$4,500
Lighter Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
The lamp works similar to a real lighter in that the "ignition roller" functions as the on/off switch to the light when rolled backwards. The light source is an LED that emits a warm...
Cedar
Lorenzo Burchiellaro Large Sculptural Lamp in Metal
By Lorenzo Burchiellaro
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Each sheet is hiding one lightbulb, creating a soft light partition once the light is switched on. The sheets lean on their sharp corners, adding to the vivid appearance of the piece.
Aluminum
Rare Art Deco Alabaster Fish Table Lamp with Glowing Back Panel
Located in Lisse, NL
What makes this lamp extra special is the way the alabaster comes to life when the light is switched on. The creamy white, honey-colored and darker grey-black veins become much more ...
Alabaster
Pair of “Palm Tree” lamps Christian Techoueyres Maison Jansen, gilt brass 70s
Located in Valladolid, ES
Hidden among the leaves are three small light bulbs that, when switched on, cast a warm glow through the perforated brass.
Brass
$3,900 / set
Pair of mosaic style onyx inlay table lamps
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Lamps feature an interior light operated by an integrated switch.
Onyx, Brass
Ziggurat table lamp by Shigeaki Asahara for Stilnovo, 1980s
By Shigeaki Asahara, Stilnovo
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This version is in charcoal with amaranth details. The halogen light can be switched to two different intensities.
Metal
Pair of Hansen Lighting Metalarte All Chrome Floor Lamps, 1970's
By Metalarte Spain, Hansen Lighting Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Standard sockets. Preferable for map light bulbs. Turn switches. 41.4 top top of Stem.
Chrome, Brass, Steel
Monumental Scale Polished Steel Art Deco Commercial Uplighter's
By Flos
Located in Nottingham, GB
The interior of the hemispherical reflector has a softly aged industrial finish which enhances the warmth of the light when illuminated. When switched on the fittings create a power...
Steel, Chrome
Gino Sarfatti Model 566 Table Lamp by Astep, Aluminum & Brass, Italy
By Gino Sarfatti, Astep
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Specifications Model 537 Typology: Table Materials: Aluminum body, steel stand, cast alloy base Dimensions: Ø 37.4 cm H 50.6 cm Weight: 2.10kg Control On/Off Switch Light source:...
Aluminum, Steel
Gino Sarfatti Model 566 Table Lamp by Astep, Aluminum & Brass
By Astep, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Specifications Model 537 Typology: Table Materials: Aluminum Body, Steel Stand, Cast Alloy Base Dimensions: Ø 37.4 cm H 50.6 cm Weight: 2.10kg Control On/Off Switch Light source:...
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Space Age Cross Oyster Style Wall Lamp by Klaus Link, Germany, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two additional burning points are located on the bottom of the lamp. Their light is directed directly downwards. The light has different switches and switching modes.
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Globe Pendant Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The ball and the lower spotlight can be switched independently of one another. The three switching modes of the light can be controlled via a series switch.
Metal
Pair of Arne Jacobsen Louvered Pendant Chandeliers C1970
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Port Jervis, NY
The underside has a recessed frosted plate of glass whichseals the unit and deflects light downward. 3 way switch which allows either 1, 2 or all bulbs to be on.
Metal
Set of 2 Mid-Century Space Age Cross Oyster Style Wall Lamp by Klaus Link, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Two additional burning points are located on the bottom of the lamp. Their light is directed directly downwards. The light has different switches and switching modes.
Metal
Mid-century Space Age Italian Chrome Table Lamp by Oma Padova, Italy, 1970s
By Oma Illuminazione, Gae Aulenti, Achille Castiglioni, Arteluce, Arredoluce
Located in Malmö, SE
Great original condition. Light source: E14 screw bulb. Switch on the white cord.
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage 20thC Italian Table / Floor Lamp By Carlo Nason For Mazzega c.1970
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
The pedal switch offers three light settings whereby the user can choose between having just the white top illuminated, or in combination with the red base or indeed just the red bas...
Murano Glass
Custom-Made Floor Lamp w/ Geometric Shapes in Walnut & Brass, USA, c. 1950s
Located in Deland, FL
Featuring a functional foot switch and two light sockets, re-wired by our craftsmen to fit standard light bulbs, this eye-catching floor lamp is ideal for designers and collectors al...
Walnut
Rare Accademia Floor Lamp, Designed by Cini Boeri for Artemide, Italy, 1978
By Cini Boeri, Artemide
Located in Milano, IT
The Accademia floor lamp is equipped with eight E27 lamp holders (compatible with the American E26 standard), producing a highly theatrical and scenographic light effect. A double fo...
Steel
$623 / item
Table Lamp Ingo Maurer My New Flame - White
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Varedo, MB
The LEDs are arranged on thin platinum panels, allowing the flame effect to be visible from both sides of the lamp. The light can be switched on and off via a lever switch in the bas...
