What color should my lamp shades be?

The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.

What is a mica lamp shade?

Mica is a natural mineral that is mined from the earth and then formed into sheets. These sheets can then be handcrafted into lamp shades, which when illuminated, emit a warm earthy glow. Shop a collection of mica lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a softback lamp shade?

A softback lampshade is made by gathering or stretching the outer fabric over a metal frame. This fabric is then cut off, stitched, and finished at the top and bottom of the frame. These shades are often created with a process that involves tucks, pleats, gathers, or smoking. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage softback lamps.

Why do banker’s lamps have green shades?

Banker’s lamps are green because it was believed that the color would be mentally soothing to encourage concentration. It was also thought to reduce eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Can you paint a glass lamp shade?

Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.

What color lamp shade goes with brass?

White color lamp shades go well with polished brass, whereas off-white or cream-colored lamp shades look better with antique brass. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage and antique lampshades to meet any style or décor scheme.

What are the different types of lamp shade fittings?

There are three main lamp shade fittings. Spider fittings which are most commonly used for table and floor lamps, uno fittings and clip-on fittings.

What size should a shade be for a 22-inch lamp?

For a 22-inch lamp, the size of shade that you should consider is around 7 to 7.5 inches in height. Generally, a lampshade should be one-third of the height of a lamp. Its diameter should be twice as wide as the width of the base. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of table lamps.

What is a mica shade?

A mica shade is a type of covering for a floor lamp or table lamp. Instead of fabric, the shade is a mineral called mica. It produces a pleasing warm glow when someone switches the lamp on. Find a variety of mica shade lamps on 1stDibs.

What are the shades of green?

There are nearly 300 shades of green. These shades of green vary in boldness, brightness, and brilliance.

What is a candle shade?

A candle shade is a fixture or cover that is positioned over a candle's flame to protect it. It enhances the light from a candle while minimizing the glare. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary candle shades from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How can I make a DIY capiz shell lamp shade?

Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.

Are there different shades of black?

While there is only one shade of black, there are different finishes: matte, gloss, semi-gloss...etc. Each finish may have a slight effect on the shade of black.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

The 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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

The 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.

How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?

To 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.

TV lamps were first used in the 1950s and were small figure lamps designed to look like animals, people, or other objects. The general idea was that TV lamps could protect a person from damaging their eyes from watching too much TV by diffusing the light.

What is a torchiere lamp?

A torchiere lamp is a type of floor lamp designed to provide ambient illumination. It consists of a column base and a shade that grows wider as the eye travels upward. The position of its bulb or bulbs focus light on the ceiling. Find a selection of torchiere lamps on 1stDibs.

What is the harp of a lamp?

The harp of a lamp is a metal structure that connects the shade to the base of the lamp. Once the shade is on, you can't see the harp.

What are gourd lamps?

A gourd lamp is a light fixture that features a bulbous body inspired by the shape of a gourd. Many fixtures are double gourds, meaning that they feature two rounded protrusions stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gourd lamps.

Lamp With Shade

Stiffel Mid Century Modern

Small White Metal Table

Stiffel Lamps Hollywood Regency

1940 Wood Floor Lamps

Mid Century Chrome Table Lamp

1940s Rattan Furniture

American Glass Table Lamp

Fluted Column Lamp

American Craft, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, USA, 1960s

$950

H 12 in W 7.5 in D 5.25 in

American Craft, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, USA, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 12” H x 7.5” W x 5.25” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

American Craft, Table Lamp, Walnut, America, 1960s

$1,800

H 19.5 in W 6.75 in D 5 in

American Craft, Table Lamp, Walnut, America, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.75” Top Diameter x 14" Bottom Diameter x 9.9" Height Dimensions of Lamp with

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Resin, Austria, 1950s

$2,900

H 13 in W 10 in D 10.5 in

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Resin, Austria, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

brass neck presents with light oxidation. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.0"H x 10.0"W x

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Klase Höganäs, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

$1,800

H 6.75 in Dm 6 in

Klase Höganäs, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches):6.75” H x 6” W x 6” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 11.5” Top Diameter x 6.25

