Vintage Han Style Vase Metal Lamp
$3,400 / item
Vintage Han Style Vase Metal Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Han style, metal vase as lamp. Wooden ball finial. Newer shade. Shade Diameter 21.5”
20th Century Unknown Han Table Lamps
Metal
$3,400 / item
Vintage Han Style Vase Metal Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Han style, metal vase as lamp. Wooden ball finial. Newer shade. Shade Diameter 21.5”
Metal
Karl Springer Style Lucite Lamp
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Superb and impressive large Karl Springer style Lucite table lamp Heavy and massive Without finial and harp: 27" H.
Lucite
Woven Rattan & Brass Stamped Ralph Lauren Lamp
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The lamp and finial are both stamped. Please confirm location with vendor NY or NJ
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern monumental black lacquer table lamp with its original parchment shade. Large scale turned wood table lamp with amazing matching finial!
Fruitwood
Marble Pagoda Chinoiserie Table Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Large Chinoiserie carved marble pagoda form lamp. Matching marble finial. Newly rewired with new chrome double socket.
Marble, Metal
$650 / item
Mid Century Optic Lucite Table Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The block surmounts an angled stepped base and the Lamp has a Lucite finial and quality Leviton fittings.
Lucite
$5,400 / set
Pair of Contemporary Murano Amber Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Contemporary Murano Amber Lamps. Set of 2. The H 16.75" is from the base to the top of the finial.
Brass
Frederick Cooper Tea Canister Tole Lamp
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Brass hardware with harp and finial. Lamp shade not included.
Metal
Price Upon Request
Pair of French Bespoke Glazed Porcelain Swirl Lamps
By Dora Stanczel
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French Bespoke Glazed Porcelain Swirl (formerly named Ruffle) Lamps by Dora Stanczel. Set of 2. Height 1 (from lamp base to finial): 24.5" Height 2 (from lamp base to top of...
Porcelain
Mid-Century Regency Glass Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dual pull-chain sockets and elegant finials elevate the lamp’s vintage charm while providing practical functionality.
Metal
$1,150 / item
Scandinavian Handcrafted White Ceramic Lamp
Located in Bellport, NY
A bulbous form hand-thrown and hand-brushed white ceramic lamp (two available. Chrome cap and rod with a three-way switch, white linen shade, and glass finial.
Ceramic
$2,800 / set
1960's Aluminum French Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
1970's modern French aluminum table lamps with original finial, in vintage condition newly rewired and ready to use, with minor wear to the aluminum due to age and use.
Aluminum
$2,295 / set
1950’s Italian Brass Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Harps are topped with lotus leaf pressed brass finials. Each lamp measures 9.5"W x 6.25"D x 22.25"H to top of socket, 31"H to top of finial.
Brass
Post Modern Plaster Column Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Classic Post Modern plaster circular column floor lamp with matching plaster sphere finial. Dated under side, Oct 1, 1993
Plaster
Vintage Restoration Hardware Bronze Urn Table Lamp
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The lamp stands 19" tall to the top of the socket, and 27.5" - to the top of the finial.
Metal, Bronze
Nathan Lagin Table Lamp Ceramic Neoclassical Revival
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, a vintage Nathan Lagin Table Lamp Ceramic Neoclassical Revival. Dimensions: Lamp: 30" H to finial, 21.5" H to socket, lamp 7" W x 5.5" D, Shade: 14" H x 19...
Ceramic
$2,295 / set
Italian Pieri Tullio Table Lamps, a Pair
By Pieri Tullio
Located in Bradenton, FL
The harps are topped with cream colored wooden ball finials. Each lamp measures 16"W x 16"D x 25"H to top of socket. 31"H to top of finial.
Plaster
$2,450 / set
Vintage Postmodern Chapman Brass Lamps - A Pair
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Topped with a double-socket cluster and an elongated finial, these lamps offer both high-quality illumination and a sculptural presence that speaks to the luxury of the Hollywood Reg...
Brass
$2,500 / set
Vintage Art Deco Cerused Wood Table Lamps
By Heifetz, (after) Jean Michel Frank, James Mont
Located in Chicago, IL
A nice elegant pair od Vintage Art Deco Cerused Wood Table Lamps. The finials are also matching Cerused wood.
