Vintage Primitive Matte Ceramic Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking vintage table lamp is a masterful example of Organic Modernism, featuring a substantial, hand-thrown ceramic base with a pensive, primitive silhouette.
Ceramic
Midcentury Jade Matte Glaze Ceramic Ginger Jar Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Jade matte glaze ceramic ginger jar lamp on ebonized wood base.
Ceramic
Porifera Ceramic Table Lamp, Matte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Ceramic Origin: California Dimensions: 13"W X 11" D X 16"H, BASE 10.5" W X 10" D Quantity: 2 Available Each ceramic piece is handmade and individually fired. Slight variat...
Ceramic, Linen
"X" Base Ceramic Table Lamp, Matte
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Ceramic Origin: California Dimensions: 9” X 9” Base X OAH 19”, Shade 15” Diameter Quantity: 1 Available Type: Table Lamp At STUDIO BALESTRA, we take pride in offering uni...
Ceramic, Linen
Vintage Matte Glazed Ceramic Floral Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage ceramic table lamps captures a sophisticated blend of traditional Chinoiserie and Postmodern glamour.
Brass
Barthold Copper Matte Ochre Double Gourd Ceramic Lamp
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Chic and sculptural double gourd ceramic vase signed Barthold Copper converted to a table lamp.
Ceramic
Vintage Gourd Shaped Ceramic Lamp in Matte Finish Table Lamp
Located in North Miami, FL
Two-tone striped and speckled ceramic gourd shaped table lamp with original natural wood base. Rewired with silk cable and double cluster sockets.
Ceramic, Wood
Martz, Marshall Studios, Ceramic Table Lamp, White Matte Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in South Jordan, UT
A striking Gordon & Jane Martz ceramic table lamp, showcasing the timeless sophistication that defines their work. The white glaze, delicately cast with a hint of gray, exudes qu...
Ceramic, Walnut
Matte Black 'Rouleau' Ceramic Table Lamp by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfect where a smaller, understated lamp is desired. Dimensions listed are the overall dimensions of the lamp with the shade. The shade is 10 in. bottom diameter x 8 in. top diam...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
$1,450 / set
Vintage Boho Matte Glazed Ceramic Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Boho table lamps. Chic green studio pottery vessels in a matte glazed finish. Fully restored with all new wiring and hardware. Acquired from a Miami estate.
Pottery
Vintage Boho Greek Key Matte Glazed Ceramic Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your décor with this striking pair of Vintage Boho Greek Key Matte Glazed Ceramic Lamps. Featuring a timeless Greek Key motif, these lamps blend classical design with bohemia...
Ceramic
Alta Lamp -Contemporary Handmade Ceramic table desk lighting, Matte White
By Calyer Ceramics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
One of a kind ceramic lamp, unique and hand built. The lamp base is comprised of speckled stoneware clay with matte white glaze.
Brass
Large Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp — Chocolate Matte Glaze, Sculptural Urn Form
Located in London, GB
Cocoa Roast is a large, hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with a broad-shouldered, low-bellied body, finished in a deep Chocolate matte glaze.
Ceramic
Large Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp — Bone Matte Glaze, Rounded Sculptural Form
Located in London, GB
Selene is a large, hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with a full, near-spherical body and barely any taper at the shoulder, sitting low and wide, finished in a soft Bone matte glaze.
Ceramic
$2,700Sale Price|25% Off
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp — Matte Tan Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
A small but exceptionally versatile lamp! This signed Martz model 105 lamp comes in a light, just barely tan / beige matte glaze.
Brass
Large Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp — Bone Matte Glaze, Slender Candlestick Form
Located in London, GB
Torre is a large, hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with a slender, elongated neck rising from a broad, flared base, finished in a soft Bone matte glaze.
Ceramic
Large Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp — Nude Matte Glaze, Urn with Handles
Located in London, GB
Alabaster Nude is a large, hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with a full, rounded body and two looped handles at the shoulder, finished in a soft nude matte glaze.
Ceramic
Danish Modern Table Lamp in Matte Gray Ceramic, Organic Design, 1960s
By Einar Johansen, Søholm Stentøj, Jette Hellerøe
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ceramic Danish modern table lamp with organic wave like decor around the belly.
Ceramic, Clay, Pottery
Large Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp — Streaked Matte Black Glaze, Sculptural Urn F
Located in London, GB
Black that doesn't ask for attention. Matte Soot is a large, hand-thrown ceramic table lamp with a tall, gently tapered body, finished in a streaked matte black glaze with warm brown...
Ceramic
$1,512Sale Price|20% Off
Nils Kähler Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Matte White Ceramic
By Kähler, Nils Kähler
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sleek minimalist Danish mid-century modern handmade ceramic table lamp from the 1960s. Manufactured in the town of Naestved in the 1960s by Kähler Keramik and designed by Nils Kähler.
Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware
Pair of Matte Black 'Rouleau' Ceramic Table Lamps by Design Frères
By Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perfect as bedside lamps, or where a smaller, understated pair of lamps is desired. Dimensions listed are the overall dimensions of the lamps with the shades. The shades are 10 in...
Ceramic, Parchment Paper
Sculptural Ceramic Graham Table Lamp in Matte Green Glaze with Linen Shade
By Calyer Ceramics
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A handmade linen shade completes the composition, diffusing light with natural warmth. Handcrafted ceramic base in red stoneware Custom matte green glaze Unfinished brass hardware P...
Brass
Matte Black Storage Jar Lamp
Located in Chireno, TX
Black glazed storage jar lamp with Belgian linen shade. Newly wired for use within the USA with line switch.
Metal
Gordon Martz pair of ceramic lamps for Marshall Studios walnut and matte finish
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice modern design in this pair of table lamps, marked Martz in a silk matte ceramic finish . all great vintage and working condition .
Ceramic
$386 / item
‘Opposée’ Table Lamp - Green 'Matte'
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Matte Green base with a Matte Finish and Shade. Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included. To pair t...
Ceramic
$386 / item
‘Opposée’ Table Lamp - Pink 'Matte'
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Matte pink base with a Matte Finish and Matching Shade. Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included. T...
Ceramic
$386 / item
‘Opposée’ Table Lamp - Blue 'Matte'
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Matte Blue base with a Matte Finish and Shade. Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included. To pair th...
Ceramic, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$549 / item
'You' Table Lamp - Tangerine Dash (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Orange Dash Pattern with a Matte Finish and Pale Rust Recycled Paper Raffia Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe L...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Raffia
'Opposée' Table Lamp - Californian Cream 'Matte'
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Californian cream base with a Matte Finish and Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included ...
Ceramic
'You' Table Lamp - Emerald Checkerboard (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Green Checkerboard Pattern with a Matte Finish and Green Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 ...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$549 / item
'You' Table Lamp - Cobalt Wave (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Cobalt Blue Wave Pattern with a Matte Finish and Blue Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bul...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
'Me' Table Lamp - Emerald Checkerboard (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Green Checkerboard Pattern with a Matte Finish and Green Mohair Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$427 / item
'Me' Table Lamp - Cobalt Wave 'Matte'
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Blue Wave Pattern with a Matte Finish and Blue Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$428 / item
'Me' Table Lamp - Tangerine Dash (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White & Orange Dash Pattern with a Matte Finish and Pale Rust Alpaca Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bu...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$549 / item
'You' Table Lamp - Red & Pink Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Red & Pink Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Red Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb n...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
$428 / item
'Me' Table Lamp - Red & Pink Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Red & Pink Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Red Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb n...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
'You' Table Lamp - Two Tone Green Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Two Tone Green Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Green Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. ...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
'You' Table Lamp - Two Tone Blue Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Two Tone Blue Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Blue Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bu...
Ceramic, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
'Opposée' Table Lamp - Black 'Matte' with Cream Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Granite black base with a matte finish and shade. Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included. As eac...
Ceramic
'Me' Table Lamp - Two Tone Blue Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Two Tone Blue Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Blue Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bu...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
'Me' Table Lamp - Two Tone Green Swirl (Matte)
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Two Tone Green Swirl Pattern with a Matte Finish and Green Mohair Silk Shade Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. ...
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain, Wool, Alpaca, Silk
Large Matte Black Pottery Lamp with Linen Drum Shade
Located in Chireno, TX
Large matte black pottery lamp with linen drum shade. Newly wired for use within the USA with line switch.
Metal
'Opposée' Table Lamp, White 'Matte', Sand Raffia Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White base with a Matte finish and Sand raffia shade Lamp & Shade: 33 x 20 x 20cm Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 ...
Ceramic, Clay, Raffia
'Opposée' Table Lamp, White 'Matte', Ivory Raffia Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White base with a Matte finish and Ivory raffia shade Lamp & Shade: 33 x 20 x 20cm Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27...
Ceramic, Clay, Raffia
Pair of Black Charcoal Matte Diamond Shaped Table Lamps
Located in Bronx, NY
A stunning multifaceted elegant pair of table lamps. The matte finish brings out the beauty of the geometric patterns on each lamp. The lamps have a strong yet discreet statement cre...
Ceramic
'Opposée' Table Lamp - White 'Matte' with Cream Wool Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
White base with a Matte finish and Cream wool shade Lamp & Shade: 33 x 20 x 20cm Estimated processing time is 2 weeks from order confirmation Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 B...
Ceramic
'Follow' Table Lamp - Matte Black with Green Raffia Shade
By Hannah Simpson Studio
Located in London, GB
Matte black base with green raffia shade. Estimated processing time is 4 weeks from order confirmation. Pictured with a Mini Globe LED E27 Bulb. Bulb not included. To pair this ba...
