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Sistema Trepiù Floor Lamp by Gae Aulenti & Livio Castiglioni for Stilnovo Italy
By Gae Aulenti
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Rare & stunning Mid-Century "Sistema Trepiù" floor lamps. Collector item! Designed by Gae Aulenti
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Chrome

Rare Michel Armand “Ruche” Bronze Table Lamp, ca. 1970’s
By Michel Armand
Located in Hampstead, QC
quite rare and desirable for lamp collectors. It has a rich and beautiful patina, and, in our opinion
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Bronze

Vintage Coastal Bronze Shell Collector Lamps - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Illuminate your space with coastal elegance using this pair of Vintage Bronze Shell Collector Lamps
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Metal

Vintage collectors item Whitbread & Co lamp from the 1950s, UK
Located in Meulebeke, BE
United Kingdom / 1950 / Lamp / Whitbread & Co / ceramic, glass / Mid-century / Vintage A vintage
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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Ceramic, Glass

Collector French Ceramic Table Lamp by Norbert Pierlot in Ratilly
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Norbert Pierlot in Ratilly Famous and collector ceramic table lamp with brown ceramic glaze
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1960s Vintage Lamp Collectors

Sculptural 1960s–70s Aluminium Table Lamp – A Masterpiece of Italian Design
By New Lamp
Located in Weesp, NL
the style of the elusive and highly sought-after New Lamp, Rome. A true collector’s piece, this lamp
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Aluminum

Marbro Turned Glass Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Fulton, CA
lamps are collectible and sought after especially by certain knowledgeable collectors who are familiar
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Pair of Moss Lighting Co 1950s Black and White Acrylic Table Lamps
By Moss Lamp Co. 1
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
brass details, these lamps exude retro glamour. A true collector's find, these lamps will instantly
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Acrylic

Tony Paul for Westwood Brass & Ebonized Walnut Table Lamps, A Pair, 1950s
By Tony Paul, Westwood Lamps
Located in Culver City, CA
highly sought-after by collectors today. These lamps are not just lighting—they’re art, they’re history
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Rare Mid Century Sculptural Laurel Lamp Richard Barr 1960s Brancusi Brass Art
By Laurel Lamp Company, Richard Barr
Located in Peoria, AZ
never leaves collector's hands or appears in the marketplace. It is one of the most streamlined lamps
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Brass

Metallic Lamp
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Collonge-Bellerive, GE
good, preserving its historical and aesthetic appeal. This lamp is ideal for collectors, interior
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Metallic Lamp
Metallic Lamp
H 9.06 in W 18.31 in D 7.49 in
Vintage Satsuma Samurai Lamp
Located in Cincinnati, OH
charm, making this lamp perfect for collectors or those seeking a unique, historical accent piece.
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20th Century Asian Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Earthenware

Vintage Satsuma Samurai Lamp
Vintage Satsuma Samurai Lamp
H 28.5 in W 15 in D 13.5 in
Lighting / Floor Lamps / Art Deco Floor Lamp by Jindřich Halabala for Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
and high-quality craftsmanship, this lamp is a sought-after collector’s piece and a stylish addition
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Terra Cotta Monkey Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
collectors or those looking to bring a playful and artistic edge to their interiors, this lamp showcases a
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Late 20th Century American Rustic Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

Vintage Terra Cotta Monkey Lamp
Vintage Terra Cotta Monkey Lamp
H 22.5 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in
Mid Century Torch Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
vintage car collector. This lamp has a Franklin three way switch, in very good original condition. A
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Ettore Sottsass "Pausania" Table Lamp
By Artemide, Ettore Sottsass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Table lamps by the master! True collector's items from Italy. Available the pair.
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1980s Italian Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Aluminum

Ettore Sottsass "Pausania" Table Lamp
Ettore Sottsass "Pausania" Table Lamp
H 17 in W 19 in D 4.25 in
Vintage Jacques Adnet Quadro table lamp
By Jacques Adnet
Located in BARCELONA, ES
impeccable taste. As a collector’s piece, this lamp holds significant value. Jacques Adnet is celebrated for
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Jacques Adnet Quadro table lamp
Vintage Jacques Adnet Quadro table lamp
H 22.45 in W 23.63 in D 4.34 in
20th Century Italian Stilnovo table lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in RUEIL-MALMAISON, FR
light. A true collector piece, this lamp brings timeless Italian craftsmanship and modernist allure to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Phillip Lloyd Powell Lamp, 41"H
By Phillip Lloyd Powell
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
elegance to any interior. Acquired directly from the artist’s studio, this lamp offers collectors a rare
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Tiffany Studios Greek Key Floor Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Tiffany’s Glass, Bronzes, Lamps: A Complete Collector’s Guide, New York, 1971, pp. 112 (base model); 192, no
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20th Century American Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Glass

