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 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.

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 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.

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

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$7,600

H 66.125 in W 16.25 in D 16.25 in

Swedish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

Moderate wear to leather surrounding lamp. Brand new lampshade. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 66.125"H x 16.25"W x 16.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 14.25" Top Diamet...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Harald Notini, Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$7,800

H 58.5 in W 16.25 in D 16.25 in

Harald Notini, Floor Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

By Harald Notini

Located in High Point, NC

Minor wear to leather surrounding lamp. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 58.5"H x 16.25"W x 16.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 14.25" Top Diameter x 16.25" Bottom Diamete...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Denmark, 1960s

$1,900

H 12.75 in W 7.25 in D 8.25 in

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Denmark, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.75"H x 7.25"W x 8.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.2" Top Diameter x 10.2" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dime...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Bronze, Sweden, 1930s

$1,600

H 10.25 in Dm 6.75 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Bronze, Sweden, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and moderate use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.25"H x 6.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.2" Top Diameter x 10.2" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dime...

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Noomi Backhausen, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

$1,600

H 12.5 in Dm 5.6 in

Noomi Backhausen, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s

By Noomi Backhausen

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.5"H x 5.6"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.1" Top Diameter x 10.1" Bottom Diameter x 8.0" Height Dimensions of L...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

ASEA, Table Lamps, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

$2,400 / set

H 19.25 in Dm 4 in

ASEA, Table Lamps, Brass, Sweden, 1950s

By ASEA

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diameter x 7” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 19.25” Height x 8” Diameter ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$4,800

H 38.75 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Lampshade replaced at some point in recent history. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 35.25” H x 8.5” W x 8.5” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 17.25” Top Diameter x 18” Bottom Diameter ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Masur Birch, Sweden, 1970s

$1,050

H 17.5 in Dm 10 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Masur Birch, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12” H x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” TD x 10” BD x 8” H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.5"H x 10.0"W x 10.0"D Bulb Specif...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Birch

Josef Hoffmann Table Lamp with Opaline Glass Shade, Re Edition

$3,554 / item

H 16.93 in Dm 11.42 in

Josef Hoffmann Table Lamp with Opaline Glass Shade, Re Edition

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Table light with opaline glass shade, pictured in brass. Originally designed for the Spitzer House, designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1900 Most components according to the UL regulation...

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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Mirror, Fabric, France, 1950s

$1,800

H 10.75 in Dm 6.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Mirror, Fabric, France, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 10.75"H x 6.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.25" Top Diameter x 6.25" Bottom Diameter x 5.0" Height B...

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Karl Trabert, Diffuna Table Lamp, Nickel, Parchment Paper, Germany 1930s

$3,900

H 18.5 in Dm 15.25 in

Karl Trabert, Diffuna Table Lamp, Nickel, Parchment Paper, Germany 1930s

By Karl Trabert

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 18.5” H x 12.375” W x 8.125” D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 12” Bottom Diameter x 5.625"H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 18.5...

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$2,800

H 15.5 in Dm 10 in

Carl-Harry Stålhane, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): "H x "W x "D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.25" Top Diameter x 10.0" Bottom Diameter x 5.5" Height Bulb ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Pagos, Floor Lamp, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$3,800

H 60.75 in Dm 15 in

Pagos, Floor Lamp, Metal, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 60.75"H x 15.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 2.5" Top Diameter x 5.25" Bottom Diameter x 15.5" Height B...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Carl-Harry Stålhane & Kent Eriksson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Studio, 1960s

$1,900

H 15.56 in Dm 6.31 in

Carl-Harry Stålhane & Kent Eriksson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Studio, 1960s

By Carl-Harry Stålhane

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.56” Height x 6.31” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.0” Top Diameter x 10.0” Bottom Diameter x 8.0” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inc...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Olof Georg Hermansson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Keramik-Olle, Sweden, 1960s

$1,300

H 8 in Dm 4.75 in

Olof Georg Hermansson, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Keramik-Olle, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.0” Height x 4.75” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.25” Top Diameter x 7.25” Bottom Diameter x 5.0” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inch...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Earthenware

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

$1,800

H 9.4 in Dm 5.5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.4"H x 5.5"W x 5.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 5.0" Top Diameter x 8.0" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.7...

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s

$2,400

H 12 in Dm 6 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Fabric, France, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 12"H x 6"W x 6"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.1" Top Diameter x 6.0" Bottom Diameter x 5.25" Height Bu...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$3,700

H 20 in Dm 5 in

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

By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 20.0" Height x 5.0" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 12.0" Top Diameter x 16.0" Bottom Diameter x 10.5" Height Dimension of Lamp with Shade (inc...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

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

$2,200

H 9.75 in Dm 4.75 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and moderate use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75"H x 4.75"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.1" Top Diameter x 8.0" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimens...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Sonja Katzin Attribution, Table Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$3,400

H 14 in W 11.25 in D 6 in

Sonja Katzin Attribution, Table Lamp, Brass, Leather, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By Sonja Katzin

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.0"H x 11.25"W x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.1" Top Diameter x 5.1" Bottom Diameter x 4.6" Hei...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$1,400

H 14.85 in W 5.55 in D 3.35 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.85"H x 5.55"W x 3.35"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.2" Top Diameter x 10.2" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dime...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brazilian Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Brass, Brazil, 1950s

$2,900 / set

H 30 in W 4.75 in D 4.75 in

Brazilian Designer, Table Lamps, Wood, Brass, Brazil, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

In all-original condition, dramatic wear to wood veneer as illustrated, light oxidation to brass neck. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 30“ H x 4.75” W x 4.75” D Dimensions of Shade (i...

