Drafting Table Lamp
Mid-Century Black Enameled Metal and Chrome Herda Drafting Table Lamp
By Herda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Herda table lamp with chrome hardware and black enameled metal shade. This lamp is
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
$275
H 31.25 in W 6.5 in D 15.5 in
Mid-Century, Italian, Grey Enameled Drafting Lamp by Tecnolampada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian drafting table lamp by Tecnolampada with original manufacturer tag. Swivel and tilting head
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lampada Ministero Architects Drafting Table Swiveling Clamp Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Very uncommon articulating and swiveling clamp mounted drafting table lamp produced by Lampada
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Louis Baldinger Brass Articulating British Drafting Table Desk Lamp! Rare!
By Louis Baldinger & Sons
Located in Peoria, AZ
LOUIS BALDINGER
BRASS ARTICULATING
DRAFTING LAMP
EXQUISITE!
CLEAN ALL ORIGINAL!
Dimensions: 20
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
H 20 in W 6 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Herda Black Enameled Metal and Chrome Draft Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Mid-Century Draft Lamp features a black enameled metal body and chrome accents.
Its height
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
$441 Sale Price
54% Off
H 22.5 in W 20.5 in D 7.5 in
Dazor 2324 Industrial Desk Drafting Architect Work Articulating Lamp, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A spectacular vintage original circa Dazor 2324 Industrial desk drafting work lamp flourescent
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
$548 Sale Price
20% Off
H 27.56 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in
1940s Articulating Clamp Lamp for Table Desk Oak Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1940s Clamp Desk Lamp for Drafting Table
Adjustable and Articulating
30 tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Rico and Rosemary Baltensweiler Articulated Table Lamp 1960 Black Metal Chrome
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Vienna, AT
Rico and Rosemary Baltensweiler Articulated Swiss table lamp, 1960. Architect midcentury drafting
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Chrome
$850
H 20.47 in W 8 in D 7.5 in
Articulated Green Glass Square Tube Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful telescoping drafting/art table lamp. The base has a clamp for mounting
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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O.C. White Brass Clamp on Table Lamp Drafting Lamp
By O.C. White
Located in Newtown, CT
Brass O.C. White clamp on table lamp. Aged patina, and newly wired. Can adjust roughly from 34" to
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Style Drafting Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair adjustable drafting table or work desk lamps with swing arms. Original fluorescent bulb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps
Dazor Drafting Table Lamp
Located in Oakville, CT
Dazor Drafting Table Lamp
Upper arm measures 18 1/2"
Lower arm measures 20"
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Rico Baltensweiler Swiss Architect Mid-Century Drafting Table Desk Lamp
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A Rare 1950s Articulated Lamp, by Rico & Rosemary Baltensweiler. Highly Articulate Lamp, most
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Steel
Hala Zeist Aluminum and Black Drafting Lamp
By Hala Zeist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black and chrome Hala Zeist drafting task lamp with lack enameled base and articulating arm. In
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Metal, Steel
Mid-Century Red Industrial Clamp on Drafting Lamp
By Napako
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial clamp on drafting lamps with red aluminum shade and chrome adjustable stem. Attributed
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Red Industrial Clamp on Drafting Lamp
By Napako
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid -Century Industrial clamp on drafting lamps with red aluminum shade and chrome adjustable stem
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Hala Zeist Industrial Black Enamel and Spun Aluminum Drafting Lamp
By Hala Zeist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black and spun aluminum Hala Zeist drafting task lamp with weighted black enameled base with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Bernard-Albin Gras No. 201 Clamp-On Drafting Task Lamp Light
By Lampe Gras, Bernard-albin Gras
Located in Oakville, CT
Bernard-Albin Gras No. 201 clamp-on drafting task lamp. Shade diameter measures 8". Base arm
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Modern Small Brass Architects Drafting Desk Lamp by Electrix
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Small Brass Articulating Architects Drafting Desk Lamp by Electrix
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 18 in W 6.5 in D 16 in
Jielde White French Industrial Drafting Task Desk Clamp Light
By Jielde, Jean Louis Domecq
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Two-armed French Industrial drafting task lamp. The Jielde lamp was designed in the 1950s by Jean
Category
Vintage 1970s French Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Articluted Swiss Table Lamp by Rico and Rosemary Baltensweiler
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Vienna, AT
Rico & Rosemary Baltensweiler Architect Midcentury Drafting Table Desk Lamp in very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Industrial Task Lamps by Jielde, circa 1950s
By Jielde
Located in Gloucester, GB
success is there: the Jieldé lamp is spreading little by little in factories, workshops and drafting
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Wall Mounted Industrial Lamps by Jielde, circa 1950s
By Jielde
Located in Gloucester, GB
factories, workshops and drafting tables.
