Large Midcentury Marcello Fantoni Stoneware Ceramic Lamp Base
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Studio made lamp base in stoneware with earth tone glazes by Marcello Fantoni (1915-2011) - Florence, Italy circa 1960 Provenance: purchased from Fantoni's daughter at his studio...
Stoneware
Large One of a kind Ceramic Lamp base "Sirène" Signed by French Ceramist DaLo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
The lamp-base is pierced up and down to very easily allow the electrical system installation.
Earthenware
M Fantoni large ceramic table lamp base signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice and large M fantoni in crackle white ceramic lamp base.
Ceramic
Sold|$3,800
Coral Red Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
beautiful coral red ceramic lamp base with brass fixture. Italy 1960's
Ceramic
Sold|$975
LARGE Texturized Ceramic Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Oversized ceramic lamp Base to bottom of socket : 28"
Sold|$1,800
Large David Cressey ceramic table lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice and large ceramic lamp base by David Cressey.
Ceramic
Sold|$2,300
Modern Blue Ceramic Lamp
Located in East Hampton, NY
Modern blue ceramic lamp Base measures: 8.75" diameter Shade measures: 15" height x 12.5" bottom diameter x 15" bottom diameter.
Ceramic, Wood
Sold|$3,200
Ceramic horses head lamp
Located in New York, NY
• An Italian ceramic lamp base in the form of a horses head with stylized mane bridle bit and harness on rectangular plinth and with white crackeleur glaze.
Ceramic
Sold|$1,185
Midcentury Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Ceramic lamp base only: 25 cm high by 20 cm diameter.
Ceramic
Mid-century Italian Glazed Ceramic Artichoke Table Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage table lamp from Italy. Beautiful white glazed ceramic lamp base in a shape of an artichoke.
Metal
Sold|$4,950 / set
Blue Funnel Neck Ceramic Pair of Lamps, China, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Chinese pair of blue funnel neck shaped ceramic lamps. Base measures 13D x 22H Belgian linen shades Shade diameter 13" Overall height 33".
Ceramic
Monumental Cream and Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental cream and turquoise glazed ceramic lamp. Base only; no shade. The height listed (36 in.) is to the top of the finial.
Ceramic, Wood
William Moorcroft / Macintyre "Prunus" Ceramic Table Lamp
By Moorcroft Pottery, James Macintyre & Co.
Located in Fulton, CA
Ceramic lamp base only measures 13"Height, 6.5" diameter.
Ceramic
Mod Ceramic Table Lamp with Plastic Ball Top Shade
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Glidden Pottery
Located in New York, NY
Stripped blue ceramic lamp base with plastic ball form globe top.
Late MC Table Lamp in Ceramic by Bellino Lighting with Custom-Made Lampshade
Located in Herentals, BE
Spherical, ribbed ceramic lamp base by Bellino lighting Belgium with a bespoke lampshade from a silky vintage fabric.
Ceramic, Fabric
One of a Kind "Chaos" Ceramic Sculpture or Base Lamp Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
"Chaos" hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base or sculpture " forme libre" One of a kind stoneware piece glazed in black mat enamel signed by the French ceramicists Dalo The height d...
Ceramic
Large One of a Kind Zoomorphic Ceramic Base Lamp Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Large hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base, "Thésée and Minotaure" stoneware glazed in black enamel.
Ceramic
Ceramic Lamp Signed by Roger Capron Vallauris, France 1950s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Ceramic lamp base with typical "rayures" of this famous french ceramicist Manufactured circa 1950 , signed Capron, France on back Measure of ceramics sole...
Ceramic
Sold|$1,145
Ceramic Lamp and Shade- Frost Stripes
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Bulb is included Bulb fitting: G9 Glass Lampshade is included INCLUDED: - Handmade ceramic lamp base with UK / EU / AUS / USA plug (based on the country the lamp is sent to) - Glas...
Ceramic
Midcentury Ceramic Table Lamp by Regina, Belgium, 1970s
Located in Herentals, BE
The ceramic lamp base with floral motif is fitted with a new, round, custom-made and handmade lampshade in blue-green fabric.
Ceramic, Fabric
Ceramic Lamp with Glass Lamp Shade- Pink Dash
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
This handcrafted ceramic lamp pairs a pink base with a frosted globe bulb for a cozy glow.
