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Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Nils Thorssen for Fog and Mørup
Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Nils Thorssen for Fog and Mørup

Pair of Mid Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Nils Thorssen for Fog and Mørup

By Nils Thorsson

Located in Søborg, DK

A pair of Classic Mid Century ceramic table lamp by Nils Thorsson for Fog and Mørup Royal

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 1950s Borghese Gilt Lamps
Pair of 1950s Borghese Gilt Lamps

Pair of 1950s Borghese Gilt Lamps

Located in Charlottesville, VA

Classic pair of Borghese-style table lamps with carved and gilded urn-form bases. The fluted

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Giltwood, Plaster

Glistening Large Waterford Crystal Pineapple Lamp
Glistening Large Waterford Crystal Pineapple Lamp

Glistening Large Waterford Crystal Pineapple Lamp

By Waterford Crystal

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classic large crystal Waterford table lamps having pineapple shape and large silk shades. 3 way

Category

Early 2000s American Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Fiberglass Desk Lamp from USA
Fiberglass Desk Lamp from USA

Fiberglass Desk Lamp from USA

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Classic form midcentury table or desk lamp consisting of a green fiberglass spherical shade

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp

Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Peacock Feathers Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Discover the exotic elegance of this vintage Asian-inspired table lamp. The classic baluster vase

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Urn Lamps
Pair of Tommi Parzinger Urn Lamps

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Urn Lamps

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A pair of classic Hollywood Regency table lamps by Tommi Parzinger, Lightolier. Silverplate

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Maurice Dufrene Small Gilt Bronze Lamp
Maurice Dufrene Small Gilt Bronze Lamp

Maurice Dufrene Small Gilt Bronze Lamp

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco small table lamp in sculpted gilt bronze, circa 1920, by Maurice Dufrene. 6

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Spring-balanced mid-century desk lamp by Ledu, Sweden
Spring-balanced mid-century desk lamp by Ledu, Sweden

Spring-balanced mid-century desk lamp by Ledu, Sweden

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Spring-balanced articulated desk lamp by Ledu, Sweden, mid-century. Classic Scandinavian table lamp

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Elegant Ceramic and Walnut Lamp by Martz
Elegant Ceramic and Walnut Lamp by Martz

Elegant Ceramic and Walnut Lamp by Martz

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A Classic and elegant table lamp by Martz studios.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of 1970's White Ceramic Pineapple Lamps
Pair of 1970's White Ceramic Pineapple Lamps

Pair of 1970's White Ceramic Pineapple Lamps

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

A classic and iconic decorative table lamps in the shape of pineapples. Made in Italy in the 70s in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Space Age White Glass Table, Italy 70s
Space Age White Glass Table, Italy 70s

Space Age White Glass Table, Italy 70s

Located in Lucija, SI

Classic Italian space age table lamp made in glass and chrome parts Italy 70s Perfect conditions

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Fauna Lamp Eclectic Light Blue by Brass Brothers & Co.

Fauna Lamp Eclectic Light Blue by Brass Brothers & Co.

By Bronzetto

Located in Milan, IT

The Fauna Ornamental Table Lamp with classic style brass heron and bamboo stem is embellished by

Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960s Optima table from Fog Morup , Denmark
1960s Optima table from Fog Morup , Denmark

1960s Optima table from Fog Morup , Denmark

By Hans Due, Fog & Mørup

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Classic Fog & Morup Optima 2 table lamp made in the 60s in Denmark in chocolate brown . Slide

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Ateljé Lyktan Cream White "Stekpannan" Pehrson Lamp, 1960s
Ateljé Lyktan Cream White "Stekpannan" Pehrson Lamp, 1960s

Ateljé Lyktan Cream White "Stekpannan" Pehrson Lamp, 1960s

By Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A sophisticated Swedish Classic. The "Stekpannan" table lamp in cream white lacquered metal was

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Vintage Asian Blue and White Ceramic Lamps - a Pair
Vintage Asian Blue and White Ceramic Lamps - a Pair

