Vintage Regency Staffordshire Dog Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this stunning pair of vintage Staffordshire dog lamps. Featuring the
Late 20th Century American Regency Dog Lamp Vintage
Metal
Vintage Regency Staffordshire Dog Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this stunning pair of vintage Staffordshire dog lamps. Featuring the
Metal
1940s Van Briggle Dog Lamp With Serena & Lily Shade
By Van Briggle
Located in Charleston, SC
Rare and wonderful Van Briggle Pottery lamp in blue with a sweet puppy dog. Lamp has been
Metal
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
A wonderful pair of vintage Chinese Foo dog statues converted into small table lamps. These dog
Ceramic
1970s Chinoiserie Carved Wood Foo Dog Lamps by Sarreid Ltd.
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of carved wood Foo Dog lamps by Sarreid of Spain. Shaped black paper lamp shades with gold
Wood
1940s Chinoiserie Celadon Porcelain Foo Dog Lamp, Custom Shade
Located in Miami, FL
1940s Chinoiserie Celadon Porcelain Foo Dog Lamp, Custom Shade Offered for sale is an early 20th
Metal, Brass
$1,450 / set
H 25.25 in W 9.25 in D 6.25 in
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Staffordshire Dog Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of vintage Staffordshire dog lamps brings timeless regency style to your
Metal
Pair of 1950s Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Foo dogs are great. But even better as lamps. And here is a pair.
Ceramic
Vintage Asian Textured Foo Dog Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Guard your interiors with style and serenity using this striking pair of vintage white Foo Dog
Brass
Gold Bronze "Foo Dog" Lamps, Shade in Real Parchment, 1950
Located in Milano, IT
Bronze "Foo Dog" (31 x 35 H 55) lamps, shade in real parchment cm 60 x 45 H 50, bronze sculpture
$1,530 / set
H 24.02 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Pair Of Ceramic Foo Dog Lamps With Bespoke Pagoda/Empire Style Shades
Located in Bruton, GB
A striking pair of vintage Foo Dog table lamps featuring richly glazed ceramic guardian lions in a
Ceramic, Silk
$2,880Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 39 in W 11.25 in D 6 in
Pair of James Mont Gilt Foo Dog Lamps on Cerused Oak Bases
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of Mont lamps, gilt foo dogs, mounted on cerused oak bases. These lamps include the
Giltwood, Oak
$1,150 / set
H 26 in W 7.5 in D 5 in
Vintage Blanc de Chine Foo Dog Table Lamps, Porcelain, Circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of Blanc de Chine Chinese Foo Dog Lamps with new shades.
Porcelain
$2,958 / set
H 18.9 in W 5.12 in D 3.55 in
William "billy" Haines style table lamps Chinese Fu Dog around 1970
By William Billy Haines
Located in Paris, IDF
Pair of Vintage Chinese Fu Dog Lamp William "billy" Haines style 1970 made of blue turquoise
Ceramic
$1,881 / set
H 24.41 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
Pair Of Chinese Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Table Lamps Foo Dogs , Italy, 1970
Located in Nicolosi, IT
Pair of 1970s blue ceramic foo dog lamps vintage chinese This elegant pair of 1950s ceramic Foo Dog
Ceramic, Fabric
$795
H 31.75 in Dm 8.5 in
Mid-Century Asian Modern Solid Brass Foo Dog On Ginger Jar Table Lamp By Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a striking solid brass lamp by The Marbro Lamp Company that depicts a foo dog perched on a
Brass
Staffordshire Dog Table Lamp with Botanical Fern Lampshade, England
Located in Brentwood, TN
An English Staffordshire dog table lamp with handmade botanical fern lampshade, sourced from a
Porcelain
Vintage Chinoiserie Orange Porcelain Ceramic Foo Dog Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Orange Porcelain Ceramic Foo Dog Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century
Ceramic
1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp on wooden base (painted
Metal
1960s Carved Wood Foo Dog Table Lamp on a Curved Wood Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Carved Wood Foo Dog Table Lamp On A Curved Wood Base Height is 23 to top of thread where
Wood
$4,500
H 33 in W 18 in D 10 in
Rare Yasha Heifetz Modernist Cerused Oak Abstract Dog Table Lamp USA 1950s
