Pair of Antique French Carcel Lamps, Bronze, circa 1850
Located in Phoenix, AZ
19th Century, Pair of French Carcel Lamps. French victorian styled from 19th century napoleonic era
Bronze
French 19th Century Tole Sinumbra or Carcel Lamp from the Estate of Bunny Mellon
Located in Hudson, NY
This very nice carcel lamp now converted to electricity comes from the estate and Paul and Bunny Mellon and formed part of the decorations of their home Oak Springs Farm.
Bronze, Tin
Carcel 19th Century Petroleum Lamp on Canton Vase
Located in Marseille, FR
Lamp said to Carcel system mounted on China vase in Canton XIXth century.
Earthenware
$1,995
19th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Carcel lamp, originally designed for kerosene, has been expertly converted for modern electrification while preserving its antique charm.
Brass
French 19th Century Tole Sinumbra Lamp from the Estate of Paul and Bunny Mellon
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine classical carcel lamp would originally have had a burner and glass shade but now is fitted for electricity and will require a tole or cloth shade.
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Carcel styled Lamps
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of 19th Century Napoleon III Carcel styled Lamps. Repurposed to electric from oil including glass globes.
Brass
Pair of French Carcel Polished Bronze Table Lamps, 19th Century
Located in London, by appointment only
Pair of French Carcel Polished Bronze Table Lamps Rare pair of early 19th century polished and lacquered bronze table lamps attributed to Bernard Guillaume Carcel.
Bronze
Antique Carcel Paris French Renaissance Gold Gilt Bronze Oil Table Lamp - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique "Carcel, Paris" French Renaissance Gold Gilt Dore Bronze Converted Oil Table Lamps - a Pair.
Bronze
$6,340Sale Price|20% Off
Gagneau, Chandelier with Medallions, France, circa 1890
By Gagneau Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Biography : Gagneau, a famous lighting manufacture, was established in Paris since 1800, and became reknowned because of its improvement to the Carcel oil lamp. The innovation was sh...
Bronze
Pair of Rose Medallion Bronze Mounted Carcel Lamps
Located in Natchez, MS
Pair of Chinese rose medallion cylinders with gilt bronze mounts as oil carcel lamps now wired for electricity.
Large and Ornate 19th Century Carcel Lamp
Located in London, GB
Tole and gilt bronze carcel lamp converted to a table lamp with ormolu acanthus leaf decoration on the central fluted column and plinth.
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of French Fine Carcel Lamps Paris, circa 1810
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence
Pair of French fine Carcel lamps Paris, circa 1810. Pair of lamps called "Carcel" sheet metal and bronze.
Iron
Restauration Verdigris Brass and Bronze Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Restauration period carcel lamp converted to a table lamp. In bronze, painted verdigris and brass.
Brass, Bronze
Carcel or Moderator Oil Lamp, Electrified
Located in Austin, TX
Early Carcel Oil lamps. Bernard G. Carcel (1750-1818) designed a lamp to burn thick rape seed oil with the oil reservoir under the burner in the body of the lamp.
Brass
Carcel or Moderator Oil Lamps, pair, Electrified
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of early Carcel Oil lamps. Bernard G. Carcel (1750-1818) designed a lamp to burn thick rape seed oil with the oil reservoir under the burner in the body of the lamp.
Bronze
19th Century French Bronze and Ormolu Carcel Table Lamps
By G. None
Located in Woodbury, CT
A pair of bronze carcel column form lamps with fluted patinated pillars on rectangular plinths with gilt collars.
Bronze, Ormolu
19th-20th Century French Tole and Gilt Carcel Column Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th-20th century French tole and gilt carcel column lamp New wiring.
Tôle
Unavailable
H 20.87 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
Early 19th Century Tole and Gilt Bronze French Carcel Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Gilt bronze mounts with foliat decoration in relief. Central fluted column supported on a plinth base, France, circa 1830. Currently electrified for the UK. Shown with a 18” silk s...
Bronze, Tôle
Unavailable
H 22.84 in Dm 9.45 in
Pair of Early 19th Century Tole Sinumbra Table Lamps with Etched Glass Shades
Located in London, GB
Early 19th century French Carcel table lamps with sin umbra shades, fluted columns on rectangular plinth bases.
Brass, Tin
A Fine Pair Of Bronze And Gilt Bronze Carcel Lamps
Located in London, GB
A fine large scale pair of Carcel lamps now converted for electricity.
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Restauration Carcel Lamps
Located in Peyraud, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Pair of large Carcel lamps in bronze and glass. The fluted stem in patinated bronze is decorated with ormolu acanthus leaves.
Bronze
Vienna or Berlin Secession Copper & Bronze Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Vienna or Berlin Secession copper & bronze desk lamp, ca. 1900, likely converted from a carcel lamp, the hemispherical hammered bronze shade with three pulls, mounted to three arms a...
Metal
Pair Of Charles X Painted Tole Lamps Signed Carcel, Paris
Located in Essex, MA
Columnar form and painted black with gilt highlights. Signed by maker on side of base. Two light with used shades in relatively good condition.
