What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?

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.

What is a bedside table called?

A bedside table is also known as a nightstand. It is a small table or cabinet designed to stand beside a bed, but it can also be placed elsewhere in a bedroom. Find a variety of vintage and antique bedside tables on 1stDibs.

How tall should bedside tables be?

There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.

What can you replace a bedside table with?

You can replace a bedside table with many things. Some ideas include a desk, metal trunk, bar cart, stool or floating wall shelf. To ensure that you can easily access items, choose something that is as close to the height of your bed as possible. Shop a range of bedroom furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What do you put on a bedside table?

The most common items to put on a bedside table are lamps, clocks, candles and catch-all trays. What you put on your bedside table is totally up to you. People tend to put items they think they may need throughout the night and in the morning.

Can you use a chest of drawers as a bedside table?

Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?

To 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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

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.

Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?

It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.

How big should a table lamp be?

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.

What are table lamps used for?

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.

What is a buffet table lamp?

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.

How do I identify my table lamp?

To 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.

Do table lamps have to match?

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.

How does a table lamp work?

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.

What's the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?

Table lamps are typically used for ambient or bedside light with a shade that diffuses light broadly, while desk lamps are more directional and task-focused.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

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.

How do I fix an old table lamp?

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.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

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.

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As You Like It Lamps

Hollywood Collection by Matteo Thun for Tronconi, 1989

$1,537 / set

Hollywood Collection by Matteo Thun for Tronconi, 1989

By Matteo Thun

Located in Weesp, NL

A pair of elegant and stylish table or bedside lamps designed by Matteo Thun. They recall the glamorous Hollywood of the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Orange with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line, Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

19th century Georgian tambour bedside table

$1,951 / item

19th century Georgian tambour bedside table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Raised on square chamfered legs. Ideal for use as a bedside table or as a lamp table in the living room.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Side Table, Italian, Kingwood, Marble, Bedside Nightstand, Victorian

$2,098Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Side Table, Italian, Kingwood, Marble, Bedside Nightstand, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an exquisite antique side table. An Italian, kingwood and marble bedside nightstand dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Victorian Mahogany Cylindrical Pot Cupboards with Marble Tops

$1,356Sale Price|28% Off

Pair of Victorian Mahogany Cylindrical Pot Cupboards with Marble Tops

Located in Worcester, GB

This practical and decorative pair exhibits the restrained classical styling typical of mid-19th century English bedroom furniture, and their versatile scale makes them ideal as beds...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Pair of Spanish Solid Walnut Nightstands with Hand-Carved Drawer Fronts

$2,080 / set

Antique Pair of Spanish Solid Walnut Nightstands with Hand-Carved Drawer Fronts

Located in Miami, FL

Their compact proportions make them ideal as bedside tables, lamp tables, or accent pieces in a living room, hallway, or reading nook.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Walnut Commode, Neoclassical Design, Brass Knobs

$2,200

19th Century Italian Walnut Commode, Neoclassical Design, Brass Knobs

Located in Atlanta, GA

Subtle molding details along the top and base add depth and refinement, while the surface displays honest wear, small marks, and variations consistent with age and use, contributing ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Spanish Solid Walnut Nightstands with Two Drawers and Turned Legs

$2,445 / set

Pair of Spanish Solid Walnut Nightstands with Two Drawers and Turned Legs

Located in Miami, FL

Their compact proportions make them ideal as bedside tables, lamp stands, or accent chests in a living room or hallway.

