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Gino Sarafatti 1950's Table Lamp for Arteluce on Black Marble Base
Gino Sarafatti 1950's Table Lamp for Arteluce on Black Marble Base

Gino Sarafatti 1950's Table Lamp for Arteluce on Black Marble Base

By Gino Sarfatti, Arluce

Located in London, GB

This ingenious construction allows the shade to rotate and pivot freely, enabling precise direction of light while enhancing the lamp's sculptural character. The lamp remains in ver...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Gilt Bronze Rise and Fall Table Lamp with Green Glass Shade, c.1900
Antique Gilt Bronze Rise and Fall Table Lamp with Green Glass Shade, c.1900

Antique Gilt Bronze Rise and Fall Table Lamp with Green Glass Shade, c.1900

Located in Lincoln, GB

These have intentionally been retained as part of the lamp's character. The green glass shade presents extremely well.

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Halostar 50 Table or Wall Lamp by Osram, Germany 1980s
Halostar 50 Table or Wall Lamp by Osram, Germany 1980s

Halostar 50 Table or Wall Lamp by Osram, Germany 1980s

Located in Praha, CZ

Osram's Halostar desk lamp is a production from the 80s. Its sober design is combined with a modular and ergonomic character.

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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, Copper Shade, Brass Arm, Leather Base, Denmark
Mid-Century Table Lamp, Copper Shade, Brass Arm, Leather Base, Denmark

Mid-Century Table Lamp, Copper Shade, Brass Arm, Leather Base, Denmark

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The brass components have developed a natural oxidation, contributing to the lamp’s authentic vintage character. While the designer remains unknown, the lamp’s construction and mate...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Rare Pair of Lisa Johansson-Papé Model 54-101 Table Lamps, Orno, Finland, 1950s
Rare Pair of Lisa Johansson-Papé Model 54-101 Table Lamps, Orno, Finland, 1950s

Rare Pair of Lisa Johansson-Papé Model 54-101 Table Lamps, Orno, Finland, 1950s

By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Helsinki, FI

These details lend each lamp its individual character while preserving the coherence of the pair.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Space Age Lacquered Metal Table Lamp with Milk Glass, 1970s
Italian Space Age Lacquered Metal Table Lamp with Milk Glass, 1970s

Italian Space Age Lacquered Metal Table Lamp with Milk Glass, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

With its dynamic proportions and futuristic character, this lamp is well suited for statement interiors, modern living spaces, or curated design collections.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Very Rare Floor Lamp, Model G89 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
Very Rare Floor Lamp, Model G89 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

Very Rare Floor Lamp, Model G89 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The brass frame adds both elegance and durability to the design, and its subtle patina enhances the lamp’s vintage character. The lamp is supported by a circular brass base that ens...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Model "1208-3" Ceramic Table Lamps by Søholm, Denmark 1960s
Pair of Model "1208-3" Ceramic Table Lamps by Søholm, Denmark 1960s

Pair of Model "1208-3" Ceramic Table Lamps by Søholm, Denmark 1960s

By Soholm Pottery

Located in Utrecht, NL

The earthy glaze further enriches this effect, blending warm browns, sandy beiges, and soft grey undertones that settle differently across the relief, emphasising the handmade charac...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Luxury Italian LED Fabric Floor Lamp Mogg Costantina XXL by Nava+Arosio
Luxury Italian LED Fabric Floor Lamp Mogg Costantina XXL by Nava+Arosio

Luxury Italian LED Fabric Floor Lamp Mogg Costantina XXL by Nava+Arosio

By Mogg

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The oversized fabric shades softly diffuse warm LED light, creating an intimate and welcoming atmosphere while emphasizing the lamp's distinctive architectural character. Designed an...

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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Slice Table Lamp by Hans von Klier for Bilumen - 1980s
Slice Table Lamp by Hans von Klier for Bilumen - 1980s

Slice Table Lamp by Hans von Klier for Bilumen - 1980s

By Hans Von Klier, Bilumen

Located in Renens, CH

Signs of age and use are present in the form of scuffs, scratches and minor dents, giving the lamp its unique character and personality. The plastic diffusor was polished to have a...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Gabriella Crespi Table Lamp in Walnut Burl and Brass, Italy 1970s
Gabriella Crespi Table Lamp in Walnut Burl and Brass, Italy 1970s

