Handmade Table Lamp
to
116
716
380
633
514
39
377
207
71
58
16
14
10
8
3
2
1
1
4
627
553
42
383
150
1
4
23
18
25
59
108
81
19
12
590
495
297
186
152
816
206
200
175
175
1,182
915
1,010
61
36
35
26
19
Sort By
Pair of Spanish Handmade Table Lamps
Located in Marbella, ES
Pair of Spanish handmade table lamps.
Category
2010s Spanish Table Lamps
Materials
Straw
Sevres Modele et Decoration Exclusive a la Main Handmade Table Lamp Base, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Sevres Modele et Decoration Exclusive a la Main Handmade Table Lamp Base, 1960s
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 13.39 in Dm 5.12 in
Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp CIBELE, Layers of Marble, and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade table lamp model CIBELE.
The base consists of three layers of marble, on a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 25.2 in W 16.93 in D 5.91 in
Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp DIOTIMA Layers of Marble and Brass, by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade table lamp model DIOTIMA.
The base consists of three layers of marble, on a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 25.2 in W 16.93 in D 5.91 in
Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp "Aichmé" Solid Marble and Brass Base by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary handmade table lamp model "Aichmé" in solid marble and cast brass base. Circular silk
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 27.56 in Dm 19.69 in
Portuguese Rustic Handmade Table Lamp
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Rustic handmade lamp. Made with a natural wood base and a yellow fabric lampshade. The base
Category
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Artisan Handmade Table Lamp
Located in Søborg, DK
An Art Deco artisan handmade carved table lamp in beech wood.
Very skillfully executed with a
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Beech
Robert Kostka Brass handmade Table lamp 1980s France
By Robert Kostka
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice unique handmade Copper table lamp . by Robert Kostka France 1980s
comes with its
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Vitrum - Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp by Caio Superchi
By Superchi Studio
Located in Lisbon, Lisboa
The Vitrum table light came from the reuse of old electrical insulators made of tempered glass used
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Achille Handmade Table Lamp Minimalist Aluminum Design Soft Diffused Light
Located in București, RO
The Achille Table Lamp is a sculptural lighting piece that blends minimalist design with refined
Category
2010s Romanian Minimalist Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
H 20.08 in W 1.97 in D 12.6 in
Handmade Table Lamp in Turned Beechwood Scandinavian Modern, Denmark, 1950s
By Lisbeth Brams
Located in Odense, DK
Charming unique table lamp in turned beechwood by a Danish cabinetmaker. Made in the 1950s Denmark
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Beech
Viga - Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp Minimalist Limited by Caio Superchi
By Superchi Studio
Located in Lisbon, Lisboa
piece comes with a lamp (Led 3w) and is delivered in a wooden box that can be reused and guarantees its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 2.76 in
Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp "Hypnos" Marble with Brass Lampshade by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary, handcrafted table lamp, model "Hypnos" with a marble base with oxidized brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 19.69 in W 28.35 in D 9.06 in
Contemporary Handmade Table Lamp "Iskios" Marble with Brass Lampshade by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Contemporary, handcrafted table lamp, model "Iskios" with a marble base with oxidized brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 19.69 in W 28.35 in D 9.06 in
Templo Lamp - Modern Memphis Handmade Table Lamp in Walnut and Stainless Steel
By Steven Bukowski
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Evoking ritual candelabras of the past, the Templo table lamp takes on a certain austere quality
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 10 in W 15 in D 3.5 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Handmade Table Lamp, Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
”
Description:
5’-0” clear cord. Matte with a slight sheen, white table lamp. Candelabra socket, LED G16 40W
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 10.25 in W 5 in D 8.75 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Handmade Table Lamp, White Stone, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
”
Description: 5’-0” clear cord. Matte with a silky-to-the-touch sheen, white table lamp. Candelabra socket, LED
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
Unique Handmade Table Lamp in Mother of Pearl 70s Style Verner Panton G220
By Verner Panton
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Handcrafted table lamp in the style of Verner Panton from the 70s. Chromed steel structure, cast
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
H 16.54 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in
Handmade 20th Mid Century Brown Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp Signed 1970
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French handmade table lamp
Signed under the base with a star, circa 1970
Elegant stoneware
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
H 11.82 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Rare Handmade Leucos Table lamp, Limited Edition in White Opalescent Glass
