Find many varieties of an authentic brass dog lamp available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
metal,
brass and
wood, every brass dog lamp was constructed with great care. Find 20 options for an antique or vintage brass dog lamp now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the brass dog lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A brass dog lamp made by
modern designers — as well as those associated with
Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made brass dog lamp over the years, but those crafted by
WAN WAN WONDERLAND,
Lionel Jadot and
The Marbro Lamp Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Prices for a brass dog lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $375 and can go as high as $15,673, while the average can fetch as much as $1,680.
Whether burnished or lacquered, antique, new and vintage brass furniture can elevate a room.
From traditional spaces that use brass as an accent — by way of brass dining chairs or brass pendant lights — to contemporary rooms that embrace bold brass decor, there are many ways to incorporate the golden-hued metal.
“I find mixed metals to be a very updated approach, as opposed to the old days, when it was all shiny brass of dulled-out silver tones,” says interior designer Drew McGukin. “I especially love working with brass and blackened steel for added warmth and tonality. To me, aged brass is complementary across many design styles and can trend contemporary or traditional when pushed either way.”
He proves his point in a San Francisco entryway, where a Lindsey Adelman light fixture hangs above a limited-edition table and stools by Kelly Wearstler — also an enthusiast of juxtapositions — all providing bronze accents. The walls were hand-painted by artist Caroline Lizarraga and the ombré stair runner is by DMc.
West Coast designer Catherine Kwong chose a sleek brass and lacquered-parchment credenza by Scala Luxury to fit this San Francisco apartment. “The design of this sideboard is reminiscent of work by French modernist Jean Prouvé. The brass font imbues the space with warmth and the round ‘portholes’ provide an arresting geometric element.”
Find antique, new and vintage brass tables, case pieces and other furnishings now on 1stDibs.
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.