$825Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Dark Green French Table Lamp with Telescope Function, circa 1945
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful and rare midcentury dark green French table lamp was made around 1945. It has got a telescope function and is very unique. It is in its original vintage condition. ...
Metal
Mid-Century Italian Adjustable Cone Table Lamps, Set of Two
Located in Catania, CT
Original vintage condition with trace of age and use. Full working with EU standard, adaptable on demand for USA standard.
Brass
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A green, red, yellow and black-lacquered metal and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Ambience Table Lamp, by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen from Warm Nordic
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Viby J, DK
A beautiful table lamp in a consummate 1950s design, created by the grand master of Danish lighting, Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, who enjoys great international acclaim.
Steel
Vintage Italian Sputnik Table Lamps in Pink and Green, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set of Sputnik table lights with steel frames, brass feet and light green and pink acrylic shading. Manufactured and designed anonymously in Italy during the 1950s in a style remin...
Brass, Steel
Tabla Table Lamp by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for Italiana Luce, 1980s
By Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo, Italiana Luce
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Tabla table lamp, designed by Mario Barbaglia & Marco Colombo and manufactured by Italiana Luce, 1980s Exceptional sculptural design with an adjustable and extendable arm that grace...
Metal, Aluminum
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable green and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal
Ambience Brass Table Lamp, by Svend Aage Holm-sørensen from Warm Nordic
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in Viby J, DK
A beautiful table lamp in a consummate 1950s design, created by the grand master of Danish lighting, Svend Aage Holm- Sørensen, who enjoys great international acclaim.
Steel
Rare Two-Armed Bauhaus Table Lamp by Christian Dell for Bünte & Remmler 1930s
Located in München, BY
Extremely rare, two-armed Bauhaus / Modernist table lamp with adjustable arms and shades. Designed by Christian Dell for Bünte & Remmler (BuR), 1930s, Germany.
Metal
Lampiatta Table or Wall Lamp by De Pas, D’Urbino & Lomazzi for Stilnovo, 1971
By Stilnovo, Gionathan de Pas & Donato D’Urbino & Paolo Lomazzi
Located in Vicenza, IT
The lamp has a weighted black ABS base with distinctive cuts that allow the white lacquered metal diffuser to be positioned at different angles.
Iron
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal
$14,475Sale Price|20% Off
Dallux table lamp by Serge Mouille, 1963
By Editions Serge Mouille
Located in Paris, FR
A black lacquered metal "Dallux" table lamp by Serge Mouille, designed in 1963
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Iron, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered iron table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Iron
Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Argentina, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Argentina, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
$16,818 / set
Pair of table lamps By Maria Pergay
By Maria Pergay
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Pair of black lacquered resin table lamps decorated with asymetric rods in gilded and chromium-plated metal. circa 1970.
Metal, Brass
$3,500Sale Price|22% Off
Tommi Parzinger Stiffel Graduated Ball Table Lamps Brass Mid-Century Maximalist
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Sale is for a pair. Heavy patina to all brass surfaces, never polished, one lamp has more atmospheric patina to the brass surface making it a bit darker than its match. Original ha...
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Iron, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered iron table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s.
Brass, Iron
Very Rare Midcentury Table Lamp in style of Max Sauze, France, 1970s
By Henri Mathieu, Max Sauze
Located in Praha, CZ
- extremely rare type - very nice style of lighting
Sheet Metal
Finnish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Metal, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, rattan and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Finland, c. 1960s.
Metal, Brass
Big Design Extra Large Midcentury Mushroom Table Lamp by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Hillebrand
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s, Germany - US adapter included - 3 bulbs any wattage jr.
Metal, Chrome
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A black, red-lacquered metal and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Adjustable Iconic Table Lamp Hebi, Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce, 1970s
By Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce
Located in Praha, CZ
- Iconic model - very nice style of lighting.
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, red and black lacquered metal table lamp or desk light likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
$2,969Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of 1930 Bauhaus Table Lamps GOETHE by Christian Dell for Bünte & Remmler
By Christian Dell, Bünte und Remmler
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant and rare pair of 1930 Bauhaus table lamps by Christian Dell for Bünte & Remmler are named "GOETHE" lamp. They are made out of lacquered steel and are adjustable in heig...
Steel
$2,800
Antique Lacqured Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s Japanese lacquered table lamp with gilt details. Measurements: Height of body: 13" Height to shade rest: 21" Diameter: 5.5".
Lacquer
$2,800
Antique Lacqured Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s Japanese lacquered table lamp with gilt details. Measurements: Height of body: 13" Height to shade rest: 21" Length: 6" Width: 4.5".
