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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

What is a piano lamp?

A piano lamp is a lighting fixture designed to illuminate sheet music and piano keys so that a pianist can see to play. Normally, the lights feature narrow rectangular or compact round or square bases that can easily fit on a piano top. Some have arms that allow their shades to hang down over the front of the instrument. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of piano lamps.

What is a pairpoint lamp?

Pairpoint lamps are lamps with blown glass shades that are collected to this day. Pairpoint is celebrated for three kinds of glass shades: reverse painted landscape shades, blown out or "puffy" reverse painted shades, and ribbed reverse painted shades, many with scenes. Check 1stDibs for a wide range of Pairpoint lamps.

What is a rocket lamp?

The term rocket lamp can refer to any lamp that has a rocket shape or that references a rocket in its design. Many of them feature a tripod base structure and are more abstract in their style, while others are obviously shaped like a rocket. Shop a collection of rocket lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a portable lamp?

As the name suggests, a portable lamp is a lamp that can be moved and plugged in wherever there is an electrical outlet. Floor and table lamps mainly fall under the portable lamp category. Shop a range of antique and vintage portable lamps on 1stDibs.

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

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

$1,900

H 19.5 in Dm 12 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Brass presents with light oxidation consistent with age and use Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 19.5" H x 12" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.125" Top Diameter x ...

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Ego Stengods, Sweden, 1960s

$1,600

H 9 in Dm 7.5 in

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Ego Stengods, Sweden, 1960s

By Bruno Karlsson

Located in High Point, NC

It is stamped and signed on underside. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9” Height x 7.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.25” Top Diameter x 12.25” Bottom Diameter x 7.25” Heig...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Joseph Simon, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Søholm, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s

$2,350

H 12 in Dm 4.5 in

Joseph Simon, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Søholm, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12" Height x 4.5" Diameter Dimensions Shade (inches): 4.25" Top Diameter x 10.25" Bottom Diameter x 8" Height Dimension of Lamp with shade (inches): 15...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

$1,300

H 9.6 in Dm 7.8 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.6"H x 7.8"W x 7.8"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15.5”H x 10”Di...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

$2,200

H 9.625 in Dm 4.55 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.625"H x 4.55"W x 4.55"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.25" Top Diameter x 9" Bottom Diameter x 5.75" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.9”...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Jane & Gordon Martz, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Marshall Studios, 1960s

$3,200

H 12 in Dm 6.25 in

Jane & Gordon Martz, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Marshall Studios, 1960s

By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” Height x 6.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5” Top Diameter x 12.25” Bottom Diameter x 8.75” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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

$1,600

H 14.25 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.25"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 7" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 18.125”H x 1...

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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Andersson & Johansson, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

$1,600

H 15.5 in Dm 6 in

Andersson & Johansson, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

By Andersson & Johansson

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5"H x 6"W x 6"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10" Top Diameter x 12" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 21”H x 12”Diamet...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Elsi Borelius, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

$1,800

H 16.4 in Dm 9.3 in

Elsi Borelius, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

By Elsi Bourelius

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.6"H x 6"Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7”Top Diameter x 10”Bottom Diameter x 5.75”H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.75”H x 10”Diam...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$6,800 / set

H 65 in W 14 in D 14 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Brand new lampshades. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 65.0"H x 14.0"W x 14.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Diameter x 14.0" Bottom Diameter x 10.0" Height Bulb...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Knud Basse, Organic Table Lamp, Stoneware, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

$2,900

H 3.75 in Dm 1.97 in

Knud Basse, Organic Table Lamp, Stoneware, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

By Knud Basse, Michael Andersen & Son

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.5” H x 5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4” Top Diameter x 8.25” Bottom Diameter x 6.25” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 12.75” H x...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric, Stoneware

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$2,400

H 15.5 in Dm 6 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Light oxidation present throughout both lamps. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15.5"H x 6.0"W x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.0" Top Diameter x 6.0" Bottom Diameter...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Daum, Table Lamp, Crystal Glass, Brass, France, 1950s

$2,400

H 6.5 in Dm 2.75 in

Daum, Table Lamp, Crystal Glass, Brass, France, 1950s

By Daum

Located in High Point, NC

A blown crystal glass and brass table lamp produced by Daum, France, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 6.5"H x 2.75"W x 2.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3" Top Diameter x ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1950s

$1,900

H 8.8 in Dm 4.5 in

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue-colored Murano glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.8"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top D...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kupittaan Savi, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Metal, Finland, 1940s

$1,800

H 11.75 in Dm 5 in

Kupittaan Savi, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Metal, Finland, 1940s

By Kupittaan Savi

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.75"H x 5"W x 5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.25”H x 10”D ...

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Copper, France, 1930s

$950

H 12 in Dm 6.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Copper, France, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Scuffs and wear present as illustrated. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12"H x 6.25"W x 6.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions o...

