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Pair of Vintage Italian White Raised Grapes and Vines Signed Lamps
By Morris Greenspan
Located in Charleston, SC
These lamps are just gorgeous! With an urn shape and a grape leaves relief. The body is highly
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

A pair of Vintage Italian White Raised Grapes and Vines Signed Lamps
By Morris Greenspan
Located in Charleston, SC
These lamps are just gorgeous! With an urn shape and a grape leaves relief. The body is highly
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Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

1950/70 Pair of Bronze Lamps and Egg Amber Way Signed Charles With Brass Shade
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of signed lamps Charles Made in France, structures bronze and egg amber way, in fractable
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1970s French Neoclassical Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Curtis & Jeré, Geometric Lamp, Year 1983
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Curtis & Jeré, signed. Lamp in lacquered metal, gray and blue, geometric shape. American
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20th Century American Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Curtis & Jeré, Geometric Lamp, Year 1983
Curtis & Jeré, Geometric Lamp, Year 1983
H 25.6 in W 27.56 in D 4.73 in
Maison Charles, Lamp in Bronze, 1970s
By Maison Charles
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Charles, Signed. Lamp in gilt and silver bronze, representing an ear of corn. Shade in
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20th Century European Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Vintage Maison Charles, Lamp in Bronze, 1970s
Maison Charles, Lamp in Bronze, 1970s
H 32.68 in W 5.91 in D 5.12 in
Maison Charles, Lamp "Reed" in Bronze, 1970s
By Maison Charles
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Maison Charles, signed. Lamp, “Vase reeds” model, in silvered and gilded bronze, the reeds in a
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Mid-20th Century French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Vintage Maison Charles, Lamp "Reed" in Bronze, 1970s
Maison Charles, Lamp "Reed" in Bronze, 1970s
H 28.35 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
1 pair Art Deco double arm lamps by Degué, 1940s
By Degué
Located in Saarburg, RP
2 Art Deco table lamps with Degué glasses - 1940s These two signed lamps are a design classic from
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Signed Antonio Zen Hexagonal Lamps, Made in Italy
By Antonio Zen None
Located in Lomita, CA
hand-painted porcelain hexagonal table lamps are decorated and signed by the artist, Antonio Zen, Made
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Laurel Lamp, Frosted Glass, Brushed Chrome-Plated Steel, Signed
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Laurel Lamp, Frosted Glass, Brushed Chrome-Plated Steel, Signed. Small scale swinging 1960's table
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Steel

Mid Century Large Shell Lamp stamped Rougier
By Maison Rougier
Located in Dallas, TX
lamp has an organic and timeless style. The signed lamp is impressive by it's very large size. Early
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1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Acrylic

Vladimir Kagan Custom Floor Lamp with Cloud Shaped table for Kagan-Dreyfus
By Kagan-Dreyfuss, Inc., Vladimir Kagan
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
this signed lamp. This lamp retains all its original parts. Original shade as some small paint loss on
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Marbro Murano Glass Millefiori Table Lamp, 1950s-1960s, Double Signed
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
hardware, harp, and finial. The lamp is signed with the Marbro sticker on the socket and with the paper
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Brass

Post-Modern Copper Floor Lamps by Jim Bindman for Rainbow Lamp, 1980s, Signed
By Jim Bindman, Rainbow Lamp Company 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
features beautiful verdigris copper tubes with copper shades and accents. Signed with Rainbow Lamp labels
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal, Copper

Westwood Lamps, Bronze, Signed
By Westwood Industries
Located in New York, NY
Westwood Lamps, Bronze, Signed. Small scale chunky lamps in cast bronze by Westwood Industries
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Westwood Lamps, Bronze, Signed
Westwood Lamps, Bronze, Signed
H 20 in W 8.25 in D 9 in
Stilnovo Signed Floor Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Munich, DE
very light and elegant floorlamp. One of the 3 lampshades is marked stilnovo. a simular lamp was
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Architectural Lamp by Casual Lamps of California, 1988
By Casual Lamps of California
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Nice architectural lamp signed Casual lamps 1988. Included is the original linen look shade. Lamp
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1980s American Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Signed Venini Vintage Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Signed
By Venini
Located in North Miami, FL
Signed "Venini 1994" at base and to underside of white glass bowl reflector. This is blue glass rod
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass

Art Deco Lamp Signed Maynadier
Located in NANTES, FR
Art Deco lamp circa 1930. Wrought iron base and pressed molded tulip with floral decoration. In
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Signed Lamps

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Wrought Iron

Art Deco Lamp Signed Maynadier
Art Deco Lamp Signed Maynadier
H 13.39 in Dm 4.14 in
Midcentury Signed Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage ceramic table lamp , clean and elegant,Great decorative lighting that can be used in any
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20th Century North American Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
By Romeo Paris
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970s tables lamps in acrylic resin.
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1970s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Acrylic

Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
Pair of Psychedelic Lamps Signed
H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 5.12 in
1970s Lamp Signed Daum France
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
1970s lamp in crystal by Daum France.
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1970s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Crystal

1970s Lamp Signed Daum France
1970s Lamp Signed Daum France
H 9.85 in W 6.7 in D 1.97 in
Signed Maison Charles "Eagle" Lamp
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Maison Charles lamp, bronze eagle, original bronze shade. Three lights, 60 watts per light
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Midcentury Modern 1960s Vintage Walnut Sculptural Table Lamps, Organic Modern
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This handsome midcentury modern table lamp is not signed but is attributed to Modeline, known for
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

A ceramic signed table lamp
By Atelier Cerenne of Vallauris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A 1950 ceramic table
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

A ceramic signed table lamp
A ceramic signed table lamp
H 13.78 in Dm 7.49 in
Signed Romeo Rega Table Lamp 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Striking table lamp by renowned Italian designer Romeo Rega from the 1970s, showcasing his
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass, Chrome

Signed Romeo Rega Table Lamp 1970s
Signed Romeo Rega Table Lamp 1970s
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Signed Donghia Handblown Murano Glass Lamp
By Donghia
Located in Redding, CT
Signed Donghia Handblown Murano Glass Lamp This elegant "Vela" lamp will add sophistication to any
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass

Signed Donghia Handblown Murano Glass Lamp
Signed Donghia Handblown Murano Glass Lamp
H 27.25 in W 12 in D 2.75 in
Pair Brutalist Mid Century Lamps Signed
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Brutalist Mid Century Lamps Signed Captivating pair of handmade brutalist lamps. Crafted from
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Aluminum

Art Déco "Africanist" Terracotta Lamp Signed
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice Terracotta lamp Circa 1940's France Signed but unreadable Dimensions given without
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1940s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Terracotta

Art Déco "Africanist" Terracotta Lamp Signed
Art Déco "Africanist" Terracotta Lamp Signed
H 11.82 in W 14.97 in D 4.73 in
1960's ceramic lamp signed Besson
By M. Besson
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice abstract geometric ceramic lamp signed by Marcel Besson Located in Vallauris south of
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1960s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Hansen Lamp, Acrylic, Nickel Chrome, Signed
By Hansen Lighting Co.
Located in New York, NY
Hansen lamp, acrylic, nickel chrome, signed. High quality slender polished clear acrylic cylinder
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Acrylic

Big Ceramic Table Lamp Signed Mattli
Located in grand Lancy, CH
White big ceramic table lamp signed Mattli, little damage on the shade see photo, Dimensions with
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1970s Swiss Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

1980s Signed Brutalist Bronze Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Stunning pair of 1980s solid bronze Brutalist style table lamps with chrome shades. The lamps are
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1980s American Brutalist Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass, Chrome, Bronze

Vintage Table Lamps Signed LEE REYNOLDS
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Lamps Signed LEE REYNOLDS We have many other similar Lee Reynolds lamps listed including another
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1970s Vintage Signed Lamps

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Plaster

Vintage Table Lamp Signed LEE REYNOLDS
By Lee Reynolds
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Lamp Signed LEE REYNOLDS We have many other similar Lee Reynolds lamps listed including another pair
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1970s Vintage Signed Lamps

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Plaster

Signed AP Stoneware Rock Shaped Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We purchased this great pair of stoneware lamps marked with an AP monogram out of an incredible
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1970s Unknown Vintage Signed Lamps

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Stoneware

Signed AP Stoneware Rock Shaped Lamps
Signed AP Stoneware Rock Shaped Lamps
H 42 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in
Signed Table Lamp by Design Technics
By Design Technics
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Wonderful magnesium white glazed lamp by Design Technics. This design is a rare one as usually this
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass

Donghia Signed Murano Glass Table Lamps
By Angelo Donghia
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fully rewired with gray twist cotton cording. New nickel-plated brass sockets and harps with dew drop matching glass finials. Gorgeous hand-blown water blue Murano glass commissioned...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Art Glass

Pair of Walnut and Brass Table Lamps in Style of Modeline, Mid Century Modern
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
mounted on round brass bases, with brass elements and hardware. The lamps are not signed and are missing
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass

1970s Pair of Philippe Barbier Lamp Signed
By Philippe Barbier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
identically. The signature is located under the base of the lamps, signed "Barbier-Paris" (see photo) One bulb
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1970s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Wood

Verner Panton Panthella Burgundy Table lamp signed
By Verner Panton
Located in Valladolid, ES
elegant design of the lamp. This table lamp is signed on the base hand has the original cable and it works
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