By Heifetz, Yasha Heifetz
Located in Troy, MI
A rare table lamp designed by Yasha Heifetz circa 1950s Titled "The Puppy" Abstract form sculpted
Fiberglass, Oak
$2,250 / set
H 37 in W 8 in D 8 in
Vintage Chinoiserie James Mont Style Bronze Chinese Foo Dog Table Lamps (B) Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie James Mont Style Bronze Chinese Foo Dog Figural Table Lamps (B) - a Pair. Circa
Brass
$2,250 / set
H 39 in W 8 in D 8 in
Vintage Chinoiserie James Mont Style Brass Chinese Foo Dog Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie James Mont Style Brass Chinese Foo Dog Table Lamps a Pair. Circa Mid 20th
Brass
$900
H 33 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Blue and White Lucky Foo Dog and Coral Chinoiserie Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Large chinoiserie style blue and white porcelain ginger jar table lamp mounted on Ming style brass
Brass
$1,300
H 7.5 in W 6.5 in D 4 in
Art Déco German Painted Porcelain Foo Dog Perfume Lamp/Incense Burner by Aerozon
By Aerozon
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Déco german hand-painted glazed porcelain foo dog perfume lamp/incense burner by Aerozon By
Enamel
$1,436Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 19 in Dm 9.5 in
Pair Chinese Export Blue & White Porcelain Exotic Florals & Foo Dog Medallions
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Chinese Export Blue & White Porcelain Exotic Florals & Foo Dog Medallions, China, 20th Century
Brass
$396Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 18.25 in W 4 in D 5.5 in
Decorative Chinese Flying Foo Dogs Carved Wooden Base Table Lamps
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
as bedside lamps, living room accent pieces, or statement additions to an office, these Foo Dog table
Ceramic, Fruitwood
$3,600 / set
H 33 in Dm 6.5 in
A pair of Mid-Century Tall Carved Wood Relief Lamps With Leather and Fur Shades
Located in Charleston, SC
exactly like this, see the carved dragon or foo dog head on each lamp. Carved with highly detailed relief
Fur, Leather, Linen, Wood
$2,591
H 8.67 in W 10.63 in D 1.19 in
Peter Martensen Oil Painting on Wood "Man with Dog in the Light of Street Lamp"
Located in Kastrup, DK
Peter Martensen b. 1953. Oil color on wood (Dimensions without frame: 22 x 24). "Man with dog In
Wood
Unavailable
Mercury glass bull dog lamp
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Mercury glass bull dog lamp
Mercury Glass, Wood
Pair of Carved Foo Dog Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of red, black, and gold carved wood foo dog lamps with Chinese script on a chrome base.
Wood
Pair of Carved Cast Stone Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Hamburg, DE
Pair of cast stone foo dog lamps. Very nice carving, new wiring. Silk covered pagoda shade. Lamps
Cast Stone
Dog Lamp by Fernando Cassetta
Located in Princeton, NJ
Store closing-- last day is 7/31. Offers welcome! Whimsical and rare Italian table lamp or
Plastic
Unavailable
H 14 in W 6 in D 14 in
Pair of Adorable George Nelson for Fischer Price Modernist Dog Lamps
By Fischer Price, George Nelson
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Unusual pair of enameled metal dog face lamps with adjustable gooseneck shades. The great doggie
"Temple Dog" Sculpture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
ceramic "Temple Dog" lamp. Shown in the book "Sascha Brastoff" by Steve Conti, on page 264 and the lamp on
Wood
Unavailable
H 32 in W 11.5 in D 10.5 in
Great and Rare Cenedese Murano Glass Drunk Clown and Angel Dog on Lamp Post Lamp
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Created by Gino Cenedese in the 1950s this is an amazing handblown clown climbing up a street lamp
Lampe Rufus The Dog par Fernando Cassetta pour Tacman
Located in PONT-AUDEMER, FR
Description : Lampe Chien "Rufus the Dog" dessiné par Fernando Cassetta pour Tacman Dimensions
Plastic
Lampe Rufus The Dog par Fernando Cassetta pour Tacman
Located in PONT-AUDEMER, FR
Description : Lampe Chien "Rufus the Dog" dessiné par Fernando Cassetta pour Tacman Dimensions
Plastic
Pair of Chinese Brass Urns Mounted as Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Chinese brass urns mounted as lamps with foo dog and bale handles.
