Find many varieties of an authentic bird lamp tree available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
metal,
ceramic and
porcelain, every bird lamp tree was constructed with great care. Find 33 options for an antique or vintage bird lamp tree now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bird lamp tree, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bird lamp tree is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
mid-century modern,
Hollywood Regency and
Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made bird lamp tree has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by
Artisan House,
Curtis Jere and
Le Grand Chêne are consistently popular.
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.