Lacquer
Angelo Lelii, "Cobra" Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Italy, 1962
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal "Cobra" table lamp designed by Angelo Lelii and produced by Arredoluce, Italy, 1962.
Metal, Brass
$2,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Large Moroccan Etched Brass Ewer Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of cast and etched brass ewers, or carafes, converted to table lamps. Black lacquered wood base with brass ball feet.
Wood
Pair of Hollywood Regency Brass Tulip Base Table Lamps by Charles Parker Co
By Charles Parker
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
These sleek lamps feature a "tulip" style base that flares out at the bottom, providing stability while maintaining an elegant, slender profile. The lamps are constructed from polis...
Brass
Mid-century modern brass adjustable desk or table lamp by Stilux, Italy 1960
By Stilux
Located in Renens, CH
Elegant adjustable table or desk lamp designed and manufactured by Stilux, Italy around 1960.
Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass
Big Design Extra Large Midcentury Mushroom Table Lamp by Hillebrand, 1970s
By Hillebrand
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1970s - Good condition with new electricity jr.
Chrome, Metal
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Resin, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A polymer resin and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, black and red-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Gebrüder Cosack Adjustable Green Brass and Cast Iron Table Lamp 1950s
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury adjustable green brass with aluminium shade and cast iron base. This marvelous table lamp was designed by Gebrüder Cosack during the 1950s. This table lamp is a...
Brass, Metal, Aluminum
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, black and cream-white lacquered metal table lamp likely designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Pair of White Porcelain Urn Table Lamps with Male and Female Busts in Relief
Located in Chicago, IL
Fine pair of white German porcelain urn form table lamps with black lacquered wood plinth bases.
Brass
Elegant Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp or Desk Light by Hillebrand, 1960s Germany
By Hillebrand
Located in München, BY
Original Mid-Century Modern table or desk lamp. Manufactured by Hillebrand, Germany, 1960s. Executed in dark gray lacquered and partly nickel-plated metal, it comes with 1 x E27 Edi...
Metal
Important Arne Jacobsen AJ8 Modernist Table Lamp, 1920s, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Important Arne Jacobsen AJ 8 modernist chromed and black lacquered brass/alloy table lamp manufactured in 1920s, Denmark.
Chrome, Brass
Antique Chinoiserie English Regency Black Lacquer Carved Wood Floor Lamp Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Chinoiserie English Regency Black Lacquer Carved Wood Floor Lamp Table. Circa Early 20th Century.
Brass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, Brass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, glass, yellow and black-lacquered metal table lamp produced by Stilnovo, Italy, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
American Designer, Table Lamps, Metal, Cane, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquered metal and cane table lamps designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-lacquered metal and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s.
Metal, Brass
Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Denmark, 1950s
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp attributed to Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
$3,600
Antique Japanese Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s lacquered Japanese table lamp with gilt details. Measurements: Height of body: 15" Height to shade rest: 24" Diameter: 7"
Porcelain
Arlus, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass table lamps produced by Arlus, France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Stilnovo, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Aluminum, Italy, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and aluminum table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Aluminum, Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Arlus, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass table lamp produced by Arlus, France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Aluminium and Metal Italian Table Lamp in the Style of Torlasco 1960s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Roma, IT
Incredible midcentury aluminium and metal table lamp. This item was designed in the style of Oscar Torlasco in Italy during 1960s. This piece has the peculiarity of having the adj...
Metal, Aluminum
Arlus, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, black-lacquered metal and opaline glass table lamps produced by Arlus, France, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
American Designer, Table Lamps, Metal, Rattan, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of black-lacquered metal and rattan table lamps designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.
Metal
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Denmark, 1950s
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Denmark, 1950s Overall Dimensions (inches): 11.75” H x 4.75 W x 11.5” D Bulb Specific...
Metal, Brass
TR & Co, Table Lamp, Teak, Metal, Brass, Norway, 1950s
By Tr & Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A teak, brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp produced by TR & Co, Norway, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Wood, Italy, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and black-lacquered metal table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s.
Metal, Brass
Small Fine French 1960s Table Lamp by Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Atelier Jean Perzel — A fine small French 1960s black lacquered metal table lamp, ideal as an accent light or for illuminating an object or artwork.
Metal
Svend Aage Holm Sørensen Attribution, Table Lamp, Brass, Metal, Denmark, 1950s
By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable black-lacquered metal and brass table lamp attributed to Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, Denmark, c. 1950s.
Metal, Brass
Spanish Art Deco Design Pair of Black Brown Veneer & Gold Leaf Cylindrical Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A contemporary pair of tall glamorous Hollywood regency design lamps, handmade in black and gold, high quality of execution with a sleek and modern mirror-like finish, the stem as an...
Metal, Brass, Gold Leaf
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.
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