What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

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.

Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?

It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.

How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?

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.

Do table lamps have to match?

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.

How does a table lamp work?

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.

How big should a table lamp be?

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.

What are table lamps used for?

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.

What is a buffet table lamp?

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.

How do I identify my table lamp?

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.

What's the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?

Table lamps are typically used for ambient or bedside light with a shade that diffuses light broadly, while desk lamps are more directional and task-focused.

Can ceramic table lamps be painted?

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.

How do I identify a Tiffany table lamp?

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.

Which brand of table lamp is the best?

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.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

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.

How do I fix an old table lamp?

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.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

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.

Which company is best for table lamps?

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.

What size lamp should be on a sofa table?

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.

What's the difference between a floor lamp and a table lamp for a living room?

Floor lamps provide ambient or reading light from the floor and free up surface space, while table lamps sit on a side table and offer more localized, task-oriented light.

Brutalist Table Lamps

Richard Barr For Laurel Lamp

Italian Brutalist

Mid Century Copper Lamps

1960s Lamp Metal Lamp Shade

Harold Weiss

Fantoni Brutalist

Laurel Lamp Company 1960

Brutalist Gold

Pair of Lamps Gilt Metal by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, France, 1990s

$9,142 / set

Pair of Lamps Gilt Metal by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, France, 1990s

By Fondica, Pierre Casenove

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare pair of table or bedside lamps in gilt gilding metal, bronze style by Pierre Casenove for Fondica. Famous artist who have worked for the manufacture like Mathias, Stéphane Galer...

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1990s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Curved Ceramic Lamp in Metallic Glaze, France 1950’s

$3,750

Large Curved Ceramic Lamp in Metallic Glaze, France 1950’s

Located in New York, NY

Dynamic ceramic lamp with concentric rings emanating from an ex-centered hole acting as the focal point. Salt metallic glaze. Base only 12x7x3. Illegible signature to base.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Wrapped Iron Table Lights from 1960s Italy

$1,226 / set

Pair of Wrapped Iron Table Lights from 1960s Italy

Located in London, GB

Pair of artist-made table lights in wrapped iron. Each unique in it's fabrication and form.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Stoneware desk lamp by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1950s, Denmark

$1,657

Stoneware desk lamp by Svend Aage Holm Sorensen, 1950s, Denmark

By Holm Sørensen, Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Located in Værløse, DK

A rare stoneware desk lamp by Svend Aage Holm Sørensen stoneware made in the in the 1950s. It is truly perfect piece. * A stoneware desk lams with blue glaze and a beige fabric shad...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Striking Pair of Patinated Twisted Bronze and Lucite Tall Sculpted Lamps

$2,275 / set

Striking Pair of Patinated Twisted Bronze and Lucite Tall Sculpted Lamps

Located in San Diego, CA

Great and unique pair of solid patinated bronze twisted bases sitting on solid Lucite base, the lamps are rewired, new sockets and new white linen lampshades with Lucite finials, th...

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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Lamps Sun by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, France, 1990s

$8,000 / set

Pair of Lamps Sun by Pierre Casenove for Fondica, France, 1990s

By Fondica, Pierre Casenove

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Rare pair of table or bedside Sun lamps in gilt gilding metal, bronze style and white porcelain ceramic terracotta by Pierre Casenove for Fondica. Sign Casenove and stamp Fondica on ...

Category

1990s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Dazor UL-P 2324-26 Industrial Floating Desk Lamp. 1950s.

$525

Dazor UL-P 2324-26 Industrial Floating Desk Lamp. 1950s.

By Dazor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

This is a famous floating arm lamp by Dazor. Company was founded in 1938 and made itself the name on this design for it's durability, ease of adjustment and most importantly, for str...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Metal

CLAUDE VICTOR BOELTZ 70's French 'exploded bronze' lamp

$1,617Sale Price|57% Off

CLAUDE VICTOR BOELTZ 70's French 'exploded bronze' lamp

By Claude Victor Boeltz

Located in Sherborne, GB

CLAUDE VICTOR BOELTZ Sculptural golden gilt-plated exploded bronze lamp with rock crystal inclusions. The natural rock quartz crystal wands are set into the base of the lamp. The bra...

