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

Brutalist Style Table Lamp, Smoke Glass and Metal, Italian, 1960s

$1,072Sale Price|34% Off

Brutalist Style Table Lamp, Smoke Glass and Metal, Italian, 1960s

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A large table lamp from the 1960s with a base in smoke colored glass which is lit from the inside and caged in by a metal chrome construction. The diameter of the base of the lamp is...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large 1970's Brutalist Gilded Metal and Bronzed Lamp.

$2,295

Large 1970's Brutalist Gilded Metal and Bronzed Lamp.

Located in New York, NY

1970's Large Metal Brutalist lamp with a torched and pierced design. The column form lamp has a wonderful irregular brutalist design in tones of Gold and Bronze. The lamp has been N...

Category

Vintage 1970s Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Brutalist Scandinavian Teak & Brass Table Lamp

$695

Mid Century Modern Sculptural Brutalist Scandinavian Teak & Brass Table Lamp

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous teak with brass accents in a tall stately style. New wiring with a double cluster. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Can be parcel posted.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Smoked Aquamarine Crystal Argos Table Lamp by Baldiccini Signed Daum

$6,475

Brutalist Smoked Aquamarine Crystal Argos Table Lamp by Baldiccini Signed Daum

By Daum

Located in New York, NY

This stunning and graphic Mid-Century Modern brutalist Argos table lamp was realized by Baldiccini for the legendary French maker Daum, circa 1970.

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Brutalist Lamp by Bijan of California for Laurel Lamp “Setterah”

$1,800

Mid Century Brutalist Lamp by Bijan of California for Laurel Lamp “Setterah”

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Redding, CT

Torch cut Brutalist Lamp by Bijan of California for Laurel Lamp called “Settarah”. In the Style of Curtis Jere where Industrial meets atomic. This sculptural beauty is timeless and c...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency. Brutalist Murano glass table lamps by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s

$3,069 / set

Hollywood Regency. Brutalist Murano glass table lamps by AVMazzega, Italy, 1970s

By AVMazzega

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist style Murano glass table lamps by AV Mazzega, Italy, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Wonderful Large Pair Brutalist Hollywood Regency Palm Gold Gilt Leaf Table Lamps

$1,950 / set

Wonderful Large Pair Brutalist Hollywood Regency Palm Gold Gilt Leaf Table Lamps

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Large Pair Of Brutalist, Hollywood Regency Style Palm Leaf Form Tole With Gold Gilt / Leaf Table Lamps Each With An Edison Socket Recently Rewired.

Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Space Age and Brutalist style. Turned alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1970s

$791Sale Price|20% Off

Space Age and Brutalist style. Turned alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1970s

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist and Space Age alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Vintage Brutalist Silver Gold Leaf Sculptural Ceramic Large Abstract Table Lamp

$3,200

Vintage Brutalist Silver Gold Leaf Sculptural Ceramic Large Abstract Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Brutalist Silver & Gold Leaf Sculptural Ceramic Large Mid Century Modern Table Lamp in the Manner of Richard Barr.

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

Laurel Lamp with Fantoni Style Applique Stainless & Brass

$1,895

Laurel Lamp with Fantoni Style Applique Stainless & Brass

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Hanover, MA

Brushed stainless steel columnar table lamp with gilt bronze brutalist appliques, in the manner of Marcello Fantoni and Maurizio Tempestini.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Fantoni Brutalist Mid Century Iron Lamp

$4,795

Fantoni Brutalist Mid Century Iron Lamp

By Marcello Fantoni

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Fantoni Brutalist Mid Century Iron Lamp This lamp measures: 18.75 wide x 17.75 deep x 35.5 inches high Excellent Vintage Condition - Glass Shade is in Excellent Shape. Light has be...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Sculptural French Studio Ceramic Lamp

$2,400 / item

Brutalist Sculptural French Studio Ceramic Lamp

By Andre Borderie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The 'Trapèze' sculptural French studio ceramic lamp. Side opening and top oculus direct lighting.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Pair Vintage Italian Brutalist Style Lamps with White Shades

$3,295 / set

Pair Vintage Italian Brutalist Style Lamps with White Shades

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this pair of brutalist-style table lamps date from the 1970s. Base is black marble or granite with metal center shafts that support abstract, sculptural metal elements.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Granite, Metal, Brass

