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Neo classical Assembled Trio of Ebonized Table Lamps with Glass Shades
Located in Lomita, CA
An assembled group of three Neoclassical style ebonized torchiere lamps from the early 20th
Category

Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Egyptian Style Ebonized Figural Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Egyptian style (19/20th Century) carved ebonized table lamps of kneeling figures (PRICED AS
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Large Ebonized and Gilded Pharaoh Table Lamp, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
A stunning 1970s pair of ebonized table lamps in the shape of Pharaoh finely hand carved and gild
Category

Vintage 1970s Egyptian Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Round Brass and Ebonized Wood Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern round brass and ebonized wood brass table lamp. In perfect working condition and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bronze Peacock Table Lamp Marbro Lamp Co. Ebonized Base
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Toledo, OH
Bronze table lamp with two peacocks sitting on a tree stump. Beautifully textured details in
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Vintage 1950s North American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Tony Paul for Westwood Brass & Ebonized Walnut Table Lamps, A Pair, 1950s
By Westwood Lamps, Tony Paul
Located in Culver City, CA
Prepare to be mesmerized by this jaw-dropping pair of Tony Paul table lamps—truly, the finest
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tom Dixon Style Ebonized Hairpin Table Lamp
By Tom Dixon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Tom Dixon style ebonized Hairpin table lamp, the ebonized and randomly reeded wood hairpin, rests
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Ebonized Maple and Cherry Table Lamp, Delhi I
By Heather Shoon, Aaron Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Delhi balances a strong, vertical posture with a large, buoyant shade. Turned, ebonized maple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Dyed Ash and Ebonized Maple Table Lamp, Tusten I
By Aaron Shoon, Heather Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large table lamp for an open space, the Tusten balances its substantial, geometric form with an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1970s Silvered Brutalist Table Lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of chromed and nickel silvered Brutalist table lamps, designed by Richard Barr for the Laurel
Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Chapman Black Ebonized Wood & Metal Torchiere Column Table Lamp 30"
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Chapman torchiere / torch shaped table lamp crafted of ebonized wood and brushed silver tone metal
Category

Late 20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair French Empire Brass, Ebonized & Giltwood Wood Table / Buffet Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of French Empire Brass, Ebonized and Giltwood Wood Table / Buffet Lamps Measures 6" in width
Category

20th Century American Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bronzed Gills Silhouette, Bronzed Steel, Ebonized Oak & Raffia Table Lamp
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silhouette lamp collection is inspired by Brutalist forms. The dark Ebonized Oak is combined
Category

2010s South African Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Bronzed Loops Silhouette, Bronzed Steel, Ebonized Oak & Raffia Table Lamp
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silhouette lamp collection is inspired by Brutalist forms. The dark ebonized oak is combined
Category

2010s South African Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Bronzed Balls Silhouette, Bronzed Steel, Ebonized Oak & Raffia Table Lamp
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silhouette lamp collection is inspired by Brutalist forms. The dark Ebonized Oak is combined
Category

2010s South African Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Ebonized Wood Wallpaper Roll Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage lamp made from a wood wallpaper roll, originally used to hand print wall paper. USA, circa
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Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Ceramic Table Lamps by Marbro, Pair
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
are ebonized wood. The lamps have been newly rewired and fitted with new brass hardware and side-by
Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ebonized Wood and Rattan Gruvwood Table Lamp, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Sculptural table lamp is decorated with three bands of gruvwood (usually walnut was used for this
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair Ebonized Wood Chinoiserie Decorated Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of English, circa 1950’s, ebonized wood vases with hand-painted Chinoiserie decoration, as
Category

Mid-20th Century British Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paint

Italian Art Deco Ebonized and Gilt Ornate Plaster Tower Table Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
An exquisite patinated and Ebonized Italian Art Deco Gilt Ornate Plaster Tower dual lights Table
Category

Vintage 1930s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Substantial James Mont Pierced Column Ebonized Wood Table Lamp, C. 1950
By James Mont
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Monumental James Mont hand carved Black Pierced Column Table Lamp. Featuring a large, slight
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Frederick Cooper Nickel & Ebonized Walnut Table Lamps
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of early Frederick cooper aged nickel (not brass) and ebonized walnut table lamps. Nickel
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel, Steel

