Vintage MCM Danish Wood Bullet Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
crafted from solid wood—likely teak or walnut—the lamp showcases a rich, vertical grain and a smooth
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Minimalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mcm Wood Lamps
Figured Olive Sculptural Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM
$354Sale Price|40% Off
H 9.25 in Dm 4.25 in
Figured Olive Sculptural Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figured olive wood lamp hand-carved on the lathe using a time-intensive technique called multi-axis
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Olive, Reclaimed Wood
Burl Olive Sculptural Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM
$413Sale Price|40% Off
H 8.5 in Dm 6 in
Burl Olive Sculptural Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Burly olive wood lamp hand-carved on the lathe using a time-intensive technique called multi-axis
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Olive, Reclaimed Wood
White Oak River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and elegant, the River Rock lamp features two stacked ovals turned on a lathe and sanded
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Lava Glaze Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking mid-century modern table lamp is a masterclass in textural design, featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Pair, Yasha Heifetz "Male & Female Dancer" MCM Carved Wood Table Lamps
$2,316Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 23.875 in W 6.5 in D 5.125 in
Pair, Yasha Heifetz "Male & Female Dancer" MCM Carved Wood Table Lamps
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Atlanta, GA
1938. Their primary product was table lamps, but they also made ashtrays, wood and metal sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Camphor River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
$639Sale Price|20% Off
H 17 in Dm 10 in
Camphor River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and elegant, the River Rock lamp features two stacked ovals turned on a lathe and sanded
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Gorgeous Mid Century Handcrafted Bamboo & Wood Table Lamp 60s MCM Arts Crafts
$3,900
H 20 in W 15 in D 15 in
Gorgeous Mid Century Handcrafted Bamboo & Wood Table Lamp 60s MCM Arts Crafts
By George Nakashima
Located in Peoria, AZ
Here is a splendid bamboo and wood table lamp that exemplifies grace and nature! Bamboo is cut & weaved
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Olive River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
$721Sale Price|30% Off
H 17.25 in Dm 10 in
Olive River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
smooth as river rocks polished by time and water. The olive wood for our River Rock Lamp is sourced from
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Camphor River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
$799 / item
H 16.5 in Dm 10 in
Camphor River Rock Table Lamp, Hand Turned Reclaimed Wood, MCM, Handstrung Shade
By Surcle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and elegant, the River Rock lamp features two stacked ovals turned on a lathe and sanded
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
MCM Faux Bamboo Sculptural Floor Lamp
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM faux bamboo sculptural floor lamp, circa 1970s. The lamp is in very good vintage condition and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage MCM Long Parchment Table Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-Century Modern table lamp is a masterclass in minimalist geometry and diffused
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
MCM 1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Modern Art Abstract Female Form Table Lamp Oak
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
MCM 1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Modern Art Abstract Female Form Table Lamp Oak
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Peoria, AZ
OAK! BLACK CUBE BASE! Dimensions: 31" Tall By 18" Wide 1950s Heifetz Figural Wood Lamp! Modern Art
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your lighting scheme with this exquisite pair of Mid-Century Modern ceramic and wood table
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Glazed Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps showcases a bold, organic aesthetic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century MCM Carved Wood Bishop Chess Piece Table Lamp Black Paper Shade
$1,295
H 24.5 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid-20th Century MCM Carved Wood Bishop Chess Piece Table Lamp Black Paper Shade
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid-20th Century MCM (a.k.a. Mid Century Modern) carved wood Bishop chess piece table lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Lava Glaze Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bases with brass accents, these lamps serve as sophisticated focal points for a curated MCM, bohemian
