampshade. Green
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Hommage to Franz West, Woka Brass Table Lamp "Go West", Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Fits to the "House Mueller" pendant lamp designed by Adolf Loos in 1928 Material used is brass and
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2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Regal Austrian Crystal Table Lamp with Bronze Decoration
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very impressive crystal lamp with beautiful bronze details and custom pleated shade with gold trim
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Table Lamps

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Crystal

Clear and Modern Art Deco Style Bauhaus Brass Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a very clear and modern lamp from the Bauhaus- period 1920-1930. the image shows a black
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

Table Lamp Adjustable by Rupert Nikoll Midcentury, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare desk light by Rupert Nikoll, Austria circa 1955 Iconic desk light made from brass
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass, Aluminum

Rocket Table Lamp in Red & Cream Metal, Austria, 1970s
Located in Zohor, SK
his is a great table lamp inspired by the space age era in Midcentury design period. Produced in
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Vintage 1970s Austrian Space Age Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Carl Auböck #3741 Table Lamp "Horseshoe", Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Carl Auböck
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of Carl Auböck #3741 table lamp "Horseshoe", Austria in brass, manila and chintz. The diameter
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2010s Austrian Table Lamps

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Brass

J.T. Kalmar Attribution, Table Lamp, Brass, Austria, 1940s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass table lamp design and production attributed to J.T. Kalmar, Austria, c. 1940s
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Vintage 1940s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Maria Theresia Crystal Glass Table Lamp Early 20th Century Original from 1900
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A typical fixture from the turn of the last century, circa 1900, wrought iron with glass-layers. In the centre a handblown and cut glass-vase.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Baroque Revival Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely period Austrian Art Nouveau bronze table lamp. This beautifully detailed, high quality
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
H 23.5 in W 12 in D 4 in
Art Deco Vintage Bakelite Lavender Table Lamp Bedside Lamp, 1930s, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage table lamp or bedside lamp from bakelite in brown color in beautiful Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Bakelite, Fabric

Midcentury Black Brass Table or Desk Lamp, Austria, 1960s
By Louis Kalff, Hillebrand, Heinz Pfaender
Located in Vienna, AT
A beautiful Mid-Century table or desk lamp from the 1960s, made in Austria. This charming light a
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Art Deco Vintage Bedside Lamps Table Lamps Walnut Chromed Metal 1925 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Austria. A stunning pair of bedside lamps or table lamps with curved mounting from chromed metal and
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Large Art Deco handmade Table Lamp in Bronze, Austria
Located in Vienna, Austria
A hand made Art Deco table lamp in a geometric style from brass , 1930's , Vienna. The form of the
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Brass

"Teleskop" Table Lamp by J. T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
The so-called "Teleskop" table lamp, an original by J.T. Kalmar with the model number 2090. It
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

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Metal

Josef Hoffmann Opaline Glass Table Lamp, Re-Edition, Woka Lamps, Vienna
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A table light with Opaline glass shade, pictured in brass. Brass, optionally varnished or nickel
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Original Kalmar Table Nightstand Lamps, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
This lovely vintage pair of Mid-Century nightstand lamps from Austria, one of which still bears its
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Austrian Midcentury Floor Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna form the 1950s. Steel frame fitted with three E27 sockets up to 60 Watts or LED. Excellent condition.
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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Austrian Midcentury Floor Lamp
Austrian Midcentury Floor Lamp
H 59.45 in Dm 18.9 in
Bakalowits Table Lamp, Patinated Brass and Glass, Austria, 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A high quality table light by Bakalowits & Söhne, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Jugendstil Vintage Brass Multicolored Glass Stones Table Lamp 1910 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil vintage table lamp from brass and multicolored decor stones circa 1910 Austria. A
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Brass

Brass Glass Vintage Table Lamp Style Vienna Secession, 1930s, Austria
Located in Praha, CZ
Brass glass vintage table lamp style Vienna Secession, which was made 1930s, Austria. The brass
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Vintage 1930s Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps

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Brass

Chrome Metal and Crystal Glass Table Lamp, Austria, circa 1960
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Chrome metal and crystal glass table lamp. Austria, circa 1960. Attributed to Bakalowits & Söhne.
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

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Crystal, Metal, Chrome

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Lamp
By Franz Bergmann
Located in Denton, TX
Viennese cold painted bronze orientalist lamp attributed to Bergman of an Middle Eastern man riding
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Early 20th Century Austrian Table Lamps

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Bronze

Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Lamp
Austrian Cold Painted Bronze Lamp
H 10.75 in W 6.13 in D 5 in
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Austrian Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of Austrian table lamps is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct Austrian table lamps — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. We have 1298 antique and vintage Austrian table lamps in-stock, while there are 97 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of Austrian table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of Austrian table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau Austrian table lamps are of considerable interest. Many Austrian table lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but J.T. Kalmar, Woka Lamps and Rupert Nikoll produced popular Austrian table lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Austrian Table Lamps?

Prices for Austrian table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Austrian table lamps begin at $239 and can go as high as $76,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,869.

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 Austrian Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    There 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, 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 22, 2024
    The 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.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

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