Monumental Brutalist Thick Glass and Metal Table Lamp by Longobard, Italy, 1970s

$2,387

Monumental Brutalist Thick Glass and Metal Table Lamp by Longobard, Italy, 1970s

By Longobard

Located in Catania, CT

Great vintage condition with normale trace of age and use for this table lamp produced by Longobard and made from thick cut glass and metal in brutalist style.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A MODERN BRUTALIST Bamboo TABLE LAMP, AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1970

$1,364

A MODERN BRUTALIST Bamboo TABLE LAMP, AUDOUX-MINNET Style, France 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

An interesting and graphic table lamp with 5 bamboos, Modernist, Free-Form, Brutalist, Rustic-Modern, Popular Art, rectangular bamboo base, planted with 5 axes of different sizes in ...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bamboo

Pair of Vintage Brutalist Stoneware Table Lamps by Bernard Rooke, England, 1970s

$2,501 / set

Pair of Vintage Brutalist Stoneware Table Lamps by Bernard Rooke, England, 1970s

By Bernard Rooke

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

This pair of brutalist stoneware table lamps was made by British studio potter Bernard Rooke at his Swilland studio in Suffolk, England, in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Brutalist Jo Wallis Abstract Pottery Table Lamp

$750

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Brutalist Jo Wallis Abstract Pottery Table Lamp

By Jo Wallis

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Elevate your interior lighting with this exceptional mid-century modern sculptural pottery table lamp, meticulously crafted by renowned mid-century maker Jo Wallis.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Mid Century Wrought Iron Candelabra, Electrified, Circa 1950, lamp

$773

Brutalist Mid Century Wrought Iron Candelabra, Electrified, Circa 1950, lamp

Located in BELFORT, FR

Large Mid Century and Brutalist style electrified wrought iron candelabra. Measurements : diameter of domes 14 cm, height of the highest 43,5 cm, height of the one in the middle 24...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Exclusive Belgian Brutalist Cream Marble Table Lamp with Agate Inlay, 1970's

$1,580

Exclusive Belgian Brutalist Cream Marble Table Lamp with Agate Inlay, 1970's

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Handcrafted in Belgium during the 1970s, this monumental table lamp features a base sculpted from a solid, heavy block of premium marble.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Marble, Brass

Brutalist Italian Handcrafted Lamp in Metal and Bakelite 1970s

$409Sale Price|20% Off

Brutalist Italian Handcrafted Lamp in Metal and Bakelite 1970s

Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT

Large brutalist lamp, a one-off artisanal piece handcrafted in Northern Italy in the 70s. Built with heavy and solid metals of different types - stainless steel, raw iron - complemen...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Brutalist Glazed Terracotta Lamp with Original Textured Shade

$2,750

Large Brutalist Glazed Terracotta Lamp with Original Textured Shade

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large brutalist glazed terracotta lamp with original textured shade. Dimensions listed are the overall dimensions of the lamp plus the shade, as pictured.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Terracotta, Fabric

Pair of Sculptural Table Lamps in Turned Wood in Brutalist Style

$1,250 / set

Pair of Sculptural Table Lamps in Turned Wood in Brutalist Style

Located in Marbella, ES

Impactante pareja de lámparas de mesa escultóricas elaboradas en madera maciza torneada, con una silueta arquitectónica de fuerte influencia brutalista y artesanal. Las formas apilad...

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

A free-form brutalist lamp – France 1970

$1,591

A free-form brutalist lamp – France 1970

Located in Girona, Girona

A free-form, brutalist lamp made of cast aluminum, with new wiring and bulb. France, circa 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Brutalist style turned and hand-carved veined alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1950s

$1,364

Brutalist style turned and hand-carved veined alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1950s

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Compatible with US/EU standards. LED compatible. Brutalist and Mid-Century Modern alabaster table lamp, Spain, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Bijan of California Table Lamp for Laurel, Brass Sculpture, Circa 1968

$2,200

Bijan of California Table Lamp for Laurel, Brass Sculpture, Circa 1968

By Bijan, Curtis Jeré, Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Bijan of California for Laurel Lamp Company “Setarrah” H-927 Table Lamp. Featuring a tubular (3/8D) Brass column, "original Brass sculpture" with four handcrafted torch ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brutalist Chrome Interlaced Column Sculpture Table Lamp by Curtis Jere, Pair