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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Rock Crystal, Brass, Bronze

Large midcentury brutalist wood turned mushroom table lamp, France 1950s

$1,022

Large midcentury brutalist wood turned mushroom table lamp, France 1950s

Located in Zaandam, NL

This gorgeous mushroom table lamp most likely originated as a floor lamp but at one point in time has been converted in to a lower version. The base with its brass doorknob feet in o...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Oak

Pair of Palm Tree Form Lamps by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen

$18,900 / set

Pair of Palm Tree Form Lamps by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen

By Christian Techoueyres

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of French brass table lamps by Christian Techoueyes for Maison Jansen. Palm tree forms in laminated and brass "planters" circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large B. Rooke Ceramic Lamp, 1960s with Custom Made Silk Lampshade by René Hoube

$2,617

Large B. Rooke Ceramic Lamp, 1960s with Custom Made Silk Lampshade by René Hoube

By Bernard Rooke

Located in Rijssen, NL

A rare large ceramic table lamp by Bernard Rooke, England, 1960s. Sculptural piece, made of handmade ceramic elements in natural tones of terracotta and stone. With a special custom ...

Category

Vintage 1960s British Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Harry Balmer Brutalist Floor Lamp, Side Table, Mid Century Modern

$1,700

Harry Balmer Brutalist Floor Lamp, Side Table, Mid Century Modern

By Harry Balmer

Located in Miami, FL

Harry Balmer Brutalist Floor Lamp with glass side table. Seller will provide new socket and harp for buyer.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Iron Mid-Century Floor and Table Lamp Set '4'

$4,366

Brutalist Iron Mid-Century Floor and Table Lamp Set '4'

Located in London, GB

A set of artist made brutalist style lighting. Three floor lamps and a single table lamp.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Danish Design Lamps with Translucent/Textured Acrylic Rectangular Bases

$2,750 / set

Pair of Danish Design Lamps with Translucent/Textured Acrylic Rectangular Bases

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of Industrial design table lamps with translucent acrylic rectangular prism shaped plinths By: unknown Material: acrylic, cord, metal, synthetic, plastic Technique: cast, forge...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Brass Modernist Lamps. Italy, 1970s

$4,914 / set

Pair of Brass Modernist Lamps. Italy, 1970s

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Brutalist Pair of table or bedside lamps in brass.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lampe de table brutaliste en bois tourné, Charles Dudouyt style, France, 1950

$742

Lampe de table brutaliste en bois tourné, Charles Dudouyt style, France, 1950

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Meyrin, Switzerland

Lampe de table brutaliste en bois tourné, Dudouyt style, France, années 1950. Bon état, quelques traces minimes d’usage du temps. Le câble de la lampe a été remplacer par un nouveau...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

1980’s Italian Gilded Pottery Lamp by Emilia Palomba

$4,500

1980’s Italian Gilded Pottery Lamp by Emilia Palomba

By Emilia Palomba

Located in Chicago, IL

1980’s handmade Italian Brutalist pottery table lamp with acrylic base. Made by Emilia Palomba in her studio in Cagliari Sardinia.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery, Acrylic

Harry Balmer for Laurel Brutalist Floor Lamp Steel Round Glass Side End Table

$1,800

Harry Balmer for Laurel Brutalist Floor Lamp Steel Round Glass Side End Table

By Laurel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Harry Balmer for Laurel Brutalist Floor Lamp Side Table. Item features a 3-way switch, steel metal brutalist tripod base, round glass surface, great style ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Krisker, lampe sculpture brutaliste en métal blanc, vers 1970, signée.