Brass
Unavailable
H 18.12 in W 5.91 in D 8.67 in
Midcentury Italian Bulldog Dog in Style of Fornasetti with Original Shade
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Italian Bulldog Lamp in the Fornasetti style with bright, Original Shade, in excellent condition
Porcelain
1970s Torino Dog Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1970s chromed steel, glass eyes and Lucite ears dog lamp Edited by Torino.
Chrome
Cracele ceramic Fu Dog lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cracele ceramic Fu Dog lamp. Tripod base. Tony Duquette in spirit...
Ceramic, Silk
Pair of Turquoise Foo Dog Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of turquoise foo dog lamps with shades.
Ceramic
A Charming Pair of Dog Lamps
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A charming pair of dog lamps attributed to B.Lacroix.
Metal
Pair of Ceramic Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Pair of hand-thrown ceramic Foo dog lamps, American 1970's
Small Gilt Metal Foo Dog Lamp, 1950s
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Small gilt metal Foo Dog lamp, 1950s.
Metal
Pair of Vintage Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Norwalk, CT
A particularly charming pair of Foo dog lamps, circa 1960s. Quality lamp conversion on these
Pair of Turquoise Ceramic Foo Dog Lamps, SALE
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional pair of Turquoise Blue ceramic Foo Dog lamps on scrolled Rosewood bases with black
Ceramic
Vintage Bronze Foo Dog Lamps by Remington Lighting
Located in Houston, TX
The dramatic bronze Foo Dog Lamps by Remington Lighting exude a majestic presence, blending
Bronze
Pair of Carved Wood Foo Dog Lamps of Black Painted Bases
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Small pair of carved wood Foo Dog lamps on black painted bases with black paper shades.
Gilt Foo Dog Lamps in the Manner of Tony Duquette, circa 1940s
By Tony Duquette
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of gilt Foo dog lamps, in the manner of Tony Duquette, circa 1940s. The foo dogs themselves
Metal
Large Scale Dog Lamp
Located in Seattle, WA
concrete dog sculpture made into lamp. topped with custom tweed shade
Concrete, Metal
Sold
H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
Iconic Rufus Dog Lamp by Fernando Cassetta for Tacman Manara, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Designed in the 1970s by Fernando Cassetta for Tacman Manara, the Rufus the Dog lamp is a standout
Plastic
French Art Deco Alsatian Dog Lamp, circa 1930
Located in Toronto, Ontario
French Art Deco Alsatian dog lamp, circa 1930. The lamp with a spelter sculpture of an Alsatian on
Solid Wood Carved "Fu Dog" Lamps
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare pair of hand carved wood lamps with individual Fu Dog heads as base. Carved from a solid tree
Wood
A Pair of Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A pair of monumental blanc de chine Foo Dogs on custom bases French mounted as lamps with original
Pair Polychrome Porcelain Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Multicolored porcelain Chinese foo dogs mounted as lamps, with new custom silk shades and original
Brass
Pair Polychrome Porcelain Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Multicolored porcelain Chinese foo dogs mounted as lamps, with new custom silk shades and original
Brass
Beautiful Glazed Ceramic Foo Dog Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
The colorful palate of these amazing glazed lamps boasts hues of golden yellow, jade green, lapis
Brass
Pair of 1960s Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Pomona, CA
Wonderful pair of Chinese wood carved foo dogs. The base is a custom-made wood shape of the foo dogs. The price is for the pair.
Wood
Sold
H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
Pair of Rufus Dog Lamps by Fernando Cassetta for Tacman, New Old Stock 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Introduce a statement of 1970s design to your space with this pair of Rufus the Dog lamps by
Plastic
Pair of Blue and White Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two stylish matched foo dog motif lamps having blue and white coloration, ebonized black wooden
Pair of Blanc de Chine Foo Dog Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Two super stylish white porcelain foo dog sculptural lamps with fabulous ornately pleated custom
Porcelain
Pair of Figural Dog Lamps by Jean Boris LaCroix
By Jean Boris Lacroix
Located in Highland, IN
This playful pair of puppy lamps by Jean Boris LaCroix are whimsical illuminated sculptures of bent
Metal
Pair of Gilded Foo Dog lamps attributed to James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of gilded carved wood foo dogs on cerused oak bases attributed to James Mont.
