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Metal Palm Tree Lamp Mounted in Campagna Urn form base
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in New York, NY
Fun table lamp, with metal palm leaves "potted" in classical form urn ( plaster ) Loss to green
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
lamp table yewwood racing yachts pair 13" high
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
LIGHTHOUSE OR BUOY, 13” HIGH
Interactive table lamp as the sails can be adjusted
Fun table lamp for a
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Yew
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Hans-Agne Jacobsson Red Table Lamps
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
very rare, tall and fun table lamps named "Hihatt", made for people who enjoys eclectic interior. Nice
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Italian Mid-Century Modern Satin Glass Table Lamp Mod. Tank by VeArt, 1980s
By VeArt
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern satin glass table lamp mod. Tank by VeArt, 1980s
Extreme rare and fun
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Danish Vintage Classic Fun 1TM Table Lamp by Verner Panton, 1960s
By Verner Panton, J. Luber Ag
Located in Renens, CH
The Fun 1TM Table lamp was designed by Verner Panton during the 1960s. Our version is an original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl
Modern Tulip Bedside Table Lamp or Desk Lamp by Designline in Fun Bright Yellow
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous tulip form table lamp, desk lamp or bedside lamp. It features a bight yellow cast
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Art Deco Boat Builders Model Yacht Table Lamp A real fun piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Boat Builders Model Yacht Table Lamp
A real fun piece, in good condition, all working and
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Fruitwood
Fun Guy Stained Glass Table Lamp with Customizable Metal Base by Frangere Studio
By Frangere Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Fun Guy table lamp is equal parts whimsy and grace. Drawing on the forms and luminescent
Category
2010s New Zealand Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 9.8 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in
Verner Panton 'Fun 1TM' Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 1TM' table lamp in sea shells and chrome for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome, Metal
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' table lamp in sea shells and chrome for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome, Metal
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' Table Lamp in Sea Shells and Brass for Verpan
By Verpan, Verner Panton
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Fun 2TM' table lamp in sea shells and brass for Verpan
Verner Panton was one of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass
Fun Mid-Century Modern Geometric Pop Art Table Lamp After Stilnovo or Artemide
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A super fun and modern table lamp. It features a yellow wooden frame with geometric plastic
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
H 25.5 in W 8 in D 28 in
1970s Lucite Round Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
This is a fun Lucite round table lamp 16" tall to the top of socket and 6" in diameter at the base
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
French Green Free Form Ceramic & Brass Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A fun, postmodern table lamp in patinated brass with a fluid, free-form green glazed ceramic base
Category
Late 20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Over Scale Table Lamp of Ginger Jar Form
By Sonneman Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Fun large yellow ceramic table lamp of classic ginger jar form. This example is in good, original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
1970's Mod Table Lamp By Frank Bentler Denmark
By Frank Bentler
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A fun 1970's pop table lamp by Frank Bentler, made in Denmark. White acrylic shade and tapered
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Toucan Table Lamp in the Style of Old Timer Ferrari
By Old Timer Ferrari
Located in San Diego, CA
A fun and colorful toucan table lamp in the style of Old Timer Ferrari of Verona, Italy reissued by
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Bespoke Italian Post Modern Rose Pink Murano Glass Geometric Couture Table Lamp
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A fun modernist table / desk lamp, a contemporary organic creation entirely hand made in Italy, the
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 24 in D 10 in
Stylish Pair of Silver Iron and Brass Table Lamps with Duck Feet
By Maitland Smith
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish and fun pair of silver iron table lamps having brass embellishments including fabulous duck
Category
1990s American Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
Bespoke Italian Post Modern Rose Pink Murano Glass Geometric Couture Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A fun modernist table / desk lamp, a contemporary organic creation entirely hand made in Italy, the
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 24 in D 10 in
lamp table abacus suanpan chinese calculator 13 rods 2 heaven 5 earth beads
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
INTO A TABLE LAMP, 16½“ HIGH
Fun and engaging, interactive table lamp that can also be used as
Category
Antique 1880s Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Hardwood, Beads
H 16.54 in W 7.49 in D 4.93 in
Vintage Mid-Century World Map Globe Lamp Light by JRO Verlag Munich circa 1970s
By JRO-Verlag 1
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
Wonderful vintage Mid-Century fun world map globe table lamp or desk light by JRO-Verlag München
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 14.57 in Dm 9.85 in
Verner Panton 'Fun 1STM' Floor Lamp in Sea Shells and Chrome for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
listings. This listing is for the 'Fun 1STM' table lamp in chrome, sea shells and stainless steel.
In
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal, Stainless Steel
Verner Panton 'Fun 1STM' Floor Lamp in Sea Shells and Brass for Verpan
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Glendale, CA
. This listing is for the 'Fun 1STM' table lamp in brass, sea shells and stainless steel.
In stock lead
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal, Stainless Steel
Vintage Fun 1TM Table Lamp by Verner Panton
By J. Luber Ag, Verner Panton
Located in Bern, CH
The Fun 1TM Table lamp was designed by Verner Panton during the 1960s. Our version is an original
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Jacques Adnet "Stirrup" Table Lamp
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fun Jacques Adnet "stirrup" table lamp!
