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Cantilevered Table Lamp Attributed to Lumentform, Italy, 1970s
By Roberto Menghi, Lumenform
Located in Milan, IT
Cantilevered Italian 1970s table lamp. Thin metal frame tube with adjustable shade and heavy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carlo Forcolini Artemide “Nestore Lettura” Postmodern Cantilever Floor Lamp
By Artemide, Carlo Forcolini
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A Postmodern Nestore Lettura cantilever table lamp designed by Italian designer Carlo Forcolini
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carlo Forcolini Artemide “Nestore Lettura” Postmodern Cantilever Floor Lamp
By Artemide
Located in Indianapolis, IN
A Postmodern Nestore Lettura cantilever table lamp designed by Italian designer Carlo Forcolini
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carlo Forcolini Nestore Lettura Floor Lamp for Artemide Milano
By Artemide, Carlo Forcolini
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
A Postmodern Nestore Lettura cantilever table lamp designed by Italian designer Carlo Forcolini
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Stylish Italian Cantilevered Arc Desk Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
I am unaware of the designer or manufacturer of this stylish brass elongated arc desk lamp with a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Italian Mid-Century Modern Cantilevered Table / Desk Lamp, Attr. to Arredoluce
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in New York, NY
An original, daring Italian Mid-Century Modern table lamp circa 1950 attributed to Arredoluce and
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Nickel, Metal

Fairies Mfg. Co. Brass Cantilever Desk Lamp, 1920s
By Fairies
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Late Art Deco Fairies Manufacturing Company brass desk lamp, table lamp circa 1920s. Featuring an
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Scorpio Ceramic Cantilever Table Light by Farrah Sit
By Farrah Sit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Defying gravity, this cantilever table light is a simple repetition of form and displays dynamic
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Cantilever Desk Lamp by Jørgen Gammelgaard for Labeled Design Forum
By Design Forum
Located in Dallas, TX
This Danish Modern cantilevered desk lamp by Jørgen Gammelgaard rotates 360 degrees. The light
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Late 20th Century Danish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Metal

Pair of Chrome Cantilever Desk Lamps with Domed Shade, circa 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Uncommon pair of chromed steel desk lamps with cantilever dome shade and weighted base, circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Zosia Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
With a clear suggestive illumination, the Zosia table lamp elevates twin points of light upon thin
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21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Zosia Table Lamp
Zosia Table Lamp
H 21.3 in W 16.8 in D 7.9 in
studio apotroes Asp Table Lamp
Located in San Antonio, TX
depth and tactile element to the lamp that really rounds it out. This lamp can be used as a table lamp
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21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

Wool, Hardwood

studio apotroes Asp Table Lamp
studio apotroes Asp Table Lamp
H 10 in W 8 in D 3 in
Casella Desk or Table Lamp
By Casella Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Casella desk lamp, chrome plated with T-base and cantilevered light source.  
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Casella Desk or Table Lamp
Casella Desk or Table Lamp
H 13.5 in W 16 in D 4.25 in
Jacques Adnet Chromed Table Lamp, ca. 1930
Located in New York, NY
Jacques Adnet (French, 1900-1984) chromed table lamp, circa 1930, the hemispherical shade
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Jacques Adnet Chromed Table Lamp, ca. 1930
Jacques Adnet Chromed Table Lamp, ca. 1930
H 18.75 in W 13.75 in D 6.25 in
Handmade Stoneware Helix Table Lamp in Matcha
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created by Ethan Streicher, founder of Streicher Goods, located in Brooklyn, NY. Each Helix lamp
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Other Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Style Brass Globe Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Inspired by mid century Italian design, this table lamp features a striking globe shade in clear
Category

Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, Black / White
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The B-4 table lamp by Greta M. Grossman was designed in 1945 and bears her whimsical and powerful
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp - Black / White
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The B-4 table lamp by Greta M. Grossman was designed in 1945 and bears her whimsical and powerful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, Chianti Red
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The B-4 table lamp by Greta M. Grossman was designed in 1945 and bears her whimsical and powerful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, Chianti Red
Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, Chianti Red
H 12.4 in W 5.66 in D 5.66 in
Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, French Blue
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The B-4 table lamp by Greta M. Grossman was designed in 1945 and bears her whimsical and powerful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, French Blue
Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, French Blue
H 12.4 in W 5.66 in D 5.66 in
Greta Grossman B-4 Table Lamp, Italian Green
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Berkeley, CA
The B-4 table lamp by Greta M. Grossman was designed in 1945 and bears her whimsical and powerful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Atelier Linné Sculpture Table Lamp in Bronze
By Atelier Linné
Located in Paris, FR
spectacular cantilever of its head. In addition to that, the lamp can be easily held and transported since it
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2010s French Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Atelier Linné Sculpture Table Lamp in Bronze
Atelier Linné Sculpture Table Lamp in Bronze
H 14.97 in W 11.82 in D 7.88 in
Postmodern Table Lamp by Piotr Sierakowski for Koch and Lowy
By Koch & Lowy, Piotr Sierakowski
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An Minimalist table lamp designed by Piotr Sierakowski having matte-black metal bodies and
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Set of Two Table Lamps Attributed to Lumenform, Italy, 1970s
By Lumenform, Roberto Menghi
Located in Milan, IT
Set of two cantilevered Italian 1970s table lamps. Thin metal frame tube with adjustable shade and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Koch and Lowy Table or Desk Lamps Chrome
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of table or desk lamps in chrome by Koch and Lowy. Made with a very heavy weighted chromed
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Banci Firence Pair of Italian Geometric Marble and Chrome Table Lamps
By Banci Firenze
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of 1970s modernist lamps. The design is cantilevered anchored by a solid black marble base
Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Aluminum Industrial Task Table Lamp with Bronze Hardware and Walnut Base
By Argosy Designs
Located in Treadwell, NY
Collection I: Cylinder lamp Inspired by the streamlined forms found in aviation design, the high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Bronze, Steel

Original Copper Marble Table Lamp Signed by Adam Ruiz & Cyril Fuchs
Located in Geneve, CH
Original copper marble table lamp signed by Adam Ruiz & Cyril Fuchs Dimensions: 45 x 57 x 4 cm
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Copper

Pair of Modernera Cork and Brass Tripod Table Lamps with Fiberglass Shades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of sculptural tables lamps with original fiberglass parchment shades by Modernera (USA, 1950s
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Michael Taylor Palm Frond Table Lamps, with travertine marble bases, circa 1985
By Michael Taylor
Located in Camden, ME
An pair of cast iron palm frond table lamps from the Fine Art Lamp Co. of Florida. The painted
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Greta Grossman 'B-4' Table Lamp for Gubi in Chianti and White
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
playful angles and geometric elements echoing her cantilevered architectural designs, the table lamp is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Greta Grossman 'B-4' Table Lamp for GUBI in Black and White
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
elements echoing her cantilevered architectural designs, the table lamp is characterized by its colorful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair George Kovacs Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Desk or Table Lamps
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Beautiful pair of minimalist styled desk or table lamps manufactured by George Kovacs. These lamps
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Styled Figural Genie Princess Inspired Chalkware Table Lamps
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of figural chalkware or plaster table lamps are unsigned, but presumed to have been made
Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1970’s Articulated Desk Lamp
Located in Beirut, LB
adjustable in height, allowing various set-ups of the table lamp with different directions of lighting. Chord
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Vintage 1970’s Articulated Desk Lamp
Vintage 1970’s Articulated Desk Lamp
H 22.05 in W 11.82 in D 5.52 in
Flora Lamp I Black by Marcin Rusak
By Marcin Rusak
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Minimalist and elegant, the Flora Lamp I is an entirely handmade light sculpture featuring a unique
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2010s Polish Other Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Flora Lamp I Black by Marcin Rusak
Flora Lamp I Black by Marcin Rusak
H 23.63 in W 16.93 in D 7.09 in
Flora Lamp I White by Marcin Rusak
By Marcin Rusak
Located in WARSZAWA, 14
Minimalist and elegant, the Flora Lamp I is an entirely handmade light sculpture featuring a unique
Category

2010s Polish Other Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Flora Lamp I White by Marcin Rusak
Flora Lamp I White by Marcin Rusak
H 23.63 in W 16.93 in D 7.09 in
Rare Casella Brass Flat Bar Desk Lamps, Pair
By Casella Lighting
Located in East Hampton, NY
Lighting, 1970s. Great curves and lines with perfect balance in these cantilever designed lamps.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paul Mayen for Habitat Slanted Tubular Polished Aluminum Lamp
By Paul Mayen
Located in Hanover, MA
A cantilevered chrome desk lamp by Paul Mayen for Habitat. Measures: 12.5 x 15 x 7. Paul Mayen
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Modernist 'Abalone Lawyer's Lamp' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Sleek Lucite & Chrome Desk Lamp Designed by Peter Hamburger for Kovacs Lighting
By Peter Hamburger
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
will. The lamp stands elegantly on a flowing cantilever base, showcasing a seamless blend of form and
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Adjustable 'Abalone Task Lamp' in Brass with Natural Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

Gerald Abramovitz MkII Desk Lamp manufactured in 1964 by Best & Lloyd
By Best & Lloyd
Located in London, GB
A Gerald Abramovitz polished aluminium Cantilever Light Mk II desk lamp, manufactured by Best
Category

Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Art Specialty Co. Black & White "Flying Saucer" Desk Lamp, Circa 1960
By Art Specialty Co
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Art Specialty Co two tier black and white enamel desk lamp. Featuring a double tiered circular
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

1960s Murano Style Eyeball Orb Lamp Chrome and Art Glass after Gino Sarfatti
By Murano Glass Sommerso, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
A unique lamp featuring white swirled art glass cantilevered over a chrome floating stand. The eye
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Post Modern Mario Bertorelle “Delta” Lamps for JM RDM Massanzago, Italy
By Mario Bertorelle
Located in Miami, FL
Unique geometric pair of Postmodern sliding table lamps designed by Mario Bertorelle for JM RDM
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Piotr Sierakowski for Koch & Lowy Vintage Postmodern Articulating Delta Metal
By Koch & Lowy, Piotr Sierakowski
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A minimal postmodern articulating “Delta” metal floor lamp designed by Piotr Sierakowski for Koch
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tapio Wirkkala Model K10-11 Floor or Table Lamp, Made by Idman, Finland, 1950s
By Tapio Wirkkala, Idman Oy
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Tapio Wirkkala Model K10-11 Floor / Table Lamp, made by Idman, Finland in the 1950s. Black
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Le Blanc Lamp Table, french 50s style. Ebony base, marble, brass staple & detail
By Alfonso Marina
Located in Bosques de las Lomas, MX
Lamp table inspired by the French fifties with a base made of ebony with brass staples that support
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Side Tables

Materials

Wood

X-Light Table Ebonized Oak Brushed Brass
By Stickbulb
Located in Long Island City, NY
function as tables, chandeliers, or pendant fixtures. Whereas previous Stickbulb lamps have relied on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Vintage Bedsides / Side Tables
Located in London, GB
lipped chrome handles. They would be great as bedside tables or as occasional side / lamp tables around
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Vintage Bedsides / Side Tables
Pair of Vintage Bedsides / Side Tables
H 18.9 in W 23.63 in D 16.15 in
Brown Adjustable Midcentury Cantilever Lamp designed by Hoogervorst for Anvia
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst, Anvia
Located in Antwerp, BE
cantilever lamp. A dark brown enamel shade diffuser and beautiful round weight with sleek chrome accents
Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

X Console Table with Lacquered Base and Grass Woven with Paper Top
By The Tailored Home, Jhon Ortiz
Located in Greenwich, CT
. The base color and top material are modifiable. The cantilevered table is sturdy and support a lamp or
Category

2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Maple

French Mid-Century Double Tier Steel & Glass Cocktail Table by Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in New York, NY
". Additional References: Balancier Wall Light, Prefacto Armchair & Table, Cerf-Volant Floor Lamp, KIte Floor
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 4 cantilever chairs Willy Rizzo for Cidue
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Münster, DE
bronze table lamps, and today many of his pieces are exhibited in the permanent collection of the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Metal

Kelly Console by Dom Edizioni
By Dom Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
cantilever-style base crafted of brass-plated metal with a glossy finish that mirrors the rectangular glossy
Category

2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Kelly Console by Dom Edizioni
Kelly Console by Dom Edizioni
H 30.32 in W 76.78 in D 15.75 in
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wooden Nightstand by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
By Claudio Salocchi
Located in Weesp, NL
Stylish and classy 1960's wooden night stand or side table designed by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Myrna Wall Mobile - Wall Mount Sculptural Cantilever Overhead light - SMALL
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
along the arm. The lamp’s large perforated reflector shade and handblown glass globe (by John Hogan
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2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Iso Large Sconce Light - Powder Coat Finish, Color Wash Globe, 1st Dibs New York
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
single rotating armature elegantly cantilevers from the wall by the lamp's cord to strategically place a
Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Iso Small Sconce Light in Powder Coat Colorway, washed Globe, 1st Dibs New York
By Ladies & Gentleman Studio 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
single rotating armature elegantly cantilevers from the wall by the lamp's cord to strategically place a
Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

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Cantilever Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic cantilever table lamp available at 1stDibs. Each cantilever table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and brass. If you’re shopping for a cantilever table lamp, we have 28 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the cantilever table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each cantilever table lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cantilever table lamp over the years, but those crafted by Casella Lighting, Lightolier and Gerald Thurston are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Cantilever Table Lamp?

The average selling price for a cantilever table lamp at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $325 on the low end and $7,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cantilever Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A cantilever table has a horizontal slab that is only given support at one end. It is a small tabletop mounted on a “C”-shaped base. Find a variety of antique and vintage cantilever tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can make a cantilever table from a variety of materials, though wood may be the simplest. It is best to find a set of building plans to follow, as there are many different styles of cantilever tables. It is vital to build this commonly U-shaped table with a sturdy base to support the top. Shop a variety of cantilever tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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 22, 2024
    The 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.”

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