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1818 Patinated Bronze Mission Bell Table Lamps Mexico
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1940s Mission Bell Table Lamps patinated bronze black marble base Mejico Mexico Stamped 1818  Each
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Bell table lamp, brass and Murano glass, Barovier, Italy, 1940's
By Barovier
Located in London, Fitzrovia
Bell table lamp, brass and Murano glass, Barovier, Italy, 1940's. Lovely original patina.
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Marbro Monumental Solid Brass “Diving Bell” Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
A monumental and uncommon Marbro Lamp Company brass table lamp on black wood base. Substantial
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Murano Barovier Glass and Brass "Bell" Table Lamps, Italy, 1940s
By Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous pair of table lamp in Murano mouth blown crystal glass and brass. These romantic table
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Bell Table Lamps by Barovier, Italy, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous bell shaped table lamps in Murano glass and solid brass. This romantic table lamps were
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Barovier Pair of Bell Table Lamps in Murano Glass and Brass, Italy 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous and unique pair of bellflower Murano table lamps in mouth-blown crystal glass and brass
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Cressida Bell - 'Pithari' Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Hand-painted wooden base table lamp with matching shade adorned with red, and black. Cressida Bell
Category

2010s English Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paint

Cressida Bell - 'Harlequin' Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Giant Urn Lampbase with Matching Shade Hand-painted giant urn lamp base with matching shade
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Nickel-Plated Accent Table Lamp with Frosted Bell Lamp Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
1930s polished nickel-plated accent reading table lamp with frosted glass. Measures 10" wide x 6
Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel, Chrome

19th Century Brass 'Bells' Lamp
Located in London, GB
Introducing a stunning 19th-century petite brass table lamp, featuring two charming bell-shaped
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Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Brass 'Bells' Lamp
19th Century Brass 'Bells' Lamp
H 17.52 in W 9.26 in D 6.3 in
White Danish Minimalist Spring Table Lamp from Bell, 1980s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A simple small table light made from a steel spring in white lacquer freely holding an opaline
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Bell Shaped Table Lamp in Patinated Brass The Netherlands 1930s
Located in Meer, VAN
Bell Shaped Table Lamp in Patinated Brass The Netherlands 1930s This is a very elegant yet
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Desk Table Lamp with Bell Shaped Glass Shade
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco desk table lamp bell shape glass shade and wood and chrome trim. Measures: 9" deep x 16
Category

Vintage 1930s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Brass Table Lamp in 17th Century Style German Nuremberg Bell Candlestick.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Brass Table Lamp in 17th Century Style German Nuremberg Bell Candlestick. This table lamp is
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Renaissance Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Graceful Italian NeoClassical Alabaster Bell Shaped Urn Lamp more photos available. some wear to
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Brass and Chrome Machine Age Bell Shade Reading Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Machine Age brass and chrome bell shaped reading desk lamp. Measures: 13"H x 7" W x 11" D.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bell Shape Lamp, Bai Jade Peking Glass by Robert Kuo, Hand Carved, Limited
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bell shape lamp Bai Jade Peking glass Hand carved Stainless steel Limited edition Each piece
Category

2010s Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

A Pair Of French Louis XVI Style White Porcelain Lamps with Hand-painted Bell Fl
Located in San Francisco, CA
each lidded double-handled urn adorned with cascading hand-painted bell flower garlands all raised
Category

Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Capiz Shell Bell Form Lampshades, Circa 1960's
Located in Rochester, NY
table lamps or pendants. Look at all pictures and read condition report in comment section
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Table Lamps

Materials

Wire

Tiffany Studios Two Light Bronze Favrile Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany Studios two light bronze favrile table lamp. Two bell-shaped favrile glass signed
Category

Vintage 1910s Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Cast Copper Art Nouveau Wall Sconces & Blue Vaseline Glass Bell Shades
By Was Benson
Located in Nottingham, GB
. English made circa 1920 Hand crafted vivid blue bell glass shades with stunning drop detail. A
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Pair of Italian Stilnovo Table Lamps 1960s Red & Yellow & Brass
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
shape table lamps with adjustable joints to angle the light source. These Italian enameled were
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Enamel

Large Scale Pair of Murano Opaline Glass Table Lamps by Vetri
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning pair of blown Opaline Murano Glass bell shaped table lamps by Seguso Vetri d'Arte. Lamps
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Italian mid-century table lamp in opaline Murano glass and brass, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century Table lamp in opaline Murano glass and brass, 1970s Table lamp with bell-shaped
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Blown Glass Bell Jar Table Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning pair of Mid-Century blown glass bell jar form table lamps, circa 1950s-1960s. These highly
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Cressida Bell - 'Quercus' Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Hand-painted wooden base table lamp with matching shade adorned with different shades of blue, gold
Category

2010s British Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios “Bell Flower” Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios New York, circa 1905 Art Nouveau floral table lamp. Leaded art glass floral shade
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Cressida Bell - 'Trafalgar' Pair of Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of hand-painted column table lamps with a blue base color adorned with gold and black circular
Category

2010s English Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Pagoda Temple Table Lamp With Hanging Bell
Located in Chicago, IL
Multitiered pagoda style cast brass table lamp with center bell and Chinese characters. Uncommon
Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Monumental Mont style Chinese Bell Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD FEBRUARY 2010...Massive Zhong Dynasty Bell form as a Table Lamp, executed in plaster, carved
Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Chinese bronze bell - now as lamp
Located in Greenwich, CT
18th C copy of an ancient Chinese bronze bell, now as lamp on period French art deco base.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Chinese bronze bell - now as lamp
Chinese bronze bell - now as lamp
H 22 in W 10 in D 14 in
Tiffany Studios Leaded Glass and Bronze 'A Bell Flower' Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tiffany Studios leaded glass and bronze 'A Bell Flower' table lamp, circa 1900. Shade stamped
Category

