BAROVIER CONTROLLED BUBBLE LAMP WITH A GILDED FILIGREE TOP.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful barovier lamp with controlled bubbles with a filagree top and mounted on a gilt leafed base.
Murano Glass
Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Cigar Tripod Bubble Lamp
By George Nelson
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
Warm, diffused light seeps through this translucent covering, created via a technique Nelson pioneered in 1952 for his Bubble Lamp. - Provides soft, glowing light. - Translucent pla...
Metal
Alfredo Barbini Attributed Murano PAIR green glass with gold bubbles lamps
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Ann Arbor, MI
Alfredo Barbini Attributed Murano PAIR green glass with gold bubbles lamps
Blown Glass
Rare early vintage production George Nelson Bubble lamp "Lantern" Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
In no time, the so-called Bubble Lamp was floating—first the spheres and later a variety of shapes and sizes—across the country
Stainless Steel
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Atomic Oval Hanging Bubble Lamp George Nelson designed the first bubble lamps in 1947.
Metal
Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Bell" Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
In no time, the so-called Bubble Lamp was floating—first the spheres and later a variety of shapes and sizes—across the country
Stainless Steel
Rare Early Vintage Production George Nelson Bubble Lamp "Roll" Howard Miller
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
In no time, the so-called Bubble Lamp was floating—first the spheres and later a variety of shapes and sizes—across the country
Stainless Steel
Helena Tynell Glass Pendant Bubble Lamp for Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg, Helena Tynell
Located in Berlin, DE
Helena Tynell glass pendant bubble lamp for Glashütte Limburg, Germany, 1960s Light amber and brass 1xE27 / model A Bulb.
Brass
Mid Century Modern Chrome and Glass Laurel Bubble Lamp Table
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning chrome bubble floor lamp with glass table. Lamp is in excellent working condition.
Chrome
George Nelson Cigar Tripod Bubble Lamps for Howard Miller Vintage, Pair
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of George Nelson designed bubble lamps for Howard Miller. Both are original tabletop models from the 1960s with the tripod base.
Steel
Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Rare Original Three - Tiered Bubble Lamp by George Nelson for Howard Miller
Steel
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern George Nelson Style Large Atomic Hanging Saucer Bubble Lamp George Nelson designed the first bubble lamps in 1947.
Metal
Space Age Metal Murano Glass Bubble Lamp by Mazzega, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Tall model of Mid-Century Modern Space Age bubble table lamp in metal, and smoke white murano glass by the italian design manufacture Mazzega. Famous design like Stilnovo, Joe Colomb...
Metal
Early Vintage Bubble Lamp Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Round Rock, TX
Very early and unusual formed cigar lamp designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, c. 1950s This example is about as early as it gets with the uncommon brass base, wider form ...
Brass
Mid-Century Modernist Bubble Lamps in Smoked Glass by Nemo of Italy
By Nemo Lighting 1
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite "bubble" lamps were crafted in Italy circa 1970 by the illustrious lighting atelier Nemo, who has collaborated with such legendary designers such as Charlotte Perrian...
Nickel
Mid Century Bubble Lamp Ball Tripod Stand by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Bubble Lamp Ball with Tripod Stand by George Nelson for Herman Miller The MCM George Nelson Bubble Lamp will add a touch of softness and luminosity to yo...
Steel
Sold|$1,292
Limburg Glashutte Bubble Chandelier 1960's
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Antwerp, BE
Limburg Glashutte bubble lamp 1960's.
Original Vintage George Nelson Cylinder Bubble Pendant Lamp Howard Miller
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Troy, MI
A rare cylinder form bubble lamp pendant designed by William Renwick of George Nelson & Associates for Howard Miller circa 1950s Steel wire grid frame coated in the bubble lamp sign...
Wire
Sold|$1,400
Paul Mayen for Habitat Table Lamp
Located in East Hampton, NY
Groovy plastic bubble lamp in chrome stem and chrome base
Chrome
Sold|$895
George Nelson "Saucer" Pendant
By George Nelson
Located in Bainbridge, NY
George Nelson for Howard Miller early production Hanging Bubble Lamp consisting of Off White innovative taut plastic on wire frame
Wire
Extra Large Italian 1950s Purple and Gold Murano Ball Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous ‘Bubble’ lamp in luminous purple and gold Murano glass.
Glass
Sold|$1,450
Helena Tynell Bubble Table Lamp for Limburg
By Helena Tynell
Located in San Francisco, CA
Whimsical design "Bubble" lamp by Helena Tynell for Limburg, Germany. Very good original condition with minor scuffs and wear to the base.
Glass
Pair of Italian Table Lamps Imported by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in Kansas City, MO
Walnut tripod bases with webbing over wire shades much like a George Nelson bubble lamp.
Wire
Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp on Tripod Base
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp on Tripod Base This mid century modern George Nelson Bubble lamp will add a touch of softness and luminosity to you interi...
Metal
Sold|$1,480
Monumental George Nelson Bubble Pendant Lamp
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
The largest bubble lamp Howard Miller ever produced. Measures: 25 inches in diameter.