Gabriella Crespi Table Lamp in Walnut Burl and Brass, Italy 1970s

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Hellouw, NL

A fine inlay defines the upper plane, subtly reinforcing the lamp’s geometric character. From its centre rises a cylindrical brass fitting with a warm golden tone, understated yet gr...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Yo-Yo Table Lamps by Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi for FontanaArte, Italy, 19
Pair of Yo-Yo Table Lamps by Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi for FontanaArte, Italy, 19

Pair of Yo-Yo Table Lamps by Eugenio Gentili Tedeschi for FontanaArte, Italy, 19

Located in Palermo, IT

With their geometric simplicity and timeless Mid-Century Modern character, these lamps are ideal for bedside tables, consoles or carefully curated vintage interiors.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Bedside Lamps with Stylized Animal Motifs
Pair of Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Bedside Lamps with Stylized Animal Motifs

Pair of Italian Hand-Painted Ceramic Bedside Lamps with Stylized Animal Motifs

By Guido Gambone

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sculptural applied loop handles at the shoulders add a playful dimensional quality while emphasizing the artisanal character of the pieces. The lamps retain their original warm-toned...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy
Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy

Neoclassical White Florentine Alabaster Table Lamp with Leaf Relief, Italy

Located in Grythyttan, SE

Discover elegance with this finely carved Florentine alabaster table lamp, a timeless and ornate piece. Crafted in the 20th century, its exquisite baluster-shaped design features han...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

A Unique Large Antique French Louis XVI St. Ormolu & Bronze Figural Floor Lamp
A Unique Large Antique French Louis XVI St. Ormolu & Bronze Figural Floor Lamp

A Unique Large Antique French Louis XVI St. Ormolu & Bronze Figural Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

The scrolling tripod supports are embellished with delicate foliate ornament and bead-and-reel borders before terminating in elegantly shaped feet, all resting upon a substantial sha...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Vintage German Table Lamps Attributed to Ernest Igl for Hillebrand 1950s
Vintage German Table Lamps Attributed to Ernest Igl for Hillebrand 1950s

Vintage German Table Lamps Attributed to Ernest Igl for Hillebrand 1950s

By Hillebrand, Ernest Igl

Located in KUTNO, PL

The characteristic oval shade with adjustable angle is covered with irregular perforations, which, when the light is turned on, create an interesting play of light and shadow, subtly...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Stiffel Solid Brass Brutalist Table Lamps with Original Shades
Pair Mid-Century Stiffel Solid Brass Brutalist Table Lamps with Original Shades

Pair Mid-Century Stiffel Solid Brass Brutalist Table Lamps with Original Shades

By Ralph Lauren, Stiffel, Dorothy Draper, Frederick Cooper

Located in San Diego, CA

Their rich darkened brass patina enhances the sculptural detailing while lending warmth, depth, and timeless character. The lamps retain their impressive original oversized drum sha...

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Vintage 1950s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s Heywood-Wakefield Bamboo Style Table Lamps  Pair of Mid Century Modern
1950s Heywood-Wakefield Bamboo Style Table Lamps  Pair of Mid Century Modern

1950s Heywood-Wakefield Bamboo Style Table Lamps Pair of Mid Century Modern

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Their warm natural wood tones pair effortlessly with a variety of décor styles while adding a refined vintage character to any room. Both lamps are in great working condition and fe...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in Brass and Wrapped Birch
Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in Brass and Wrapped Birch

Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp in Brass and Wrapped Birch

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Karis, Nyland

The tall, tapering form is paired with a wide pleated fabric shade that gives the lamp a calm and balanced silhouette. The combination of brass, birch and a softly diffused shade giv...

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large French Art Deco Wood Table Lamp Featuring Cicada Carving 1930
Large French Art Deco Wood Table Lamp Featuring Cicada Carving 1930

Large French Art Deco Wood Table Lamp Featuring Cicada Carving 1930

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Dudouyt’s designs, especially his carved lamps, armchairs, and sideboards, remain highly sought after for their timeless modernity, tactile surfaces, and unmistakable character.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century / Palm Beach Style Coastal Shell Table Lamps
Pair of Mid-Century / Palm Beach Style Coastal Shell Table Lamps

Pair of Mid-Century / Palm Beach Style Coastal Shell Table Lamps

Located in North Palm Beach, FL

The shell rests on a circular wooden platform with a warm, natural stain, and an upper textured section evoking coarse sand—an organic detail that enhances the coastal character. Eac...