By Leucos Design Lab, Leucos
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique and Stunning Handmade table lamp manufactured by Leucos Italy in the 1960s, signed. The lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 17.72 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Stoneware Table Lamp Handmade by "Sejer" Denmark, 1960s Brutalism
By Sejer Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Unique handmade table lamp made in the 1960s at "Sejer" ceramics workshop in Denmark in brutalist
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Raw Lined and Blue Glazed Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Modernist handmade table lamp with raw ceramic lined textured body and glazed neck in blue and
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Art Deco Vintage Silver Plated Table Lamp, France, 1920s
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare elegant handmade table lamp, which is silver plated and partly provided with ornaments on the
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Black Abstract Stoneware Ceramic Table Lamp 1980 Lighting Signed
By La Borne Potters
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
French handmade table lamp
Elegant 20th century stoneware ceramic table lamp
Circa 1980
Shiny
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Stylish Bulb Shaped Table Lamp by Glashutte Limburg, German, 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A stunning handmade table lamp designed in the shape of a light bulb designed by Herbert Proft for
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Vintage Teak Wood "Spotlight" Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A playful and eclectic handmade table lamp with a beautiful, smooth, teak wood finish. A truly
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Octagonal Black Straw Marquetry Table Lamp Handmade in Uk Contemporary
Located in London, GB
for an individual lamp
12 weeks lead time.
Beautiful handmade table lamp, entirely make in the UK
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 12.6 in W 12.01 in D 2.37 in
Table Lamp in Brass Signed Paul Moerenhout, circa 1970
By Paul Moerenhout
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare handmade table lamp signed by Paul Moerenhout.
He was a midcentury artist and designer and
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Danish Modern Brown, Cream Table Lamp by Jensen for Søholm
By Svend Åge Jensen, Søholm Stentøj
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Beautiful rustic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern handmade table lamp by ceramicist Svend Aage
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery
Vintage Pair of Large Black Lacquer and Brass Table Lamps by James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sizeable pair of handmade table lamps with black lacquered wood bases and shades & brass characters
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Table Lamp in Blue or Brown Straw Marquetry Handmade in UK Contemporary
Located in London, GB
for an individual lamp
12 weeks lead time.
Beautiful handmade table lamp, entirely make in the UK
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 13.78 in W 10.24 in D 7.49 in
Contemporary Taiga Ceramic Table Lamp by JAS
By Jonathan Amar
Located in Paris, FR
A contemporary artisanal handmade table lamp crafted out of enameled ceramic in unique green and
Category
2010s Moroccan Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel
Contemporary Handcrafted Table Lamp "Tallos" in Marble and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Handmade table lamp model "Tallos" with marble base and oxidized brass decorative pattern. Silk
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 30.32 in W 18.12 in D 8.27 in
Mid-Century Swedish Wooden Veneer Table Lamp from Vamhus, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Swedish table lamp made of wood.
Handmade table lamp from Vamhus. The diffuser is made of
Category
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Handcrafted Table Lamp "Ophion" Lacquered Wood and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Handmade table lamp model "Ophion" in lacquered wood and solid brass base in a wavy free form
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 36.62 in W 22.84 in D 8.67 in
Handmade Table Lamp with Sphere in Satin White Carrara Marble and Metal
By Fiammetta V.
Located in Carrara, IT
Metal table lamp with sphere in white Carrara marble in collaboration with Anime Design.
This
Category
2010s Italian Decorative Bowls
Materials
Marble, Metal
Table Lamp in Art Glass 24-Karat Gold by Marcolin Art Crystal, Sweden, 1960s
By FM Konstglas 1
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A beautiful and exquisite handmade table lamp in art glass encased with 24-karat gold by Glass
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold
Matte white wall light made with the golden ratio, suitable for indoor/outdoor
By Manolo Eirin
Located in Carballo, ES
Handmade table lamp or bookcase lamp.
Dimensions: 11,5 cm (Deep) x 26 cm (Width) x 26 cm (Height
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
H 10.24 in W 10.24 in D 4.53 in
Adolf Loos Style Lamp in Brass & Faceted Glass, Austria 1950s
By Adolf Loos
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a gorgeous handmade table lamp in Adolf Loos style. The lamp is
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Stemlite Organic Nordic Modern Turned Dark Teak Wood Table Lamp by Designline
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
THIS ITEM IS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING!