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

1960s Lidokov Space Age Brass and Opaline Glass Floor Lamp

$437Sale Price|20% Off

1960s Lidokov Space Age Brass and Opaline Glass Floor Lamp

By Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

At 89 cm (35.04 in) high, this versatile piece can be used as a low floor lamp, statement table lamp, bedside lamp or ambient light alongside a sofa or lounge chair.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Nabila' by Tooy, Black & Smoke Glass

$2,158 / item

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Nabila' by Tooy, Black & Smoke Glass

By TOOY, Corrado Dotti

Located in Paris, IDF

Different varieties are available for any situation: chandeliers (in five different models) or table lamp, bedside (smaller), floor or wall (available in three different models for s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chrome Floor Lamp with Red Shade

$789Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chrome Floor Lamp with Red Shade

By Joe Colombo

Located in Vienna, AT

It´s Design is very close to Joe Colombo´s 626 Floor Lamp for Oluce and it is large enough that it works over a couch, dining room table or as bedside lamp.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Osman 560.64' by Tooy, Black & Smoke Glass

$2,984 / item

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Osman 560.64' by Tooy, Black & Smoke Glass

By TOOY, Corrado Dotti

Located in Paris, IDF

Different varieties are available for any situation: chandeliers (in five different models) or table lamp, bedside (smaller), floor or wall (available in three different models for s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Nabila' by Tooy, Brushed Brass & Clear Glass

$1,742 / item

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Nabila' by Tooy, Brushed Brass & Clear Glass

By TOOY, Corrado Dotti

Located in Paris, IDF

Different varieties are available for any situation: chandeliers (in five different models) or table lamp, bedside (smaller), floor or wall (available in three different models for s...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Black with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Brass with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Retro Blue with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Retro Blue with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Gloss White with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Gloss White with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Hot Pink with White Frosted Glass Shade

$795 / item

Stemlite Floor Lamp by Designline in Hot Pink with White Frosted Glass Shade

By Design Line

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Imagine a pair of these lamps used as bedside lamps, on end tables in a living room, or a matching pair on top of a vintage credenza.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Super Pair French Bedside Lamp Tables

$1,743 / set

Super Pair French Bedside Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

Fine pair of French freestanding lamp tables, each with a single drawer and ormolu mounts in excellent overall condition. 29.5" high 21" wide 13" depth You are welcome to view this...

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Circular Sewing / Lamp Table

$2,537

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Circular Sewing / Lamp Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Dimensions: Height: 75.5 cm (29.72 in) Width: 52.5 cm (20.66 in) Depth: 52 cm (20.47 in) Styling & Use This piece lends itself effortlessly to a number of refined domestic settings...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Nightstand with Parquetry Top and Brass Sabot Feet, 1950's

$2,050

Mid-Century Modern Nightstand with Parquetry Top and Brass Sabot Feet, 1950's

Located in Beirut, LB

An exceptionally versatile piece at a practical scale, working equally well as a bedside table, lamp table, or accent piece in a living room or hallway.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Superb Pair Yew Campaign Bedside Lamp Tables

$2,012 / set

Superb Pair Yew Campaign Bedside Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A very nice pair of yew wood three drawer campaign bedside lamp tables with green leather slide, inset brass straps and handles, in very good overall condition. 26.5" high 18" wide ...

Category

Vintage 1920s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Yew

Top Quality Pair French Bedside Lamp Tables

$1,749 / set

Top Quality Pair French Bedside Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A superb pair of French bombe shaped marquetry inlaid bedside lamp tables, ormolu mounts, excellent quality marble tops. 29" high 16" wide 10" depth You are welcome to view this it...

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Tulipwood

Top Quality Pair French Walnut Bedside Lamp Tables

$1,743 / set

Top Quality Pair French Walnut Bedside Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

Very nice pair of French walnut bedside lamp tables, lined with white marble, freestanding and in super overall colour and condition. 33.5" high 16" wide 15.5" depth You are welcom...

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Ilaria Side Table, Forest

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Forest

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British American Classical Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

Ilaria Side Table, Terracotta

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Terracotta

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British American Classical Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech, Lacquer

GORGEOUS ViNTAGE ART DECO STYLE BURR WALNUT SIDE END LAMP TABLE QUEEN ANNE LEGS

$740

GORGEOUS ViNTAGE ART DECO STYLE BURR WALNUT SIDE END LAMP TABLE QUEEN ANNE LEGS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Burr Walnut Bedside End Lamp Wine Table With Queen Anne Legs.