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mats Birgersson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Töreboda Keramik, Sweden, C. 1960s

$1,600

H 13.25 in Dm 7.25 in

Mats Birgersson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Töreboda Keramik, Sweden, C. 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A brown and red-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Mats Birgersson and produced by his own studio, Töreboda Keramik, c. 1960s Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.25” Height x 7.25”...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Öcsi Homoki, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Visby, Gotland, Sweden, c. 1960s

$1,900

H 14.43 in Dm 5.68 in

Öcsi Homoki, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Visby, Gotland, Sweden, c. 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.4375” Height x 5.6875" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.0” Top Diameter x 10.0” Bottom Diameter x 8.0” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade ...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Vintage Mushroom Table Lamp with Frosted Glass Shade and Walnut Base by Laurel

$1,200

H 12 in Dm 12 in

Vintage Mushroom Table Lamp with Frosted Glass Shade and Walnut Base by Laurel

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern mushroom-form table lamp by the Laurel Lamp Company (ca. 1965, Newark, NJ, USA).

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lyfa, Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Red-Lacquered Metal, Denmark, 1960s

$3,800

H 52.37 in W 4.93 in D 10.24 in

Lyfa, Adjustable Floor Lamp, Brass, Red-Lacquered Metal, Denmark, 1960s

By Lyfa

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions are variable, measured as illustrated in first image. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 52.37” H x 4.93” W x 10.24” D Number of Sockets (per fixture): 1 Bulb Spe...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Eskilstuna Elektrofabrik, Floor Lamp, Laqcuered Metal, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

$2,900

H 63 in W 39 in D 11.25 in

Eskilstuna Elektrofabrik, Floor Lamp, Laqcuered Metal, Brass, Sweden, 1960s

By Eskilstuna Elektrofabrik

Located in Stamford, CT

Lacquered Metal, Brass, Wood, Fabric; Sweden c. 1960s Dimensions of lamp with shade - Height: 63 inches, Width: 39 inches, Depth: 11.25 inches (base diameter) Dimensions of fabric ...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Erik Höglund, Table Lamp, Pine, Boda Trä, Sweden, c. 1960s

$1,900

H 14.56 in Dm 6.5 in

Erik Höglund, Table Lamp, Pine, Boda Trä, Sweden, c. 1960s

By Erik Höglund

Located in High Point, NC

With makers mark branded to underside. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 14.5625” Height x 6.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.5” Top Diameter x 10” Bottom Diameter x 8” Heigh...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1960s

$2,400

H 11.25 in Dm 6 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, France, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.25"H x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.15" Top Diameter x 8.15" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimensions of...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Iron, France, 1960s

$2,400

H 13.25 in Dm 6 in

French Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Iron, France, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.25"H x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.15" Top Diameter x 10.15" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimensions o...

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

French Designer, Table Lamps, Sandstone, Brass, France, 1970s

$3,800 / set

H 10.75 in W 4.85 in D 4.25 in

French Designer, Table Lamps, Sandstone, Brass, France, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.75"H x 4.85"W x 4.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.15" Top Diameter x 10.15" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Di...

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Sandstone, Brass

E.A.E., Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$1,050

H 18.875 in Dm 6 in

E.A.E., Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

By EAE

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and green fabric table lamp produced by E.A.E, Sweden, c. 1950s. Brass presents with moderate oxidation consistent with age and use Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): ...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Sweden, c. 1960s

$1,900

H 21.43 in Dm 3.56 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Sweden, c. 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 21.43” Height x 3.56” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.0” Top Diameter x 12.0” Bottom Diameter x 9.0” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inc...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Yasha Heifetz, Table Lamp, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

$3,200

H 20.56 in W 8.18 in D 5.75 in

Yasha Heifetz, Table Lamp, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s

By Yasha Heifetz

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 20.56”H x 8.18”W x 5.75”D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 12.0” Top Diameter x 16.0” Bottom Diameter x 10.5” Height Di...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$1,600

H 27 in Dm 5.25 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use, including natural wood crack as illustrated. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 27.0" Height x 5.25" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Di...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Argentine Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

$3,800 / set

H 13.55 in Dm 7.5 in

Argentine Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dramatic patina on brass consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.55" Height x 7.5" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.15" Top Diameter x 10.15" Bottom Di...

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Argentina, 1950s

$2,600

H 13.5 in W 6.75 in D 6 in

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Brass, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Dramatic patina consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 13.5"H x 6.75"W x 6.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.1" Top Diameter x 10.1" Bottom Diameter x 8.0" Hei...