An artisan handmade table lamp by Design Line. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Teak
Stemlite Organic Nordic Modern Turned Natural Teak Wood Table Lamp by Designline
By Design Line
Located in Philadelphia, PA
THIS ITEM IS ELIGIBLE FOR FREE SHIPPING!
An artisan handmade table lamp by Design Line. It
Category
2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass, Teak
Unique Ceramic Table Lamp by Møller & Bøgely, Art Nouveau, Denmark, 1910s
By Møller & Bogely
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful handmade table lamp made in Denmark between 1910-1920 at "Møller & Bøgely" workshop. The
Category
Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
Flo Handwoven Wicker Flower Table Lamp
By Jonathan Amar
Located in Paris, FR
An exceptional handmade table lamp entirely handwoven in naturally sourced wicker. This rare form
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Table Lamps
Materials
Wicker
Bronze Owl Table Lamp - handmade
By Heinrich Filter Bronze Art
Located in Pretoria, Gauteng
provided. Bronze table lamp with bronze base of L 23 cm x W 14.
Each sculptural table lamp is handmade
Category
2010s South African Expressionist Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Handmade Crystal & Chrome Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Beautiful handmade bespoke crystal table lamps.
Perfect vintage addition and usable decor to add
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Crystal, Chrome
Handmade Turned Oak Table Lamp
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1970s
Handmade turned oak table lamp. Beautiful organic form. No maker's marks. This is a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Unique Handmade Brass Table Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
lamp was handmade and gifted in 1951 and now you can own a unique piece.
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Handmade Swedish Wooden Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handmade Swedish organic modern wooden table lamp. Graphic soft shaped light and dark wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Handmade Italian Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Beautiful and curvy handmade Italian vintage ceramic table lamp base in off white glaze with black
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Textile
Elephants table lamp , handmade and cast
By RinDesign
Located in London, GB
A sculptural table lamp of mother and baby elephants happily strolling with their trunks up . A
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Resin
Hartau Table Lamp Handmade by Darmes
Located in Geneve, CH
Hartau table lamp handmade by Darmes
Design by Alexandre Joncas
Dimensions: D 44 x W 15 x H 58.5 cm
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Midcentury Handmade Italian Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Unusual ceramic table lamp in cobalt blue and gold with a white cotton lamp shade. Marked
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp is in very good vintage condition.
The lamps measure 44cm up to the socket.
Please
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
White Hartau Table Lamp Handmade by Darmes
Located in Geneve, CH
White Hartau table lamp handmade by Darmes
Design by Alexandre Joncas
Dimensions: D 44 x W 15 x H
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Contemporary Ceramic Handmade Table Side Lamp, White
Located in Carballo, ES
The design of this lamp is unique and the material is the most durable. This lamp could last
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Bauhaus Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Handmade Stoneware Helix Table Lamp in Matcha
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created by Ethan Streicher, founder of Streicher Goods, located in Brooklyn, NY.
Each Helix lamp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1, 000, 000 Dead Hippies Table Lamp – Handmade Industrial Modern Table Lamp
By Jean-Michel Gadoua
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Lamp made of cold rolled steel and black blown glass. Part of the Acid Mantra collection, this
Category
2010s Canadian Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Scandinavian Handmade Lamp
Located in London, GB
Charming handmade one of a kind table lamp. Made in Scandinavia circa 1950/60.
Bold and chunky
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Dome Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Dome lamp is a brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for accent lighting in all spaces
Category
2010s American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Paddle Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Paddle lamp is a small, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for bedside or accent lighting
Category
2010s American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
- 1
- ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Handmade Table Lamp", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Handmade Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the handmade table lamp you’re looking for. Each handmade table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and brass. There are 141 variations of the antique or vintage handmade table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 91 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a handmade table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A handmade table lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Soholm Pottery, La Borne Potters and Robert Kuo each produced at least one beautiful handmade table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Handmade Table Lamp?
A handmade table lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,842, while the lowest priced sells for $350 and the highest can go for as much as $17,245.
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 Handmade Table Lamp
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Read More
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
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.