Original Danish Caprani Table Lamps, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Curvy Table Lamps designed by Mads Caprani in the late 1970s. * Bend beech wood table lamps
Metal
Original Teak Wood Caprani Table Lamp, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Teak Wood Table Lamp made by Mads Caprani in the 1980s. * Z-shaped table lamp in bend teak-wood
Teak, Fabric, Bentwood
Ceramic Table Lamps by Caprani Light, 1980s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Rare set of Green Ceramic Table Lamps designed by Mads Caprani in the 1980s. * Set (2) green
Ceramic, Fabric
Original Danish Caprani Tripod Table Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
A beech wood tripod desk lamp designed by Mads Caprani in the 1970s for Caprani Light. A rare find
Wood, Beech
An Original Danish Caprani Desk Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
. * A bend beech veneer table lamp with a pleated white fabric shade * Designer: Mads Caprani * Model
Metal
Original Danish Caprani Tripod Desk Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
A beech wood tripod desk lamp designed by Mads Caprani in the 1970s for Caprani Light. A rare find
Wood, Beech
Set of Curvy Table Lamps in Beech wood by Caprani, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of table lamps in bend beech wood designed by Mads Caprani in the late 1970s for Caprani Light
Wood, Beech
An Original Danish Teak wood Caprani Desk Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
An original Danish desk lamp by Mads Caprani made in bend Teak wood. It is the desk version of the
Metal
$2,850 / set
H 20 in W 13 in D 12 in
Pair of Mads - Caprani Denmark 1970s Timberline Bentwood Model 841 Table Lamps
By Caprani Light AS, Micheli Alessio
Located in St. Louis, MO
table lamps with with inline switches. From one owner estate, this design is prime examples of Danish
Metal
Timberline Table Lamp in Oak and Birch by Mads Caprani for GUBI
By Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Timberline Table Lamp in Oak and Birch by Mads Caprani for GUBI Originally designed by Mads
Iron
$700
H 9.88 in W 14.5 in D 5 in
Hollywood Regency or Chinoiserie Accordion Fan Table Lamp in Green and Gold
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Abstract, Mid-Century Modern, chinoiserie or Hollywood Regency style green accordion fan table lamp
Metal
Mads Caprani Table Lamps, Model 841
By Caprani Light AS
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mads Caprani table lamps, Model 841 Denmark. Very good original condition.
Teak
Mads Caprani Table Lamp
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A good vintage example with an original shade.
Beech
Danish Modern Arc Table Lamp by Mads Caprani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Mads Caprani Manufacturer: Mads Caprani
Iron
Mads Caprani Table Lamp
By Caprani Light AS
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A good vintage example with an original shade.
Wood
Curvy Danish Caprani Table Lamp in smoked Oak, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
A table lamp in smoked oak wood designed by Mads Caprani in the 1970s for Caprani Light. All
Wood, Oak
Original Danish Caprani Desk Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
An oak wood desk lamp in great condition designed by Mads Caprani in the 1970s for Caprani Light. A
Metal
Set of Original Caprani Desk Lamps, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
A rare pair of tripod desk lamps by Mads Caprani for Caprani Light in excellent vintage condition
Bentwood
Set of Original Danish Caprani Desk Lamps, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
A stunning pair of original Danish desk lamps by Mads Caprani. The style is call no. 841 and is the
Metal
Set of Original Danish Caprani Tripod Desk Lamps, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
Set of Beech Wood Tripod Desk Lamps designed by Mads Caprani in the 1970s. A rare find for a
Wood, Beech
Sold
H 9.88 in W 14.5 in D 5 in
Hollywood Regency or Chinoiserie Accordion Fan Table Lamp in Blue and Gold
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
fan table lamp with gold floral motif at base. Reminiscent of Caprani style lighting, this beautiful
Metal
Sold
H 9.88 in W 14.5 in D 5 in
Hollywood Regency or Chinoiserie Accordion Fan Table Lamp in Cream and Gold
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
fan table lamp with gold floral motif. Reminiscent of Caprani style lighting, this beautiful cream fan
Metal
Pair of Bentwood Table Lamps by Caprani Light of Denmark w/ Crescent Bases
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Asheville, NC
Pair of Mads Caprani table lamps, circa 1971 by Danish manufacturer Caprani Light AS. These vintage
Bentwood
Pair of Bentwood Table Lamps by Caprani of Denmark, ca 1970
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Pair of Bentwood table lamps by Caprani of Denmark, ca 1970. Original knife pleat shades in light
Linen, Bentwood
Caprani Bentwood Lamp
Located in Southampton, NY
Bent Cedar Plywood lamp with iron crescent base; red croc textured shade. Gorgeous profile.
Cedar
Caprani Bentwood Floor Lamp
Located in Southampton, NY
Bent teakwood and iron floor lamp with original shade.
Iron
Bentwood Table Lamp by Caprani Light of Denmark, circa 1971
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Mads Caprani table lamp, circa 1971 by Danish manufacturer Caprani Light AS. This vintage lamp
Bentwood
Caprani Desk Lamp
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Westport, CT
Caprani desk lamp.
Linen, Beech, Bentwood
Mads Caprani Bentwood Table Lamp
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Pau, FR
Bentwood table lamp with original pleated lampshade designed by Mads Caprani. Beautiful fluid
Iron
$2,466Sale Price|20% Off
H 55.12 in W 20.48 in D 13.78 in
Jean Rispal style. Mid-Century Modern rhodoid floor lamp, France, 1970s
By Jean Rispal, Estiluz Lighting, Arredoluce, Stilnovo, Mathieu Matégot
Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES
Mid-Century Modern style floor lamp in the style of Jean Rispal's designs for Maison Rispal. Silver chrome metal structure with a cast iron black lacquered base. Space Age style lamp...
Metal, Chrome, Iron
Pillow Chair by Ash - Mint Velvet
By ASH NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Ash Pillow Chair, everyone’s favorite companion reimagined in a new textile in four luscious colorways. A comfortable, custom-woven, fully upholstered velvet throne dreamed in an...
Velvet
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$664Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
$9,256 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
LUdown Cylinder Flush Mount
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The LUdown cylinder flush mount fixture by Lumfardo Luminaires is part of our contemporary collection. Available In patinated unlacquerd brass or aged silver and steel with (1) E26 m...
Steel, Brass, Gold, Silver
Picasso Marble Cone Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Introduce monumental elegance and a grounded detail to your interior with the stunning Picasso marble CONE side table. The sculptural geometric shape of this contemporary design piec...
Marble
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$2,547 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 21.66 in
Mustard Mohair Velvet Round Ottoman with Oak Feet, Modern UK Design
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottoman developed & produced at our workshops in London using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Oak, Mohair, Velvet
$6,736 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$8,420 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...
Wood, Poplar, Burl
'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
Metal, Iron
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.