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Per & Annelise Linneman-Schmidt, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Palshus, Denmark, 1960s

$2,500

H 9 in Dm 4 in

Per & Annelise Linneman-Schmidt, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Palshus, Denmark, 1960s

By Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Palshus Stentoj

Located in High Point, NC

Signed. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9” Height x 4” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4” Top Diameter x 7” Bottom Diameter x 6.25” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inche...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

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

$4,400

H 19 in Dm 5.5 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 19” Height x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top Diameter x 12” Bottom Diameter x 9” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inche...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Göte Augustsson, Table Lamp, Blown Glass, Ruda Glasbruk, Sweden, 1950s

$2,300

H 8.25 in Dm 5 in

Göte Augustsson, Table Lamp, Blown Glass, Ruda Glasbruk, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A blown glass table lamp by Göte Augustsson, Åseda Sweden, produced by Ruda Glasbruk, Sweden, 1950s Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.25”H x 5”W x 5”D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4”...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bo Bergström, Table Lamp, Stoneware, for Svensk Form, Sweden, 1950s

$1,900

H 8.75 in Dm 5 in

Bo Bergström, Table Lamp, Stoneware, for Svensk Form, Sweden, 1950s

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in High Point, NC

Sweden, 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75”H x 5”W x 5”D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diameter x 7” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches...

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

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

$2,900

H 17.75 in Dm 8 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.75” Height x 8” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10” Top Diameter x 14” Bottom Diameter x 10” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 2...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

$2,200

H 17.5 in Dm 9.5 in

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Wood, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Natural cracking in wood consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.5"H x 9.5"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 10.0" Top Diameter x 14.0" Bottom Diameter x 10.0" H...

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Velvet, Argentina, 1950s

$2,200

H 12.25 in Dm 4.85 in

Argentine Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Velvet, Argentina, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

Wear consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.25"H x 4.85"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7.1" Top Diameter x 8.0" Bottom Diameter x 7.0" Height Dimensions of ...

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Vintage 1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ego Stengods, Table Lamp, Glazed Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

$1,800

H 23.37 in Dm 13.87 in

Ego Stengods, Table Lamp, Glazed Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s

By Ego Stengods

Located in High Point, NC

Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.06"H x 6.93"W x 6.93"D Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 23.37"H x 13.87"W x 13.87"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9.37“ Top Diameter x 13.87...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware, Fabric

Brazilian Designer, Table Lamps, Concrete, Metal, Burlap, Brazil, 1970s

$4,800

H 26.9 in Dm 8 in

Brazilian Designer, Table Lamps, Concrete, Metal, Burlap, Brazil, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Vintage lampshades in fair condition. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 26.9"H x 8.0"W x 8.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.0" Top Diameter x 8.0" Bottom Diameter x 14.5" ...

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Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Metal

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

$950

H 10 in Dm 6.25 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10"H x 6.25"W x 6.25"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6" Top Diameter x 10" Bottom Diameter x 8" H Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 15”H x 10”D ...

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Pine, Cord, Sweden, 1970s

$2,900 / set

H 15.37 in Dm 7.62 in

Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Pine, Cord, Sweden, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.37” Height x 7.62” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6.25” Top Diameter x 16.37” Bottom Diameter x 9.12” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (...

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pine, Cord

Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

$2,600

H 9.5 in Dm 5.5 in

Gunnar Nylund, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1950s

By Rörstrand, Gunnar Nylund

Located in High Point, NC

Brass neck presents with moderate patina consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.5” Height x 5.5” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4.25” Top Diame...

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

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

$3,200

H 14.25 in W 8.75 in D 5 in

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

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.25"H x 8.75"W x 5.0"D Dimensions of Shade (inches): 2.5" Top Diameter x 4.0" Bottom Diameter x 4.5" Height Bulb Specifications: E-14 (Eur...

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

$2,700

H 15.62 in Dm 9.56 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.62” Height x 9.56” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” Top Diameter x 16” Bottom Diameter x 9” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

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

$2,700

H 9.62 in Dm 7.12 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.62” Height x 7.12” 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

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

$2,700

H 9.62 in Dm 7.12 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.62” Height x 7.12” 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

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

$2,900

H 15.31 in Dm 9.25 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 15.31” Height x 9.25” Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 6” Top Diameter x 16” Bottom Diameter x 9” Height Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): ...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Walnut

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

$2,300

H 9.62 in Dm 7.12 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.62” Height x 7.12” 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

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

$3,200

H 9.75 in Dm 7.12 in

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

By Gordon & Jane Martz

Located in High Point, NC

Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.75” Height x 7.12” 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

EOS, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, Parchment, Sweden, 1960s

$1,350

H 17.5 in Dm 9.5 in

EOS, Table Lamp, Wood, Brass, Parchment, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

Brass handle presents with light patina consistent with age and use. Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.5" Height x 9.5" Diameter Dimensions of Shade (inches): 8.45" Top Di...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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