Tin
Pair of Empire Period Bronze and Tole Painted Lamps
Located in London, GB
A pair of Empire period Carcel bronze and tôle painted lamps, now mounted with telescopic brass fittings, and finials.
Fine Pair of Cloisonné Enamel Lamps by Gagneau, France, Circa 1880
By Gagneau Paris
Located in PARIS, FR
Gagneau, a famous lighting manufacture, was established in Paris since 1800, and become reknown because of its improvement to the Carcel oil lamp. The innovation was shown for the fi...
Enamel, Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Neoclassical Carcel Lamps
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A pair of 19th century neoclassical Carcel lamps Ormolu and green patinated metal, the shaft splined column ornate with sheets corollas.
Ormolu, Steel
Sold
H 34 in W 6 in D 6 in
French Tole Late 19th to Early 20th Carcel Lamp from the Estate of Bunny Mellon
Located in Hudson, NY
This fine old lamp made of tin, gilded brass and cast bronze would have had a burner at one point but now has been converted to electricity It comes from the estate of Paul and Bunny...
Brass, Bronze, Tin
Early 19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Carcel Oil Lamps
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 19th century carcel oil lamps, having engine turned stems with acanthus leaf decoration raised on square bases with applied classical mounts ending on plinth bases st...
Bronze, Ormolu
French Napoleon III Carcel Lamp
Located in New York, NY
This French Napoleon III period Carcel lamp has a royal blue porcelain body with gilded brass mounts.
Brass
Pair French Louis Philippe Carcel Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair French Louis Philippe Square Bronze and Ormolu Carcel Lamps - wired UK - not including shades.
Bronze, Ormolu
Pair of Bronze Carcel Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of French Charles X Bronze Classical Carcel Lamps with Cast foliate Swags c.1830. Pictured with antique French vegetable dyed linen shades on card - sold separately.
Pair of Gilt Bronze Carcel Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of French Gilt Bronze Square Base, Cluster Column Carcel Lamps c.1850 Currently wired for the UK.
Faux Porphory-Painted Tole "Carcel" Lamp, France, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Distinctive Faux Porphory-Painted Tole "Carcel" Oil Lamp in Gilt and Burgundy Tones on Marble Base, Newly Wired with a Double Swivel Cluster to U.S.
Marble, Tôle
Sold
H 21 in Dm 5.5 in
Pair of circa 1830s French Green Tole and Brass Carcel Lamps with Maker's Patent
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of 19th century circa 1830s French green painted tole and brass Carcel lamps with maker's patent label "Lampe a moderateur par brevet d'invention et de perfectionnement" New wi...
Brass, Tôle
Rare Early 19th Century Tole Carcel Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare early 19th century French tole carcel oil lamp with marbleized decoration and painted glass shade, circa 1830, later adapted to electricity
Metal
Early 19th Century Carcel Lamp Converted to a Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
With fluted central column mounted on a plinth with a central wreath in relief on all four sides. Patinated bronze a little worn, see photographs. Please contact us directly for deta...
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century French Tole Painted Lamps, Signed Carcel Paris
Located in Woodbury, CT
A pair of French tole painted "Carcel" lamps from Paris. Signed on plinths, originally gas lamps, now electrified. 1st quarter, 19th century.
Metal
Charles X Gilt and Patinated Carcel Palm Tree Lamps, Circa 1830
Located in Lake Forest, IL
Pair of Charles X Ormolu and Patinated Carcel Lamps, Circa 1830, with stiff leaf decoration reminiscent of palm trees and egyptian influences, electrified.
Bronze
Pair of Louis Philippe Column Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of French Louis Philippe Bronze & Ormolu Square Column Carcel Lamps decorated with cast bronze masks & fruit c.1860 Currently wired UK and photographed with Antique linen 18" s...
Sold
H 19.69 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Pair of Early 19th Century Painted Tole Lamps with Handmade Parchment Shades
Located in London, GB
Pair of painted black and gilt bronze early 19th century Carcel lamps with original pressed metal labels.
Ormolu, Tôle
Cantonese Celadon Famille Rose Pair Of Bronze Mounted Lamps
Located in Paris, FR
Carcel lamps were working with a key winding a mechanism in the bronze base that was allowing the lamp to light off automatically.
Bronze
A Pair of French Carcel Bronze Table Lamps
Located in Sarasota, FL
Pair of Bronze French Carcel Table Lamps with beautiful silk shades. These fine lamps were from the family of Elizabeth Bowes Lyons ( the late Queen's mom).
Bronze
Pair of 19th Century Bronze and Tole Carcel Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
With fluted tole columns standing on rectangular plinth. On ornate bronze bases. Converted as table lamps. Shown with 22" silk shades, not included. Currently electrified for the...
Ormolu, Tôle
A Pair Of Gilt Bronze Empire Carcel Column Table Lamps
By Hadrot, Lampiste, Montmartre
Located in London, GB
Fluted columns with acanthus leaf and shell decoration. Origianly oil lamps converted to electricity. Stamped by maker 'Hadrot, Lampiste, Rue des Fosses Montmartre No 14 a Paris'. ...