Category

20th Century British Queen Anne Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Ilaria Side Table, Mustard

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Mustard

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Ilaria Side Table, Ocean

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Ocean

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Ilaria Side Table, Natural

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Natural

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Ilaria Side Table, Pomegranate

$1,460 / item

Ilaria Side Table, Pomegranate

Located in Isleworth, GB

The Ilaria bedside or lamp table is one of our latest additions to Pome by Ceraudo, our first collection designed in-house.

Category

2010s British Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table

$1,081

Late 20th Century Classical Style Round Side Table / Sewing Table

Located in Opole, PL

Its refined proportions, clean lines, and rich mahogany finish make it suitable as a side table, occasional table, lamp table, bedside table, or decorative sewing table.

Category

Late 20th Century Polish Regency Revival Gueridon

Materials

Fruitwood

Antique Silver Plated Caterpillar, Italian Sculpture Whimsical Decorative Figure

$430

Antique Silver Plated Caterpillar, Italian Sculpture Whimsical Decorative Figure

Located in Wembley, GB

Its quirky character makes it particularly suitable for an eclectic interior where antique and vintage objects are combined with antique paintings, handmade rugs and carpets, decorat...

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver Plate, Silver Leaf

PAIR OF VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY BURR WALNUT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TABLEs

$7,402 / set

PAIR OF VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY BURR WALNUT HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE TABLEs

By David Linley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this pair of stunning original Viscount David Linley, Burr Walnut with Satinwood side end tables that are he...

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Tables

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Fine 20th Century English Golden Oak Side Table

$1,265

Fine 20th Century English Golden Oak Side Table

Located in Nottingham, GB

At only 39 cm deep, this is a particularly versatile piece, ideally suited as a side table, lamp table, bedside table or occasional table within traditional, country-house or contemp...

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Two-Tier End Table

$550

Midcentury Two-Tier End Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique end table is perfect for bedside storage, lamp table, or living room sofa table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Mahogany Side Table

$1,278

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Mahogany Side Table

Located in Nottingham, GB

Its particularly versatile proportions make the table suitable as a side table, lamp table, bedside table or occasional table within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Mahogany Side Table

$1,473

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Mahogany Side Table

Located in Nottingham, GB

At only 58 cm wide and 41.5 cm deep, this is a particularly versatile compact table, ideally suited as a side table, lamp table, bedside table or occasional table within traditional,...

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Spider Side Table by Jindřich Halabala, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

$450Sale Price|20% Off

Spider Side Table by Jindřich Halabala, Czechoslovakia, 1960s

By Jindřich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

It functions perfectly as a side table, end table, lamp table, bedside table, or occasional table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Antique French Neoclassical Fruitwood Side Table or Desk with Drawer

$2,200

Antique French Neoclassical Fruitwood Side Table or Desk with Drawer

Located in Hopewell, NJ

With its clean lines and warm patina, this versatile French antique table is ideally scaled as a side table, lamp table, bedside table, entry table or small writing table.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial End Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Faux-Book english side table

$2,400

19th Century Faux-Book english side table

Located in Dallas, TX

Behind the book façade lies discreet storage—perfect for stashing away personal items or evening essentials—while the compact footprint makes it ideal as a lamp table, bedside stand,...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Faux Leather

Pair French Side Tables Louis XV Revival Interiors

$1,924

Pair French Side Tables Louis XV Revival Interiors

Located in Potters Bar, GB

A superb pair of French Louis XV style marquetry and ormolu mounted side tables, crafted in richly figured kingwood and beautifully decorated with intricate parquetry and floral marq...

Category

Vintage 1980s Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Edwardian Oak Barley Twist Petite Occasional Side Table 1900s-1920s

$747

Antique Edwardian Oak Barley Twist Petite Occasional Side Table 1900s-1920s

Located in London, GB

Versatile and very usable — equally suited as a lamp table, bedside table or side table. Structurally sound throughout.