$3,300Sale Price / set|40% Off

Brutalist Chrome Interlaced Column Sculpture Table Lamp by Curtis Jere, Pair

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Polished chrome structural Table lamp with square central column composed of interlocking bands resting on a black lacquered base. Designed By Curtis Jere for Artisan House, Ameri...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Cocoon Resin style. Brutalist gilt table lamps by Milan Barcelona, Spain, 1970s

$1,591 / set

Cocoon Resin style. Brutalist gilt table lamps by Milan Barcelona, Spain, 1970s

By Metalarte Spain, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Maison Charles, Estiluz Lighting, Maison Jansen

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist and Hollywood Regency style table lamps by the Catalan lighting brand Milan Barcelona, Spain, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Pair of Brutalist Stained Oak Wing Lamps - France 1970's

$4,550 / set

Pair of Brutalist Stained Oak Wing Lamps - France 1970's

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Brutalist lamps in stained oak. Structure not entirely identical, one being taller than the other. France 1970s. These lamps have been rewired for use in the US. Shades for s...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Oak

Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Patinated Steel Ribbon Table Lamps

$7,475 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Sculptural Brutalist Patinated Steel Ribbon Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

This dramatic and graphic pair of table lamps were realized in the United States, circa 1960. They feature contorting ribbons of patinated steel threaded with a cylindrical rod in th...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Exceptional Vintage Brutalist Wallpaper Roller Lamp

$2,217

Exceptional Vintage Brutalist Wallpaper Roller Lamp

Located in Antwerp, BE

A stunning large-scale vintage wallpaper roller as lamp. Dating from the 1890s, this industrial fabric or wallpaper roller has been up cycled at some point in time into a table lamp....

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960s Italian Brutalist Gilt Metal Flower Form Table Lamp Tommaso Barbi Italy

$1,340Sale Price|20% Off

1960s Italian Brutalist Gilt Metal Flower Form Table Lamp Tommaso Barbi Italy

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1960's Italian Mid Century Tommaso Barbi Gilt Metal Brutalist Form Floral Table Lamp. Exceptionally crafted designer lamp.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Cocoon resin. Brutalist and Space Age style jellyfish table lamp, Germany, 1970s

$4,206

Cocoon resin. Brutalist and Space Age style jellyfish table lamp, Germany, 1970s

By Isamu Noguchi, George Nelson, Friedel Wauer, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Brutalist style table or floor lamp in the style of Friedel Wauer's designs for Goldkant Luchten, Germany, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Large Brutalist Lamps with Green Earth Tone Glaze

$1,650 / set

Mid-Century Modern Large Brutalist Lamps with Green Earth Tone Glaze

Located in Fulton, CA

A pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist green ceramic table lamps. Circa. 1960's.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Ceramic

Important mid-century Brutalist organic ceramic table lamp by Didier France 1977

$2,830

Important mid-century Brutalist organic ceramic table lamp by Didier France 1977

By C. Didier

Located in leucate, FR

A rare and evocative piece of 1970s French Studio Pottery, this organic table lamp is a masterclass in naturalistic design.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Natural Fiber, Raffia, Paper

A Sculptural MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Wood TABLE LAMP, France 1970

$2,046

A Sculptural MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Wood TABLE LAMP, France 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

A beautiful cylindrical table lamp, Modernist, Free-Form, Brutalist, Rustic-Modern, Popular Art, in a piece of solid wood and its wool lampshade, to be attributed, France 1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brutalist Cast Aluminum Table Lamp with its Lampshade

$2,842

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brutalist Cast Aluminum Table Lamp with its Lampshade

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian three-light Brutalist cast aluminum table lamp with its original lampshade. 1970s The lamp has European electrification.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

A Sculptural MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Wood TABLE LAMP, France 1970

$2,046

A Sculptural MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Wood TABLE LAMP, France 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

A very beautiful carved table lamp, Modernist, Brutalist, Folk Art, Shabby-Chic, Rustic Modern, conical body in solid wood carved with a helical movement, with its original braided r...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of mid century black oak and steel Laurel lamps

