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Antique French Neoclassical Black Porcelain Classical Bulbous Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French neoclassical black porcelain classical bulbous table lamps - a pair. Item features
Category
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique French Neoclassical Black Porcelain Classical Bulbous Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Neoclassical Style Black Porcelain Classical Bulbous Table Lamps - a Pair. Item
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 36 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique French Pink Porcelain Hand Painted Bulbous Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Pink Porcelain Hand Painted Bulbous Table Lamps - a Pair. Item features french pink
Category
Early 20th Century French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Pair Vtg French Style Cut Crystal Glass Bulbous Table Lamps Brass Greek Key Base
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Pair Vintage French style single cut crystal glass bulbous table lamps brass Greek key base. Lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Brass
Turned and Painted Bulbous Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A turned and white painted wooden table lamp of bulbous form.
Dimensions refer to wooden section.
Category
Late 20th Century French Gustavian Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Midcentury French Porcelain Bulbous Table Lamp with Floral Décor on Lucite Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Midcentury porcelain table lamp with floral décor and bulbous shape, mounted on circular
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Lucite
Ceramic Incised Bulbous Table Lamp with Japanese Swimming Fish Motif Mid-Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A beautiful hand crafted lamp with a pattern of swimming fish in a deeply incised method.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair Mid-Century Modern Volcanic Table Lamps
Located in Pasadena, CA
Pair Mid-Century Modern Textured Volcanic Bulbous Table Lamps. measures approx - 36 high x 13
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Italian Venetian Murano Glass Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Italian 1940's Venetian large, bulbous table lamp composed of iridescent gold Murano glass formed
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Leaf
Vintage French Empire Neoclassical White Porcelain Brass Ormolu Table Lamp Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Empire Neoclassical Style White Porcelain Bulbous Table Lamps with Ornate Polished
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 39 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Large Bulbous Octagonal Brass Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Bulbous octagonal brass table lamp
This is an unusual Lamp it has a large brass 8 sided
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Bulbous Folk Art Painted Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Bulbous folk art painted table lamp.
This an attractive pottery lamp painted in a folk art
Category
Mid-20th Century Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
A Large Bulbous Embossed Copper Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Large Bulbous Embossed Copper Table Lamp
This is a very large lamp, it has an Islamic look with
Category
Vintage 1930s Islamic Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Large White Marble Bulbous Carved Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large White Marble Bulbous carved table lamp
This is a very heavy piece it is made in solid
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Bulbous Ceramic French Table Lamp with Dome Lampshade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Bulbous ceramic French table lamp with dome lampshade
The lamp has a large ceramic urn which is
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Superb Quality Large Bulbous Brass Table Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Superb Quality Large Bulbous Brass Table Lamps
This is a very large pair of brass
Category
Antique Early 1900s Adam Style Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Brutalist Style Bulbous Ceramic Table Lamps in Bronze
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of very large bulbous ceramic lamps with heavy relief. Colors are beiges, bronze
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Bulbous Turquoise Blue Art Deco Style Table Lamp
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural art deco regency style ceramic heart shaped table lamp with shiny bright turquoise and
Category
Late 20th Century Scandinavian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Gary DiPasquale Contemporary Gray Textured Ceramic Bulbous Form Table Lamp
By Gary Dipasquale
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary ceramic table lamp with an organic bulbous form and and a gray textured surface
Category
20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Chinoiserie Bulbous Porcelain Vase Oriental Figural Painted Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Bulbous Porcelain Vase Table Lamp With Hand Painted Scenes On Wooden Base in
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
H 31 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
A Large Bulbous Studio Pottery “PEGASUS” Lamp
By Artisan House
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A LARGE BULBOUS STUDIO POTTERY “PEGASUS” LAMP
Signed and dated by Beth Barry, 1982.
A
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Stiffel Hollywood Regency Brass Bulbous Column Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Stiffel Hollywood Regency Brass Bulbous Column Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Late 20th
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Italian Classical Bronze Finish Metal Bulbous Figural Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian classical bronze finish metal bulbous empire style figural table lamps, a pair
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian American Classical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Bronze
H 32 in W 9 in D 9 in
Mid-Century Danish Modern Staved Teak Wood Bulbous Sculpted Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mid-century Danish modern staved teak wood bulbous sculpted table lamp. Item features solid teak
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Tyndale Midcentury American Silver Mercury Glass Bulbous Ginger Jar Table Lamp
By Tyndale
Located in Chicago, IL
Manufactured in Chicago, Tyndale lamps continue to be some of the most coveted antique light
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Mercury Glass
Walter Van Briggle Turquoise Blue Bulbous Pottery Table Lamp w/ Butterfly Shade
By Van Briggle
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Walter Van Briggle Turquoise Blue Bulbous Pottery Table Lamp with Butterfly Shade. Circa
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Plastic
H 26.5 in W 14 in D 14 in
Pair of Flavio Poli Murano Italy Sommerso Glass Bulbous Shaped Table Lamps
By Flavio Poli
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A fantastic pair of bulbous shaped table lamps designed by Flavio Poli and made by Seguso, Murano
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Antique French Celadon Green Bulbous Porcelain Table Lamp w/ Bronze Lion Ormolu
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Renaissance Chinese Celadon Green Bulbous Porcelain Table Lamp with Bronze Lion
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Renaissance Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
H 29.5 in W 9 in D 7 in
Hollywood Regency Bulbous Cerulean Blue Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp c 1940/1960's
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
High Style Hollywood Regency style table lamp having a bulbous six sided ceramic vase body
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 31.75 in W 10 in D 10 in
1920s Bulbous Folk Art Painted Spanish Lamp and Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
1920s Bulbous Folk Art painted Spanish lamp and shade
This an attractive painted lamp, the lamp
Category
Early 20th Century Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Pair Dorothy Draper style Bulbous Urn Lamps with Shell Detail
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of white painted plaster table lamps in the style of Dorothy Draper.