$3,200

Krisker, lampe sculpture brutaliste en métal blanc, vers 1970, signée.

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Krisker, lampe sculpture brutaliste en métal blanc, vers 1970, signée.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lampe Art deco Metropolis 1920, France

$651

Lampe Art deco Metropolis 1920, France

Located in MONTPELLIER, FR

Très belle lampe à poser des années 1920-1930, design "Metropolis" et de fabrication française. Un assemblage de tôles aux couleurs et reflets cuivrés. Le couvercle s'oriente pour j...

Category

Vintage 1920s Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century Ribbon Floor or Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Co.

$1,350

Vintage Mid Century Ribbon Floor or Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Co.

Located in Toluca Ter, CA

Brutalist patinated steel ribbon lamp by Harry Balmer and Harold Weiss for Laurel Lamp Company, made in the United States c. 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Lampe zoomorphe en céramique de Pierre Casenove pour Lunéville, France 1990

$845

Lampe zoomorphe en céramique de Pierre Casenove pour Lunéville, France 1990

Located in Meyrin, Switzerland

Lampe de table zoomorphic en céramique par Pierre Casenove pour Lunéville, France, années 1990.

Category

1990s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Lampe Cubes by Cinabre Gallery, solid Bronze and hand carved & polished Selenite

$2,145Sale Price / set|24% Off

Lampe Cubes by Cinabre Gallery, solid Bronze and hand carved & polished Selenite

Located in London, GB

These amazing brutalist style table lamps, hand made by Cinabre Gallery, consisting of hand cast bronze base and cube spacers with 3 hand carved and hand polished Selenite cubes each...

Category

2010s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Lampe brutaliste en fer forgé dans le goût des Ateliers de Marolles

$1,988

Lampe brutaliste en fer forgé dans le goût des Ateliers de Marolles

By Atelier Marolles

Located in Meyrin, Switzerland

Lampe feux en fer forgé dans le goût des Ateliers de Marolles et de Jean Touret, France 1955. Design brutaliste et détails élégants pour cette lampe à deux feux. Les culots pour les ...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

France Brown Beige Ceramic XL Floor Table Lamp

$5,142 / item

France Brown Beige Ceramic XL Floor Table Lamp

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic floor lamp in the style of Georges Pelletier, 2022. The beige ceramics and gold colored details complement each other very well and illuminates beautifully. Ready...

Category

2010s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Free-Form Teak Sculptural Table Lamp, France 1970s

$1,040

Large Free-Form Teak Sculptural Table Lamp, France 1970s

Located in ROUEN, FR

Impressive large-scale sculptural table lamp carved from solid teak in an organic free-form design. Created in the 1970s in France, its flowing silhouette and beautifully figured gra...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Teak

1 of the 3 XL Ceramic Floor Table Lamps, Custom Silk Lamp Shades by R. Houben

$3,657 / item

1 of the 3 XL Ceramic Floor Table Lamps, Custom Silk Lamp Shades by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

One of the three ceramic floor table lamps, 1970s. This set brings a rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shapes, it offers a unique presence. The bases with blue...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Beige Striped Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Lampshade by R. Houben

$3,314

Beige Striped Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made matching lampshade by René Houben. The striped ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made tapered lampshade, ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Green Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

$2,636

Green Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made beige and green lampshade by René Houben. The green and beige ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made beig...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Green Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Green Lampshade by R. Houben

$4,000

Green Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Green Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made green lampshade by René Houben. The green and gray glazed ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made green la...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

XXL Blue Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Beige Lampshade by R. Houben

$3,771

XXL Blue Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Beige Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful XL ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made matching lampshade by René Houben. The blue ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made beige melange lamps...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

XXL Blue Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

$4,000

XXL Blue Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful XL ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made matching lampshade by René Houben. The blue ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made lampshade with blue...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Beige Textured Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

