What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

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.

Do table lamps have to match?

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.

How does a table lamp work?

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.

What is a buffet table lamp?

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.

What are table lamps used for?

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.

How big should a table lamp be?

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.

Can ceramic table lamps be painted?

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.

Which brand of table lamp is the best?

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.

How do I fix an old table lamp?

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.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

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.

What size lamp should be on a sofa table?

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.

Which company is best for table lamps?

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.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

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.

What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?

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.”Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

Carrera Table Lamp

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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble, Brass

White Murano Glass & Carrera Marble Base Table Lamp

H 48.5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Vintage Nicely Carved Carrera Marble Lamp

Located in Bronx, NY

Vintage nicely carved Carrera marble lamp 15 1/2 Lamp base 26 1/2 with Lamp application

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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Vintage Nicely Carved Carrera Marble Lamp

H 26.5 in Dm 4.75 in

Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Balustrade Form Table Lamp in Carrera Marble

Located in New York, NY

This unique and well proportioned Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Balustrade Form Table Lamp in

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble

Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Balustrade Form Table Lamp in Carrera Marble

H 44 in Dm 16 in

Reeded Amethyst & Aquamarine Murano Glass Table Lamp With Carrera Marble Base

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant hand blown reeded Murano glass bodied table lamp in amethyst and aquamarine. Base is carved

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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Reeded Amethyst & Aquamarine Murano Glass Table Lamp With Carrera Marble Base

H 36 in W 6 in D 6 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass, Opaline Glass and Carrera Marble Table Lamp

By Stilnovo

Located in Weesp, NL

table lamp in great condition. A jewel in just about every interior, living room, study or bedroom

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass, Opaline Glass and Carrera Marble Table Lamp

H 18.9 in Dm 9.26 in

A Pair of Italian Urn-Form Carrera Marble Lamps; for Marbro Lamp Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large-scaled and elegant pair of Italian urn-form carrera marble lamps, made for Marbro Lamp Co

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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

A Pair of Italian Urn-Form Carrera Marble Lamps; for Marbro Lamp Co.

H 35 in Dm 7.25 in

Pair of American 1950s Neoclassical Style Carrera Marble Columnar Lamps

Located in San Francisco, CA

each column of Italian Carrara marble with raised perimeter band all over a stepped base adorned with gilt metal capitals and brass fittings at the base

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Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of American 1950s Neoclassical Style Carrera Marble Columnar Lamps

H 15 in W 5 in D 5 in

Stilux Articulating Table Lamp

By Stilux

Located in Hanover, MA

A 1950 Italian table lamp from Stilux Milano with Carrera marble base with switch and purple plexi

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stilux Articulating Table Lamp

H 19.5 in Dm 14 in

Pair of White Murano Glass Table Lamps, circa 1960s

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A pair of ribbed bottle form Murano Italy table lamps. The white and clear glass with cast brass

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Pair of White Murano Glass Table Lamps, circa 1960s

H 20.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Passy Table Lamp Model 3 by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with brass elements, create a striking table lamp. With the angled lines, the lamps arm holds the

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Passy Table Lamp Model 3 by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

H 18 in W 9 in D 12 in

Italian Neoclassical Gilt Tole Metal, Crystal & Putto Table Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Italian gilt tole metal foliage, twisted stem and white majolica putto table lamp. Crystal ornament

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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Gold Leaf

Italian Neoclassical Gilt Tole Metal, Crystal & Putto Table Lamp

H 35.5 in Dm 7 in

Passy Table Lamp Model 3 by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with brass elements, create a striking table lamp. With the angled lines, the lamps arm holds the

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Passy Table Lamp Model 3 by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

H 18 in W 9 in D 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Thick Marble Base and Leather Stem

Located in London, GB

Well sized table lamp with thick Carrera marble base and leather clad stem. Comes complete with

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp with Thick Marble Base and Leather Stem

H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Italian Neo-classic Marble Column Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Italian Neo-classic Carrera marble column lamps. Column Height: 19"

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Italian Neo-classic Marble Column Lamps

H 31 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Large Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lamp by E. F. Caldwell

Located in New York, NY

A very large and impressive neoclassical bronze table lamp attributed to E. F. Caldwell and Co, New

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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Large Neoclassical Gilt Bronze Lamp by E. F. Caldwell

H 32 in W 10 in D 10 in

Fine 19th Century French Louis XVI Marble and Gilt Bronze Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine 19th century French gilt bronze mounted Carrera marble . Wedgewood plaques . Fine gilt