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century English Antique Mahogany Side Table with Cabriole Legs

$1,865

Early 20th Century English Antique Mahogany Side Table with Cabriole Legs

Located in Nottingham, GB

At only 60.5 cm wide, this is a particularly versatile and desirable piece, suitable as a side table, lamp table, bedside table or occasional table within traditional, period-inspire...

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine Antique Early 20th Century English Oak Side Table with Drawer

$1,195

Fine Antique Early 20th Century English Oak Side Table with Drawer

Located in Nottingham, GB

It would work equally well as a side table, lamp table, bedside table or occasional table.

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Heals-Style Oak Side Table

$2,005

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Heals-Style Oak Side Table

Located in Nottingham, GB

Its unusually tall 76.5 cm height makes it suitable as a lamp table, bedside table, plant stand or decorative occasional table within an Arts and Crafts, country-house or sophisticat...

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Model Car Mercedes Benz 300 S Cabriolet Black Cream Collectible Classic

$457

Vintage Model Car Mercedes Benz 300 S Cabriolet Black Cream Collectible Classic

Located in Wembley, GB

More than simply a model vehicle, this is a stylish decorative object for a gentleman's study, library, office, living room, display cabinet, bookcase or coffee table. It would work ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, Iron, Nick...

Vintage Model Car Mercedes Benz 300 S Cabriolet Black Cream Collectible Classic

$1,755

Vintage Model Car Mercedes Benz 300 S Cabriolet Black Cream Collectible Classic

Located in Wembley, GB

More than simply a model vehicle, this is a stylish decorative object for a gentleman's study, library, office, living room, display cabinet, bookcase or coffee table. It would work ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metallic Thread, Aluminum, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Cut Steel, Foil, ...

Italian Art Deco Walnut & Zebrano Side Table – c.1930s

$877

Italian Art Deco Walnut & Zebrano Side Table – c.1930s

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Compact and refined, this piece would work beautifully as a lamp table, bedside, or occasional accent in a Deco-inspired interior.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Walnut

1980s Empire Style Mahogany Gueridon Table with Giltwood Swan Supports

$2,350

1980s Empire Style Mahogany Gueridon Table with Giltwood Swan Supports

Located in Morristown, NJ

At just over 21 inches in diameter, it functions beautifully as a drinks table, bedside pedestal, lamp table, or as a sculptural stand for a plant or object.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Empire Gueridon

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

PAIR BURR WALNUT BEDSIDE NIGHTSTANDS END SIDE LAMP TABLES BRiGHTS OF NETTLEBED

$3,714

PAIR BURR WALNUT BEDSIDE NIGHTSTANDS END SIDE LAMP TABLES BRiGHTS OF NETTLEBED

By Brights of Nettlebed

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Pair Of Burr Walnut Bedside Nightstands End Side Lamp Tables By Brights of Nettlebed.

Category

20th Century British Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

1920s pair of Danish marble & brass gallery painted tables

$3,028

1920s pair of Danish marble & brass gallery painted tables

Located in London, GB

In a striking mottled grey green marble they sit firmly on four later painted pale grey fluted legs with neoclassical rosette detail. Versatile as side, lamp or bedside tables the wo...

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Directoire Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair 1920's Directoire Bronze Rams head Marble Top Gueridon Tables

$17,500 / set

Pair 1920's Directoire Bronze Rams head Marble Top Gueridon Tables

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

They make outstanding lamp tables flanking a sofa, luxurious bedside tables in a master suite, elegant display stands for bronze sculpture or porcelain, or sophisticated accent table...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Louis XV End Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Leopard Side Table

$1,850

Antique Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Leopard Side Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions; (approx) 23.5" High, 19.25" Diameter (top point to point), 17.5" x 17.5" (top side to side) As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions...