Vintage Asian Blue and White Ceramic Lamps - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fabulous pair of vintage Asian table lamps. A classic Gardenia design in thr iconic blue and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Forged Iron Lamp with Müller Freres Shade
Art Deco Forged Iron Lamp with Müller Freres Shade

Art Deco Forged Iron Lamp with Müller Freres Shade

By Muller Frères

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco table lamp by Mueller Freres, circa 1925, in hand forged iron with molded

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cherub Putti Lamps Resin Cast in Beige Stone Effect
Pair of Cherub Putti Lamps Resin Cast in Beige Stone Effect

Pair of Cherub Putti Lamps Resin Cast in Beige Stone Effect

Located in Lomita, CA

cherubic table lamps that is priceless. The lamps rest on stands with resin-cast bodies. The stands are

Category

Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Resin

Plaster moulded and decorated Cherub Lamp Circa 1930's Grey Velvet look shade
Plaster moulded and decorated Cherub Lamp Circa 1930's Grey Velvet look shade

Plaster moulded and decorated Cherub Lamp Circa 1930's Grey Velvet look shade

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

space with this elegant white table lamp. The classic cherub design seamlessly blends with various decor

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

1960s Art Nouveau Desk Lamp by Christopher Wray, Brass & Glass, England
1960s Art Nouveau Desk Lamp by Christopher Wray, Brass & Glass, England

1960s Art Nouveau Desk Lamp by Christopher Wray, Brass & Glass, England

By Christopher Wray

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a classic desk or table lamp, handmade by Christopher Wray, London England. The lamp has

Category

Vintage 1960s British Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Post Modern Roxter Eyeball Spotlight Desk Lamp Model 7039, circa 1970s
Post Modern Roxter Eyeball Spotlight Desk Lamp Model 7039, circa 1970s

Post Modern Roxter Eyeball Spotlight Desk Lamp Model 7039, circa 1970s

By Roxter Lighting

Located in New York, NY

Cool architectural, classic eyeball, spotlight, style desk, table lamp(s) which can also mount to

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Seventies Interlocking Art Glass Work by Barbini, Italy
Seventies Interlocking Art Glass Work by Barbini, Italy

Seventies Interlocking Art Glass Work by Barbini, Italy

By Alfredo Barbini, Barbini

Located in Antwerp, BE

1970's.This is quite an impressive large authentic 1bulbs 1970's classic tiered Murano glass table lamp

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Atollo 233 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce
Atollo 233 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce

Atollo 233 Satin Black Nickel by Vico Magistretti for Oluce

By Oluce, Vico Magistretti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Compasso d’Oro Award, completely revolutionised the way of imagining the classic bedside table lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Atollo 238 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce
Atollo 238 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce

Atollo 238 Satin Black Nickel by Vico Magistretti for Oluce

By Oluce, Vico Magistretti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Compasso d’Oro Award, completely revolutionised the way of imagining the classic bedside table lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Atollo 239 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce
Atollo 239 Satin Black Nickel by  Vico Magistretti for Oluce

Atollo 239 Satin Black Nickel by Vico Magistretti for Oluce

By Oluce, Vico Magistretti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Compasso d’Oro Award, completely revolutionised the way of imagining the classic bedside table lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Classic Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann of Austria Fledermaus Lamp / End Table
Classic Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann of Austria Fledermaus Lamp / End Table

Classic Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann of Austria Fledermaus Lamp / End Table

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Buffalo, NY

This is a Secessionist 'Fledermaus' Table, initially designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann of

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Aesthetic Movement Tables

Materials

Brass

Loffredo Ferdinando Italian Midcentury Table Lamp
Loffredo Ferdinando Italian Midcentury Table Lamp

Loffredo Ferdinando Italian Midcentury Table Lamp

By Ferdinando Loffredo

Located in bari, IT

A Classic from the 1970s table lamp Italian production.  