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Fabric, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1960s

$950

H 12.875 in Dm 5.625 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Fabric, Metal, Wood, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

10.5” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 12.875” H x 5.625” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Helle Allpass, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

$6,900 / set

H 11.62 in Dm 5.83 in

Helle Allpass, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

By Helle Allpass

Located in High Point, NC

Shade (inches): 4” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 8” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Markslöjd Attribution, Floor Lamp, Stained Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

$3,600

H 57.25 in W 26 in D 11 in

Markslöjd Attribution, Floor Lamp, Stained Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

By Markslöjd

Located in Stamford, CT

; Sweden c. 1970s Dimensions of lamp with shade - Height: 57.25 inches, Width: 26 inches, Depth: 11 inches

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Markslöjd, Table Lamps, Pine, Sweden, 1980s

$2,400 / set

H 14.25 in Dm 7 in

Markslöjd, Table Lamps, Pine, Sweden, 1980s

By Markslöjd

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of pine table lamps produced by Markslöjd, Kinna, Sweden, c. 1980s. Dimensions of Shade

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

Upsala-Ekeby, Table Lamp, White-Glazed Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

$1,800

H 10.18 in Dm 6 in

Upsala-Ekeby, Table Lamp, White-Glazed Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

By Upsala Ekeby

Located in High Point, NC

) Dimensions of shade (inches) : 4.25 x 10.25 x 6 (top diameter x bottom diameter x height) Dimension of Lamp

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Upsala-Ekeby, Table Lamp, White-Glazed Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

$1,800

H 10.75 in Dm 6 in

Upsala-Ekeby, Table Lamp, White-Glazed Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

By Upsala Ekeby

Located in High Point, NC

) Dimensions of Shade (inches) : 8 x 10 x 7.5 (top diameter x bottom diameter x height) Dimension of Lamp with

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Søholm, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

$1,250

H 13 in Dm 5.25 in

Søholm, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue-glazed table lamp produced by Søholm, Bornholm, Denmark, c. 1960s. Dimensions of Shade

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

American Designer, Table Lamps, Bamboo, Brass, Wood, USA, 1950s

$1,900

H 26.5 in W 4 in D 14 in

American Designer, Table Lamps, Bamboo, Brass, Wood, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

of Lamp (inches): 26.5” H x 10.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 13” Top Diameter x 15

Category

Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Desiree Stentøj, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

$1,950

H 9.5 in Dm 7.5 in

Desiree Stentøj, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

By Desiree

Located in High Point, NC

A gray glazed earthenware table lamp designed and produced by Desiree Stentøj, Denmark, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

American Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, USA, 1950s

$2,900

H 20.5 in W 5.75 in D 4.6 in

American Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 20.5” H x 5.75” W x 4.6” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6“ Top Diameter x 16“ Bottom

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Klosterkeramik, Table Lamps, Ceramic, Sweden, 1960s

$2,600 / set

H 18.25 in Dm 7 in

Klosterkeramik, Table Lamps, Ceramic, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 18.25"H x 7.0" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Diameter x 12.0

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Markslöjd, Table Lamp, Pine Sweden, 1970s

$1,100

H 11.5 in Dm 5.5 in

Markslöjd, Table Lamp, Pine Sweden, 1970s

By Markslöjd

Located in High Point, NC

" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.5” H x 10” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

$5,800

H 72 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in

Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Walnut, Brass, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp with Shade (inches): 72.25” H x 19.75” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-12, E-14, E-26 Bulbs

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

PAF, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$1,150

H 10.625 in Dm 4.7 in

PAF, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By PAF Studio

Located in High Point, NC

"W x 4.7"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.1” H x 8” Diameter Dimensions of Shade

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

American Designer, Freeform Table Lamp, Wood, Fabric, United States, 1960s

$1,700

H 18 in Dm 12 in

American Designer, Freeform Table Lamp, Wood, Fabric, United States, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.5” H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 11” Top Diameter x 12

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gianni Pinna, Table Lamps, Wood, Ceramic, Italy, 1970s