Ceramic
Gordon and Jane Martz M191 Lamp for Marshall Studios matte Brown Vertical Stripe
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 191 lamp shows a large cylindrical base in a matte dark brown matte glaze with light tan incised pin strip decorations.
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz M181 Lamp for Marshall Studios Matte Green Gray 34"
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 181 lamp features a double stacked ceramic elements in soft light green dark ochre matte glaze.
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz M200 Lamp for Marshall Studios Matte Brown incised decorat
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 200 lamp features an elongated gourd with an exaggerated neck in a matte brown / dark ochre colorway.
Ceramic, Walnut
Marshall Studios M191 Lamp matte white with Sky Blue brushed glaze c. 1980s
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 191 lamp shows a large cylindrical base in a rough textured sanded glaze in matte tan with darker brown brush strokes.
Ceramic, Walnut
Jaime Hayon Chinoz Ming - Burgundy Base White Matte Table Lamp For Parachilna
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Jaime Hayon Chinoz Ming - Burgundy Base White Matte Table Lamp For Parachilna Asian inspired table lamp.
Ceramic
Striped Ceramic Lamp by Design Technics
By Design Technics, Lee Rosen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tall Design-Technics handcrafted glazed striped yellow and white matte ceramic table lamp. Featuring the Design Technics classic bottle form with horizontal banded swirl design in vi...
Ceramic
Design Technics Yellow/Orange Striped Ceramic Lamps
By Design Technics
Located in New York, NY
Modernist pair of bottle form, hand decorated matte glazed ceramic lamps with striations of yellow and orange , sitting on faux bois hand decorated ceramic "wood" bases.
Ceramic
A Jane and Gordon Martz table lamp M165 Marshall Studios Matte White tan incisin
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 165 lamp shows an elegant shape in a matte white glaze with tan incised decoration.
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz M242 Lamp for Marshall Studios matte black tan incised 33.
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Markings: Ceramic is signed at the base. Dimensions: Ceramic body: 8.25” w x 4.5” D x 17.25” Diameter Shade: 18.5” Bottom diameter x 17” top diameter x 13” Height Overall: 33.75” ...
Ceramic, Walnut
Gordon and Jane Martz M85 Lamp for Marshall Studios matte white tan incised deco
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This model 85 lamp shows a double stacked form with a matte white base and tan incised decorations the bottom is finished with a walnut disc.
Ceramic, Walnut
Pair of Italian Modern Artist Studio Matte Bisque Pottery Fruit Lamps w/ Shades
By Fantoni, Marcello Fantoni
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A really beautiful and rare pair of high end Mid-Century Modern lamps made in Italy in the 1950s. Matte bisque natural white color with black bases. Newly rewired with new cords and ...
Ceramic
Danish Saxbo Stoneware Table Lamp Matte Salt Green Glaze Eva Stæhr Nielsen 1960s
By Saxbo, Eva Stæhr Nielsen
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish mid-century stoneware table lamp from the ceramic workshop Saxbo designed by Eva Stæhr Nielsen in the 1960s.
Ceramic, Fabric
Gordon and Jane Martz M85 Lamp for Marshall Studios matte white blue and tan inc
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Markings: Ceramic is Unsigned (as is with all wood bottom finished martz lamps).
Ceramic, Walnut
Black Stripes Ceramic Glazed Matte Texture Oval Table Lamp
By Gary Dipasquale
Located in New York, NY
Black stripes ceramic glazed matte texture oval table lamp. Unique.
Ceramic
Unavailable
H 17.5 in W 9 in D 9 in
Contemporary Pair of Round Matte White Ceramic Urchin Form Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of round, stylized "'urchin" form off-white ceramic table lamps. Handmade in North Africa. Recently wired for US specifications - (Lampshades included) Size: 9” Diameter 17.5” ...
Ceramic
Ermes Touch Lamp, Matte Black
By Massimo Marcomini
Located in Mantova, MN
The system, developed especially for Les First, turns the ceramic sculpture into a dimmable Touch Lamp, whose soft glow can be switched on and off and adjusted simply by touching the...
Ceramic, Plexiglass
White Matte Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Lotte and Gunnar Bostlund
By Lotte and Gunnar Bostlund
Located in Hudson, NY
Lamp measures 7.5" D x 20" (ceramic only)
Totem Table Lamp in Matte Alabaster Glaze
By Phillippi Design
Located in Austin, TX
The Totem table lamp is handmade in raku clay in a matte alabaster glaze with brass components, braided silver fabric cord, and an ivory linen shade.
Ceramic
Pair of Charcoal and Matte Gold Strie Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
+ Subtly sophisticated dark pair of lamps + Strie effect result of applied gold as well as vertical and horizontal incised lines + Undulating bottle form composed of multiple shape...