Metal
Scandinavian Red Bubble Glass Caged Pendant Lamp, 1970's
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This remarkable Scandinavian pendant lamp is a modern version of the bubble lamps by the Finnish designer Helen Tynell. The lamp has a hand blown red bubble glass, caged inside a met...
Metal
Sold|$789
1960s Vintage Brass and Glass Lamp
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made vintage bubble lamp in brass and glass, this dates from around the 1960’s. it’s in great condition for its age, with only some minor surface wear here an...
Brass
Sold|$4,800
Pair of Gatto Table Lamps by Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
Similar in intent to the more famous Nelson bubble lamps, the Gatto has a formed wire frame resembling a hot air ballon.
Metal
Sold|$3,950
Flos Zeppelin 2 by Marcel Wanders
By Flos, MARCEL WANDERS
Located in Dronten, NL
This technique (cocoon resin) and use of material was first popularized by George Nelson and his 'Bubble' lamps and later used by Achille Castiglioni.
Steel
George Kovacs for Leviton 1970’s Chrome Lamp 3 Bulbs
Located in Palm Springs, CA
The house contained rare examples of Stilnovo lighting including a quasar or bubble lamp Pierre Cardin by the Italian architect and designer Francesco Bocola.
Chrome
Sold|$658
Cocoon Bulb Pendant Lamp 1960s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Vienna, AT
This technique and use of material was first popularized by George Nelson and his Bubble lamps, its Bulb shape reminds to Ingo Maurers popular Bulb Lamp.
Fiberglass, Wood
George Nelson Bubble Table Lamp by Modernica
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Inspiration struck, and by the next night, Nelson had designed his first Bubble Lamp (1952) by spinning a skeleton of steel wires on a turntable and shooting it with translucent plas...
Metal
Limburg ceiling lamp Helena Tynell BUBBLE Amber 60s
By Helena Tynell, Glashütte Limburg
Located in Bingen am Rhein, RP
BUBBLE lamp from Glashütte Limburg by Helena Tynell 60s This exquisitely crafted pendant lamp is a true masterpiece of design, created by the renowned Finnish designer Helena Tynel...
Brass
George Nelson for Herman Miller Triple Bubble Chandelier
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Inspiration struck, and by the next night, Nelson had designed his first Bubble Lamp (1952) by spinning a skeleton of steel wires on a turntable and shooting it with translucent plas...
Wire
Sold|$1,800
George Nelson Bubble Lamp
By George Nelson, Howard Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original H-727 bubble lamp (now referred to as “Saucer Lamp” variant) designed by George Nelson for Howard Miller in 1947.
Steel
Sold|$7,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with nickel brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. To the top of the rock crystal 17 inch Lampshade not included. Custo...
Sold|$3,400
Smoky Bubble Lamp by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
natural smoky rock crystal bubble lamp with polished nickel bases. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$4,800
White Lacquered Glass Bubble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
White lacquered glass bubble lamps with brass bases., dated 1972 inside glass rim at base.
Brass
Sold|$6,900
Amethyst Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of natural Amethyst bubble lamps with polished brass mounts. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC.
Amethyst
Sold|$3,200
Pink Bubble Lamp by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pink rock crystal bubble lamp with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$5,800
Pink Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink rock crystal bubble lamps with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$5,800
Pink Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink rock crystal bubble lamps with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$5,800
Pink Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink rock crystal bubble lamps with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$5,800
Pink Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink rock crystal bubble lamps with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$5,800
Pink Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of pink rock crystal bubble lamps with polished brass finishes, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$750
Bubble Lamp by George Nelson
By Howard Miller, George Nelson
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
This is a wonderful pair of "Bubble" lamps by Howard Miller. If you are familiar with these you know they have a distinct warm glow not found with new Herman Miller produced lights.
Sold|$9,800
Amethyst Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of natural Amethyst rock crystal lamps with polish brass mount. Created by Phoenix gallery NYC. To the top of the rock crystal is 17in/H. Lampshade do not include.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$4,900
Pair of Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of small size rock crystal bubble lamps with polish nickel body. Create by Phoenix Gallery NYC.
Sold|$2,450
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamp by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Single rock crystal bubble lamp with polished nickel bases. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$4,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of rock crystal bubble lamp with polished nickel bases. Created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$3,290
Strawberry Bubble Lamp Attr. Vistosi, 1960s
By Gino Vistosi
Located in Roma, IT
Strawberry bubble lamp is an original design lamp realized in the 1960s and attributed to Gino Vistosi.
Metal, Brass
Sold|$4,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with polished brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. (Lampshade not included).
Sold|$7,900
Pair of Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with antique brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. To the top of the rock crystal 17 inch Lampshade not included. Cust...
Rock Crystal
Sold|$7,900
Pair of Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with nickel brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. To the top of the rock crystal 17inch Lampshade not included. Custom...
Sold|$4,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with antique brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Each lamp installed two sockets. Lampshade not included.
Rock Crystal
Sold|$4,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with antique brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Each lamp installed two sockets. Lampshade not included.
Sold|$7,900
Rock Crystal Bubble Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
A pair of luxury white rock crystal quartz bulb lamps with polished brass bases, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. Each lamp installed two sockets. To the top of the rock crystal 17...
Rock Crystal
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