Metal
Table lamp Ingo Maurer My New Flame - Red
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Varedo, MB
The LEDs are arranged on thin platinum panels, allowing the flame effect to be visible from both sides of the lamp. The light can be switched on and off via a lever switch in the bas...
Metal
$623 / item
Table lamp Ingo Maurer My New Flame - Black
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Varedo, MB
The LEDs are arranged on thin platinum panels, allowing the flame effect to be visible from both sides of the lamp. The light can be switched on and off via a lever switch in the bas...
Metal
Ceiling Lamp ‘Beehive’ Model A332 Designed by Alvar Aalto for Valaistustyo
By Valaistustyö, Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Suitable for homes and public spaces alike, “Beehive” creates a warm, diffuse light when switched on, a result of the ingenious design that features several rows of perforated steel ...
Aluminum, Brass
Floor lamp designed by Silvio BILANGIONE and Paolo PORTOGHESI, 1967
By Paolo Portoghesi, Silvio Bilangione
Located in Berlin, Berlin
'HELGA' floor lamp has a solid wood base and a shaped plywood top, lacquered in white satin paint. One E27 light socket. New electrics, cables, switch and lightbulb socket.
Plywood
Large Illuminating Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte
Located in Westport, CT
Period Single capped vase in a satin white blown glass by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, with illumination in the base of the vase made in opaline glass and metal re-electrified to U...
Blown Glass
Mid-Century Modern German Minimalist Perforated Metal Table Lamp from BUR, 1960s
By Bünte und Remmler
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rectangular slotted holes refract the light emitted and, when switched on, dissolve the cubic shape of the lamp body.
Metal
$1,426 / item
Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Governor' by Lyfa, Brass
By Bent Karlby, Lyfa
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Floor Lamp 'Governor' DIMENSIONS H 130 x Ø 40,5 cm CORD LENGTH 2m black plastic cord with switch LIGHT SOURCE (NOT INCLUDED) Socket: E27 Max wattage: 60 Watt Energy...
Steel
Table lamp by Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso for Leucos, Italy 1960s
By Roberto Pamio & Renato Toso, Leucos
Located in Hellouw, NL
Its blown glass construction catches and diffuses light evenly when switched on, producing a warm, atmospheric glow.
Murano Glass
Tubular Floor Lamp, attr. to Carlo Nason, Italy Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Tubular steel floor lamp with white transparent Plexiglas shade and two separately switchable light settings. The light shines from below from the cut steel tubes as well as from ins...
Steel
Foscarini Bridge 1 Table Lamp by Francesco Meda
By Francesco Meda, Foscarini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
LED included Bridge 1 6,2W 2700 K 800 lm* CRI>90 Bridge 2 3,4W 2700 K 340 lm* CRI>90 * Lumen: to be confirmed Light sensor switch. Weight: net Ibs 0,88 With personalized packa...
Brass
Foscarini Bridge 2 Table Lamp by Francesco Meda
By Francesco Meda, Foscarini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
LED included Bridge 1 6,2W 2700 K 800 lm* CRI>90 Bridge 2 3,4W 2700 K 340 lm* CRI>90 * Lumen: to be confirmed Light sensor switch. Weight: net Ibs 0,88 With personalized packa...
Brass
Large mosaic wall lamp made from plexiglas, Germany 1970s
By Antoni Gaudí, RAAK
Located in ECHT, NL
These have been replaced by Philips RGB LED string. The light can be switched on by remote. The color mode of the LED gives this lamp almost endless possibilities of creating the lig...
Plexiglass, Wood
Antique 20thC Louis Vuitton Trunk In Monogram Canvas With Built In Bar
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hidden lighting can be switched on to light up each shelf. The entire cabinet opens and closes smoothly on brass castors.
Brass
Italian Space Age White "Isos" Desk Lamp & Organizer by Tronconi, 1972
By Tronconi, Giotto Stoppino
Located in Mortsel, BE
This design ensures your desk remains clutter-free while providing a glare-free, downward light source. A cylindrical metal switch on the inner side adds a subtle industrial contras...
Metal
Mid-Century Danish Ubo Pendant Lamp by Bent Karlby for ASK Belysninger
By Bent Karlby
Located in Hamburg, DE
A special detail is the pressure switch in the recess on the top, which can be used to switch the light additionally.
Plastic
Postmodern Model Ara Table Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos, 1980s
By Flos
Located in Hamburg, DE
In addition to the striking shape, the lamp has a very special, functional detail in the form of a hidden switch. The switch is the light head itself. By tilting the head, the lamp i...
Metal
J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp, Brass Emerald Green Murano Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
These bulbs can be switched on separately with two pull switches. The light works well with LED or filament bulbs.
Brass
Pair of French Rope Table Lamps Audoux Minet Style
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Each lamp tkes one E27 or E26 light bulb. Switch to turn on and off on the cord.
Fabric, Rope, Linen
$2,363
1950s
Located in London, GB
Size: H75 cm x W60 cm x D14 cm Fittings: 2 x small screw E14 light bulbs with braided cable and inline switch The light is wired to the UK standard
Wrought Iron
$1,500
Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
The lamp has a beautiful 3-light level crystal switch (watch video).