$2,571

Beige Textured Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Matching Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made matching lampshade by René Houben. The dark and beige ceramics with beautiful details fit perfectly with the custom made lampshade, i...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Multicolor Striped Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Green Lampshade by R. Houben

$2,628

Multicolor Striped Ceramic Floor Table Lamp, Custom Green Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table/floor lamp. Custom made matching lampshade by René Houben. The striped ceramics with colorful details fit perfectly with the custom made green lampshade, ill...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Blue Ceramic and Wood Table Lamp, Custom Rattan Double Lampshade by R. Houben

$2,857

Blue Ceramic and Wood Table Lamp, Custom Rattan Double Lampshade by R. Houben

By Axella Stentøj

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful ceramic table lamp. Custom made lampshade by René Houben. The blue ceramics with beautiful details and wooden base fit perfectly with the custom made rattan lampshade with...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Silas Seandel Style Brutalist Illuminating Mid Century Side Table

$4,800

Silas Seandel Style Brutalist Illuminating Mid Century Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Unique brutalist torch-cut metal side table lamp with off-white onyx top.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Onyx, Brass

FLAMENCO 0/8 Ceramic lighting table by Guy Bareff, 2022

$16,000

FLAMENCO 0/8 Ceramic lighting table by Guy Bareff, 2022

By Guy Bareff

Located in TOULOUSE, FR

Ceramic light table by Guy Bareff and Bénédicte Brun is the last available in this series. Inspired by the architecture of the 70s, these sculptures respond elegantly to today’s life...

Category

2010s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of French 1950's Hand Forged Iron Low Coffee Tables / Lamp Tables

$3,166 / set

Pair of French 1950's Hand Forged Iron Low Coffee Tables / Lamp Tables

Located in Southampton, GB

A Pair of French 1950's Hand Forged Iron Low Tables. Decorative scrolled " ribbon " detailing; beaten by hand, with an original patina and crimped edges. Would work really well besid...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

1970s Dutch Brutalist Chamotte Earthenware Wall Sconce or Table Lamp

$345

1970s Dutch Brutalist Chamotte Earthenware Wall Sconce or Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Heavy chamotte earthenware light produced in the Netherlands in the 1970s, designed to function as either a wall-mounted sconce or a table lamp. The hexagonal body is deeply carved w...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Earthenware

Temde Brutalist solid Pine Hang or Table lamp 1960s Swiss

$800

Temde Brutalist solid Pine Hang or Table lamp 1960s Swiss

By Temde Leuchten

Located in Den Haag, NL

Brutalist Sculptural Pine Wood Table or Floor Lamp by Temde Leuchten, Swiss Vintage Brutalist Design Wood & Glass Table or Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Pine

Salvino Marsura Artistic Brutalist Iron Table Lamp, Italy, 1960

$1,200 / item

Salvino Marsura Artistic Brutalist Iron Table Lamp, Italy, 1960

By Salvino Marsura

Located in Vienna, AT

Marsura Iron Planter Rack, 1960 Brutalist Ornamental Rack, Italy These 2 large racks are heavy duty pieces that can hold 2 planters each. They are sturdy, practical and look wonderf...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Iron

4 Brutalist Torch Cut Copper Cylinder Pendant Table Lamp Fixtures att. Tom Geene

$395 / item

4 Brutalist Torch Cut Copper Cylinder Pendant Table Lamp Fixtures att. Tom Geene

By Tom Greene

Located in New York, NY

These fixtures are cleverly designed to function either as hanging pendant lights, or flip them over and function as table lamps. The lamps have been newly professionally rewired, an...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper, Iron

Brutalist Design Wood Table or Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten, Switzerland 1960's

$403Sale Price|39% Off

Brutalist Design Wood Table or Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten, Switzerland 1960's

By Temde Leuchten

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Brutalist Design Wood & Glass Table or Wall Lamp by Temde Leuchten.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Brutalist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Pine