Dramatically bulbous
Category
Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Large Brown and Black Mid-Century Modern Bulbous Ceramic Lamp
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-Century Modern large brown and black bulbous ceramic lamp. It is in fabulous vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Rare Large 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Pale Blue Bulbous Vase Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
18" diameter with the shade.
Chinese Famille Rose porcelain vases converted to table lamps, these
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Pr. Mid Century Space Age Bulbous Form Table Lamps in White Finish c. 1950/70's
By Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
Voguish pair of white on white table lamps of repeating graduated size disks, sometimes referred
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pair 1960s Blue & Teal Drip Glaze Bulbous-form Lamps with Textured Surface
Located in San Francisco, CA
each with flaring neck above a bulbous body; the textured surface covered in a deeply colored blue
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Table Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bulbous glass table lamp of diminutive stature of opaque white glass beneath a white acrylic upper
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Table Lamps
Table Lamp by Uno & Östen Kristiansson for Luxus
By Luxus of Sweden, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Bulbous glass table lamp of diminutive stature of opaque white glass beneath a white acrylic upper
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Acrylic
American Postwar Design Textured Table Lamp, by Gary DiPasquale
By Gary Dipasquale
Located in Queens, NY
American Post-War Design grey and white textured bulbous square base table lamp with a glazed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Japanese Cloisonne Vase fitted as an electric table lamp
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese Cloisonne Vase fitted as an electric table lamp. The bulbous vase form with tall narrow
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel
Pair of Table Lamps "Chamotte" by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of ceramic table lamps in bulbous shape by Gunnar Nylund, composed of chamotte clay and glazed
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Table Lamps "Chamotte" by Gunnar Nylund, Sweden, 1950s
By Gunnar Nylund
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of ceramic table lamps in bulbous shape by Gunnar Nylund, composed of chamotte clay and glazed
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Oversized White Ceramic Table Lamps by Lee Rosen for Design Technics
By Lee Rosen, Design Technics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large, bulbous-form ceramic table lamps in matte white glaze designed in the 1960s by Lee Rosen for
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century American White Frosted and Striped Footed Glass Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century American table lamps with bulbous vase form having an alternating translucent
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 13 in D 13 in
Large Italian Mid Century Modern Blue Lava Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large Vintage Italian Mid Century Modern Blue Lava Glazed Sculptural Bulbous Ceramic Table Lamps
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
H 39 in W 12 in D 12 in
Midcentury Squared Wall Mirror by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy 1960s
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Rome, IT
stained glass designer and decorator Max Ingrand created design classics such as the Fontana table lamp, a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Materials
Metal
H 24.81 in W 24.81 in D 1.58 in
Mid-Century Modern Bulbous Table Lamp, Modern
Located in Pasadena, CA
Rendered in textured ceramic, this table lamp features a tapered wood neck. It is designed with
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Ceramic
White Ceramic Bulbous Monted Mid Century Modern Lamp
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Spectacular white ceramic bulbous lamp with brand new shade from mid century modern.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Japanese Cloisonne Vase Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Japanese cloisonne vase fitted as an electric table lamp. The bulbous vase form with tall narrow
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Table Lamps
Ceramic Table Lamp by Moreau Tourette, French, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bulbous form glazed ceramic table lamp, with band of geometric decoration, by Roland Moreau
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Linen
Antique Austrian Majolica Table Lamp with Griffin Form Handles
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
Majolica table lamp
Bulbous shaped body with handles to either side in the form of proud griffins. Hand
Category
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios Ceramic Lamp, circa 1960
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Richmond, VA
A bulbous shaped ceramic and walnut table lamp in original condition with the original shade and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
1970s Large Pair of Tessellated Bulbous Table Lamps by Maison Delisle, French
By Maison Delisle
Located in London, GB
Pair of elegant large table lamps, designed by Maison Delisle in the 1970s. The original black
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Italian Vintage 1970's Opaline Glass Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
This bold and bulbous table lamp feature a hand-blown glass shade (Murano) and a metal base. It has
Category
Late 20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
Unique Blenko Lamp 1972 Charisma Line
By John Nickerson, Blenko Glass
Located in South Charleston, WV
of the art glass from the Blenko Studios of Milton, WV. This bulbous table lamp is very uncommon and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Bulbous Opaline Blue Glass Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Bulbous body with opaline to translucent blue glass body on metal base. Elegant elongated form
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Bulbous Teak Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bulbous teak table lamp, exaggerated heavy base. Wood measures 15.5 tall and 7.5 round.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Large Bulbous Brass Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Bulbous brass table lamp
This is an unusual Lamp has a large brass base set on a wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large French Bulbous Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large French Bulbous pottery table lamp
The lamp is a large ceramic urn shape which has a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Large Bulbous Turned Wood Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large bulbous turned wood table lamp.
This is a chunky piece it has been turned in wood.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Bulbous Form Martz Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This bulbous form ceramic table lamp was designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Ceramic
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Find many varieties of an authentic bulbous table lamp available at 1stDibs. A bulbous table lamp — often made from ceramic, metal and brass — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the bulbous table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A bulbous table lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made bulbous table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Design Technics, Lee Rosen and Bitossi are consistently popular.
How Much is a Bulbous Table Lamp?
Prices for a bulbous table lamp start at $200 and top out at $4,500 with the average selling for $1,375.
Finding the Right Table-lamps for You
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Bulbous Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The 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.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The 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.
- 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. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.
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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.