Heifetz Style Sculpted Organic Form Ebonized Ash Table Lamp on Brass Legs
By Heifetz, Yasha Heifetz
Located in Ferndale, MI
A long time favorite lamp recently out of storage and restored. Ash wood is ebonized and sculpted
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Russel Wright Ebonized Oak Barley Twist Table Lamp, Circa 1940
By Russel Wright
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Russel Wright attributed Ebonized Oak Barley Twist Table Lamp, 1940's. Featuring a sturdy, balanced
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ebonized Cerused Oak Figural Table Lamp Attributed to Yasha Heifetz
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Winnetka, IL
A striking painted wood abstract female sculpture mounted as a table lamp attributed to Yasha
Category

Vintage 1960s Canadian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Ebonized Maple and Cherry Bedside Lamp, Marty I
By Heather Shoon, Aaron Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Turned, ebonized maple base with a cherry neck and finial. This lamp is 14” tall with an 8” diameter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stylish Pair of Small Ebonized Wood Greek Key Decorated Table Lamps
By Villa Garnelo Internacional
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Glamorous black and gold ebonized wood table lamps having gold Greek key decoration and black
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Renaissance Style Ebonized Metal and Cast Ormolu Table Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
ebonized metal decorated table lamps, New York, early 20th century. Measure 26.25" tall to the top of the
Category

Early 20th Century Renaissance Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Ormolu

Ebonized "Pierre" Lamp by Kimille Taylor
By Kimille Taylor
Located in New York, NY
Elegant lamp by Kimille Taylor in ebonized oak. The wood base is 15 inches and height to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps

Materials

Oak

Marbro James Mont-Style Chinese Archaistic Tall Brass Table Lamp, 1950s
By The Marbro Lamp Company, James Mont
Located in San Francisco, CA
A towering 1950s Chinese archaistic-style brass table lamp by the Marbro Lamp Company, done in the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Archaistic Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modernist Sculptural Lamp in Ebonized Walnut and Brass
Located in New York, NY
Chic Mid-Century Modernist table lamp featuring a sculptural geometric design in ebonized walnut
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Empire Style Gilt Metal and Ebonized Column Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Empire style column lamps, a rare find, each one with very minor gilt decoration. Detailed
Category

Mid-20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Ormolu

Pair of Hollywood Regency Stiffel Co. Brass and Ebonized Column Form Table Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in Manhasset, NY
A pair of Stiffel Co. brass and ebonized column form table lamps each signed. Each done in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps

"Paul" Lamp in Ebonized Oak by Kimille Taylor
By Kimille Taylor
Located in New York, NY
From a group of five original designs by Kimille Taylor, table lamp in ebonized cerused oak. Sober
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps

Materials

Oak

Baby Frank Lamp ebonized native rosewood hand-stitched linen shade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Paddington, NSW
This original sculptural, truly artisanal small table lamp is a handmade, timeless example of 21st
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Wood

Pair of French 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Ebonized Fruitwood and Ormolu Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of French 19th century neo-classical st. ebonized fruitwood and ormolu lamps. Each
Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Arts & Crafts Ebonized Chunk Jewel Lantern Form Lamp C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts Ebonized Chunk Jewel Lantern Form Table Lamp C1920. 19 3/8" x 6 1/8" x 6 1
Category

Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

German Bauhaus Brushed Aluminum Table Lamp
By Karl Trabert
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco German Bauhaus table lamp with brushed aluminum and white glass shade on an ebonized
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Chapman Lighting 1940s Brushed Brass and Ebonized Metal Articulated Desk Lamp
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
a quality lamp made by Chapman Manufacturing Company,  USA, the swivel shade fitted with a standard
Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Weighted Tea Canister Dual Lights Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Weighted Tea Canister mounted as Table Lamp with Original
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of English Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of English circa 1920's porcelain table lamps with Chinoiserie decoration and ebonized wood
Category