$1,740 / set

Pair of mid century black oak and steel Laurel lamps

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Liberty, NY

Great pair of steel and black oak Laurel lamps. The measurement of 40" height is to top of harps, they measure 27.5" to top of sockets. Nice vintage condition, the harps show some o...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist Mid Century Modern Metal Table Lamp

$2,500

Vintage Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist Mid Century Modern Metal Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Richard Barr for Laurel Brutalist Mid Century Modern Tall Metal Table Lamp.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Monumental Brass Table Lamps by Richard Barr & Harold Weiss, 1970

$2,500 / set

Monumental Brass Table Lamps by Richard Barr & Harold Weiss, 1970

By Richard Barr, Harold Weiss, Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tall pair Richard Barr & Harold Weiss for Laurel Lamp hexagonal H-881 brass table lamps, 1960's. Featuring a splayed six sided sculpted Brass form, with Hammertone Swedish Brass fini...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

HUGE Sculptural Danish Brutalist Style Table Lamp in Grey Earthen Colors 1970s

$1,364

HUGE Sculptural Danish Brutalist Style Table Lamp in Grey Earthen Colors 1970s

By Sejer Keramik

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

HUGE mid-century brutalist style Danish ceramic table lamp made in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Danish Brown and Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Sejer Ceramic, 1970s

$739

Brutalist Danish Brown and Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Sejer Ceramic, 1970s

By Sejer Keramik

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Brutalist mid-century Danish ceramic table lamp by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer Unik ceramic workshop, ca 1960s or 70s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Pair of mid century Brutalist ceramic lamps by Bernard Rooke

$1,430 / set

Pair of mid century Brutalist ceramic lamps by Bernard Rooke

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Pair of mid century Brutalist ceramic lamps by Bernard Rooke circa 1970.

Category

Late 20th Century English Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Brutalist Unic Sejer Studio Danish Ceramic Table Lamp Dark Blue + New Shade

$1,080

Brutalist Unic Sejer Studio Danish Ceramic Table Lamp Dark Blue + New Shade

By Sejer Keramik

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Mid-century Danish Brutalist ceramic table lamp by Fridtjof Sejersen for Sejer.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Tukiainen Aimo Ossi Kalevi Table Lamp Copper Finland 1970 Post Modern Brutalist

$1,280

Tukiainen Aimo Ossi Kalevi Table Lamp Copper Finland 1970 Post Modern Brutalist

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

A freeform copper table lamp designed by Tukiainen Aimo Ossi Kalevi and produced by Oy Moonlight, Finland, 1970s. Bulb Specifications: E-27 Bulb Number of Sockets: 1 All lighting w...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Copper

Danish Tue Poulsen Brutalist Stoneware Table Lamp Earth Colors with Shade 1970s

$1,478

Danish Tue Poulsen Brutalist Stoneware Table Lamp Earth Colors with Shade 1970s

By Tue Poulsen, Palshus, Søholm Stentøj, Saxbo

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Rustic table lamp by Danish ceramist Tue Poulsen (born 1939). Made ca. 1970s in Tue Poulsen´s own studio. The base is made of chamotte clay and shows a vivid glaze with speckles and ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Richard Barr Brutalist Paul Evans Style Table Lamps for Laurel

$4,950 / set

Pair of Richard Barr Brutalist Paul Evans Style Table Lamps for Laurel

By Richard Barr

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of sculptural lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel lamp Co. Torch cut and Welded Brutalist design Sculptural iron in manner of Paul Evans. Lighting hardware pole at the top is a l...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Willy Rizzo. Brutalist murano glass table lamp for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

$891Sale Price|20% Off

Willy Rizzo. Brutalist murano glass table lamp for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo, BD Lumica

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Space Age style Murano glass table lamp designed by Willy Rizzo for BD Lúmica, Spain, 1970s. Hand-blown Murano glass base with bubbles, crafted in transparent, white and grayish navy...

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

80s Rare Set of Vintage Postmodern Brutalist Hivo Van Teal Table Lamps

$1,850 / item

80s Rare Set of Vintage Postmodern Brutalist Hivo Van Teal Table Lamps

By Hivo Van Teal

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

80s Very Rare Set of Vintage Postmodern Memphis Geometric Distressed Glass & Gold Leaf Designer Hivo Van Teal Table Lamps - a Pair Extraordinary and Super Rare Pair of 80s Postmoder...