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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax
Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

By Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in Fulton, CA

They make a nice statement of original vintage Mod or Space-Age design table lamps with some character and patina from their history. 2.75 inches wide. 2.75 inches deep.

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Modernist Bauhaus table lamp with opaline shade and glass rods, 1940s - 50s
Modernist Bauhaus table lamp with opaline shade and glass rods, 1940s - 50s

Modernist Bauhaus table lamp with opaline shade and glass rods, 1940s - 50s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

It softens the light beautifully and gives the lamp its futuristic character. There is something wonderfully forward-looking about the design.

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Vintage 1940s French Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vilhelm Lauritzen Table Lamp in Brass and Lacquer by Louis Poulsen, 1950s
Vilhelm Lauritzen Table Lamp in Brass and Lacquer by Louis Poulsen, 1950s

Vilhelm Lauritzen Table Lamp in Brass and Lacquer by Louis Poulsen, 1950s

By Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The patina on the brass components contributes to the lamp’s vintage character, while the subtle signs of wear on the lacquered surfaces are consistent with age and respectful use, p...

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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Early 20th Century Western Turkey Two Handled Terracotta Amphora Oil Jar Lamp
Early 20th Century Western Turkey Two Handled Terracotta Amphora Oil Jar Lamp

Early 20th Century Western Turkey Two Handled Terracotta Amphora Oil Jar Lamp

Located in London, GB

Now reworked as a vintage terracotta lamp, the piece retains its original character while offering a refined, functional use.

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Vintage 1930s Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Clay

Large 195cm Palm floor lamp by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen 1970
Large 195cm Palm floor lamp by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen 1970

Large 195cm Palm floor lamp by Christian Techoueyres for Maison Jansen 1970

By Christian Techoueyres, Maison Jansen

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

The brass has developed a stunning natural aged patina over time, enhancing its luxurious character and highlighting the lamp’s authentic vintage appeal.

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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern German Cube Table Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern German Cube Table Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern German Cube Table Lamp from Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Hamburg, DE

The entire appearance of this small lamp evokes associations with a lively character.

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava
Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

By Ridezign

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Guava colorway gives the patterned form a warm and playful character. Unlit, the lamp combines vibrant yellow and soft orange tones that make the circles and ellipses feel lively...

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

PLA, Bioplastic

Pair of Murano Style Hand-Blown Cobalt Blue & Lattimo Ribbon Glass Lamps
Pair of Murano Style Hand-Blown Cobalt Blue & Lattimo Ribbon Glass Lamps

Pair of Murano Style Hand-Blown Cobalt Blue & Lattimo Ribbon Glass Lamps

Located in London, GB

The tapered cylindrical bases exhibit a wonderful sense of movement and artisanal character. Each lamp is finished with polished chrome hardware, offering a cool-toned, modern contra...

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2010s British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:8 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava
Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:8 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 5:8 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

By Ridezign

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Guava colorway gives the taller patterned form a warm and playful character. Unlit, the lamp combines vibrant yellow and soft orange tones that make the circles and ellipses feel...

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

PLA, Bioplastic

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 8:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava
Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 8:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

Contemporary 3D-Printed Tesser 8:3 Dots Portable Table Lamp by Ridezign in Guava

By Ridezign

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Guava colorway gives the patterned form a warm and playful character. Unlit, the lamp combines vibrant yellow and soft orange tones that make the circles and ellipses feel lively...

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

PLA, Bioplastic

Murano Art Glass White and Black Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950
Murano Art Glass White and Black Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950

Murano Art Glass White and Black Midcentury Floor Lamp, 1950

By Murano 5

Located in Roma, Lazio

Ice white and strong black are the character of the floor lamp. The floor lamp is made up of a central stem in white Murano glass, which carries a large flared white cup and black t...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Orbital Italian Table Lamps, 1970s Brass and Steel
Pair of Orbital Italian Table Lamps, 1970s Brass and Steel

Pair of Orbital Italian Table Lamps, 1970s Brass and Steel

Located in Rome, IT

The exterior of the spheres showcases a beautiful aged brass finish that has developed a pleasing patina, subtle signs of oxidation, and a few light dents over the decades, while the...

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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Empire Style Gilt Brass and Tole Table Lamp with Winged Figures, France 20th C.
Empire Style Gilt Brass and Tole Table Lamp with Winged Figures, France 20th C.

Empire Style Gilt Brass and Tole Table Lamp with Winged Figures, France 20th C.

