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'Thomas Alva Edison' Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Thomas Alva Edison' table or floor Lamp designed by Ingo Maurer for the 100th anniversary of the
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Late Century Japanese Cast Brass Industrial Explosion Proof Edison Table Lamp
By Kokosha
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
red glow switch, UK plug and vintage Edison filament Lamp E27. Made in the 1980s by Kokosha, Osaka
Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Brass

Steam-Punk Rocket Desk Lamp
By Edison
Located in Berkeley, CA
. Lab glass funnel, motorcycle gear, custom cut brass, old lamp body, etc but all wiring is brand new
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Steam-Punk Rocket Desk Lamp
Steam-Punk Rocket Desk Lamp
H 47 in W 10 in D 27 in
Late Century Japanese Cast Aluminium Industrial Flameproof Table Lamp, Edison
By Kokosha, Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Originating form super tankers and cargo ships this lamp has been expertly stripped, polished then fitted with
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1990s Japanese Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Late Century Copper, Brass and Glass Edison Steampunk Industrial Table Lamp
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
table or desk lamp. The light itself is made from copper and brass and has a tempered glass dome and
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Vintage 1970s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Bronze, Brass

Late Century Bronze Brass Glass & Copper Edison Steampunk Industrial Table Lamp
By Wiska
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
table or desk lamp. The light itself is made from bronze, brass and has a tempered glass dome and
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Vintage 1970s German Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper, Bronze

White Frosted Glass Table Lamp by Laurel Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare sculptural shape white frosted glass table lamp, designed in the 1960s by Laurel Lamp
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning cactus table lamp made of California pine. Designed and manufactured by Modeline in
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Pine

Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
H 30 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pair of "Tulip" Table Lamps by Laurel Lamp Company
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic pair of 1970s table lamps were created by the Laurel Lighting Comapany and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Thomas Alva Edison Pendant or Table Lamp by Ingo Maurer for Design M, 1979
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Thomas Alva Edison lamp designed by Ingo Maurer for Design M. The lamp, resembling a light bulb
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Brass and Linen Table Lamps in the Attributed to Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of 1970’s polish brass and raw linen table lamps in the manner of Laurel Lamp Co. The brass
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Malachite Table Lamp, Imported By Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite, 1960s malachite and brass table lamp in the neoclassical style. Designed and
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Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Malachite, Brass

Pair of Wrought Iron Brutalist Style Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps, Evans Style
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Hand Welded Wrought Iron Brutalist Style Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps About Pair of
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair Chrome Lamps by Torino
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of 1970's space age atomic chrome table lamps with both a upper standard edison screw
Category

Vintage 1970s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Jugendstil Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Table-lamp, hammered brass-sheet, nickel-plated, other finishes are offered. The additional images
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lovely Mid Century Brass Table Lamp by Erik Wärnå for Gnosjö Sweden 1950s
By Gnosjö Konstsmide Rydahls Lamps, Erik Wärnå
Located in Munich, DE
and enameled aluminum, the table lamp comes with 1 x E14 / E12 Edison screw fit bulb socket, is wired
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Lovely Mid Century Brass Table Lamp by Erik Wärnå for Gnosjö Sweden 1950s
By Erik Wärnå, Gnosjö Konstsmide Rydahls Lamps
Located in Munich, DE
and enameled aluminum, the table lamp comes with 1 x E14 / E12 Edison screw fit bulb socket, is wired
Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Stilux Milano Table Lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
Stilux Milano table lamp manufactured in the 1950s. Copper anodised aluminium cone shade, enamelled
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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Copper, Steel

Stilux Milano Table Lamp
Stilux Milano Table Lamp
H 13.5 in W 7 in D 9 in
Maurice Chalvignac table lamp
By Maurice Chalvignac
Located in Montréal, QC
Rare Maurice Chalvignac table lamp. Stained walnut tripod base, ceramic body, walnut and brass
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Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Maurice Chalvignac table lamp
Maurice Chalvignac table lamp
H 26.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
Duck Decoy Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic hand-carved wood duck decoy lamp will make a subtle statement with its form
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Duck Decoy Table Lamp
Duck Decoy Table Lamp
H 14.5 in W 14.88 in D 8.75 in
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s The lamp need 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Rattan Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Executed in rattan and fabric, the lamp comes with 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Rattan