Tiffany Studios Greek Key Floor Lamp
Tiffany Studios Greek Key Floor Lamp
H 65 in W 22.25 in D 22.25 in
Adjustable Floor Lamp and Table Lamp Set in Wood and Brass with Glass Shades
Located in Antwerp, BE
stylish mid-century lamps. Perfect for collectors or anyone looking to add a touch of vintage elegance to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Malibu Lamps 1970s
Located in Buxton, GB
Add a touch of vintage charm to any room with these stunning Malibu lamps. These lamps boast a
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Chrome

Pair of Italian Malibu Lamps 1970s
Pair of Italian Malibu Lamps 1970s
H 19.3 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Steel Floor Lamp by Reggiani, 1970
By Reggiani, Nanda Vigo
Located in Conversano, IT
piece for collectors, the lamp is marked by the manufacturer under the base: Reggiani, Made in Italy. It
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Steel

Space Age Murano Glass table Lamp 1970s
Located in BARCELONA, ES
vintage collector’s item, this lamp holds significant value. Murano glass lighting from the 1970s remains
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Metal

Mid Century Metal Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant table lamp from the 1960s is a stunning example of Italian mid-century modern design
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Metal Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Mid Century Metal Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
H 15.75 in W 12.6 in D 11.03 in
Brass and Glass Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This exquisite table lamp from 1960s Italy is a true mid-century masterpiece, combining clear glass
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Metal, Brass

Brass and Glass Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
-century modern design, this Italian table lamp is perfect for collectors and design enthusiasts alike
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass, Metal

Vintage Regency Italian Reverse Painted Glass Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
Cupid and the Ladies. Another lamp from the same collector also available. Acquired from a Palm Beach
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Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Vintage Lamp Collectors

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Glass, Paint

Horse Bust Table Lamp, Signed Gucci, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Palm Desert, CA
exterior and silver interior. This would make for a stylish desk lamp. A real collectors piece, this lamp
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Red Atomic Tripod Table Lamp 1950's Italy
Located in Lisboa, PT
, showing its authenticity and period correctness. This is not just a lamp, but a collector’s accent—ideal
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1950s Italian Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Brass

Canary yellow table lamp, 1960s German space age
Located in San Francisco, US
aesthetics. A true collector's piece, this lamp represents the technological optimism and design innovation
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Pair of Shagreen Porcelain Vases, Now as Lamps
By R & Y Augousti
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
texture, elegance, and unique design. These lamps are ideal for collectors and lovers of timeless decor
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Lucite Harvey Guzzini Table Lamps Italy, 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini, Luigi Massoni
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Harvey Guzzini, a pioneer of Italian design, these lamps are a true collector's item and bring a stylish
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Stainless Steel

Large Blue Fips Design Lamp Tintin Harry Grieshaber Interconcept
Located in Poperinge, BE
art lamp, a true design classic, these lamps have a high collector's value, they are available in
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Late 20th Century German Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Plastic

1950s Oscar Torlasco Lumi Italian Design Midcentury Table Lamp
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in BARCELONA, ES
lighting designers, this lamp is a rare collector’s item that embodies the golden era of modernist lighting
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Lalique style Art Deco Nickeled Brass Table Lamp, 1920s
Located in Lisbon, PT
working order, this lamp is both a collector’s piece and a sophisticated addition to any vintage-inspired
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Nickel

1950s Murano Glass Table Lamp attributed to Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Florence, Tuscany
A beautiful turquoise Murano glass and brass table lamp attributed to Fontana Arte. This
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1950s Italian Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Modern Table Lamps Signed
Located in Dallas, TX
pieces will add a splash of vintage charm to your decor. Each lamp is a true collector's item, signed by
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Ceramic

Arlus Mid-Century Decorative Floor Lamp, circa 1960, France.
By Arlus
Located in Brussels, BE
metal, brass details. Rewired. Two E22 bulbs. Dimensions: 103 cm H, 18 cm W, 24 cm D. Collector lamp in
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Mezzachimera" Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1969
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
interior, this table lamp is perfect for collectors and design enthusiasts alike. Its elegant form and
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

BD Lumica Bicolore brass Table Lamp , Spain 1970
By BD Lumica
Located in La xara, VC
Design's products, including BD Lumica lamps, are often considered collector's items. Owning one can be a
Category