Wood
$556Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage Asian Hummingbird Table Lamps Pair
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Pair of Vintage 1960s Asian Chinoiserie Hummingbird Table Lamps With vintage Cloisonne Hummingbird Finial...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wood
Bronze Toned Candlestick Style Metal Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Lamp has metal shade and finial. Height of lamp with shade - 34" Lamp shade bottom - 7" Lamp shade top - 3" Lamp shade high - 5".
$3,400 / set
Pair of 1970's Dove Grey Murano Glass Lamps.
Located in New York, NY
Each socket takes up to 60 Watts / 120 watts per lamp. the height to the finial is 28" and to the top of the glass is 17"
Brass
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps, one with cube form finial. Taller: 31.5" H x 9" W x 4" D.
Chrome
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps, one with cube form finial. Taller: 31.5" H x 9" W x 4" D.
Chrome
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Modern Clear Acrylic and Chrome Table Lamps, one with cube form finial. Taller: 31.5" H x 9" W x 4" D.
Chrome
1970's Rare Golden Amaryllis lamp by Chrystiane Charles
Located in New York, NY
Each socket holds up to 60 Watts 120 Watts Maximum for the lamp. The height to the finial is 33.5" and to the top of the Amaryllis is 22,5"
Brass, Bronze
Brutalist Welded Iron Chain Link Table Lamp 1970s-1980s.
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Brutalist style of the lamp is accentuated by the choice of matte black patina finish; a single link is used as a finial.
Metal, Steel
$1,600 / set
Pair of Royal Worcester Candlestick Lamps
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of Royal Worcester porcelain candlesticks of a children made into lamps with harps and finials not shown.
Porcelain
Vintage Large Double Gourd Celadon Ceramic Table Lamp
By Restoration Hardware
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The lamp stands 22.5" tall to the top of the socket, and 33.25" - to the top of the finial.
Chrome
Mid Century Modern Italian Terracotta Ram's Head Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The warm natural unglazed terracotta offers an organic earthy texture to this large table lamp. Dimensions: 35" H to finial. Recently rewired to US standards.
Terracotta, Wood
$1,395 / item
Turned Ash Bedside Lamp, Marty III
By Aaron Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Turned, maple base with matte black finish and olive green neck and finial. This lamp is 14” tall with an 8” diameter trimless, natural linen shade.
Brass
1970s Brass Brutalist Style Petite Table Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Bulb clip and finial are included, as shown in photos. Lamp from top of finial to base is 15.75” tall Diameter across widest part of shade is 8” Lamp without shade from base to top...
Brass
$1,900 / set
Polished Brass and Acrylic Table Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of 1970s polished brass table lamps with acrylic bases and finials. All new brass hardware and newly re-wired.
Mid-Century Sculptural Wood Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Rewired for U.S.; takes one standard base bulb, 75 watts max. Dimensions: Lamp height to finial 36.5" H, Drum shade 13" W.
Brass
Pair of Tall Crystal & Brass Lamps with Brown Shades
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Their restrained classical proportions are complemented by warm brass patination, creating a sophisticated blend of transparency and gilded ornament. The lamps are shown with dark b...
Crystal, Brass
Bouillotte Lamp With Tole And Bronze Shade
Located in Tampa, FL
The cord has been replaced at sometime and the lamp does work. The finial is original.
Bronze
Organic Modern With Wabi-Sabi Style Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Tested and working. Dimensions: Lamp: 26.38" H finial , 17" H base socket, x 11" W x 7" D.
Stone, Brass
George Bullio, Stacked Triangle Lucite Lamp
By George Bullio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Bullio, Stacked Triangle Lucite lamp with Lucite finial in the manner of Karl Springer.
Chrome
$1,295 / set
Mid Century Modern Lucite Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Each lamp measures 6"W x 6"D x 22.5"H to top of socket, 32"H to top of finial.
Chrome
$3,033 / set
Large Pair Of Faux Bronze Classical Urn Lamps
Located in Kent, Dover
A pair of large English faux bronze Classical urn lamps, on plinths, with flambe finials. Carved wood, painted and gilded.
Brass
$1,560Sale Price|20% Off
Early Volcanic Brutalist Plaster and Mica Lamp
By Sirmos, Jacques Darbaud
Located in New Windsor, NY
Tactile chalk/plaster body table lamp with finial. Amazing surface, circa 1960. Possibly French origin.