Ceramic
Large One of a Kind Biomorphic Ceramic Base Lamp by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Large hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base, stoneware glazed in shiny black, decorated with two biomorphic visages sculpted and incised in green enamel and stripes on sides.
Ceramic Lamp with Glass Lamp Shade- Abstract Green Check
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Playful yet modern, this handcrafted ceramic lamp pairs a two-tone green checkered base with a frosted globe bulb for a cozy glow.
Ceramic
Beautifull Italian Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully scaled Italian ceramic lamp base, with hand-painted images of a mythology-style four legged animal surrounded by plants in a forest, with high-gloss enameled glaze finish.
Ceramic Lamp with Glass Lamp Shade- Pink and Blue Grid
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Fun and unique, this handcrafted ceramic lamp pairs a pink and deep blue base with a frosted globe bulb for a cozy glow.
Ceramic
Ceramic Lamp and Shade- Gold and Yellow
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Bulb is included Bulb fitting: G9 Glass Lampshade is included INCLUDED: - Handmade ceramic lamp base with UK / EU / AUS / USA plug (based on the country the lamp is sent to) - Glas...
Ceramic
1970s German Cari Zalloni 'Facette' Dark Brown Ceramic Table Lamp for Steuler
By Steuler, Carl Zalloni
Located in London, England
1970s 'Facette' dark brown ceramic lamp base in shade. Designed by Cari Zalloni and manufactured by Steuler, W.
Brass
Ceramic Lamp and Shade- White, Gold and Green Stripes
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Bulb is included Bulb fitting: G9 Glass Lampshade is included INCLUDED: - Handmade ceramic lamp base with UK / EU / AUS / USA plug (based on the country the lamp is sent to) - Glas...
Ceramic
MCM Oriental Table Lamp in Very Dark Brown Ceramic with Custom-Made Lampshade
Located in Herentals, BE
The very dark brown, almost black, glossy ceramic lamp base is equipped with a professionally handmade lampshade in relief fabric.
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood
Ceramic Lamp and Shade- Pink and Orange Polkadot
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Add a pop of colour to your space with this vibrant pink and orange polka dot lamp. Featuring a unique, handcrafted ceramic base and matching shade, this statement piece will bring a...
Ceramic
Sold|$1,600
Modernist Table Lamp by Marchello Fantoni
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Great modernist design ceramic lamp base in the form of a stylized pitcher finished in a matt brown glaze with high gloss cubist figures decorating the surface.
Sold|$1,145
Mid Century Ceramic Conch Shell Table Lamp
Located in Hastings, GB
Fantastic mid century ceramic conch shell table lamp C 1960's / 70's This large sized ceramic conch shell is finished in an off white colour with iridescent glaze, the finish gives...
Ceramic
Vintage Ceramic Kostka Table Lamp with Custom Lampshade, France, 1960-1970
By Robert Kostka, Robert Kostka
Located in Herentals, BE
The anise yellow ceramic lamp base was designed by Robert Kostka and made in his studio in France.
Ceramic, Fabric
1970s German Orange Ceramic Rosenthal 'Studio Line' designed by Bjørn Wiinblad
By Rosenthal 3
Located in London, England
A 1970s German Rosenthal 'Studio Line' orange glazed ceramic lamp base including a new red shade in the same shade as the lozenge in the centre of the lamp.
Wire
Danish Ceramic Table Lamp with White Glaze and Brown Leaf Pattern 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish table lamp handmade in the 1950s The ceramic lamp base has a leaf pattern that emerges in the contrast between a unglased part and a part with white glaze.
Ceramic, Plastic
Sold|$642
Bitossi Lamp Base
By Bitossi
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A beautiful handmade ceramic lamp base from Bitossi, Italy. This is very adorable little lamp which has very muted colours, with a warm pale brown base with green details in the midd...
Ceramic
Martz / Marshall Studios Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp, Pale Yellow / Brown
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
Condition — Ceramic lamp base is in near-perfect vintage condition.
Ceramic, Walnut
Ember Tall Ceramic Lamp Hand Painted Lampshade by Cathrine Raben Davidsen
By Cathrine Raben Davidsen
Located in New York, NY
*Please purchase though 1stdibs dealer The Future Perfect Glazed ceramic lamp base, hand painted lampshade, lighting components.
