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Iridescent Ceramic Table Lamps - a Pair
By Sunset Lamps
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of iridescent ceramic table lamps made by Sunset Lamp Corporation. Vases shine in oil pinks
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Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1980’s Ceramic Rose Table Lamp
By Harris Lamps
Located in Bradenton, FL
A large ceramic table lamp made by Harris Lamps, circa 1980. An elegant ’O’ shaped ceramic body is
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Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1980’s Ceramic Rose Table Lamp
1980’s Ceramic Rose Table Lamp
H 20 in W 18 in D 6 in
Laurel Lamp Company Tulip Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Laurel Lamp Company table or bedside lamps, U.S.A. Brass plated bases with Swedish blown
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Art Deco Style Desk Lamp, Table Lamp, Re Editon
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A classic desk lamp which is elegant and timeless. Most components according to the UL
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2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swiss Lamps International Table Lamp, 1970's
By Swiss Lamps International
Located in Bern, CH
1970’s Swiss Lamps International Table Lamp. Chromed metal base with acrylic Lampshade. Lamp can be
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swiss Lamps International Table Lamp, 1970's
Swiss Lamps International Table Lamp, 1970's
H 24.41 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a timeless duo of sophistication and charm: the Mid-Century Table/Bedside Lamps by
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
H 20.48 in W 9.06 in D 6.7 in
Laurel Mushroom Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Classic Laurel Mushroom Lamp. This iconic table lamp never goes out of style and will look great in
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Laurel Lamp Co, Table Lamps, Copper, USA, 1970s
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of copper table lamp designed and produced by Laurel Lamp Co, USA, c. 1970s. Dimensions of
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Big elegant desk lamp with two sockets All components according to the UL regulations, with an
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2010s European Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition
Art Deco Brass Table/ Desk Lamp, Re Edition
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H 22.45 in Dm 17.72 in
Marbro Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed and numbered Marbro ceramic table lamp with new finial. Shade not included.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Marbro Table Lamp
Marbro Table Lamp
H 32 in W 6 in D 6 in
1960s Mahogany Table Lamp by Modeline Lamp Co.
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A mahogany and brass table lamp with decorative stone rocks.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Mid-Century Rembrandt Table Lamp
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century table lamp by Rembrandt Lamp Company. Shade included. Élégant intemporel design.
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

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
Mid-Century Modern Majestic Lamp Co. Table Lamps
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare, early pair of lamps from the Majestic Lamp Co. Brass-plated copper swirl over ebonized oak
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hotel Astoria Vienna Jugendstil Table Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
1970s. All the lamps have been recreated by WOKA and Stefan Passini according to old photographs. Most
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bauer Lamp Company Travertine and Lucite Table Lamp
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish 1990s table lamp was created by the Bauer Lamp Company, and it is very much in the
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Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Pair of Original Jugendstil Table Lamps Early 20th Century
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Opulent decorated pair of table lamps in the form of a lyra Suitable for US
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Asian Style Ceramic Table Lamp by Wildwood Lamp Company
By Wildwood Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice Asian style ceramic table lamp by Wildwood Lamp Company, circa 1990s. This lamp is in
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Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurel Cylindrical Chrome Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
By Laurel Lamp, this table lamp is a chromed cylinder with a chromed stem. Sold sans shade.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

1970’s Striped Ceramic & Lucite Table Lamps - a Pair
By Sunset Lamps
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of ceramic and Lucite table lamps by John Richard for Sunset Lamps. Ceramic vases are
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Lucite

Original Early 20th Century Crystal Candelabra Table Lamp
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand cut Crystal Bulbs with energy efficiency class A++ to E can be used for this lamp.  
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Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice yellow enamel Mid-Century Modern table lamp.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

A pair of large Coastal Style Harris Lamps Ceramic Table Lamps- Circa 1980's
By Harris Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of large Coastal Style Harris Lamps Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps- Circa 1980s. Feature a
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern table lamps made from painted black steel with gold accents on wood bases. Newly
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Highland, IN
This dramatic large-scale table lamp by Bijan of California for Laurel titled “Setarrah”. It has a
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Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage WILDWOOD Table Lamps Ceramic Gilt Paw Footed Pair
By Wildwood Lamps 1
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage WILDWOOD Ceramic Table Lamps with Gilt Gold Leaf
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Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Table Lamps

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Brass

Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Silk beige, brass nickel-plated, more colors on request.
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2010s Austrian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Silk

Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
Carlton Silk Desk Table Lamp Woka Art Collection
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H 28.35 in Dm 15.75 in
Substantial Laurel Lamp Co. Mirrored Travertine Table Lamp, 1960s
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Mid Century Laurel Lamp Co. Rough Cut Beige Marble & Mirror Table Lamp. Featuring two sided
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine, Nickel