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

The supports are surmounted by winged female busts, with carefully defined hairstyles and feathered wings that lend the lamp its distinctive character. A repeating wave frieze encirc...

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20th Century French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Tôle

Sculptural handmade ceramic table lamps set of two, brutalist design, 1970's sty
Sculptural handmade ceramic table lamps set of two, brutalist design, 1970's sty

Sculptural handmade ceramic table lamps set of two, brutalist design, 1970's sty

By Studio Wild Orange

Located in POLOPOS, ES

Sculptural handmade ceramic table lamps set of two, Brutalist Organic Design, in 1970"s style This unique set of two sculptural table lamps with an expressive, organic Brutalist cha...

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2010s Spanish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala 1950s
Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala 1950s

Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala 1950s

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The brass components have developed a natural patina over time, with light oxidation and discoloration that add visual depth and underscore the lamp’s vintage character. A notable...

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Glass by Nybro Armaturfabrik, 1960s
Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Glass by Nybro Armaturfabrik, 1960s

Pair of Table Lamps in Brass and Glass by Nybro Armaturfabrik, 1960s

By NAFA

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

This aging contributes to the visual character of the lamps, distinguishing them as authentic vintage pieces.

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

ASEA mid century modernist table lamp E1163, brass, Scandinavian, Sweden, 1940s
ASEA mid century modernist table lamp E1163, brass, Scandinavian, Sweden, 1940s

ASEA mid century modernist table lamp E1163, brass, Scandinavian, Sweden, 1940s

By ASEA, Hans Bergström

Located in Forserum, SE

The shade is supported by a stained beech pillar, which provides a beautiful contrast to the polished brass and adds to the lamp’s organic yet refined character. The lamp rests on a ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Brutalist Textured Resin and Chrome Table Lamps, Mid Century
Pair of Brutalist Textured Resin and Chrome Table Lamps, Mid Century

Pair of Brutalist Textured Resin and Chrome Table Lamps, Mid Century

Located in Oceanside, US

This shade diffuses light with a warm, ambient glow, complementing the Brutalist character of the base. The lamp base is exceptionally heavy, indicating solid construction and quali...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Paavo Tynell Style Table Lamp with Star-Shaped Perfration, Ornatus Finland 1960s
Paavo Tynell Style Table Lamp with Star-Shaped Perfration, Ornatus Finland 1960s

Paavo Tynell Style Table Lamp with Star-Shaped Perfration, Ornatus Finland 1960s

Located in Helsinki, FI

The shade has been repainted in a light green tone, carefully chosen to remain sympathetic to the lamp’s original character. The brass base has been left untouched, retaining its nat...

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Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique French Figural Table Lamp with Mirror and Putto Motif, 1900
Antique French Figural Table Lamp with Mirror and Putto Motif, 1900

Antique French Figural Table Lamp with Mirror and Putto Motif, 1900

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Mirror shows gentle signs of aging, adding to its authenticity and character. Wiring: This lamp will be professionally rewired to meet electrical standards in your country (US, UK, ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Table Lamps

Materials

Spelter

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Green Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Green Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Green Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Stefano Giovannoni, Qeeboo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in White Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in White Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in White Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Bigger Brother Lamp in Light Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp in Light Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp in Light Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Red Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Red Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Red Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Bigger Brother Lamp in Green Khaki Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp in Green Khaki Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp in Green Khaki Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Blue Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala, 1954
Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala, 1954

Mid Century KD-11 Table Lamp in Brass, Lacquer & Leather by Tapio Wirkkala, 1954

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

The leather is original and remains intact, with only minor signs of age, contributing to the lamp’s character while preserving its function and aesthetics.

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20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Sculptural French Travertine Table Lamps with Original Peach Shades 1970
Pair of Sculptural French Travertine Table Lamps with Original Peach Shades 1970

Pair of Sculptural French Travertine Table Lamps with Original Peach Shades 1970

Located in Antwerp, BE

The geometric composition and natural stone give the lamps a strong architectural presence while maintaining a warm and timeless character.