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Fine 19th Century French Louis XVI Marble and Gilt Bronze Lamp

H 28 in W 5 in D 5 in

Tommi Parzinger High End Regency Wood, Marble and Brass Floor Lamp

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted wooden floor lamp with intergraded table sitting on a piece of white Italian

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Mid-20th Century American Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Tommi Parzinger High End Regency Wood, Marble and Brass Floor Lamp

H 64.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

Castiglioni Arco Modern Arch Stainless Steel & Marble Floor Lamp, FLOS, in stock

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

for easy placement of a couch or table underneath. The finish is stainless steel. The Arco floor lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Castiglioni Arco Modern Arch Stainless Steel & Marble Floor Lamp, FLOS, in stock

H 91.33 in W 86.61 in D 11.5 in

Castiglioni Arco Modern Arch Stainless Steel & Marble Floor Lamp, FLOS, in stock

By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

for easy placement of a couch or table underneath. The finish is stainless steel. The Arco floor lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Castiglioni Arco Modern Arch Stainless Steel & Marble Floor Lamp, FLOS, in stock

H 91.33 in W 86.61 in D 11.5 in

Lamp Table by Grosfeld House

By Grosfeld House

Located in New York, NY

Wedge shaped table of dark stained wood, with brass trim and white Carrera glass insert top

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Lamp Table by Grosfeld House

H 22.5 in W 24 in D 27.5 in

Pair of Italian circa 1840 Gold Giltwood Marble Topped Side End Lamp Wine Tables

Located in GB

marble topped side tables. A totally original pair, the hardwood frames have been nicely gold gilt

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Antique 1840s Italian Early Victorian End Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Italian circa 1840 Gold Giltwood Marble Topped Side End Lamp Wine Tables

H 20.87 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Night Stands with Original Carrara Marble

Located in Hopewell, NJ

gorgeous patina and topped with beautifully veined Carrera marble for a timeless effect. The front facade

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Carrara Marble

19th Century French Louis XV Carved Night Stands with Original Carrara Marble

H 30.5 in W 17.5 in D 17 in

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20th Century Italian Murano Scavo Glass Table Lamp Aquamarine Color and Black

Located in Milan, IT

A Scavo technique aquamarine-green color glass vase mounted as circular table lamp, made in Murano, near Venice, Italy, circa 1980s. The Scavo finished glass, hand blown in a beautif...

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Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle

20th Century Italian Murano Scavo Glass Table Lamp Aquamarine Color and Black

H 22.45 in Dm 7.09 in

Venetian Linen Pillow

Located in Houston, TX

Extravagant pillow featuring hand-dyed linen that has been created using illustrated wooden blocks, which in turn have been carved and painted entirely by hand. The designs come cras...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pillows and Throws

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Linen

Venetian Linen Pillow

H 20 in W 30 in D 10 in

19th century Giltwood Converted Candlestick Lamp Pair

Located in Savannah, GA

Classic pair of late 19th century Italian giltwood candlestick lamps featuring much detail and nice old patina. The fluted Corinthian columns sit on tri-shaped plinths with claw feet...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

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Silk, Giltwood

19th century Giltwood Converted Candlestick Lamp Pair

H 32 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Mid Century Brass Candlestick Table Lamps

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Pair of brass and crystal Roman column table lamps feature Corinthian capitals and fluted crystal shafts. Good condition with minor imperfections consistent with age, see photos for ...

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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Mid Century Brass Candlestick Table Lamps

H 24.25 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in

Exceptional Venetian Mirror

Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU

Rectangular shape on the height with openwork pediment. Beautiful state of conservation. Period: 20th century Place of origin: Italy.

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20th Century Italian Baroque Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Exceptional Venetian Mirror

H 71.66 in W 48.04 in D 1.19 in

Extra Large Venetian Mirror

Located in Troy, MI

Extra large rectangular Venetian mirror with wood backing and scalloped frame with reverse etched detailed border, circa 1940s. Actual Mirror Size: 48” h x 28.5” w

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Mid-20th Century Italian Wall Mirrors

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Mirror, Wood

Extra Large Venetian Mirror

H 60 in W 40 in D 3 in

French Empire Green Painted Table Bouillotte Candlestick Lamp

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

19th Century Green Painted Library Table Lamp, France Charming French desk lamp with narrow brass center support in between two bases best used for candles, or just left alone for ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Metal

French Empire Green Painted Table Bouillotte Candlestick Lamp

H 17.25 in W 10.5 in D 8.25 in

DUO))) Mid-century Murano Glass Desk/Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s, Great!