French Rattan Table Lamp, 1960s
French Rattan Table Lamp, 1960s
H 21.66 in Dm 16.93 in
1950's German table lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
Table lamp made in German. Polished brass stem and foot, paper backed cloth shade. 40-60 watts E-26
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Enamel

1950's German table lamp
1950's German table lamp
H 21 in W 12 in D 12 in
Pair of Midcentury Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1960's French nickel plated lamps with crystal insets with one Edison light bulb
Category

Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Nickel

Italian Glazed Amphora Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This large scale, chic and dramatic table lamp dates to the 1980s, and the piece is fabricated with
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Antique 19th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

1960's French Table Lamp
Located in Montréal, QC
French table lamp produced in the 1960’s. 60 to 100 watt E-26 Edison medium base incandescent bulb
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Steel

1960's French Table Lamp
1960's French Table Lamp
H 24 in W 7 in D 7 in
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Brass & Silk Desk Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann table lamp with a fabric-shade - different Colors are available Originally
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rattan Wicker Table Lamp, 1960s Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s The lamp need 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired
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Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

DDR Table lamp VEB Metalldrücker
By VEB
Located in Montréal, QC
DDR desk lamp made by VEB Metalldrücker in East. Lacquered aluminium shade, polished steel fittings
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Vintage 1960s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel, Steel, Chrome

DDR Table lamp VEB Metalldrücker
DDR Table lamp VEB Metalldrücker
H 26.5 in W 6 in D 6 in
Lumen Milano Rare Table Lamp
By Lumen
Located in Hanover, MA
Rare multi-directional table lamp by Lumen Milano, probably designed by Oscar Torlasco, mid-1940's
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Wrought Iron

Lumen Milano Rare Table Lamp
Lumen Milano Rare Table Lamp
H 25 in W 8 in D 6 in
Andrew Hughes Porto Table Lamp
By Andrew Hughes
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural table lamp by glass artist Andrew Hughes, part of Hughes' Porto collection for FERRER
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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Red Alabaster Table Lamp
Located in Canton, MA
20th Century red alabaster table lamp. Red alabaster with swirls of antique white and rust to
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

SG Italian Alabaster & Brass Table Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Tapered white alabaster column table lamp with brass bobeche and embellishments in the style of
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Art Deco Mouse Form Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and charming Italian Art Deco mouse-form table lamp is finished in a silver/pewter and
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco Mouse Form Table Lamp
Art Deco Mouse Form Table Lamp
H 10.88 in W 7.38 in D 5.75 in
Pair of Rock Crystal Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of rock crystal table lamps with satin finish base. Wired for electricity, and fitted with
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2010s American Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

Pair of Rock Crystal Table Lamps
Pair of Rock Crystal Table Lamps
H 25 in W 8 in D 4.5 in
Large English Brass Oil Lamp Converted to Electrical Table Lamp
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Antique English brass oil lamp, converted to electrical table lamp. Fluted column on four feet
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Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Adjustable Mid-Century Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
An adjustable table lamp. Likely Italian, c. 1960s. Would look great with an edison bulb
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Vintage Brass French Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very large vintage table lamp, this was made in France and dates from circa 1970s
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Artisan Glazed Midcentury Terracotta Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Italian lamp dates to the 1969s and is glazed terracotta. The piece has been
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Terracotta, Lucite

1970's Robert Sonneman Chrome Table Lamp
By Robert Sonneman, Sonneman Lighting
Located in Hanover, MA
Space Age 1970’s mod vertical tubular chrome table lamp with eight Edison screw lightbulbs. Shown
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Vintage 1970s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Stainless Steel