Metal
Mid-Century Minimalist Space Age Wall Lamp from Hillebrand, 1960s
By Hillebrand
Located in Hamburg, DE
The front can be easily removed. Each light has a separate switch to switch it individually on the light.
Metal
Vintage Italian Floor Lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte
By Max Ingrand
Located in New York, NY
The lamp has five bulbs .Four down lights and one up light with two switches. Ecru color . Beautiful lamp in great condition .
Metal
Mid-Century Italian Canasta Floor Lamp in the style of Cedric Hartman, 1960s
By Obor
Located in Hamburg, DE
The reflector is provided with a polished disc inside. The switch on the light head was replaced by a foot switch.
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Glass Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason for JBS, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Hamburg, DE
The three diffusers also opal glass are connected to chrome -plated cuffs and fixed with polished screws. The light stages the shape of the entire luminaire body and at the same time...
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for JBS, 1960s
By Carlo Nason
Located in Hamburg, DE
The lamp has 3 focal points that can be switched individually. A light source (e27) illuminates the upper diffuser, the other light sources (2x e14) the lower diffuser, which also fo...
Metal
Table and wall lamp, circa 1900
Located in Praha, CZ
Newer textile lampshade. The porcelain switch on the light bulb socket works reliably, but after 100 years it takes a bit of fiddling to find the right contact point.
Brass
Blob S Karim Rashid foscarini space age digital pop Y2K design
By Foscarini, Karim Rashid
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
This lighting is famous product in Y2K era. LED flo light tube. On off switch. It is working all over the world. using with 100-120V Able to use in the US, Canada. or 220V-240V A...
Plastic
Single Sky Blue Porcelain Gourd Lamp
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Two lightbulb sockets, each with individual pull cords, provide ample light. A circular on/off switch operates the lamp as well; the switch cover is chipped.
Porcelain
Mid-Century German Floor Lamp by Ernest Igl for Hillebrand Lighting, 1960s
By Ernest Igl
Located in Hamburg, DE
The two burners can be switched separately. The upper light over a train switch, the lower one over a pressure switch below the basket.
Metal
Minimalist Model Flamingo Wall Lamp from Bur, Bünte & Remmler Leuchten, 1960s
By Bünte und Remmler
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rectangular elongated hole that refracts the emerging light and, when switched on, breaks up the cubic shape of the shade.
Metal
Mickey Sculptural Floor Lamp by Silvio Mondino Studio Satin Glass-Darkened Brass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
As an option, on request, the horsehair detail can contain a touch sensor, which allows the light to be switched on, off, and dimmed by simply touching it.
Brass
Mickey Sculptural Floor Lamp by Silvio Mondino Studio Satin Glass-Satin Brass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
As an option, on request, the horsehair detail can contain a touch sensor, which allows the light to be switched on, off, and dimmed by simply touching it.
Brass
$323Sale Price|20% Off
Illuminating Vintage Plastic Globe, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
This decorative piece not only serves as a geographical reference but also transforms into a soft ambient light when switched on, casting a beautifully diffused glow.
Plastic
Pair of Falkenbergs Belysning Table Lamps in Brass and Glass, Sweden, 1960s
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in The Hague, NL
The renewed, tapered shaped shades are custom made in an ivory silk textured fabric, which gives the lamps a very pleasant light distribution once switched on. The pair is in very g...
Brass
Mid-Century Bumling Brass Ceiling Lamp by Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A striking detail are the three flat screw heads on the lampshade. The two light sources can be switched separately via the push switch.
Metal
Large Brass Chandelier by Rupert Nikoll
By Adolf Loos, Rupert Nikoll, J.T. Kalmar, Wiener Werkstätte, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
It creates a very cozy light. The integrated switch allows you to turn off half of the light.
Brass
Mid-Century German Minimalist Model Flamingo Wall Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rare variation of the flamingo as a white wall light. Cubic shapes permeate this design, from the shade to details such as the switch to the wall plate.
Metal
$1,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Italian Wall Sconces for the Corner from 1970 s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian corner wall sconces from the 70 s .On the botom part of the wall sconce is a dimer switch . light can be regulated on the spot .
Chrome
Mid-Century Swedish Bumling Twin Floor Lamp by Anders Pehrson, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
There are countless details that make up this design: the contrast of the strong hue and chrome parts, the loop-like foot, the striking, round screw heads on the screens as well as t...
Metal
$856Sale Price|51% Off
Adjustable Mid Century Floor Lamp by Pat Hoffman for Lucitalia 1970s
By Pat Hoffman
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Two spotlights can hinge at two points, allowing infinite light combinations. Double switch allowing the lamps to be operated separately.
Metal, Chrome
Adjustable Architect desk lamp model T9 by Hala, 1960s
By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Den Haag, NL
This dutch desk lamp is fully adjustable en the light bulb can be switched by means of a switch on the hood.
Aluminum
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