1/2 BRUTALIST Marine TABLE LAMP by Adrien AUDOUX & Frida MINNET & BIOT Glass

$1,371

1/2 BRUTALIST Marine TABLE LAMP by Adrien AUDOUX & Frida MINNET & BIOT Glass

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in PARIS, FR

A small and charming Table Lamp, Night Light or Lantern, Modernist, Rustic-Modern, Art-Popular, Brutalist, Shabby-Chic, circular wooden base, body in a ball of red blown glass from B...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Rope, Blown Glass, Wood

A BRUTALIST Iron Belt TABLE LAMP in the style of Jacques ADNET France 1950

$2,742

A BRUTALIST Iron Belt TABLE LAMP in the style of Jacques ADNET France 1950

By Jacques Adnet

Located in PARIS, FR

An astonishing and elegant table lamp in metal belt, Modernist, Shabby-Chic, Popular Art, in folded wrought iron decorated with a belt buckle, the whole supporting a socket, to be at...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

pair of 21th concrete brutalist design candlesticks table lamp by Les usagers

$2,160 / set

pair of 21th concrete brutalist design candlesticks table lamp by Les usagers

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

Les Usagers Large pair of 21th century brutalist concrete design candlesticks by Les Usagers Handmade unique production Sold with certificate Height 43 cm Large 33 cm Depth 15 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Concrete

American Nautical Hand-Crafted Coral Brass Fish Sculptural Table Lamp Modern

$750

American Nautical Hand-Crafted Coral Brass Fish Sculptural Table Lamp Modern

Located in Miami, FL

Brutalist Style whimsical nautical Brass Fish on a natural white coral core and mounted on a rectangle Wood Base. The Stem is a copper piece of pipe and topped with the socket and ...

Category

1990s American Brutalist Animal Sculptures

Materials

Coral, Brass

Richard Barr for Laurel, H-940, Brutalist Sculptural Lamp, United States, 1974

$6,500

Richard Barr for Laurel, H-940, Brutalist Sculptural Lamp, United States, 1974

By Laurel, Richard Barr

Located in New York, NY

Described by Laurel Company as an "original cast metal sculpture", this Brutalist design takes the form of a vertical stack of irregularly shaped blocks, rough-hewn and elemental.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Harry Balmer for Laurel, Brutalist Floor Lamp with Table, United States, 1960s

$4,800

Harry Balmer for Laurel, Brutalist Floor Lamp with Table, United States, 1960s

By Laurel, Harry Balmer

Located in New York, NY

The tripodal base of this striking floor lamp is a brutalist sculpture formed of intersecting, raw-edged steel planes and wires that supports the circular glass surface.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

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Brutalist Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of brutalist table lamps available for sale. The range of distinct brutalist table lamps — often made from metal, brass and ceramic — can elevate any home. There are 1365 antique and vintage brutalist table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 72 modern editions to choose from as well. Brutalist table lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Brutalist table lamps bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Brutalist table lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Laurel Lamp Company, Harry Balmer and Maurizio Tempestini are consistently popular.

How Much are Brutalist Table Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,300, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $34,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

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.

Questions About Brutalist Table Lamps

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
1 Answer
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.
Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.
How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
Do table lamps have to match?
1 Answer
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.
How does a table lamp work?
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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.
How big should a table lamp be?
1 Answer
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.
What are table lamps used for?
1 Answer
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.
What is a buffet table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify my table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What's the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Table lamps are typically used for ambient or bedside light with a shade that diffuses light broadly, while desk lamps are more directional and task-focused.
Can ceramic table lamps be painted?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify a Tiffany table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
Which brand of table lamp is the best?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
How do I fix an old table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
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.
Which company is best for table lamps?
1 Answer
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.
What size lamp should be on a sofa table?
1 Answer
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.
What's the difference between a floor lamp and a table lamp for a living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Floor lamps provide ambient or reading light from the floor and free up surface space, while table lamps sit on a side table and offer more localized, task-oriented light.