Colorful Vintage Lamp
1970s Italian Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
Mid-20th Century Colorful Vintage Lamp
Alabaster
1940s Spanish Art Deco Colorful Vintage Lamp
Alabaster
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1970s French Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic, Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal, Brass
1970s Italian Colorful Vintage Lamp
1960s Indian Anglo-Indian Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
Mid-20th Century European Bohemian Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
20th Century Chinese Colorful Vintage Lamp
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
1960s Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic, Wood
1950s American Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal, Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Plaster
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Fabric
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Agate
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Fabric
1990s American American Craftsman Colorful Vintage Lamp
Pottery
1970s Italian Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
1970s French Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1970s French Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
1970s French Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Colorful Vintage Lamp
Porcelain
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
1960s American Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
1960s American Hollywood Regency Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Chrome
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Murano Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
20th Century Chinoiserie Colorful Vintage Lamp
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic, Fabric, Paint
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Colorful Vintage Lamp
Terracotta, Acrylic
20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass, Enamel, Bronze, Metal
1960s Futurist Colorful Vintage Lamp
Plastic
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic
20th Century Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
1990s Italian Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal, Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Ceramic, Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
1960s German Space Age Colorful Vintage Lamp
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Marble, Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Colorful Vintage Lamp
Art Glass
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Fabric, Murano Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Plastic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Colorful Vintage Lamp
Brass
20th Century Chinese Colorful Vintage Lamp
Porcelain
20th Century German Hollywood Regency Colorful Vintage Lamp
Crystal, Onyx, Metal
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Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The color of your lampshade is totally up to you. The more sheer the lampshade, the brighter the light will be.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023What colored glass lamps are called depends on their design. People usually refer to lamps with stained glass shades as Tiffany lamps or Tiffany-style lamps, after Louis Comfort Tiffany, the best known designer of this style of lamp (even if the fixture is not a product of the iconic Tiffany Studios). Colored glass lamps made by artisans on Murano in Venice are commonly referred to as Murano lamps. Shop a collection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021White 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
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