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Frederick Cooper Brass Table Floor Lamp
1960s Frederick Cooper Brass Table Floor Lamp

1960s Frederick Cooper Brass Table Floor Lamp

By Frederick Cooper

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Born in Chicago 1960s Frederick Cooper brass table floor lamp. Classic mid century styling. Table

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Brass Wood Table Floor Lamp White After Gerald Thurston Lightolier
Rare Brass Wood Table Floor Lamp White After Gerald Thurston Lightolier

Rare Brass Wood Table Floor Lamp White After Gerald Thurston Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Peoria, AZ

AFTER GERALD THURSTON MID CENTURY TABLE FLOOR LAMP CLASSIC DESIGN WHITE & GOLD FINISH! ( 1958

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp Lento by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp Lento by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp Lento by Jo Hammerborg for Fog and Morup

By Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup

Located in Vienna, AT

& Morup, Jo Hammerborg designed this classic nordic table lamp which has become an icon for the 60s danish

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid Century Temde Table Lamp Turned Wood Block, 1970's, Switzerland/Germany
Mid Century Temde Table Lamp Turned Wood Block, 1970's, Switzerland/Germany

Mid Century Temde Table Lamp Turned Wood Block, 1970's, Switzerland/Germany

By Temde Leuchten

Located in Andernach, DE

Expressive and very classic 1970s table or floor lamp by Temde Leuchten, one of the famous German

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Rare solid pair of french 1970s table lamps crafted in brass and travertine.
Rare solid pair of french 1970s table lamps crafted in brass and travertine.

Rare solid pair of french 1970s table lamps crafted in brass and travertine.

By (after) Jean Michel Frank

Located in København K, 84

timeless aesthetic that blends seamlessly into both classic and contemporary interiors. These table lamps

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Pair of Mid-Century Brass Tubular Side Table Bases
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Tubular Side Table Bases

Pair of Mid-Century Brass Tubular Side Table Bases

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-Century Pair of Brass Contemporary End Lamp Tables. Classic modern pair of end tables. This set

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Fontana Arte Italy Vintage 1960s Midcentury Original Painted Glass Wall Art
Fontana Arte Italy Vintage 1960s Midcentury Original Painted Glass Wall Art

Fontana Arte Italy Vintage 1960s Midcentury Original Painted Glass Wall Art

By Fontana Arte

Located in Palm Springs, CA

remain among the company’s signature works, including the orb-atop-cone Bilia table lamp and the 0024

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Paintings

Materials

Glass

Pair Of Italian Fontana Arte Attributed Beveled Mirrors
Pair Of Italian Fontana Arte Attributed Beveled Mirrors

Pair Of Italian Fontana Arte Attributed Beveled Mirrors

By Fontana Arte, Pietro Chiesa, Cristal Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Houston, TX

remain among the company’s signature works, including the orb-atop-cone Bilia table lamp and the 0024

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Wall Mirror by Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti Attributed Golden Metal Frame
Midcentury Wall Mirror by Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti Attributed Golden Metal Frame

Midcentury Wall Mirror by Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti Attributed Golden Metal Frame

By Fontana Arte, Gio Ponti

Located in Vigonza, Padua

remain among the company’s signature works, including the orb-atop-cone Bilia table lamp and the 0024

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Brushed Nickel
Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Brushed Nickel

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Brushed Nickel

By Workstead

Located in Floyd, VA

A fixed, wall-mounted version of our classic HELIOS TABLE LAMP, this ADA compliant fixture is a

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze
Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hand Finished Bronze

By Workstead

Located in Floyd, VA

A fixed, wall-mounted version of our classic HELIOS TABLE LAMP, this ADA compliant fixture is a

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hewn Brass
Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hewn Brass

Workstead Helios ADA Sconce in Hewn Brass

By Workstead

Located in Floyd, VA

A fixed, wall-mounted version of our classic HELIOS TABLE LAMP, this ADA compliant fixture is a