By Mazzega

Located in Firenze, FI

Set gorgeous small Murano original table/desk lamps White/clear marble glass table lamp from 1970s. Technique: Hand blown. Made of a single sheet of handcrafted Murano glass Me...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

DUO))) Mid-century Murano Glass Desk/Table Lamp, Italy, 1970s, Great!

H 11.03 in Dm 5.91 in

Antique French Bouilloute Candlestick Table Lamp

Located in Lincoln, GB

Antique French Bouilloute Candlestick Table Lamp is a stunning piece that exudes elegance and charm. Crafted from antique brass, this lamp showcases a traditional bouilloute design w...

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Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique French Bouilloute Candlestick Table Lamp

H 16.1 in W 62 in D 8.6 in

Pair Christofle Silver Candlestick Lamps

By Christofle

Located in New York, NY

Pair Christofle silver candlestick lamps. Vintage Christofle boudoir/dressing table or dining table lamps in a subtle dot or strawberry seed pattern. Newly electrified with silver si...

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Early 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Silver

Pair Christofle Silver Candlestick Lamps

H 16 in Dm 4.5 in

Venetian Coffee Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Venetian grotto coffee table with onyx top.

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Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx

Venetian Coffee Table

H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 25.99 in

Clear Murano Glass Floor Lamp Infused with Gold

By Venini, Archimede Seguso, Paolo Venini, Seguso, Ercole Barovier

Located in Houston, TX

Clear Murano glass floor lamp infused with gold. This stunning tall Murano glass lamp is comprised of both clear and lightly gold infused glass with a glass base. Our Italian Murano ...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Clear Murano Glass Floor Lamp Infused with Gold

H 66.13 in Dm 14 in

Marbro Lamps Venetian Giltwood Candlestick Style Table Lamp

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in Jensen Beach, FL

Large scale lamp by Marbro with likely original black silk shade. Shade is quite substantial and if preferred, lamp may be sold without shade to save on shipping costs. Please mess...

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Mid-20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Marbro Lamps Venetian Giltwood Candlestick Style Table Lamp

H 46 in Dm 26 in

Murano Glass Lamp Base Attributed to Barovier

By Barovier

Located in Rochester, NY

Murano blown glass lamp base. With unusual applied fee. Attributed to Barovier. Mid 20th century.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glass Lamp Base Attributed to Barovier

H 14.5 in Dm 6.5 in

Lee Broom - Acid Marble Table Lamp

By Lee Broom

Located in New York, US

A layer of white Carrara marble and acid yellow tinted optical acrylic are sandwiched together to form an illuminated circular diffuser for this sculptural table Lamp. Set into a sol...

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2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Lee Broom - Acid Marble Table Lamp

H 16.54 in W 15.16 in D 8.27 in

Corinthian Column Marble Table Lamp

Located in Bradenton, FL

A French Empire style Corinthian column table lamp in marble. A decorative carved spiral, twists around the marble column, which is topped and tailed with a brass capital and brass f...

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Late 20th Century Empire Table Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Corinthian Column Marble Table Lamp

H 33 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

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Robert Sonneman Carrera Marble Table Lamp

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Papaikou, HI

patterning that works perfectly with this lamp. Retains partial Sonneman label on the socket. Dimensions

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Robert Sonneman Carrera Marble Table Lamp

H 16 in W 4 in D 4 in

Pair of White Carrera Marble Urn Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of white carrera marble urn lamps.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Pair of White Carrera Marble Urn Lamps

H 16.5 in W 10.5 in

Micene Table Lamp by Leucos

By Leucos Design Lab, Toso, Massari & Associates

Located in New London, CT

to the luxury and quality of the large-scale table lamp making it a visual feast.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Micene Table Lamp by Leucos

H 29.9 in W 20 in D 20 in

Marble & Chrome 1970's Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

Carrera marble base with directional bracket. Original shade.