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
An Italian White and Yellow Ceramic Table Lamp
By Raymor
Located in Asheville, NC
A super fun and unique Italian ceramic table lamp, imported by Raymor. Yellow contrasts very well
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Midcentury Verner Panton Fun Table Lamp
By Verner Panton
Located in Paris, FR
Midcentury Fun table lamp designed by Verner Panton (1926-1998) in the 1960s. It is composed of a
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Verner Panton Fun Table Lamp
By Verner Panton
Located in Geneva, CH
Verner Panton fun shell table lamp produced by Lüber Switzerland, circa 1965
Very good condition
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Verner Panton Pair of Lamps, Model "Fun"
By J. Luber Ag, Verner Panton
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of original "Fun" table lamps designed by Verner Panton (1926-1998) in the 1960s, manufactured
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Set of Three Midcentury Table Lamps by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen
By Holm Sørensen, ASEA
Located in Stockholm, SE
Set of three fun table lamps by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen, made from metal with red, perforated
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fun, Perky 1970s Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yellow glazed ceramic table lamp circa 1970s. Has a great character and presence. Newly rewired.
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Super Fun Space Age Table Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Amarillo, TX
Awesome three light table lamp straight out of 2001, or Logan's Run.
Cylinder Heights are 18
Category
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Fun Black Belt Vetrai Murano Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Murano lamps have a fun skirt shape with an applied glass black belt! With a white powder coated
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Fun Op To Pop Memphis Style Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD APRIL 2013 Exciting & fun, this Italian black & white ceramic table lamp of stacked ball forms
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Fun and Folky Wicker Cat Table Lamps by Mario Torres
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fun and folky wicker or reed table lamps in the shape of seated cats. These felines are crafted
Category
20th Century Mexican Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Wicker
Fun Large White Hibiscus Form Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Beautifully detailed overscaled Hibiscus Flower sculptural lamps of satin white patinated moulded
Category
American Table Lamps
Fun Plexi Lamps with Glass Globe
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FOR SATURDAY SALE FOR ONE WEEK.ITEM MUST BE PAID FOR IMMEDIATELY WITH ANY MAJOR CREDIT CARD.
Category
Late 20th Century Table Lamps
Pair of Table Lamps Fun 2TM by Verner Panton for Lueber
By Verner Panton
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
The Fun 2TM is a great table lamp designed by Verner Panton in 1964 for Lueber, Switzerland. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Table Lamps
Fun Pair of Aqua Blue Porcelain Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Fun pair of aqua lamps original from the 1960's.
Category
American Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Very Fun Vintage Pair Of Chromed Lamps
Located in New York, NY
An adorable pair of Italian lamps, on a round chromed base with curved stem, each decorated with a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Fun Mid Century Cork Lamp With Woven Shade
Located in Buchanan, MI
Mid Century Cork Lamp With Woven Shade
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Materials
Cork
1960s Very Fun Pair of Murano GLass Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Murano glass lamps inspired by the character Carmencita (created in the 1960s by Armando
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Murrine
Fun Pair of Chunky Frosted and Clear Lucite Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
Lovely pair of lamps that can easily be placed in almost any room to give a more vibrant fun feel
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Very Fun 1960s Italian Pair Of Figural Chromed Lamps
Located in New York, NY
An adorable pair of Italian lamps, on a round chromed base with curved stem, each decorated with a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Fantastic Lucite Table Lamp
Located in Amarillo, TX
Fun vintage Lucite table lamp. Very heavy and substantial appearance
Category
Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Rocket Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Tilburg, NL
Fun and decorative rocket shaped table lamp in brass, opaline glass and wood.
A very distinct
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Table Lamps
Located in Doylestown, PA
A fun pair of French table lamps with white alabaster bases and decorative gilt tole wheat sheaves.
Category
Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Metal
Pair of Chrome Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of fun and decorative 1960's table lamps. Chrome base with a sphere made of plastic.
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Wilmar Ceramic Penguin Table Lamp
Located in Garnerville, NY
A fun ceramic figural penguin table lamp by The Wilmar Company, circa 1970. Wilmar has been making
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Vivid Teal and Gold Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of fun mid-century table lamps with matching shades. Deep teal blue with accenting gold
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Italian 1970s Snail Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Fun and glam table lamp in brass with a majestic snail in porcelain. Has two light bulbs that sits
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970s Kovacs Denim Clad Table Lamp
By Kovacs, George Kovacs
Located in Garnerville, NY
Signed George Kovacs denim clad table lamp. Crazy fun 1970s denim table lamp when designer jeans
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric
Pair of Italian multicolor ceramic table lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice and fun pair of ceramic table lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Large Pinecone Shaped Table Lamp, Italy, 1950s
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Impressive and fun Italian ceramic table lamp in yellow with original lampshade. Room for three
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
1960s Modern Cork Table Lamp Blue & Green Tiles
By George Nelson, Bill Curry & Design Line
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Table Lamp
Fabulous & Fun Midcentury Modern Atomic Cork Table Lamp with circular Green and Aqua on
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Spun Fiberglass Retro Mini Rocket Table Lamp, 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
Vintage Spun fiberglass retro mini rocket table lamp, 1960
This fun and stylish table lamp is
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
Parrot & Toucan Wicker Table Lamp by Mario Lopez Torres
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in San Diego, CA
A rare and fun parrot and toucan wicker table lamp by Mario Lopez Torres, circa 1970s. The lamp is
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Ceramic Raymor Giraffe Table Lamps Italian
By Raymor
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a beautifully fun pair of ceramic table lamps, depicting giraffes, with
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Memphis Style Table Lamp with Cobalt Blue Orb and Brass Accents
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fun Ettore Sottsass inspired table lamp with a large cobalt blue lacquered wood ball body supported
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
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Fun Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of fun table lamps available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct fun table lamps — often made from metal, shell and mother-of-pearl — can elevate any home. Find 25 antique and vintage fun table lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Fun table lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Fun table lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made fun table lamps over the years, but those made by Verner Panton, Verpan and J. Luber Ag are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Fun Table Lamps?
Fun table lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,485, while the lowest priced sells for $295 and the highest can go for as much as $5,764.
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 Fun Table Lamps
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2024To 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, 2023The 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, 2023To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The 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, 2024To 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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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.