Ceramic
Matte White Table Lamp By Cari Zalloni For Steuler
By Steuler, Cari Zalloni
Located in Schagen, NL
White matte table lamp by Cari Zalloni for Steuler. Steuler was founded by Georg Steuler. Most fame was gained by the 'Zyklon', 'Facette', and 'Çontinua' series from designer Cari Z...
Ceramic, Fabric
Ceramic Crater Table Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
Matte ceramic crater finish and wood lamp.
Ceramic, Wood
Unavailable
H 4.73 in Dm 16.93 in
"Anemone" Table Lamp or Wall Lights, Ceramics with Matte White Enamel
By Giovanni Mengoni
Located in Perugia, IT
Table lamp or bright wall, in white stained-glass terracotta. Inspired by the marine anemones of the coral bottom, it is an object that creates bright areas in shaded corners where y...
Ceramic
Martz Geometric Ceramic Table Lamps, Pair
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Merced, CA
Exceptional pair of matte glazed geometric ceramic table lamps with vertical sgraffito patterning by Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios, circa 1960s.
Ceramic
Swedish Ceramic Table Lamp from 1960s
Located in Singapore, SG
Matte ceramic table lamp with a rough interesting texture.
TR Bulb, Ceiling/Wall Lamp, Black, Matte Opal
By Tim Rundle
Located in San Marcos, CA
TR Bulb, ceiling/wall lamp, black, Matte Opal Rundle never knows when inspiration will strike. “An idea will often form from a simple observation or noticing a problem, and I’ll keep...
Brass
TR Bulb, Ceiling/Wall Lamp, Brushed Brass, Matte Opal Bulb
By Tim Rundle
Located in San Marcos, CA
TR bulb is a clever solution for modern city living, inspired by the way people are increasingly becoming urban nomads, moving between cities and countries to pursue careers and life...
Brass
TR Bulb, Ceiling/Wall Lamp, Black, Dim-to-Warm Matte Opal Bulb
By Tim Rundle
Located in San Marcos, CA
TR bulb, ceiling/wall lamp, black, Matte Opal Rundle never knows when inspiration will strike. “An idea will often form from a simple observation or noticing a problem, and I’ll keep...
Brass
TR Bulb, Ceiling/Wall Lamp, Brushed Brass, Dim-to-Warm Matte Opal Bulb
By Tim Rundle
Located in San Marcos, CA
Designed for longevity, TR bulb uses LED technology, which, with normal use, should last many years. The globe is constructed from white opal glass, and the core structure is made fr...
Brass
Vintage Boho Pierced Matte Ceramic Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stunning pair of vintage Boho lamps boasts matte ceramic bases with intricate pierced details, exuding a timeless charm.
Ceramic
Gerald Thurston Matte Black Ceramic Lamp
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant conical shaped lamp, pleated porcelain body with brass orb and base. Excellent condition, newly rewired with original finial and pull chain.
Brass
French Matte Black Glazed Ceramic Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Biomorphic French matte black slip cast molded ceramic lamp in style of Jouve or Chambost with two light sources.
Mid-Century Modern Matte Green Ceramic Vase Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern Style Matte Green Glazed Ceramic Vase Mounted Table Lamp with lamp shade.
Ceramic
Vintage Coastal Matte Ceramic Basket Table Lamps, Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Coastal table lamps. A chic matte glaze over a ceramic basket design.
Ceramic
Vintage Boho Matte Ceramic Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fantastic pair of vintage Boho lamps. Beautiful matte ceramic finish with light gilt detailing.
Ceramic
Ceramic Martz Lamp with Matte Mustard Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ceramic Martz lamp with matte mustard glaze.
Vintage Boho Matte Glazed Ceramic Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic pair of vintage Boho table lamps. A chic graphic design with a matte glazed finish. Fully restored with all new hardware, wiring and plinths. Acquired from a Palm Beach e...
Ceramic
1960s Flattened Matte White Ceramic Lamp with Textural Glaze
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Love the shape and glaze on this lamp. Matte white ceramic lamp with textural moon surface glaze.
Ceramic
Vintage Coastal Matte Ceramic Bamboo Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage Coastal table lamps. A chic bamboo shape in a matte glazed ceramic finish.
Ceramic, Bamboo, Lucite
Martz for Marshall Studios Matte Green Ceramic Table Lamp
By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This petite, ceramic table lamp was designed by Gordon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios in the 1960s.
Ceramic
Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamp, Matte Brown Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
This signed Martz #141 lamp comes in a matte black/dark gray glaze with an incised swirl that runs the entire diameter of the lamp.
Brass
Matte Black Ceramic Martz Lamp by Marshall Studios
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Matte black ceramic Martz lamp by Marshall Studios.
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.