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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

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Marble

Marble & Chrome 1970's Table Lamp

Italian Marble Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A singular piece of carved and honed Carrera marble in a vase form base. Lamp sits on a round

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Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

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Marble

Italian Marble Lamp

H 32 in D 7.5 in

Vintage Murano Lamps in Crystal Clear on Italian Marble

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Little Rock, AR

This elegant pair of vintage Murano lamps are of CRYSTAL CLEAR glass. The thick ribs swirl

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20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble, Brass, Nickel

Vintage Murano Lamps in Crystal Clear on Italian Marble

H 35 in Dm 6 in

Fantastic Modernist Italian Marble & Chrome Cocktail Table Floor Lamp

By Reggiani Lampadari

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Striking design Italian floor lamp with white frosted glass shade and circular glass table attached

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Fantastic Modernist Italian Marble & Chrome Cocktail Table Floor Lamp

H 55.5 in W 17.75 in D 12.25 in

Tall Carrera Marble Table Lamps

Located in North Miami, FL

Elegant and tall pair of hand-carved, carrera marble Modernist table lamps, circa 1960. European

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Nickel

Tall Carrera Marble Table Lamps

H 28 in Dm 5.5 in

Pair of Carrera Marble Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of solid Carrera marble column table lamps with new custom silk shades & silk twist cord.

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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

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Marble

Pair of Carrera Marble Table Lamps

H 28.5 in Dm 15 in

Italian Carrera Marble Table Lamp by Nessen

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful 1960s Italian Carrara marble table lamp designed by Walter Von Nessen. Newly rewired

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble

Italian Carrera Marble Table Lamp by Nessen

H 23.75 in Dm 16 in

Pair of Roman Carved Carrera-Marble Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Most gorgeous and incredible pair of Roman carved Carrera-marble table lamps, 1920s.

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Early 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Roman Carved Carrera-Marble Table Lamps

H 22 in W 16 in D 8.5 in

Sculptural Lyre Laurel Table Lamp

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Hanover, MA

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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Sculptural Lyre Laurel Table Lamp

H 21 in

Italian Alabaster Stone Table Lamp

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Italian made alabaster stone table lamp manufactured by Marbro lighting dating to the

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Alabaster

Italian Alabaster Stone Table Lamp

H 29 in W 6 in D 6 in

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By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Chicago, IL

Sculptural stepped brass candlesticks on a round Carrera marble and brass base. Ivory lacquered

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Rembrandt 50" Tall Brass Candelabra Style Table Lamp

H 50.5 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Carrera Marble Column Lamps with Custom Linen Shades

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Pair of chic carrera marble column table lamps with custom linen shades.

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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Carrera Marble Column Lamps with Custom Linen Shades

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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A Large Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Carrera Marble Lamps

H 34.5 in W 8 in D 8 in

19th Century Louis XVI Carrera Marble and Bronze Dore Urn Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

19th c Louis XVI Carrera marble and dore bronze urn lamp

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century Louis XVI Carrera Marble and Bronze Dore Urn Lamp

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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Vintage 1930s Italian Table Lamps

Large Pr of Italian Art Deco Carrera Marble Baluster-Form Lamps

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Located in Houston, TX

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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

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Marble

Pair of Carrera Marble Lamps in the Manner of Robsjohn-Gibbings.

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Located in San Francisco, CA

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A Tall and Stylish Pair of Italian Mid-Century Rouge and Carrera Marble Lamps

H 21.25 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in

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Located in Dallas, TX

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble

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H 28 in W 9 in D 9 in

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By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Chula Vista, CA

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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H 47 in Dm 20 in

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Located in New York, NY

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Vico Magistretti Snow Table Lamp Oluce, 1973

H 24.41 in Dm 24.41 in

Monumental Murano Glass & Ivory Lacquered Brass Table Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Impressive hand blown tricolored Murano glass ball and cone table lamp. Ball and cone are saffron

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Monumental Murano Glass & Ivory Lacquered Brass Table Lamp

H 48 in Dm 10 in

Reeded Amethyst & Aqua Marine Murano Glass Body Table Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant hand blown reeded Murano glass bodied table lamp in amethyst and aquamarine. Base is carved

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Reeded Amethyst & Aqua Marine Murano Glass Body Table Lamp

H 36.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Studio Buratti 'Tropico' White Marble & Glass Table Lamp for Fontana Arte

By Oscar e Gabriele Buratti, Fontana Arte

Located in Glendale, CA

Studio Buratti 'Tropico' white marble & glass table lamp for Fontana Arte. Executed in high quality

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Studio Buratti 'Tropico' White Marble & Glass Table Lamp for Fontana Arte