Ceramic
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamp, Tan with tiny Neck
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
Condition — Ceramic lamp base is in near-perfect vintage condition.
Brass
19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ceramic 'House' Lamp Base with Orientali
Located in Lincoln, GB
19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Ceramic 'House' Lamp Base with Orientalist Decoration Charming ceramic lamp base, fashioned in the form of a stylised house, is a superb exam...
Brass
1970s German Cari Zalloni for Steuler 'Facette' Pale Pink Table Lamp Inc Shade
By Steuler, Carl Zalloni
Located in London, England
This 'Facette' pale pink or peach ceramic lamp base was designed by Cari Zalloni and manufactured by Steuler, W.
Brass
One of a Kind Face Ceramic Base Lamp Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base One of a kind stoneware piece glazed in black enamel signed by the French ceramicists Dalo The height dimension is for the ceramic sculpture s...
Ceramic
One of a Kind Face Ceramic Base Lamp Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base One of a kind stoneware piece glazed in black enamel signed by the French ceramicists Dalo The height dimension is for the ceramic sculpture s...
Ceramic
Table lamp by Nittsjö, Scandinavian ceramic art lamp By Thomas Hellström
By Nittsjo Keramik
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
A very special and rather large ceramic lamp base, made by talented Thomas Hellström for Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden.
Ceramic
One of a Kind Face Ceramic Base Lamp Sculpture Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base "Ginza" One of a kind stoneware piece glazed in shiny ivory enamel signed by the French ceramicists Dalo The height dimension is for the ceramic sc...
Ceramic
Large One of a Kind "Toro Faces" Ceramic Base Lamp Signed by Dalo
By Dalo
Located in Paris, FR
Hand-sculpted ceramic lamp base or sculpture with 3 Toro faces One of a kind stoneware piece glazed in black mat enamel signed by the French ceramicists Dalo The height dimens...
Ceramic
Sold|$579
Short Spike Yellow and Blue
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Bulb is included Bulb fitting: G9 Glass Lampshade is included INCLUDED: - Handmade ceramic lamp base with UK / EU / AUS / USA plug (based on the country the lamp is sent to) - Glas...
Ceramic
Mid Century Orange Lava Glaze Lamp on a Walnut Base
By Sunset Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Mid Century ceramic lamp in an orange and chartreuse thick lava glaze resting on a walnut finger base.
Ceramic, Walnut
Sold|$1,200
Ceramic Lamp on Wood Base
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sculptural ceramic table lamp on wood base with abstract designs on two of the four sides.
Sold|$3,600 / set
Postmodern Ceramic Table Lamps Lucite Base, 1980
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Ceramic table lamps with lucite base, 1980
Ceramic
Massive Ceramic Marbro Lamp with Thistle Painting
By Marlboro Lamp Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Marlboro Lighting Company Italian Ceramic Lamp with a painted Thistle on the Base.
Ceramic
Sold|$2,400
Yellow + Orange Ceramic Lamp with Wood Base
Located in New York City, NY
Large Ceramic Lamp with beautiful yellow, orange, and brown glazing.
Brass
Table lamp by Nittsjö, a bright red pottery lamp By Thomas Hellström
By Nittsjo Keramik
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Bright red Scandinavian Mid-century modern table lamp. A very special and rather large vintage ceramic lamp base, made by Thomas Hellström for Nittsjö Keramik, Sweden.
Ceramic
Sold|$1,200
Blue Textured Ceramic Lamp with Brass Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A tall, Bitossi-style ceramic table lamp with bold blue glaze and incised texture.
Linen, Ceramic
Gordon & Jane Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamps, Matte White Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
The large walnut tops have been expertly refinished and are in flawless, like-new condition.No chips, cracks, or significant surface damage to the ceramic bodies. 📐 Dimensions — T...
Brass
Delores De Murtas Ceramic White Floral Lamp Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Delores De Murtas ceramic white floral lamp base. Needs wiring.
Ceramic
Sold|$1,150
A Green Ceramic Lamp on a Brass Base
Located in New York, NY
This green ceramic lamp in the Asian style is noteworthy due to its beautiful glaze.
Ceramic
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.
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