1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

BD Lumica Bicolore brass Table Lamp , Spain 1970
By BD Lumica
Located in La xara, VC
Design's products, including BD Lumica lamps, are often considered collector's items. Owning one can be a
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1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Marcello Fantoni Lamp, Ceramic, Green, Yellow, Earth Tones, 1970s
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in South Jordan, UT
Sgraffito detailing in the lamp body make this an outstanding lamp for any collector. The Finial is made of
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Jade

Deadstock President Lamp Jo Hammerborg Fog & Morup, Denmark
By Jo Hammerborg, Fog and Morup, Fog & Mørup
Located in Mortsel, BE
timeless appeal. Today, the 'President' lamp is sought after by collectors and design enthusiasts
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Glass Mushroom Table Lamp by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
design, is both functional and visually captivating. A true collector’s item, this lamp combines rarity
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Murano Glass

Mid-Century Shell Shaped Brass Table Lamp , 1960s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
positioning, making it both functional and stylish. This rare, one-of-a-kind lamp is a collector’s dream—a
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Large Glass Mushroom Table Lamp by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This extraordinary mushroom-shaped lamp, crafted by Glashütte Limburg in the 1970s, is a rare find
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Murano Glass

Gino Sarfatti 1045/67 floor lamp Arteluce Italy 1967
By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Introducing the are highly rare mid-century modern design: the iconic Floor Lamp Model 1045/67, a
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Table lamp Bugia by Giuseppe Cormio for iGuzzini, 1970s
By Giuseppe Cormio
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Dive into the enchanting world of 1970s Italian design with the Harveiluce iGuzzini Bugia Lamp
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

"Pac Man" Arco Floor Lamp by Superstudio for Poltronova - 1970s
By Poltronova, Superstudio
Located in Uccle, BE
rarity, this lamp is a popular collector's item. Normal age-related signs of use contribute to the
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1960s Reggiani Ivory Eyeball Lamp - MCM Design Italian Lighting
By Goffredo Reggiani, Reggiani
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
A timeless icon of 1960s Italian design, this Eyeball Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani can be used as a
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

Aldo van den Nieuwelaar Ming table lamp Nila 1968
By Aldo van den Nieuwelaar
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Extremely rare modernist table lamp designed by Aldo van den Nieuwelaar and manufactured by Nila
Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Plastic, Plexiglass

Very Large Glass Mushroom Table Lamp by Limburg, Germany, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This extraordinary mushroom-shaped lamp, crafted by Glashütte Limburg in the 1970s, is a rare find
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Murano Glass

Space Age Vintage Chromed Sputnik Table Lamp Sciolari 1960s Italy
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
lamp in good condition with minor signs of age and use. This table lamp is perfect for collectors and
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1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

Newlamp Obelisk floor lamp designed by Gianfranco Fini and Fabrizio Cocchia
By Gianfranco Fini and Fabrizio Cocchia
Located in Oirlo, LI
Rare 1969 Newlamp Floor Lamp – A Collector’s Masterpiece High-impact lamp, a floor lamp almost two
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Lamps unique model by Marian Zawadski Tilgmans Sweden 1965 Signed
By Marian Zawadzki
Located in Paris, FR
design elements. A true collector's item, these lamps are a testament to mid-century Scandinavian
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Ceramic

Barbier Style French Space Age Brass Table Lamp (Without Lampshade)
By Maison Barbier
Located in Prato, Tuscany
sought after by collectors. Our lamp stands out for its modern and contemporary design, which is both
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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

signed nessen Studio Walter Von Nessen Brass Swing Arm Table Lamp
By Nessen Lighting, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
functional desk or table lamp but also a refined collector's item — perfect for adding a touch of Mid-Century
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Brass

Rare 'Tube' Orange Lamp by Targetti Sankey - MCM Italian Design Icon
By Targetti Sankey
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
design lovers and vintage collectors, this lamp is a true statement piece of the era. item. table lamp
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Metal

Italian Stilnovo Counterbalance Floor Lamp with Stamped Marble Base, Circa 1960.
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lamp is both a collector’s piece and a functional statement in any modern interior. Reference:T
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1960s Italian Vintage Lamp Collectors

Materials

Marble

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Vintage Lamp Collectors For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of vintage lamp collectors available for sale. Each of these unique vintage lamp collectors was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Vintage lamp collectors have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco vintage lamp collectors are consistently popular styles. Vintage lamp collectors have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by O-Luce, Giuseppe Ostuni and Stilux are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Lamp Collectors?

Prices for vintage lamp collectors start at $90 and top out at $355,000 with the average selling for $3,153.

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.

Questions About Vintage Lamp Collectors
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.

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