H 12.7 in Dm 14.2 in L 12.7 in

Stiffel Carrera Marble, Walnut And Brass Floor Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Modern floor lamp in brass, walnut and marble by Stiffel. Bowtie shaped Carrera marble base ties in

Category

Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stiffel Carrera Marble, Walnut And Brass Floor Lamp

H 53.25 in W 8.25 in D 20.25 in

Stilux Desk Lamp

By Stilux

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Handsome table lamp by Stilux Italia - circa 1950 Carrera marble base with brass adjustable arm

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass

Stilux Desk Lamp

H 17 in W 12 in L 17 in

Sculptural Metal Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sculptural metal lamp, on a white carrera marble base. Most likely made by Laurel lamp co.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Sculptural Metal Lamp

H 30 in D 5.5 in

Murano Glass Lamps

Located in New Rochelle, NY

A striking pair of Murano Glass lamps with Carrera marble base and tops in excellent condition. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Murano Glass Lamps

H 34 in Dm 7 in

Hollywood Crystal Plume lamp

Located in New York, NY

Glass and Crystal plumes with carrera marble base

Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Hollywood Crystal Plume lamp

H 24.5 in

Pair of Murano Glass Lamps

Located in New York, NY

White Murano with Carrera Marble Base.

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Pair of Murano Glass Lamps

H 28.5 in

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings lamps

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Sophisticated mid-century design in varigated Carrera marble and brass fittings. Hansen Lighting

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings lamps

H 30 in W 4 in D 4 in

19th c bronze dore cherub lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

pr of 19th c Bronze dore French cherub lamps on original carrera marble bases

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th c bronze dore cherub lamps

H 34 in

Pair of lamps by Robsjohn-Gibbins

Located in Pasadena, CA

Simple and elegant pair varigated Carrera marble and gilded brass fittings

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Pair of lamps by Robsjohn-Gibbins

H 28 in W 4 in D 4 in

Pair of Italian Pink Murano Vase Lamps

By Murano 5

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Italian pink Murano, brass and Carrera marble vase lamps crowned with hand-painted

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Classical Roman Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Pink Murano Vase Lamps

H 36 in Dm 16.5 in

Koch and Lowy Desk Lamp with Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

Nice Koch and Lowy adjustable desk lamp with Carrera marble base. Brass stem with adjustable shade

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Koch and Lowy Desk Lamp with Marble Base

Pair of Marble Specimen Lamps with Custom Linen Shades

Located in Palm Desert, CA

An exceptional pair of white carrera marble specimen lamps with chrome mounts, white satin finished

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Pair of Marble Specimen Lamps with Custom Linen Shades

H 35 in Dm 15.25 in

Superb Pair of White and Blue Murano Glass Lamps

Located in Houston, TX

Fabulous pair of white Murano glass lamps on Carrera marble bases. Marble bases have some slight

Category

Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Superb Pair of White and Blue Murano Glass Lamps

H 27.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in

Elegant Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Marble Lamps

Located in San Francisco, CA

An elegant and large-scaled pair of Italian neoclassical style carved carrera marble urn-form lamps

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Elegant Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Carved Marble Lamps

H 21.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Marble Candlestick Lamp by Caldwell

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Late 19th century very fine large gilt bronze and Carrera marble candlestick lamp signed Caldwell.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Marble Candlestick Lamp by Caldwell

H 31 in W 6 in D 6 in

Modernist Brass/Marble Desk Lamp in the Manner of Cedric Hartman

By Cedric Hartman

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

. Lamp has a cube shaped carrera marble base.

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Modernist Brass/Marble Desk Lamp in the Manner of Cedric Hartman

H 15.5 in W 16 in D 6 in

Pair of Modernist Chrome Desk Lamps with Marble Bases Designed by Koch and Lowy

By Koch & Lowy

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Pair of Mid Century Modern desk lamps in chrome with polished Carrera marble cubed bases. Designed

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Pair of Modernist Chrome Desk Lamps with Marble Bases Designed by Koch and Lowy

H 16 in W 5.75 in D 15 in

Stilnovo Alberello Floor Lamp Marble Brass Italy, 1960

By Stilnovo

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

, Italy ca. 1960. This lamp has a Carrera marble base and 6 brass arms attached to each other with a brass

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Stilnovo Alberello Floor Lamp Marble Brass Italy, 1960

H 68.9 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

"Arco" Floor Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, circa 1960s

By Achille Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The lamp is characterized by a suspended spun aluminum pendant attached to an upright slab of

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

"Arco" Floor Lamp by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos, circa 1960s

H 90.95 in W 86.62 in D 12.6 in

Italian Geometric Iron and Marble Table

Located in New York, NY

Italian geometric iron lamp table with original white carrera marble square top.