Vintage 1920s English Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Pair of Moderne Brutalist Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian circa 1960's moderne sculptural table lamps with ebonized wood bases. The body
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Pair of Biedermeier Style Turned Mahogany Urn-form Lamps with Ebonized Highlight
Located in San Francisco, CA
plinth; adorned with ebonized highlights; 18.5" (top of wood)  29.5" (top of shade)
Category

Vintage 1940s French Biedermeier Table Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

Mid Century Danish Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single mid century Danish ceramic table lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 19? Height to
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

English Traditional Lamps Gold Black Ebonised wood High End Table Lamps
By J.E. Caldwell & Co., Thomas Chippendale, Chapman Manufacturing Company, Henredon
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Vintage Tradidional English Table Lamps Black and Gold Column Table Lamps Style: English, Vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Faux Leather, Fruitwood

Pair of 19th Century Parcel Gilt and Ebonized Tea Canister Dual Lights Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of 19th century parcel gilt and ebonized tea canister mounted as table lamps with original
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Spanish Silver Plated "Corinthian Column" Table Lamp
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
A very elegant table lamp comprised of ebonized wood, with a square base and highly detailed
Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Midcentury Bronze Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950s French bronze table lamp with ebonized base. Measurements: Height of body 19
Category

Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Bronze Table Lamp
Midcentury Bronze Table Lamp
H 19 in W 7.25 in D 4.75 in
Mid-Century Chinese Abacus Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage pair of chinoiserie abacus table lamps circa 1965. Double sided ebonized and lacquered
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Archaistic Brass Table Lamps, 1940s
Located in Dallas, TX
An impressive pair of chinoiserie-inspired brass table lamps in the manner of Hollywood Regency
Category

Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern, Statement Table Lamps
Located in Bellport, NY
A striking pair of Mid-Century Modern black ceramic lamps and a rare find in these dramatic black
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Pair of Nessen "X" Shaped Table Lamps
By Nessen Lighting
Located in North Miami, FL
-interpreted by NESSEN in the 70's made of ebonized wood and chrome fixture. Candelabra style double sockets
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Large Midcentury Blanc De Chine Porcelain Jar Table Lamp
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large Mid-Century Modern Chinese blanc de chine porcelain table lamp in the form of a ginger jar
Category

20th Century Chinese Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Original Pair of Art Deco 'Mazda' Table Lamps
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An original pair of Art Deco 'Mazda' table lamps by Compagnie des Lampes de Paris. Bearing a
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Large Italian Pottery Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A large single circa late 1940's Italian glazed and textured ceramic table lamp with ebonized base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Pair of English 1940's Mercury table Lamps with shades
Located in London, GB
Well proportioned elegant and practical pair of English mercury glass column table lamps with
Category

Vintage 1940s English Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass, Wood

Contemporary Golden Ceramic Table Lamp Glazed on Black Teak Pedestal
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful contemporary golden glazed ceramic table Lamp on a black teak pedestal. The great
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Teak

Antique Arts & Crafts Ebonized & Chunk Jeweled Lantern C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts Ebonized & Chunk Jeweled Lantern Form Table Lamp C1920. 16 3/4" x 6" x 6
Category

Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Japanese Urn Ceramic Table Lamp, Yellow with White Flowers Decor
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Elegant Japanese Oriental style ceramic table lamp features abstract hand-painted decor of stylized
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Japonisme Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Wood

Flock of Wild Geese Brass Table Lamp, French, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very decorative table lamp shows a flock of wild geese. This lamp is made of brass on a black
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Ebonized Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of ebonized table lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all ebonized table lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 1292 antique and vintage ebonized table lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 62 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of ebonized table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Ebonized table lamps made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made ebonized table lamps over the years, but those made by The Marbro Lamp Company, Laurel Lamp Company and Frederick Cooper are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Ebonized Table Lamps?

Prices for ebonized table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, ebonized table lamps begin at $100 and can go as high as $75,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.

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 Ebonized 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

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Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp

Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.

You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp

Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales

The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.