Category

2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Pair of French Victorian Bronze Table Lamps
Pair of French Victorian Bronze Table Lamps

Pair of French Victorian Bronze Table Lamps

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of French Victorian bronze table lamps with classic figures supporting urn on onyx base.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

"3247" White Frosted Blown Glass Floor Lamp Designed by FontanaArte
"3247" White Frosted Blown Glass Floor Lamp Designed by FontanaArte

"3247" White Frosted Blown Glass Floor Lamp Designed by FontanaArte

By Fontana Arte

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"3247" is a floor lamp, coming from the classic table lamp called "3247TA", originally designed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Isco Japan, Hand Painted Vintage Classic Table Lamps, Pair
Isco Japan, Hand Painted Vintage Classic Table Lamps, Pair

Isco Japan, Hand Painted Vintage Classic Table Lamps, Pair

Located in Austin, TX

Isco, Japanese White Porcelain, 14 K Gold Design, with Classic Traditional Swan Handles. Shown

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Clamp in Aluminum
Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Clamp in Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Clamp in Aluminum

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

balance and movement, the Tolomeo table lamp is designed for a fully adjustable direction of light

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Imagin Classic Table Lamp in Brushed Brass and Fabric Shade
Imagin Classic Table Lamp in Brushed Brass and Fabric Shade

Imagin Classic Table Lamp in Brushed Brass and Fabric Shade

By Imagin London

Located in Leighton Buzzard, GB

This table lamp is a modern take on tradition. Beautifully crafted with elegant materials including

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in White
Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in White

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in White

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

balance and movement, the Tolomeo table lamp is designed for a fully adjustable direction of light

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Black
Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Black

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Black

By Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide, Michele de Lucchi

Located in Hicksville, NY

balance and movement, the Tolomeo table lamp is designed for a fully adjustable direction of light

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Aluminum
Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Classic Table Lamp with Inset Pivot in Aluminum

By Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide, Michele de Lucchi

Located in Hicksville, NY

balance and movement, the Tolomeo table lamp is designed for a fully adjustable direction of light

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tizio HAL Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper
Artemide Tizio HAL Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper

Artemide Tizio HAL Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper

By Artemide, Richard Sapper

Located in Hicksville, NY

created the Tizio desk lamp for Artemide in 1972. This now-classic design has gone on to become one of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tizio LED 30K Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper
Artemide Tizio LED 30K Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper

Artemide Tizio LED 30K Classic Table Lamp in Black by Richard Sapper

By Richard Sapper, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

created the Tizio desk lamp for Artemide in 1972. This now-Classic design has gone on to become one of the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide TIZIO LED Classic Table Lamp in Black w/ Floor Support by Richard Sappe

Artemide TIZIO LED Classic Table Lamp in Black w/ Floor Support by Richard Sappe

By Richard Sapper, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

1972, the lamp is built with two counterweights allowing the user to direct the light at will. The lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Artemide TIZIO HAL Classic Table Lamp in Black w/ Floor Support by Richard Sappe

Artemide TIZIO HAL Classic Table Lamp in Black w/ Floor Support by Richard Sappe

By Artemide, Richard Sapper

Located in Hicksville, NY

1972, the lamp is built with two counterweights allowing the user to direct the light at will. The lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Original Kaiser-Idell Table Lamp, Cream White, 1950s
Original Kaiser-Idell Table Lamp, Cream White, 1950s

Original Kaiser-Idell Table Lamp, Cream White, 1950s

Located in Zurich, Zurich

Restored: The Classic; Table lamp Original Kaiser-Idell, cream white, 1950s, design: Christian Dell

Category

Vintage 1950s German Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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Classic Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of classic table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, all classic table lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 4434 antique and vintage classic table lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 1306 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Classic table lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of classic table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco classic table lamps are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made classic table lamps over the years, but those made by Multiforme, Artemide and Oluce are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Classic Table Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,652, while they’re typically $38 on the low end and $65,000 highest priced.

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 Classic Table Lamps
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.