Ormolu
Pair of Painted Tole Oil Lamps, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Gilt Tole Painted Carcel Oil Lamps, France, Late 19th Century Newly conveted and wired for US electricity Size: 18 inches high or 28 inches high to f...
Pair of Napoleon III Period Paris Porcelain Lamps
Located in Charleston, SC
An exceptional pair of former oil lamps with the "Carcel" system. Bernard Carcel (1750-1812) invented the oil lamp on foot and with a steady system Ca 1800.
Bronze
Sold
H 23.2 in Dm 12.4 in
Pair French Silver Plate Louis Philipe Three Arm Candelabra by HADROT c.1840
By Hadrot, Lampiste, Montmartre
Located in London, GB
Hadrot was contemporary of Carcel, inventor of lamp mechanisms and maker of lamps who was noted for the high quality of his work.
French Empire Style Table or Desk Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Unusual petite size neoclassical style table or desk lamp, dark green reservoir encircled by bronze band raised on cloven hoof tripod feet over circular marble base. Later converted ...
Bronze
Large French Empire Style Bouillotte Lamp, Vintage Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
Bouillotte lamp from France in the French Empire style. This piece is made of finely cast bronze and features four branches with candelabra style lighting. There is a striking arrow ...
Brass
Pair of Elegant Empire Table Lamps in Bronze. Early 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Pair of Elegant Empire Table Lamps in bronze, early 19th Century France, originally candlesticks. Includes new black lacquer lampshade with gold details, giving the lamp a warm and ...
Bronze
Empire Style, Large French Bouillotte Lamp, Vintage Circa 1940
Located in Austin, TX
Bouillotte lamp from France in the French Empire style. This piece is made of finely cast bronze and features four branches with candelabra style lighting. There is a striking arrow ...
Brass
Pair of French Renaissance Revival Gilt & Patinated Bronze Candelabra lamps
Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY
A striking and highly decorative pair of large French Renaissance Revival gilt and patinated bronze six-light candelabra, dating to the mid-19th century and later professionally conv...
Bronze, Ormolu
Elegant Pair of French Empire Bronze Table Lamps, 1820s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Pair of French Empire Bronze Table Lamps, 1820s A refined pair of table lamps crafted from original early 19th-century French Empire candlesticks in bronze, now elegantly converted ...
Bronze
French Neoclassical Urn Shape Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Patinated Metal, New Shade Style: French Neoclassical Condition: Newly Rewired Dimensions: 22”H x 6.50”W x 5”D Shade: 10.50”H x 13”W x 13”D
Metal
19th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century French lamp is a masterpiece of Neoclassical design, combining luxurious materials with intricate craftsmanship. The base is made of finely cut crystal, s...
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Tole Bouillotte Candlestick Lamp from France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 1860s French Bouillotte lamp featuring three candlesticks with brackets and a golden taupe tole shade accented by a decorative teal floral border. Bouillotte is a gambling card ...
Metal
18th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking table lamp is a stunning adaptation of a 18th-century gilded wood candlestick, masterfully converted for modern illumination. Rich in neoclassical influences, the piece...
Wood
$2,214 / set
H 16.54 in Dm 9.85 in
Beautiful pair of Empire Table Lamps, originally candlesticks from the 1820s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Beautiful pair of Empire Table Lamps in Bronze. Originally a pair of Empire candlesticks from the 1820s, converted to table lamps in the early 20th Century. Very period design. Newl...
Bronze
$923Sale Price|45% Off
H 44 in W 6 in D 6 in
Bronze 19th Century Archaic Meiji Period Japanese Table Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
The attenuated silhouette of this late 19th century bronze table lamp turns heads. It is an antique Asian archaic style bronze. The intricate carving and the oxidized bronze color sp...
Bronze
$2,768 / set
H 15.75 in Dm 9.85 in
Pair of Bronze Table Lamps – Originally Empire Candlesticks, France c. 1820
Located in Knivsta, SE
Pair of Bronze Table Lamps – Originally Empire Candlesticks, France c. 1820 A beautiful and elegant pair of bronze table lamps, originally crafted as Empire candlesticks in France ...
Bronze
Vintage Antique French Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and well made vintage French lamp, dating from around the 1950s. It is of super quality, with ornate gilt metal mounts, it is a large and impressive size. The condition...
Bronze
20th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking 20th-century French lamp combines timeless elegance with bold, sculptural design, making it a standout piece for any sophisticated interior. The lamp features a beautif...
Brass
French Empire Style Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Ultra elegant classical Empire style dark green tôle with oil reservoir encircled by bronze band raised on cloven hoof tripod feet over incurved base. Once an oil lamp later converte...
Bronze
19th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 20th-century gilded wood lamp exudes timeless elegance with its classic design and original gold leaf gilding, which remains in excellent condition. The sculpted base features a...
Bronze
$2,950
H 21 in Dm 11 in
19th Century Marbled Terra Cotta Ball on Stand from the Estate of Bunny Mellon
Located in Hudson, NY
This Italian marbled terra cotta ball comes from Oak Springs Farm, the Virginia estate of Paul & Bunny Mellon. The sphere is late 19th century and has been set on a well-turned walnu...
Terracotta, Wood
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.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.