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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Brazilian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

$5,800

H 69 in Dm 16 in

Brazilian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Brazil, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Discoloration to base as illustrated. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 69.0"H x 16.0"W x 16.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 14.25" Top Diameter x 16.0" Bottom Diameter x 1...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$2,400

H 10.85 in Dm 7.5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.85"H x 7.5"W x 7.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10" Top Diameter x 12" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.25”H x 1...

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$3,800

H 63.75 in W 24.5 in D 28 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Metal, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 63.75"H x 24.5"W x 28.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.0" Top Diameter x 10.0" Bottom Diameter x 7.45" ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Ego Stengods, Sweden, 1960s

$1,600

H 13.25 in Dm 6.75 in

Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Ego Stengods, Sweden, 1960s

By Bruno Karlsson

Located in High Point, NC

Stamped and signed on underside. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.25”H x 6.75”W x 6.75”D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top Diameter x 12” Bottom Diameter x 9” Height Dimensions ...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Falkenbergs Belysning, Floor Lamp, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$4,200

H 54.75 in Dm 16 in

Falkenbergs Belysning, Floor Lamp, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Falkenbergs Belysning

Located in High Point, NC

Minor stain on shade. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 54.75"H x 16.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 12.5" Top Diameter x 16.0" Bottom Di...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Carl Fagerlund, Table Lamps, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$3,800 / set

H 28 in Dm 15.5 in

Carl Fagerlund, Table Lamps, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors

Located in High Point, NC

Vintage fabric in fair condition. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 28.0"H x 15.5"W x 15.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 12.0" Top Diameter x 15.5" Bottom Diameter x 12.75"...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Glass

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

$1,800

H 8.5 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.5"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Diameter x 8" Bottom Diameter x 5.25" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.5” H...

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Gunnar Ander, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$1,350

H 8 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in

Gunnar Ander, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By Gunnar Ander

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8"H x 3.5"W x 3.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3" Top Diameter x 8" Bottom Diameter x 5.5" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 10.5” Heig...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s

$1,150

H 7.3 in Dm 4.15 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.3"H x 4.15"W x 4.15"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5" Top Diameter x 8" Bottom Diameter x 5.5" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11”...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Chrome, Glass, France, 1950s

$2,800

H 11 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Chrome, Glass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11"H x 4.75"W x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Diameter x 8" Bottom Diameter x 5.25" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.5” ...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

$1,150

H 8.5 in Dm 4.75 in

Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.5"H x 4.75"W x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4" Top Diameter x 8" Bottom Diameter x 5.5" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.25”...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Henry Brandi, Table Lamp, Glazed Stoneware, Vejbystrand Sweden, 1960s

$1,700

H 16.75 in Dm 6.5 in

Henry Brandi, Table Lamp, Glazed Stoneware, Vejbystrand Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Marked and labeled. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 16.75” Height x 7” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.5” Top Diameter x 15.75” Bottom Diameter x 9.5” Height Dimensions of L...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

$1,500

H 7.7 in Dm 4.5 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.0” Height x 8.0” Diameter Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.7"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D Bulb Specifications: B22 (Bayonet) Bulbs Bulbs are not incl...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of White Quartz Crystal Table Lamps by Joseph Malekan

$9,500 / set

H 32.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Pair of White Quartz Crystal Table Lamps by Joseph Malekan

By Joseph Malekan

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Bevelled clear Lucite base, size: 4”x 4” x1.5. Lamp one and 4”x 3”.75 x 1.5 high Lamp two. Total height of lamp with shade 32.5 Height of lamp without lampshade , from the bottom of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps

Materials

Quartz

American Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Marble, USA, 1950s.

$2,400 / set

H 11 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

American Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Marble, USA, 1950s.

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.4” Height x 10” Diameter Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.0"H x 3.55"W x 3.55"D Bulb Specifications: E-26 (Standard) Bulbs Bulbs are not...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Jane & Gordon Martz, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Marshal Studios, 1950s

$3,200

H 9.75 in Dm 7.25 in

Jane & Gordon Martz, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Marshal Studios, 1950s

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.75” Height x 7.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5” Top Diameter x 12” Bottom Diameter x 7” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 1...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Per Linneman-Schmidt, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Palshus, Denmark, 1960s

$5,200 / set

H 10.93 in Dm 3.95 in

Per Linneman-Schmidt, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Palshus, Denmark, 1960s

By Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Palshus Stentoj

Located in High Point, NC

Signed. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.93” Height x 3.95” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.0” Top Diameter x 8.0” Bottom Diameter x 6.5” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Sh...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

French Designer, Table Lamps, Metal, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s

$3,800 / set

H 9.75 in W 12 in D 5.1 in

French Designer, Table Lamps, Metal, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 9.75"H x 12.0"W x 5.1"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.1" Top Diameter x 5.1" Bottom Diameter x 4.6" Heig...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Jean Boris Lacroix, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s

$4,400 / set

H 13.15 in W 10 in D 3.8 in

Jean Boris Lacroix, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, France, 1940s

By Jean Boris Lacroix

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.15"H x 10.0"W x 3.8"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.4" Top Diameter x 4.45" Bottom Diameter x 4.4" He...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s