$3,900 / set

H 20.75 in W 11 in D 3.5 in

Gianni Pinna, Table Lamps, Wood, Ceramic, Italy, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Pinna, Italy, c. 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 20.75“ H x 11“ W x 3.5” D Dimensions of Shade

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Hans Bergström, Table Lamp, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$2,200

H 16 in Dm 6.75 in

Hans Bergström, Table Lamp, Oak, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By ASEA, Hans Bergström

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16” H x 6.75” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9“ Top Diameter x 12

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Red-Orange Glazed Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

$1,500

H 6.75 in Dm 5.25 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Red-Orange Glazed Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 6.75” H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.75” Top Diameter x 8.25

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Egon Jakobsson, Table Lamp, Fossil Stone, Sweden, 1990s

$1,150

H 11.2 in Dm 3.55 in

Egon Jakobsson, Table Lamp, Fossil Stone, Sweden, 1990s

Located in High Point, NC

Diameter x 6.25” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.5“ H x 8.25“ Diameter Bulb Specifications

Category

1990s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Swedish Designer, Sizable Table Lamp, Brass, Steel, Leather Sweden, 1940s

$2,500

H 16.34 in Dm 7.49 in

Swedish Designer, Sizable Table Lamp, Brass, Steel, Leather Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16.5” Height x 7.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.5

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass

Swedish Designer, Large Table Lamp, Pine, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

$2,900

H 25.7 in Dm 5.25 in

Swedish Designer, Large Table Lamp, Pine, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

10” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 30.75” H x 14” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bulb

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$4,500

H 9.125 in Dm 4.25 in

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.125“ H x 4.25“ diameterDimensions of Shade (inches): 4“ Top

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Table Lamps, Solid Turned Pine, Sweden, 1970s

$4,500 / set

H 20.5 in Dm 7 in

Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Table Lamps, Solid Turned Pine, Sweden, 1970s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 20.5” H x 7” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10" Top Diameter x 14" Bottom

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

Hans Bergström. Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$5,800

H 58.25 in W 9.75 in D 21.5 in

Hans Bergström. Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By ASEA, Hans Bergström

Located in High Point, NC

, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 58.25“ H x 9.75“ W x 17“DDimensions of Shade (inches

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Chrome Metal, Birch, Sweden, 1930s

$1,150

H 8.8 in Dm 4.25 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Chrome Metal, Birch, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 8.8” H x 4.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.5” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$3,900

H 10.625 in Dm 4.5 in

Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in High Point, NC

. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.625“ H x 4.5” diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.375

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, Italy, 1930s

$1,900

H 16.25 in Dm 8.5 in

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, Italy, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 16.25“ H x 8.5” W x 8.5“DDimensions of Shade (inches): 5.25“Top Diameter x 12.25

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paul Kedelv, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

$950

H 10.375 in Dm 4 in

Paul Kedelv, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 10.375“ H x 4“ W x 4” DDimensions of Shade (inches): 5.375” Top Diameter x 8

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ewald Hald, Table Lamp, Glass, Chrome Metal, Sweden, 1930s

$950

H 8.75 in Dm 6.25 in

Ewald Hald, Table Lamp, Glass, Chrome Metal, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75” H x 6.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 10

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Marble, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

$2,600

H 20.25 in Dm 15 in

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Marble, Fabric, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.5” H x 10.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 2.75” Top Diameter x 5.5

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

$850

H 15.125 in Dm 11.75 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Diameter x 6.875” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15.125” H x 11.75” Diameter Bulb

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Pine

J. Raymond, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Italy, 1932

$1,200

H 8.625 in Dm 5.75 in

J. Raymond, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Italy, 1932

Located in High Point, NC

dated 1932. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.625 “ H x 5.75” W x 5.75“ D Dimensions of Shade (inches

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Blown Glass, France, 1960s

$2,300

H 12.25 in W 6.75 in D 4.5 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Blown Glass, France, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Diameter x 9 “H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 19.25“ H x 12“Diameter Bulb Specifications: E

Category

Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Just Andersen, Table Lamp, Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s

$2,800

H 17.25 in W 5.5 in D 6 in

Just Andersen, Table Lamp, Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s

By Just Andersen

Located in High Point, NC

Lamp (inches): 17.25 “ H x 5.5” W x 6“ D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9 “ Top Diameter x 12“ Bottom