Plaster
$675Sale Price|50% Off
Maison Jansen Style Brass Arrow Directoire Lamp
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Original double socket has new interior components. Lamp does not require a harp. Finial is included.
Brass
Restored Seagrass Wicker Table Lamp & Shade, Coastal Style, 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Restored seagrass wicker table lamp & shade, circa 1960s. This gorgeous coastal seagrass lamp is authentic to the era and has been completely disassembled, cleaned and updated wi...
Brass
Massive Mid-Century Modern Murano Tall Aventurine Table Lamp C1955
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular C1955 Murano very large and elegant Aventurine design technique in this fabulous lamp. 12 wide at the base and 42.5 tall to the tip of the finial.
Brass
Vintage Large Brass Footed Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
It stands 18.25" high to the top of the socket, and 26" - to the top of the finial. Sculptural, decorative lamp with elegant form, pronounced metallic texture, and statement piece p...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Travertine Pyramid Table Lamp, Brass Base, 1970s
Located in Dallas, TX
Shade is not included. The height of lamp to the finial is 30" and the height of lamp to the socket base is 22.5".
Travertine, Brass
$836Sale Price|30% Off
Italian Carrara Alabaster Marble and Brass Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1960s vintage Italian carrara Alabaster marble and brass lamp with original harp and finial. Measures 5 wide x 5" deep x 30" high to the top of the finial. 20"H to top of light ...
Alabaster, Carrara Marble, Brass
Postmodern Sculptural Lamps by Pacific Coast - a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
Floor lamp measures 11"W x 11"D x 49.5"H to top of socket, 60.5"H to top of finial.
Ceramic
Italian Carved Alabaster Urn Table Lamp, Acanthus Leaves
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The body of the lamp is decorated with carved leaves motif and mounted on carved ball foot and stepped round alabaster base; the lamp is fitted with the original brass fixtures and t...
Stone, Alabaster, Brass
Vintage 3 Arm Brass & Tole Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Each arm has candlestick style bulb socket at ends. Top of lamp has eagle finial, arrow & tail structure underneath.
Brass
Machine Age Aluminum Musical Note Table Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Aluminum musical note table lamp with original shade and finial. Lamp has been professionally rewired with an in-line switch and pull chains.
Aluminum, Chrome
Pair of Sascha Brastoff Hand-painted Ceramic Lamps, circa 1960
By Sascha Brastoff
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dimensions 11.5" x 5 .5" (at base) x 17" high (to top of socket) x 29" high (top of finial). Absolutely stunning lamps. Being a matching pair, only one is signed.
Ceramic, Paint
Tall Murano Italian Blue Winged Opalescent Table Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A mid century large scale single Murano blue/lavender opalescent colored glass table lamp shaped with protruding fins. Mounted on a giltwood base.
Blown Glass, Giltwood
Stacked Walnut Martz Lamp for Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Incredible wood grain creates a flowing form against the stark lines of the lamp. Original finial. Overall dimensions: 27” tall 15” wide Main wood body portion: 13.5” tall 4.5” wi...
Walnut
$1,295Sale Price / set|30% Off
Pair of Mid-Century Modern, Statement Table Lamps
Located in Bellport, NY
A striking pair of Mid-Century Modern black ceramic lamps and a rare find in these dramatic black wave lamps, three way switch, original finial's, the lamp measures 18 inches from th...
Ceramic
$910Sale Price|35% Off
Arts & Crafts Brass Rose Stem Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant, brass, Arts & Crafts table lamp features a stem base with tiered leaves and planted rose buds with bud finial.
Brass
Yellow Ceramic Chinoiserie Table Lamp Silk Lampshade
Located in New York, NY
Lamp body is a bright yellow ceramic in a Chevron pattern, brass hardware that takes two bulbs and has two on/off button switches (one for each bulb), black base, yellow silk shade w...
Silk, Wood, Ceramic
1950s Wood and Leather Strap Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s wood and leather strap table lamp with matching finial.
$7,819 / item
Large Surculus Table Lamp by Studio Palatin
Located in Geneve, CH
Each piece is made by hand, carefully polished and patinated therefore each lamp is unique. (Five different finials are available.)
Bronze
Vintage Westwood Industries Large Bronze Baluster Table Lamp
By Westwood Industries
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The lamp measures 21" to the top of the socket, and 30.25" - to the top of the finial.
Brass, Bronze
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.