Mantodeus Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern Style Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
A well balanced table lamp, consists of hand-formed, sand-casted base, and a turned counter- weight
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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurel Lamp Co., Table Lamps, Chrome Metal, Glass, USA, 1970s
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of chome metal and glass table lamps produced by Laurel Lamp Co., USA, c. 1970s. Sold
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Original 20th Century Bouillon Silver Plated Table Lamp 1920
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Table-lamp in the style of an antique oil-lamp Material used is brass silver plated, lacquered
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Early 20th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Rembrandt Lovebird table lamps
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair of Rembrandt Lovebird table lamps with original shades and finials
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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Modern Hollywood Regency Style Ceramic Palm Form Table Lamps, Pair
By Harris Lamps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Fabulous Hollywood Regency style pair of palm form glazed ceramic table lamps by Harris. These
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Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Laurel Table Lamps, 1960
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful Laurel table lamps with slender brass bodies with walnut wood inlays on either side
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Monumental Sculptural Table Lamps by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of tall 1960s sculptural walnut table lamps by Laurel. Newly restored and rewired
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Style of Laurel Lamp Co Modern Chrome Table Lamp Pair
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pair of Chrome Table Lamps in the style of Laurel Lamp Company unmarked 23.5 h x 15.75 diameter
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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

Rembrandt Mid Century Brass Table Lamp
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Countryside, IL
Rembrandt Mid Century Brass Table Lamp This lamp measures: 14.75 wide x 14.75 deep x 35.25 inches
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rembrandt Mid Century Brass Table Lamp
Rembrandt Mid Century Brass Table Lamp
H 35.25 in W 14.75 in D 14.75 in
Mid-Century Modern "Tulip" Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Diego, CA
Highly desirable MCM "tulip" table lamp by Laurel Lamp Co., circa 1960s. There are three lamps
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rembrandt Torchiere Table Lamps - a Pair
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Regency style torchiere table lamps made by Rembrandt. On top are frosted glass
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Late 20th Century American Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Metal

Classic Horn Motife Brass Table Lamp
By Wildwood Lamp Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome brass horn motife table lamp having black metal shade and base. A classic.
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2010s North American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Classic Horn Motife Brass Table Lamp
Classic Horn Motife Brass Table Lamp
H 27 in W 16 in D 10.5 in
Original Stainless Laurel Mushroom Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Laurel Mushroom Satin Chrome finish Table lamp. Base retains its original label and shade
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Laurel Faux Bamboo Lamp with Table
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice quality faux bamboo floor table lamp combination.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Brass Rembrandt Table Lamps
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of brass Rembrandt table lamps.
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mushroom Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Company in Polished Chrome
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Stamford, CT
lighting was a lamp plus shade combination, the great lighting powerhouse Laurel Lamp Company challenged
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Jugendstil Table Lamp, Matches the Josef Hoffmann Chandelier, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Sanatorium designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1903, this table lamp matches perfectly. Most components according
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Large Rembrandt Table Lamps
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Pair of large Rembrandt table lamps with an orange abstract pattern and round brass base. Measures
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Tropical Painted Table Lamps
By Wildwood Lamp Company
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of mid century table lamps crafted in wood and decorated on four sides with tropical scenes
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Hardwood

Pair of Tropical Painted Table Lamps
Pair of Tropical Painted Table Lamps
H 25 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Solid Alabaster Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A striking, large, richly carved, solid, golden alabaster, beaker-form table lamp in the Chinese
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Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Solid Alabaster Table Lamp
Solid Alabaster Table Lamp
H 39.5 in W 9 in D 8 in
Brushed Steel Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Dorchester, MA
This handsome table lamp by Laurel features a body of brushed steel stacked as a totem. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair, Mid Century Laurel Lamp Company Mahogany Figural Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Laurel Lamp Company (American, founded 1950s), circa 1950's. The Laurel Lamp Company of Newark, NJ
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Elegant Rembrandt Brushed Brass Table Lamp
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Slender and classic brass baluster style table lamp by Rembrandt Lamp Company. Three parts
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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Majestic Table Lamp, All Original
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Kansas City, MO
Large, high kitsch, Angular acrylic table lamp by Majestic with original shade and original Lucite
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Fabric, Lucite, Wood

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Table Lamps for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
, these gorgeous table lamp would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hand-cut crystal glass Suitable for US.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Baroque Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
Original from 1905 Maria Theresien style Candelabra Table Lamp
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H 20.87 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Standing Buddha Table Lamps by Westwood
By Westwood Lamps
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of standing Buddha table lamps in original gilded finish by Westwood Lamp Co., circa 1950s
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Table Lamps for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
, these gorgeous table lamp would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome, Enamel

Mid Century Chess Table Lamps by Laurel Lamp Company, 1960's
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Mid Century "The Chessmen" table lamps by Laurel Lamp Company, 1960's. Striking chess piece motif
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Substantial Pair Laurel Lamp Co. Charcoal Slate & Polished Aluminum Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Tall Pair Dark Grey Slate & Polished Aluminum Table Lamps, 1960's. Attributed Laurel Lamp Company
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Slate, Aluminum, Nickel

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Entry Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal entry table lamp for your home. Each entry table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Find 126151 options for an antique or vintage entry table lamp now, or shop our selection of 9225 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect entry table lamp — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each entry table lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Laurel Lamp Company, Gordon & Jane Martz and Artemide each produced at least one beautiful entry table lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Entry Table Lamp?

Prices for an entry table lamp start at $1 and top out at $575,000 with the average selling for $1,887.

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 Entry Table Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Console tables are ideal for narrow spaces like hallways and entries.

  • 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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


    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, 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.”

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  • 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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