Skip to main content

Fade To Shade

to
1
25
7
18
11
9
7
4
3
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Sort By
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Located in Chicago, IL
, lightly faded to a shade of pink. A split in the wood to one side is lovingly mended with iron staples in
Category

20th Century Chinese Folk Art Animal Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
Chinese Polychrome Lucky Fish
H 7.75 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Antique 19th Century Chinese Mirror Black Porcelain Jar Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
black glaze, which is a very dark The Lamp measures 27 inches to the top of the shade, the porcelain jar
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
upholstery. The upholstery has faded to an interesting shade of aubergine. Includes downfilled lumbar pillows.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Slipper Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
Edward Wormley Slipper Chairs for Dunbar
H 32.5 in W 22.75 in D 29 in
Oversized Midcentury Blue Ceramic Lamp with Floral Motif
By Raymor
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and base. Minor wear consistent with age present to the shade (fading); lamp itself is free of flaws
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut, Linen, Ceramic

Set of 15 Aesthetic Movement Hand Painted Dessert Plates Plates w/ Botanicals
By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris
Located in Great Barrington, MA
palette and each is framed by an unusual Impressionistic border that moves from dark teal green and fades
Category

Antique 1890s French Aesthetic Movement Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Sky Blue Stem Glass in Blown Murano Glass and Gold Leaf 1990s Venice Italy
Located in Villaverla, IT
becomes more intense at the base and the bottom of the stem glass and fades to a lighter shade in the bowl
Category

1990s Italian Modern Glass

Materials

Gold

United State Marine Corps Parris Island Pennant ca 1917-1930
Located in York County, PA
significantly faded to the current shade. One of the ties was absent. I was able to replace this by slightly
Category

Early 20th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Felt

“Ethan Allen” Running Horse Weathervane by Harris & Co. Boston, Ma.
By Harris & Co.
Located in Incline Village, NV
head and copper tail. The copper has patinated to a faded copper shade and there are a few trace areas
Category

Antique 1880s American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Copper

Summer Hedgerow with Dog Roses 1, Floral meadow, Abstract art, Original painting
By Elaine Kazimierczuk
Located in Deddington, GB
rosebuds, fading to the most delicate shade as the flowers open making a glorious display in the green
Category

2010s Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Midcentury Italian Standing Floor Lamp with Metal Shade
Located in Limerick, IE
a green marble base. Minor colour fading to metal shade, see picture. Floor height to elbow 42
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century French Indigo Flamme Ikat Square Pillow
Located in London, GB
pattern that has faded to a perfect shade of light indigo.Backed in a hand-dyed natural indigo 19th
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Pillows and Throws

Materials

Cotton, Linen

18th Century Antique French Indigo Flamme Linen Pelmet with Silk Reverse
Located in London, GB
simple diamond pattern. The indigo has faded to a very pleasing soft shade which enhances the texture of
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Quilts and Blankets

Materials

Linen, Silk

Indigo Flamme Ikat Cotton Pelmet French 19th Century
Located in London, GB
side there are two variations of the flamme design, while the reverse has faded to a very pretty soft
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Curtains and Valances

Materials

Cotton

Sculptural Italian Table Lamp
Located in Dallas, TX
A sculptural table lamp with white glass shade that fades to clear in the center.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Adjustable Italian Mid-Century Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
vintage condition, minor wear consistent with age and use. Some fading to the shade. Height: Variable
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Angelo Ostuni for Oluce, Model 124 Adjustable Pendant Wall Light
By Oluce, Angelo Ostuni
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
manufacture. Faded Oluce label to interior of shade.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of Blue Decorator Glass Lamps
Located in Hopewell, NJ
clear glass and top fades to a lighter shade. Height from base to top of vase is 15.5"
Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Blue Decorator Glass Lamps
Pair of Blue Decorator Glass Lamps
H 26.5 in W 10 in D 10 in
1970s Kovacs Denim Clad Table Lamp
By Kovacs, George Kovacs
Located in Garnerville, NY
like Jordache, Sasson, and Vanderbilt were all the rage. Good condition with some very light fading
Category

Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric

1970s Kovacs Denim Clad Table Lamp
1970s Kovacs Denim Clad Table Lamp
H 22.75 in W 18 in D 15 in
Deco Moderne Silvered Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
. Custom oval shaped silk shades. Excellent beautiful conditon with soft fading to one shade.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Scandinavian Glass Bowls
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Set of three organic shaped bowls in deep blue colors fading to a lighter shade. Variation on the
Category