Sold
H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
Rufus Dog Lamp by Fernando Cassetta for Tacman Manara in Orange, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
. table lamp, desk lamp designer. Fernando Cassetta maker. Tacman Manara model. Rufus the Dog period
Plastic
Sold
H 7.88 in W 4.34 in D 3.55 in
Iconic Rufus Dog Lamp by Fernando Cassetta for Tacman Manara in Blue, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
. table lamp, desk lamp designer. Fernando Cassetta maker. Tacman Manara model. Rufus the Dog period
Plastic
Pair George Nelson Boy and Girl Cartoon Dog Table Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
These George Nelson cartoon dog lamps with their comical cartoon faces and pastel with salmon
Metal
Pair of Glaze Ceramic Foo Dogs Lamps
Located in Bellport, NY
Charming Pair of very colorful ceramic foo dog lamps.
Foo Dog Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Table Lamps with Pagoda Shades- a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of Turquoise glazed porcelain Foo Dog Table Lamps. Amazing custom wood bases and iron
Porcelain
Pair of Billy Haines Style Lamps
By William Billy Haines
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of blue and white Foo dog lamps in the style of Billy Haines, circa 1980. Dimensions: Height
Porcelain, Wood
Jean Boris Lacroix dog table lamp Disderot France 1950
By Jean Boris Lacroix, Disderot
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare dog lamp designed by Jean Boris Lacroix and manufactured by Disderot in France in 1950. Extra
Aluminum
Dog Shaped Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1960s Italian plaster and glass dog shaped lamp. Available in our 241 East 60th Street
Foo Dog Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of hand-painted Chinese Foo Dog table lamps from Itlay with their original shades. 12
Rare Dog Desk Lamp
By Philippe Starck
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Plastic table lamp circa 1990s Color of the top of the head changed to clear yellow the rest is
Plastic
Foo Dog Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940 Italian table lamps in the shape of Foo dogs on pedestals. 15" height of body
Vintage Ceramic Blue Foo Dog/Lion Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage ceramic blue foo dog/lion table lamp. No shade, distressed look with great patina.
Ceramic
50's Green Dog Faience Head Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. Wooden base . Green faience .1950
Art Deco Table Lamp with a Dog Figure
Located in Chorzów, PL
figure of a dog (German Shepherd). Bulb type B22 - smaller size. One piece included in the set. The lamp
Marble
Pair Polychrome Porcelain Chinese Foo Dog Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Multicolored green, yellow, blue and brown porcelain Chinese foo dogs table lamps, with new custom
Brass
Rare George Nelson Puppy Dog Bedside Table Lamp
By George Nelson
Located in Camden, ME
One of the more whimsical George Nelson lighting designs. In excellent vintage condition gently used for 50+ years.
Metal
Pair of Bronze Dog and Marble Table Lamps
Located in Essex, MA
EACH WITH TOLE SHADES,THE DOGS MODELED AFTER MENE ON WHITE OVAL MARBLE AND FAUX MARBLE BASE.
Vintage Bronze Foo Dog Table Lamp Lusterie Deknudt Tempellion
By Deknudt
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful and rare vintage table lamp in the shape of a foo dog or temple lion, Chinoiserie style
Bronze
Vintage Chinoiserie Orange Porcelain Ceramic Foo Dog Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Orange Porcelain Ceramic Foo Dog Table Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century
Ceramic
Chinese Black Porcelain Dragon Lamp with Foo Dog Handles
Located in West Hartford, CT
Elegant hand-painted Chinese porcelain dragon lamp with foo dogs at handles. Shade measures 14" D x
Porcelain
Vintage Chapman Desk Lamp w/Solid Brass Whippet Dog
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Wonderful vintage American "Chapman" Whippet on pedestal and books desk lamp, retaining it's
Brass
$662Sale Price / item|55% Off
H 33.47 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, Model Razorblade, Denmark, Oak
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Set of striking dining chairs by Henning Kjærnulf, made of oak and boucle. Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism. Model: Razorblade ...