Large lamp in Sevres porcelain signed Boutaleb
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice, large Sevres porcelain lamp signed by Boutaleb Dated 1969 This lamp is ultra rare
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1960s French Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Raymor Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brown, Pinecone, Signed
By Raymor
Located in New York, NY
Raymor ceramic table lamp, brown pinecone, signed. Medium scale tapered lamp with pinecone relief
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Pair of Gambone Ceramic Table Lamps, Signed
By Bruno Gambone
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
instead. Each lamp is signed on the bottom “Gambone / Italy”. Sculptural lamps are in the form of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Hegnetslund Lamp, Ceramic, White Textured Relief, Signed
By Hegnetslund
Located in New York, NY
Hegnetslund lamp, ceramic, white textured relief, signed. Large ceramic table lamp glazed in white
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass

1970s Ceramic Table Lamp Signed Rojet Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
1970s ceramic lamp made in Vallauris Signed Dimensions given without shade No shade included.
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1970s European Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Bitossi Lamp, Ceramic, Stripes, Blue, White, Signed
By Bitossi
Located in New York, NY
Bitossi lamp, ceramic, white and blue stripes, signed. Bottle shaped form table lamp with
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Zaccagnini Lamp, Ceramic, Geodesic, Silver Pewter, Signed
By Urbano Zaccagnini, Buckminster Fuller
Located in New York, NY
Zaccagnini lamp, ceramic, silver pewter, signed. Small scale spherical shaped table lamp
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Table lamp sculpture signed Willy Daro 1970s
By Willy Daro
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Discover this stunning table lamp, a gem of mid-century design created and signed by renowned
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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Agate, Brass

Table lamp sculpture signed Willy Daro 1970s
Table lamp sculpture signed Willy Daro 1970s
H 30.71 in W 19.1 in D 15.36 in
Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed Curtis Jere chrome skyscraper floor lamp. Style of Paul Evans Cityscape.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Metal

Horse Bust Table Lamp, Signed Gucci, 1970s
By Gucci
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This is lamp is a wonderful example of the creativity of the House of Gucci a real powerhouse for
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Han Pieck Signed Unique Floor Lamp
Located in Oosterbeek, NL
. The lamp is actually hand signed by mr.Pieck. A must have item for plywood lovers or collectors.
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1940s Dutch Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Ceramic Table Lamp, Signed, France, circa 1970
By Dominique Pouchain
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A ceramic table lamp with a glazes decoration. Signed under the base, circa 1970. Perfect
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20th Century French Beaux Arts Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

Ralph Lauren Table Lamp Ceramic White Signed
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Ralph Lauren Ceramic Table Lamp in
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1980s Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic, Wood

Alessandro Mendini Mimi Plastic Table Lamp Signed
By Alessandro Mendini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute and small table lamp designed by Alessandro Mendini.
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Plastic

1960 Turned olive wood lamp signed Conran
By Sir Terence Conran
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Composed of a hand-turned olive wood pyramidal shaft, designed by Terence Conrad in the Habitat period, equipped with a light arm. It is covered with an off-white cotton canvas, cyli...
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1960s British Vintage Signed Lamps

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Wood

Kelby Mid-century Ceramic Table Lamp, Signed
By Kelby
Located in North Miami, FL
Intricate modern engraved design throughout on a matte brown oval body. Shade shown is for photography purposes and NOT included. Newly rewired with double cluster fitting, silk cabl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Ceramic

French Art Deco Table Lamp Signed Degue
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Long Island City, NY
A French Art Deco table lamp by the French artist "Degue". A Hexagonal shade is enhanced with
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Signed Lamps

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Bronze

Pair of Signed Maison Charles Table Lamp
By Maison Charles
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Corail table lamp, made by the famous Maison Charles Top quality pieces. Measures
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

Stilnovo Table Lamp Black Marble Base Signed
By Stilnovo
Located in Munich, DE
Fantastic table lamp by Stilnovo from the 1960 attributed to Gino Sarfatti. The marble base is
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

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Marble, Metal

Stilnovo Table Lamp Black Marble Base Signed
Stilnovo Table Lamp Black Marble Base Signed
H 17.33 in W 16.74 in D 9.06 in
1970's Ceramic Sun Table Lamp, Signed Brown
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Large scale vintage ceramic lamp depicting a hand painted sun. Signed Brown. Lamp is in excellent
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Signed Lamps

Materials

Pottery

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Vintage Signed Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage signed lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and chrome, all vintage signed lamps available were constructed with great care. Vintage signed lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Modern vintage signed lamps are consistently popular styles. Vintage signed lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Cedric Hartman, Marlee and Phyllis Morris are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Signed Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,705, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $15,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Signed Lamps
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.

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