20th Century Serving Bowls

45 Hand-embroidered Stars On A Light Blue Canton, 1896-1907
Located in York County, PA
staggered rows on a canton that has attractively faded to a shade of light blue that is not unlike washed
Category

Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Art Nouveau Black Opal Diamond Enameled Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
border, with a stunning enameled surface. The translucent enamel colors fade seamlessly from one shade to
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Summer hedgerows with Dog & Roses, Elaine Kazimierczuk, Original floral art
Located in Deddington, GB
rosebuds, fading to the most delicate shade as the flowers open making a glorious display in the green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Landscape Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Printed Cotton Kerchief Of Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Located in York County, PA
actually black, it has faded to a shade like sepia. Some FDR textiles have portraits in this color, and
Category

Vintage 1930s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

13 Stars in a 4-5-4 Pattern on a Dusty Blue-Grey Canton, ca 1890-1895
Located in York County, PA
canton has faded to a shade of dusty blue-grey, which some collectors find to be particularly attractive
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Wool

Twenty-Foot U.S. Navy Commissioning Pennant With 13 Stars In A Two Row Arragement
Located in York County, PA
the color of the blue wool bunting, which has faded to an attractive shade of blue-grey. This is
Category

Antique 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Amazing Graphic Flag with 37, Six-Pointed Stars in a Double Wreath Pattern
Located in York County, PA
the color of the canton has faded to an attractive shade of sea foam blue-green. This is less likely a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

13 Star American Flag with Stars in a 3-2-3-2-3 Pattern on a Dusty Blue Canton
Located in York County, PA
during the 19th century. Note how the color of the canton has faded to a shade of dusty blue-grey, which
Category

Antique 1890s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia

Materials

Wool

American Horse Weathervane, Copper and Zinc, circa 1890
Located in Incline Village, NV
patinated to a faded copper shade and there are small areas of verdigris surface where the patina has gone
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Folk Art Weathervanes

Materials

Copper

Early 20th Century Eastern European Embroidered Leather and Fur Vest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dyed red leather (faded to a vibrant shade of deep pink) with contrasting hand embroidery throughout
Category

20th Century Vests

Antique French Large Kingwood Beveled Glass Table Box Vitrine
Located in San Marcos, CA
can see when we get a peek at it beneath the cording. It's faded to a lighter and lovely shade that
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Jewelry

Signed Tapio Wirkkala Blue Fade to Lavender Glass Vase for Iittala
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Papaikou, HI
the bottom "Tapio Wirkkala-3539". The color is a ethereal blue that fades or graduates to a
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Blown Glass

1920'S Art Deco Chrome & Glass "Bullet" Table Lamp, Pair by F.T. Haffner
By F.T. Haffner & Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
feature a perforated chrome diffuser shade with opaque fade to blue glass interior shade fitted on chrome
Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Fade To Shade", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Fade To Shade For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the fade to shade you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, glass and brass, every fade to shade was constructed with great care. There are 418 variations of the antique or vintage fade to shade you’re looking for, while we also have 104 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect fade to shade — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each fade to shade bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one fade to shade that is appealing in its simplicity, but Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson and Emily Barbara produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Fade To Shade?

Prices for a fade to shade start at $0 and top out at $225,000 with the average selling for $1,630.
Questions About Fade To Shade
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Yes, Persian rugs will fade as a result of prolonged sun exposure.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Yes, watercolor can fade over time. The paints are delicate and can lose their color quickly, especially when exposed to direct sunlight. However, artwork produced with watercolors can be protected from fading with a layer of varnish. Using acid-free paper can also reduce the risk of discoloration. Find a collection of fine art from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pink topaz does tend to fade. Exposure to heat and sunlight can cause the colors in the gem to fade. You can shop a collection of expertly vetted gems and stones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A candle shade is a fixture or cover that is positioned over a candle's flame to protect it. It enhances the light from a candle while minimizing the glare. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary candle shades from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mica shade is a type of covering for a floor lamp or table lamp. Instead of fabric, the shade is a mineral called mica. It produces a pleasing warm glow when someone switches the lamp on. Find a variety of mica shade lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are nearly 300 shades of green. These shades of green vary in boldness, brightness, and brilliance.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While there is only one shade of black, there are different finishes: matte, gloss, semi-gloss...etc. Each finish may have a slight effect on the shade of black.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.