Architectural Stained Glass and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful architectural white and clear stained glass table lamp from the 1950’s. In beautiful
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Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Monkey Climbing Palm Tree Gilt Table Lamp.
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1685 Monkey lamp with palm tree Shade not included Rewired takes on 60 watt Edison bulb
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Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Danish Palshus Table Lamp 1960's
By Palshus
Located in Akashi -Shi, Hyogo
Midcentury tall table lamp from Danish Palshus. The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Italian Midcentury Ceramic Snail Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
the 1970s approx. The table lamp is equipped with 1 bulb holder for a Standard Edison bulb (E26/27
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp
By Jean Royère
Located in East Hampton, NY
Edison standard bulbs and finial. Original brass trimmed shade shown is included. THIS ITEM IS LOCATED
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Industrial Brass Pipe & Meter Table Lamp
Located in Seguin, TX
Table lamp made from antique brass water meter and pipe. New York Neptune Trident Meter, standard
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1990s American Steampunk Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Space Age Chrome Table Lamp, 1960s Germany
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Space Age Chrome Table Lamp, 1960s Germany Dimension Height: 25.98 in (66 cm) Width: 11.81 in (30
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Space Age Chrome Table Lamp, 1960s Germany
Space Age Chrome Table Lamp, 1960s Germany
H 25.99 in W 11.82 in D 13.78 in
After H. Moore Carved Stone Table Lamp
Located in East Hampton, NY
A gorgeous vintage sculptural carved stone lamp on a wooden base in the style of Henry Moore
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Vintage 1950s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Petite Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Petite Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Brass and Opaline Glass, 1950s The lamp needs 1 x E14
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Petite Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, 1960s
Petite Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, 1960s
H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 10.63 in
French Clear Crystal Table Lamp by Daum
By Daum
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful 1960s small French crystal table lamp by Daum. Hand Signed Daum France on bottom corner
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Alain Richard A4 Table Lamp for Disderot
By Alain Richard
Located in Montréal, QC
Rare A4 Alain Richard table lamp for Disderot made in France. Polished steel and lacquered
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Pair of Italian Art Glass table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of tear drop shaped Italian Art glass table lamps. One Edison base light socket inside each
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Pair of Italian Art Glass table Lamps
Pair of Italian Art Glass table Lamps
H 28.5 in W 8.25 in D 7 in
Lucite and Chrome Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish American Art Deco table lamp dates to the late 1920s to the early 1930s. The piece
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of French Mid Century Table Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish "totem form" pair of French table lamps date to the 1950s-1960s. Note: Shade
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Earthenware, Fabric, Wood

Pair of French Mid Century Table Lamps
Pair of French Mid Century Table Lamps
H 30.25 in W 15 in D 11 in
Pair of Brass Table Lamps by Chapman
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1970s pair of polish brass table lamps with black gold tortoise lining by Chapman. Newly
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chrome Space Age Table Lamp, 1960s, Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is offered without the lampshade. The lamps is executed with E27 Edison screw fit bulb
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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Paul Evans Mixed Metal Skyscraper Table Lamp
By Paul Evans
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Skyscraper mixed metal table lamp with dimmer by Paul Evans. The dimmer surrounds the stem near the
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Chrome Bubble Table Lamp or Desk, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Verviers, BE
Large chrome bubble table or desk lamp, made in Germany in the late 1960s. The lamp has got a E27
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Itsu Finland Brass Table Lamp
By Itsu
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century Modern brass table lamp with a dome shaped pierced shade on a finely detailed stem
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chrome Bubble Table Lamp or Desk, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Verviers, BE
Large chrome bubble table or desk lamp, made in Germany in the late 1960s. The lamp has got a E27
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

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Edison Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal edison table lamp for your home. A edison table lamp — often made from metal, plastic and acrylic — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a edison table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right edison table lamp, those designed in Industrial and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made edison table lamp over the years, but those crafted by Charles Hollis Jones, Kokosha and Ingo Maurer are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Edison Table Lamp?

A edison table lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,875, while the lowest priced sells for $314 and the highest can go for as much as $8,900.

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 Edison Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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
    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 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 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 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 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


    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 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.

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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.

This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques

The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.