Condition report:
The lamps have been rewired and tested and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Erpe Industrial Drafting Lamp
By Erpé
Located in Houston, TX
Erpe industrial drafting lamp: metallic green mechanist or drafting table lamp manufactured circa
Category
Vintage 1940s Belgian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vintage Military Architects Drafting Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage military architects drafting lamp
Total height 31" H x 27" W, shade is 6.5" diameter and
Category
20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Architectural Drafting Lamp by Luxo, Norway
By Luxo
Located in Rochester, NY
Multi-position architectural drafting desk lamp by Luxo, Norway in cream white lacquered finish
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Metal
Luxo Pivoting Adjustable Architect’s Drafting Desk Lamp
By Luxo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Luxo articulating drafting lamp. Long a staple in any architect’s office, but equally
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Drafting Table Task Light Lamp Vintage Industrial Adjustable Machine Clamp Metal
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial, adjustable machine clamp task light lamp. Below dimensions represent the
Category
20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
H 30.5 in W 22 in D 5 in
Industrial Spring-Arm Architects Drafting Task Lamp by Dazor
By Dazor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, architect's, drafting work lamp is painted steel with reflective shade interior
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Pair of French Mid-Century Telescopic Architect's Drafting Lamps
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of French 1950's aluminum and chromed steel Telescopic Lamps which clamp to a table or desk
Category
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome, Steel
Hala Style Red Aluminum Industrial Drafting Lamp with Chrome Stem and Clamp
By Hala Zeist, Josef Hurka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hala style Industrial clamp on desk lamp with red enameled aluminum shade and adjustable chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 40 in W 35.75 in D 8 in
Hala Style Industrial Drafting Clamp-on Lamp with Olive Green Shade by Szarvasi
By Hala Zeist, Josef Hurka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Hungarian industrial clamp on table lamp with olive green enameled metal shade, chrome
Category
Vintage 1960s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 35 in W 7.5 in D 31 in
Chrome Luxo-Li Adjustable Drafting Light by Jacob Jacobsen
By Jacob Jacobsen
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a beautiful chrome architect's desk lamp with original clamping hardware, designed by Jacob
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Hala Style Drafting Clamp-On Light with Red Shade and Chrome Stem
By Hala Zeist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century industrial clamp on table lamp with bright red dome shade. Drafting lamp on double
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 34 in W 5.75 in D 31 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Industrial Portable Floating Desk Table Lamp
By Dazor
Located in Wilmington, DE
drafting table or desk. This lamp features a weighted base, adjustable head and an articulating arm that
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Enamel
Vintage Dazor Drafting Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Extremely wonderful Dazor drafting/task lamp, one of the best examples of this type of lighting
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Wire
Vintage Luxo White Drafting Lamp with Fiberglass Shade
By Luxo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An early Luxo drafting lamp with white fiberglass shade, heavy white base, and white plastic “LUXO
Category
Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Light Source White Drafting Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Produced by Light Source, this midcentury drafting, architect’s, or work lamp has two separately
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Luxo Extendable Arm Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A versatile reading/drafting Chrome table lamp made by Luxo. Extendable arm raises to 40" tall
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Dutch Industrial Drawing Table with Lamp and Drafting Machine by Rotanex, 1950s
Located in Warsaw, PL
designers, who still rely on paper and pencilgraphics produced on a drafting table.
The table has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
H 59.06 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
Adjustable Architect's Drafting Table or Writing Desk, with Lamp, circa 1920s
Located in Roubaix, FR
French beechwood architect's drafting table, signed on base: STUDIO S.G.D.G (France). Adjustable in
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
H 38.59 in W 59.06 in D 39.38 in
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Drafting Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal drafting table lamp for your home. Frequently made of metal, steel and aluminum, every drafting table lamp was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the drafting table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right drafting table lamp, those designed in Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Bernard-Albin Gras, Dazor and Erpe each produced at least one beautiful drafting table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Drafting Table Lamp?
A drafting table lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,358, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $3,378.
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 Drafting Table Lamp
- What is the best drafting table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best drawing table is one that is versatile, adjustable, and made of high-quality materials. There is a variety of drafting table styles and designs to choose from — it's all a matter of personal preference. Four-post and pedestal drafting tables are considered to be far more durable than fold-away tables. Larger top sizes are available with respect to these tables, but they are often more expensive. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique drafting tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not drafting tables are good for artists is largely a matter of personal opinion. Artists may find it more comfortable to use one for long sessions of illustrating and drawing. In addition, some artists appreciate that the tables keep their work secure. Find a range of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A table used for drafting can simply be called a drafting table. Other names for drafting tables are artist's table, drawing table and architect's table. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not drafting tables are adjustable for height depends on their design. Standard tables feature fixed tops. Height adjustability is an extra feature added to some models to improve utility. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of drafting tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, many architects still use drafting tables. Although much of architectural design involves computer-aided drafting, many professionals still prefer to draw by hand. Artists may also purchase drafting tables for producing illustrations and sketches. Find a collection of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The 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, 2023The 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, 2024To 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.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How 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.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table 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.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet 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.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To 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.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your 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.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There 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, 2023To 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.
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