Category

20th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Italian Geometric Iron and Marble Table

H 24.5 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

Pair of Italian Modern Carrera Marble Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Italian modern Carrera marble lamps, each one of carved Mellon body raised on 5-inch square

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Italian Modern Carrera Marble Lamps

H 24 in W 5 in D 5 in

Classic Carrera Marble Urn Style Vase with Lamp Application

Located in Bronx, NY

Classic Carrera marble Urn style vase with lamp application 15 3/8 Lamp Base 24 7/8 w/ Lamp

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Classic Carrera Marble Urn Style Vase with Lamp Application

H 24.88 in W 5.38 in

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Carrera Marble Urn Lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of 19th c Louis XVI Carrera marble and bronze dore urn lamps.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Carrera Marble Urn Lamps

Pair of Italian 1960's Carved Carrera Marble Baluster-Form Lamps

Located in San Francisco, CA

Each with slender waisted neck above an incised bulbous body raised on a chamfered plinth; old paper label 'sg made in italy".

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair of Italian 1960's Carved Carrera Marble Baluster-Form Lamps

H 36 in Dm 5 in

Passy Table Lamp Model 3

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with brass elements, create a striking table lamp. With the angled lines, the lamps arm holds the

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Passy Table Lamp Model 3

H 18 in W 9 in D 12 in

Solid Marble Column Table Lamp

By Nessen Studio, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

A stunning and extremely heavy and solid marble column table lamp in the style of Robert Sonneman

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble

Solid Marble Column Table Lamp

H 16 in W 6 in D 4 in

Chic American Tommi Parzinger 1950s Six-Light Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in San Francisco, CA

A chic American Tommi Parzinger, 1950s six-light brass table lamp with marble base, with six tall

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Chic American Tommi Parzinger 1950s Six-Light Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base

H 40 in Dm 10.5 in

Nickel & Brass Rams Head & Hooved Floor Lamp with Carrera Marble Table Top

Located in Chicago, IL

Neoclassical Italian nickel and brass floor lamp with Carrara marble tabletop. Tripodal curved legs

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Steel

Nickel & Brass Rams Head & Hooved Floor Lamp with Carrera Marble Table Top

H 60 in Dm 18 in

Very Fine Pair of 19th C French Louis XVI Carrara Marble and Gilt Bronze Lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

A very fine pair of French Louis XVI Carrera marble and gilt bronze tripod lamps. Mercury gilt.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Very Fine Pair of 19th C French Louis XVI Carrara Marble and Gilt Bronze Lamps

H 28 in W 8 in D 6 in

Carrera Marble Set Low on Chrome & Aluminum Coffee Table Setting

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Found (Modern) Objects One-Off Coffee Table by Dino Paxinos. Scorched Decanters and Craftsman

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Steel

Carrera Marble Set Low on Chrome & Aluminum Coffee Table Setting

H 14.75 in W 63.13 in D 18.63 in

Early Production 'Arco' Marble Floor Lamp by Castiglioni for Flos, 1962, Signed

By Achille Castiglioni, Flos, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful early production and signed 'Arco' adjustable floor lamp by the Castiglioni brothers

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Steel

Early Production 'Arco' Marble Floor Lamp by Castiglioni for Flos, 1962, Signed

H 93 in W 86.5 in D 12 in

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Carrera Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the carrera table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each carrera table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using marble, stone and carrara marble. There are many kinds of the carrera table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each carrera table lamp bearing Modern, Louis XVI or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Giovanni Banci and Walter Von Nessen each produced at least one beautiful carrera table lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Carrera Table Lamp?

Prices for a carrera table lamp start at $350 and top out at $8,400 with the average selling for $2,500.

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 Carrera Table Lamp

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
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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.
Do table lamps have to match?
1 Answer
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.
How does a table lamp work?
1 Answer
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.
What is a buffet table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What are table lamps used for?
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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.
How big should a table lamp be?
1 Answer
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.
Can ceramic table lamps be painted?
1 Answer
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.
Which brand of table lamp is the best?
1 Answer
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.
How do I fix an old table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
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.
What size lamp should be on a sofa table?
1 Answer
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.
Which company is best for table lamps?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
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.

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What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?
1 Answer
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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Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales

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Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

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Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.

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