$2,800 / set

H 14.75 in W 11 in D 5.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.75"H x 11.0"W x 5.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.1" Top Diameter x 4.6" Bottom Diameter x 4.4" He...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s

$2,400

H 11.5 in W 13.5 in D 5.1 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.5"H x 13.5"W x 5.1"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.1" Top Diameter x 5.1" Bottom Diameter x 4.6" Heig...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Nybro Armaturfabrik, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$2,600 / set

H 16.75 in Dm 5.2 in

Nybro Armaturfabrik, Table Lamps, Brass, Glass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.75"H x 5.2"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.2" Top Diameter x 5.2" Bottom Diameter x 5.5" Height Bulb...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Leola Design, Table Lamp, Bamboo, Rattan, Brass, Germany, 1970s

$2,200

H 15.5 in W 7 in D 7 in

Leola Design, Table Lamp, Bamboo, Rattan, Brass, Germany, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.5"H x 7.0"W x 7.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6.25" Top Diameter x 16.25" Bottom Diameter x 8.65" Height Dime...

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Vintage 1970s German Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$1,500

H 11.4 in W 3.875 in D 3.875 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.4“H x 3.875”W x 3.875“D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.25“ Top Diameter x 10“ Bottom Diameter x 6.25“ Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches)...

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1990s Swedish Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Erik Mornils, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1930s

$2,200

H 10.5 in Dm 7.25 in

Erik Mornils, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 7.5” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15.5” Height x 10” Diameter Overall Dimensions (inches): 1...

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1930s

$2,900

H 12.5 in W 6 in D 5.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Number of Sockets: 1 Standard outlet plug. Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 8" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 18.75” Height x ...

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Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Marianne Starck, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

$1,900

H 11.4 in Dm 5 in

Marianne Starck, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Fabric, Denmark, 1960s

By Marianne Starck

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 8” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17” Height x 10” Diameter Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.4"...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware, Fabric

Gil Agnoloni Attribution, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

$2,800

H 12.5 in W 6 in D 4.25 in

Gil Agnoloni Attribution, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.5"H x 6.0"W x 4.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.2" Top Diameter x 10.2" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 1...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Burl, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$1,900

H 23 in W 16.5 in D 8 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Burl, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Minor stain on shade. Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 23.0"H x 16.5"W x 8.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 14.0" Top Diameter x 16.5" Bo...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Burl, Wood, Fabric

French Designer, Table Lamps, Acrylic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s

$2,200 / set

H 9.5 in Dm 6 in

French Designer, Table Lamps, Acrylic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 9.5"H x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.0" Top Diameter x 6.0" Bottom Diameter x 5.6" Height Bulb S...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1960s

$2,600

H 11.5 in Dm 4.45 in

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Fabric, Metal, Italy, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A blue-colored glass, metal and beige fabric table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1960s. Minor fraying of shade trim.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamps, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

$4,400 / set

H 7.25 in Dm 3.75 in

French Designer, Table Lamps, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.25” Top Diameter x 5.5” Bottom Diameter x 4.25” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11” Height x 5.5” Di...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Alabaster, Brass, France, 1950s

$2,600

H 7.5 in Dm 3.5 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Alabaster, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.25” Top Diameter x 7” Bottom Diameter x 4.25” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.25” Height x 7” Dia...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

$1,600

H 9.5 in Dm 5 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.5” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 5.5” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.5” Height x 10” Diam...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Metal, France, 1950s

$2,800

H 7.75 in Dm 6.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Metal, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 4” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 10.75” Height x 10” Diamete...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

$2,200

H 7.75 in Dm 5 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Metal, France, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diameter x 5” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 11.25” Height x 8” Diameter ...

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

$1,900

H 11 in Dm 9 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.5” Top Diameter x 12.5” Bottom Diameter x 8” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17” Height x 12.5” Diam...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$1,500

H 11.25 in W 6.5 in D 3.5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 5.5” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.25” Height x 10” Diameter Overall Dimensions (inches): ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

French Designer, Table Lamp, Acrylic, Copper, Marble, Fabric, France, 1950s

$2,400

H 9.75 in W 11.25 in D 4.75 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Acrylic, Copper, Marble, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 9.75"H x 11.25"W x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.1" Top Diameter x 5.1" Bottom Diameter x 4.6" He...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Copper

EWÅ Värnamo, Table Lamps, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

$2,200 / set

H 24.25 in W 7.25 in D 13 in

EWÅ Värnamo, Table Lamps, Brass, Sweden, 1970s

By Ewå Värnamo

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 24.25"H x 7.25"W x 13.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Diameter x 12.25" Bottom Diameter x 9.0" Height Di...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Olle Alberius, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Sweden 1960s

$3,600 / set

H 19.5 in Dm 4.8 in

Olle Alberius, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Sweden 1960s

By Olle Alberius

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 19.5"H x 4.8"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Diameter x 12.25" Bottom Diameter x 9.0" Height Dimensions of...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

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