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

Materials

Travertine, Metal, Brass

Charming Mid-Century Model 61047 Table Lamp by Idman, Perfect for a Child’s Room
Charming Mid-Century Model 61047 Table Lamp by Idman, Perfect for a Child’s Room

Charming Mid-Century Model 61047 Table Lamp by Idman, Perfect for a Child’s Room

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

With its compact proportions and nostalgic character, the lamp works beautifully on a bedside table, small side table or bookshelf.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Rare '547' Floor Lamp in Teak, Brass, Silk
Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Rare '547' Floor Lamp in Teak, Brass, Silk

Hans Bergström for Ateljé Lyktan Rare '547' Floor Lamp in Teak, Brass, Silk

By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström

Located in Waalwijk, NL

The design captures Bergström’s distinctive ability to combine refined Swedish modernism with a softer, almost sculptural sense of character. The lamp is built around a beautifully ...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Black Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni
Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Black Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

Bigger Brother Lamp Mix in Black Polyethylene by Stefano Giovannoni

By Qeeboo, Stefano Giovannoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Stefano Giovannoni, the Golden Brothers and the Sweet Brothers are a family of portable lamp-characters which, reflecting a soft light on their body, enhance the plastici...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Patinated Bronze Arts & Crafts Table or Buffet Lamps with Metal Shades
Pair of Patinated Bronze Arts & Crafts Table or Buffet Lamps with Metal Shades

Pair of Patinated Bronze Arts & Crafts Table or Buffet Lamps with Metal Shades

By Ralph Lauren, Paul Ferrante

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

The dark bronze finish has developed a rich, time-softened patina that enhances the lamps' handcrafted character and architectural presence.

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20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Antique Italian Bronze Table Lamps in Japanese Style, Art Nouveau Period
Pair of Antique Italian Bronze Table Lamps in Japanese Style, Art Nouveau Period

Pair of Antique Italian Bronze Table Lamps in Japanese Style, Art Nouveau Period

Located in Milano, IT

Originally conceived most likely as candlesticks or incense holders, these pieces were later converted into electric table lamps, preserving their strong decorative and historical ch...

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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Modernist Hand-Blown Fluted Translucent Sea Green Hue Murano Glass Table Lamps
Modernist Hand-Blown Fluted Translucent Sea Green Hue Murano Glass Table Lamps

Modernist Hand-Blown Fluted Translucent Sea Green Hue Murano Glass Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

The hand-blown glass gives each lamp its unique character and elegant texture, with the fluting adding depth and visual intrigue.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Figural Table Lamp by Georges Van De Voorde, Signed, circa 1925
French Art Deco Figural Table Lamp by Georges Van De Voorde, Signed, circa 1925

French Art Deco Figural Table Lamp by Georges Van De Voorde, Signed, circa 1925

By Georges Van De Voorde

Located in Lisbon, PT

Georges Van De Voorde was known for decorative sculpture during the Art Deco period, and signed examples such as this are sought after for their combination of craftsmanship, period ...

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20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

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Marble, Metal

Large Ethnic-Style Ceramic Lamp Wrapped in Light Rope, Brass top
Large Ethnic-Style Ceramic Lamp Wrapped in Light Rope, Brass top

Large Ethnic-Style Ceramic Lamp Wrapped in Light Rope, Brass top

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

Whether used as a functional light source or as a decorative statement piece, it enhances the ambiance of any room with its unique style and character. Large ethnic-style rope lamp,...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Rope

Mid-Century Goffredo Reggiani Cube Italian Table Lamp in metal with a yellow light
Mid-Century Goffredo Reggiani Cube Italian Table Lamp in metal with a yellow light

Mid-Century Goffredo Reggiani Cube Italian Table Lamp in metal with a yellow light

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Milano, IT

The repeated circular motifs beautifully evoke the Space Age aesthetic, with its fascination for pure geometry, essential volumes, and futuristic design language. Enhancing the lamp...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970
Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970

Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970

By Andre Cazenave, Atelier A

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

Condition: Light traces visible on the exterior of the shell, adding to its character and authenticity. This lamp is often attributed to André Cazenave due to its resemblance to his...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Fiberglass

Monumental Mid Century Sculptural Table lamps attr. to Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970s
Monumental Mid Century Sculptural Table lamps attr. to Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970s

Monumental Mid Century Sculptural Table lamps attr. to Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970s

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Beograd, RS

The brass surfaces show light patina and small marks, contributing to their authentic character. When purchased the lamps will be carefully wrapped up and packed in a way to avoid a...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

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Character Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the character lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of brass, metal and ceramic, every character lamp was constructed with great care. Find 9 options for an antique or vintage character lamp now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect character lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A character lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Fratelli Toso each produced at least one beautiful character lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Character Lamp?

A character lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,275, while the lowest priced sells for $690 and the highest can go for as much as $6,323.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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