Antique Early 1900s Table Lamps

Pair of Mercury Glass Bell Jar Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Classic bell-jar design lamps in mercury glass - measured to socket
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

Pair of Mercury Glass Bell Jar Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of classic bell jar mercury glass lamps - measured to socket
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

Hollywood Regency Pair Of Bell Shaped Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful pair of large Hollywood Regency bell shaped lamps which have a beautiful gilt leaf finish
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Bell Jar Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of mercury glass lamps in the classic bell jar shape - measured base to socket
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

Pair of Mercury Glass Bell Jar Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of mercury glass lamps, bell jar in shape on a black metal circular base.
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Green Ceramic Bell Jar Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of ceramic lamps in bell jar design - color is more green than in photo - measured to socket
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Bell Jar Mercury Glass Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of mercury glass lamps in the classic bell jar design with white striping decor - height
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

GLAMOROUS PAIR OF BELL SHAPED GILDED LAMPS
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful pair of glamorous hollywood regency style bell shaped lamps with a beautiful gilded
Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Hollywood Regency Tiered Bell Shaped Brass Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegant and stylish brass lamp made of brass bell shaped cones in graduated size. Black
Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French 1890s Brass Candlestick Table Lamp with Reeded Motifs and Bell Shade
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French brass candlestick table lamp from the late 19th century, with new bell shade. Created in
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Chrome Bell Shade Desk Lamp
By Donald Deskey
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare Art Deco table lamp, circa 1940s rewired the shade moves side to side and up and
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Murano Glass and Brass Bell Lamp. Italy, 1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Space Age unusual table or floor Bell lamp in Murano glass and brass. In the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass and Brass Bell Lamp. Italy, 1970s
Murano Glass and Brass Bell Lamp. Italy, 1970s
H 13.78 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
PAIR OF BEAUTIFUL HOLLYWOOD REGENCY BELL SHAPED LAMPS
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful pair of hollywood regency cast form bell shaped lamps with applied gilded finish. the
Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Pair of Gold Mercury Glass Bell Jar Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of gold mercury glass lamps with black bases in the classic bell jar shape - measured to
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

French Art Deco Pair of Chromed Table Lamps with Bell-Shaped Glasses by Sabino
By Sabino Art Glass
Located in Ulm, DE
Pair of table lamps with two bell-shaped glasses by Sabino Frame with original chrome plating
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Industrial Articulating Brass Daul Desk Lamp with Bell Shades
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early late Edwardian industrial articulating brass lamp with dual lights. Each with milk glass bell
Category

Vintage 1910s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Industrial Articulating Brass Daul Desk Lamp with Bell Shades
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early late Edwardian industrial articulating brass lamp with dual lights. Each with milk glass bell
Category

Vintage 1910s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A pair of unusual chromed lamps with bell-shaped shades
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
An unusual pair of chromed lamps, of a striking design, sporting their original bell-shaped velvet
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Mercury Glass Bell Jar Lamps with Brass Trim
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of mercury glass lamps in the classic bell jar design with brass trim, measured to socket, on
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

KMD Daalderop Art Deco Counterweight Desk Lamp with Bell Shade, 1935
By Daalderop KDM Royal Holland, Willem H. Gispen
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare desk or table lamp is called The Tumbler (De Tuimelaar) and was produced by KMD Daalderop
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Machine Age Art Deco Table Lamp with Glass Ball, Maple Base and a Chrome Bell Shape Shade
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Machine Age Art Deco Table Lamp with Glass Ball, Maple Base and a Chrome Bell Shape Shade.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

ITALIAN PAIR OF GLASS BELL NIGHTLIGHTS
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Stunning pair of Decorative sidelights. Square glass base with formed edges , attached brass bell
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Art Deco Gooseneck Bell Table Lamp **Saturday Sale**
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Vintage 1930 chrome Art Deco gooseneck table lamp with chrome bell shaped lamp head and gooseneck
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Iron, Steel

Midcentury Murano Glass and Brass, Bell Table Lamp, Italy, 1940s
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous bell shaped table lamp in Murano glass and brass. This romantic table lamp was made in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Murano Glass and Brass Bell Table Lamp by Barovier, Italy, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Benalmadena, ES
A 1940s bell-shaped table lamp by the master glassmakers Barovier & Toso, crafted in brass and
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Bell Table Lamps by Barovier, Italy, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous bell shaped table lamps in Murano glass and solid brass. This romantic table lamps were
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Bell Table Lamps by Barovier, Italy, 1940s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous bell shaped table lamps in Murano glass and solid brass. This romantic table lamps were
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Murano Glass and Brass Bell Table Lamps by Barovier, Italy, 1930s
By Ercole Barovier
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular bell shaped table lamps in Murano glass and solid brass. This romantic table lamps were
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Bell Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bell table lamp you’re looking for. Each bell table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 36 options for an antique or vintage bell table lamp now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bell table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bell table lamp, designed in the Art Deco, Art Nouveau or Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one bell table lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Tiffany Studios, Robert Kuo and Alfredo Barbini produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bell Table Lamp?

Prices for a bell table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $425 and can go as high as $65,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,548.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Bell Table Lamp
  • 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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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
    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 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 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To 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, 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 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, 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 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 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 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
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.

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