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ewå Värnamo, Table Lamps, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$1,900 / set

H 12 in Dm 4.13 in

Ewå Värnamo, Table Lamps, Teak, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Ewå Värnamo

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12" H x 4.13" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5" Top Diameter x 6.25

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tranås Stilarmatur, Table Lamps, Pine, Leather, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

$2,900 / set

H 16 in Dm 5.25 in

Tranås Stilarmatur, Table Lamps, Pine, Leather, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

By AB Stilarmatur Tranås

Located in High Point, NC

, 1970s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16“ H x 5.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

$1,900

H 5.5 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

4.375” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 8.5” H x 6.25” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Small Table Lamp, Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1930s

$1,100

H 8.75 in Dm 4.25 in

Swedish Designer, Small Table Lamp, Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

. 1930s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75” H x 4.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 2.5” Top

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Nickel, Glass, Austria, 1930s

$4,500

H 18.5 in Dm 14 in

Austrian Designer, Table Lamp, Nickel, Glass, Austria, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 18.5” H x 7.25” W x 11” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.5” Top Diameter x 8

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sizeable Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

$4,900

H 24 in Dm 5.5 in

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Sizeable Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane, Rörstrand

Located in High Point, NC

, Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 24” H x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10” Top

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Wood, Sweden, 1970s

$1,300

H 12 in Dm 6.5 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Pine, Wood, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Diameter x 5.75” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 12” H x 6.5” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Pine

American Designer, Table Lamps, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

$3,900 / set

H 15 in Dm 10.125 in

American Designer, Table Lamps, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

8” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15” H x 10.125” Diameter Bulb Specifications: E-26

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Klase Höganäs, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

$2,800

H 11 in Dm 9.25 in

Klase Höganäs, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.5” H x 5.25” W x 5.25” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.625” Top Diameter x

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware, Fabric

Luxus, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

$2,800 / set

H 21 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in

Luxus, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s

Located in Stamford, CT

example. Will be adapted for US use at the time of purchase. Dimensions of lamp with shade - Height: 21

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Austria, 1950s

$1,900

H 8.875 in W 5 in D 5.25 in

J.T. Kalmar, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in High Point, NC

A brass table lamp produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s

$3,900

H 16.25 in Dm 17.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16.25” H x 6.75” W x 6.75” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.75” Top Diameter x

Category

Vintage 1940s French Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Teak, Pine, Denmark, 1960s

$1,600

H 13 in Dm 4.9 in

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Teak, Pine, Denmark, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13” Height x 4.9” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Teak, Pine

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1970s

$2,900

H 13 in Dm 12.25 in

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Italy, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.0” Height x 12.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 13.75” Top

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s

$1,800

H 14.875 in Dm 10.125 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Diameter x 7.25” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.875” H x 10.125” Diameter Bulb Specifications

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Malmö Metallvarufabrik, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

$2,900

H 18.625 in W 10.75 in D 10.75 in

Malmö Metallvarufabrik, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.25” H x 7” W x 7" D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.125” Top Diameter x 5.125

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

$3,600 / set

H 20.75 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

of Lamp (inches): 16” H x 5.75” W x 5.75” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.875” Top Diameter x 15.75

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, C. 1970s

$1,600

H 17.18 in Dm 8.62 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, C. 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.18” Height x 8.62” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.0” Top Diameter

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ture Berglund, Table Lamps, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

$4,900 / set

H 10 in Dm 5.5 in

Ture Berglund, Table Lamps, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10” H x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Lamp With Shade For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the lamp with shade you’re looking for. A lamp with shade — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 2053 variations of the antique or vintage lamp with shade you’re looking for, while we also have 231 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the lamp with shade you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A lamp with shade made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Barovier&Toso, Laurel Lamp Company and Tiffany Studios each produced at least one beautiful lamp with shade that is worth considering.

How Much is a Lamp With Shade?

Prices for a lamp with shade can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $120 and can go as high as $36,928, while the average can fetch as much as $1,604.

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