There is a range of boho lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of
metal,
wood and
paint, all boho lamps available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of boho lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.
Mid-Century Modern and
Hollywood Regency boho lamps are consistently popular styles.
Prices for boho lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, boho lamps begin at $175 and can go as high as $1,250, while the average can fetch as much as $775.
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.