Oak
Pair of Sang De Boeuf Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's French sang de boeuf lamps with wood bases. Measurements: Height of body: 16.5" Height to shade rest: 26" Diameter: 7".
Porcelain, Wood
19th Century Chinese Cloisonné Fu Dogs
Located in Houston, TX
An exceptional palatial quality pair of 19th century Chinese cloisonné Fu dogs featuring gold gilding over copper. Chinese cloisonné objects were intended primarily for the furnishi...
Copper, Enamel
$4,900 / item
H 34 in W 86 in D 42 in
Custom Made Modern English Arm Sofa in Performance Linen Velvet - 86"
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This beautiful english arm sofa has a modern twist, with its single bench cushion, and beautiful curved apron sides. It’s upholstered in a Linen Velvet Performance fabric. Shown in...
Linen, Velvet
George III Chinoiserie Red Laquered Demilune Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
George III red laquered Chinoiserie demilune cabinet with hardwood applique and handpainting throughout, the whole stands on tapered feet, interior has one shelf and fabric throughou...
Hardwood
$27,450 / set
H 37 in W 17 in D 7 in
Pair of English Chinoiserie Painted Reverse on Glass Giltwood Mirrored Sconces
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic pair of English chinoiserie painted reverse on glass, carved giltwood mirrored two-light sconces. Each is beautifully hand carved and gilt in a gorgeous gold finish with ...
Mirror, Giltwood
Pair of Mid-Century Turquoise Blue Ceramic Foo Dog Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Excellent pair of mid-century turquoise blue ceramic foo dog sculptures, circa 1960s. These symbolic guardians present a beautiful turquoise hue and are in very good vintage conditio...
Ceramic
Jacques Blin French Modern Ceramic Lamp
By Jacques Blin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite ceramic table lamp with etched bird motif, designed by renowned French ceramicist Jacques Blin. Surface is a mottled seafoam-green glaze, with a quintessential animal motif re...
Ceramic, Raffia
$200Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 8.25 in W 7 in D 2 in
Pair of Mid-Century Vintage Turquoise Blue Foo Dog Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Pair of mid-century vintage turquoise blue foo dog sculptures, circa 1970s. These symbolic guardians have a beautiful blue turquoise ceramic hue and measure 7" W x 2" D x 8.25" H. #1...
Ceramic
Airplane in landscape - landscape painting
By Jeroen Allart
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful painting by Jeroen Allart is part of his minimalist landscape and animal painting he did in his home country the Netherlands. 'A farm stands before you on the horizon....
Canvas, Oil
Turquoise Glazed Porcelain Foo Dogs Large, a Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of turquoise glazed porcelain foo dogs. Large size and beautiful details. Add some classic Asian style and amazing color to your home.
Porcelain
Aldo Tura Goatskin Books Bar Cabinet
By Aldo Tura
Located in Munich, DE
Wonderful sculptural bar cabinet made by Aldo Tura in the 1960s. The Trompe l'oeil painted goatskin surface seems in a three-dimensional book shelf based on a tanned pearwood x base....
Goatskin, Mirror, Pearwood
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
Pair of Antique Victorian Quality Staffordshire Dogs
Located in Suffolk, GB
Pair of antique Victorian quality Staffordshire dogs having brown and white coloured coats with gold collars, chains and padlocks unusual front leg In perfect original condition ...
Ceramic
$595
H 6.5 in W 2.88 in D 2.88 in
Van Briggle Arts & Crafts Turquoise Glazed Ceramic Vase With Floral Motif
By Van Briggle
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Arts & Crafts period turquoise glazed ceramic art pottery vase with floral motif By Van Briggle (signed to the underside) USA, Early 20th Century Measures: 2.88"W x 2.8...
Ceramic, Pottery
$1,793 / set
H 17.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
Antique Pair Japanese Chinese Imari Porcelain Ormolu Table Lamps Blue Red Gilt
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning Pair Traditional Japanese Imari Bulbous Form Porcelain Vases of medium to large proportions, now converted to a pair of electric Table Lamps, complete with ormolu stepped ci...
Ormolu
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.
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