Category

Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Anglo-Indian End Tables

Materials

Oak, Padouk

Antique fine quality 19th Century Chinese hardwood and marble vase lamp side bed

$1,879Sale Price|30% Off

Antique fine quality 19th Century Chinese hardwood and marble vase lamp side bed

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique fine quality 19th Century Chinese hardwood and marble vase lamp side bedside table. No loose joints or woodworm.

Category

Antique 19th Century Pedestals

Materials

Wood

Vintage Signed Horacio Acuña Spanish Side Table

$3,300

Vintage Signed Horacio Acuña Spanish Side Table

Located in Forney, TX

As warm and attractive as it is functional, the piece can be used many different ways, including as an end table, occasional table, cocktail or coffee table, bedside nightstand, lamp...

Category

Late 20th Century End Tables

Materials

Bronze

Victorian Style Two-Tier Wood Whatnot Side Table with Turned Legs and Gallery

$6,137

Victorian Style Two-Tier Wood Whatnot Side Table with Turned Legs and Gallery

Located in Lisbon, PT

With its compact width and narrow depth, this versatile piece is ideal as a side table, lamp table, bedside table, plant stand or decorative display table.

Category

20th Century European Victorian End Tables

Materials

Chestnut

English 19th Century Oak Bobbin Leg Side Table with Single Drawer

$4,500

English 19th Century Oak Bobbin Leg Side Table with Single Drawer

Located in Atlanta, GA

It could be used as a side table, small writing table, lamp table, bedside table, hall table, or accent table in a library, sitting room, bedroom, or country house interior.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Side Table with Cabriole Legs and Hoof Feet

$2,450

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Side Table with Cabriole Legs and Hoof Feet

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A versatile example of French antique furniture, beautifully suited as a side table, lamp table, bedside table, nightstand, occasional table or small writing table in both traditiona...

Category

Antique 1860s French Louis XV End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables with Black Lacquered Tops Jansen Style

$4,950 / set

Pair Neoclassical Style Brass Side Tables with Black Lacquered Tops Jansen Style

By Maison Jansen

Located in Bradenton, FL

The legs are surmounted by acorn or flame finials at each upper corner post. These versatile tables work beautifully as sofa end tables, bedside tables, drink tables, or lamp tables.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass

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Bedside Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of bedside table lamps available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct bedside table lamps — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 168 antique and vintage bedside table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 24 modern editions to choose from as well. Bedside table lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Bedside table lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made bedside table lamps over the years, but those made by Foster+Partners, Aaron Shoon and Heather Shoon are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Bedside Table Lamps?

Prices for bedside table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, bedside table lamps begin at $267 and can go as high as $13,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,473.

Questions About Bedside Table Lamps

What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?
1 Answer
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.”

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What is a bedside table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A bedside table is also known as a nightstand. It is a small table or cabinet designed to stand beside a bed, but it can also be placed elsewhere in a bedroom. Find a variety of vintage and antique bedside tables on 1stDibs.
How tall should bedside tables be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.
What can you replace a bedside table with?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can replace a bedside table with many things. Some ideas include a desk, metal trunk, bar cart, stool or floating wall shelf. To ensure that you can easily access items, choose something that is as close to the height of your bed as possible. Shop a range of bedroom furniture from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What do you put on a bedside table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The most common items to put on a bedside table are lamps, clocks, candles and catch-all trays. What you put on your bedside table is totally up to you. People tend to put items they think they may need throughout the night and in the morning.
Can you use a chest of drawers as a bedside table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To 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.
What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
1 Answer
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.
Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.
How big should a table lamp be?
1 Answer
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.
What are table lamps used for?
1 Answer
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.
What is a buffet table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify my table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To 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.
Do table lamps have to match?
1 Answer
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.
How does a table lamp work?
1 Answer
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.
What's the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Table lamps are typically used for ambient or bedside light with a shade that diffuses light broadly, while desk lamps are more directional and task-focused.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
How do I fix an old table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
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.

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