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

A HUGE BRUTALIST RUSTIC-MODERN Ceramic FLOOR or TABLE LAMP France 1960

$6,821

A HUGE BRUTALIST RUSTIC-MODERN Ceramic FLOOR or TABLE LAMP France 1960

By Les 2 Potiers

Located in PARIS, FR

A very large table or floor lamp, Art-Deco, Neo-Classical, Modernist, Bauhaus, Free Form, in thick blue enameled ceramic with very beautiful material effects, to be attributed, Franc...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

A Large BRUTALIST RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Ceramic TABLE LAMP France 1960

$2,728

A Large BRUTALIST RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN Ceramic TABLE LAMP France 1960

By Georges Pelletier

Located in PARIS, FR

An imposing table or floor lamp with scarified decorations, Modernist, Free Form, Popular Art, Shabby-Chic, large and solid thick glowing brown enameled ceramic base, and its beautif...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

French brutalist wood turned table lamp in the style of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s

$653

French brutalist wood turned table lamp in the style of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Zaandam, NL

A gorgeous French modernist table lamp with new pyramid lampshade, ca 1940s-1950s. These lamps are often named in the style of Charles Dudouyt . The wood is in a lovely vintage condi...

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Felice Antonio Botta Pine Wood and Glass Block Table Lamp, Italy 1970

$3,979

Brutalist Felice Antonio Botta Pine Wood and Glass Block Table Lamp, Italy 1970

By Felice Antonio Botta

Located in Milan, IT

Brutalist Felice Antonio Botta Pine Wood and Glass Block Table Lamp, Structure measurements 33 x 10 x H 37 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Pine

Sculptural Brutalist Art Table Lamp “Man and Woman by a Tree”, Italy, 1970s

$1,800

Sculptural Brutalist Art Table Lamp “Man and Woman by a Tree”, Italy, 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

A sculptural Brutalist table or side lamp dating from the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Pair of Brutalist Stainless Steel Table Lamps by Willy Luyckx, Belgium, 1970s

$4,200 / set

Pair of Brutalist Stainless Steel Table Lamps by Willy Luyckx, Belgium, 1970s

By W. Luyckx 1

Located in New York, NY

"Sculpted" pair of lamps in good vintage condition The slightly different color on lamps' base is actually a reflection of white fabric on which the lamps sat for the photoshoot T...

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Lamp Abstract Brutalist Welded Metal

$1,995

Mid-Century Lamp Abstract Brutalist Welded Metal

Located in Baltimore, MD

A beautiful mid-century tall, brutalist, abstract Table Lamp with original tall shade, circa 1970’s.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

2 Rare Frederick Cooper Hand Blown Brutalist Glass Wine Bottle Lamps 42"

$2,000 / set

2 Rare Frederick Cooper Hand Blown Brutalist Glass Wine Bottle Lamps 42"

Located in Dayton, OH

Large vintage pair of Frederick Cooper hand-blown art glass wine bottle banquet table lamps with Brutalist copper geometric cut-out overlays.

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Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French brutalist wood turned table lamp in the style of Charles Dudouyt, 1950s

$676

French brutalist wood turned table lamp in the style of Charles Dudouyt, 1950s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Zaandam, NL

Splendid "unfinished" wood turned table lamp in teh manner of Dudouyt. This lamp at one point in time was most likely stripped of its original finish and although we like these versi...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Space Age and Brutalist Murano glass table lamp by RES, Italy, 1970s

$1,455Sale Price|20% Off

Sculptural Space Age and Brutalist Murano glass table lamp by RES, Italy, 1970s

By Leucos, Flos, Res

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Space Age and Brutalist style Murano glass table/floor lamp by RES, Milano (Italy), 1978.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Ceramic TABLE LAMP, BLIN Style France 1950

$2,728

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN BRUTALIST RUSTIC Ceramic TABLE LAMP, BLIN Style France 1950

By Jacques Blin

Located in PARIS, FR

A spectacular and sensual table lamp, Post-Modernist, Brutalist, Popular Art, Shabby-Chic, Rustic Modern, with a Free-Form body in thick orange enameled ceramic with graphic decorati...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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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?
1 Answer
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.