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lava, Brass
MCM Gooseneck Faux Fiberglass Melamine Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a gooseneck table lamp. The base and shade have a faux fiberglass look. The shade has a
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage MCM Drip Glaze Ceramic Lamps - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
wood ball finials, these lamps are a soulful addition to any curated lighting collection. Inquire today
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Rustic Arizona Ironwood Floor Lamp Live Edge MCM
Located in Peoria, AZ
Hand Crafted Ironwood Lamp! Gorgeous! Textural Delight! Burlap Shade! Dimensions 44" by 18" Here
Category
Mid-20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
MCM High Style Hollywood Regency God & Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair
$1,680Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 32 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
MCM High Style Hollywood Regency God & Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This pair of 1950s Neoclassical-style table lamps features the busts of Greek gods mounted on the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Sublime! Danish Modern Table Lamp Solid Teak Burlap Raymor MCM 1960s
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 18 in D 18 in
Sublime! Danish Modern Table Lamp Solid Teak Burlap Raymor MCM 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Peoria, AZ
SOLID TEAK DANISH MODERN TABLE LAMP! MAGNIFICENT STYLE! ( DIMENSIONS: 20" TALL 18" WIDE
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Arts & Crafts MCM Burlap Lamp Tripod 1950s Epic Danish Modern Mid Century
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
H 22 in W 18 in D 18 in
Arts & Crafts MCM Burlap Lamp Tripod 1950s Epic Danish Modern Mid Century
By Hansen, Raymor
Located in Peoria, AZ
! This hand crafted lamp is one of a kind and the details add to a very beautiful and unique MCM design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Tall & Epic! Blue Vintage MCM Italian Pottery Lamp Bitossi 1950s Aldo Londi
$7,000
H 37 in W 18 in D 18 in
Tall & Epic! Blue Vintage MCM Italian Pottery Lamp Bitossi 1950s Aldo Londi
By Bitossi, Aldo Londi
Located in Peoria, AZ
Finest in the World! Monumental! 37" Italian Pottery Lamp Rimini Blue with White Stripes &
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery, Wood
Monumental Stiffel Parzinger Mid Century Regency Table Lamp Bronze Brass mcm 50s
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 25 in W 17 in D 17 in
Monumental Stiffel Parzinger Mid Century Regency Table Lamp Bronze Brass mcm 50s
By Tommi Parzinger, Stiffel
Located in Peoria, AZ
Stiffel Mid Century Bronze Brass Regency Table Lamp Epitome of Mid Century Elegance! Attributed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Rare 1950 Paul Hanson Lamp Japanese Iron Samurai Helmet All Original MCM Brass
$3,500
H 28 in W 17 in D 8 in
Rare 1950 Paul Hanson Lamp Japanese Iron Samurai Helmet All Original MCM Brass
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE & INCREDIBLE! PAUL HANSON SAMURAI HELMET LAMP! ONLY A HANDFUL WERE MADE FOR DECORATORS
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
$5,850Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 26 in W 16 in D 16 in
Pair! Mid Century Danish Modern Plaster Lamps Atomic UFO Blue Orange 1950s MCM
By Guido Gambone
Located in Peoria, AZ
PREPARE FOR THE LANDING! DANISH MODERN MID CENTURY UFO LAMPS GOLD FLECKS IN PLASTER! ATOMIC
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Italian Brass Geometric Table Lamp Style of Gio Ponti, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic
$3,995
H 28 in W 16 in D 16 in
Italian Brass Geometric Table Lamp Style of Gio Ponti, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic
By Arredoluce, Gio Ponti
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS! WOOD, PERSPEX & BRASS GEOMETRIC TABLE LAMP IN THE STYLE OF GIO PONTI, CIRCA 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair MCM Black & Gold Large Scale Table Lamps by Carstens Tonnieshof of Germany
$3,495 / set
H 42 in Dm 20 in
Pair MCM Black & Gold Large Scale Table Lamps by Carstens Tonnieshof of Germany
By Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Topeka, KS
style large scale table lamps with off-white linen-look hard backed drum shades and round wood bases by
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Wood Table Lamp by Light House
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant solid wood spiral sculpted MCM table lamp with gold center pole. Made by Light House Light
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Modern Harris Strong Wood and Ceramic Tile Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Harris Strong Wood and Ceramic Tile Table Lamp Beautiful vintage mcm
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
1970s MCM Cog Wheel Spinning Gear Sprocket Table and Lamp Set
Located in Madison, WI
1970s Mid-Century Modern cog wheel spinning gear sprocket table + floor side table lamp set-- 2
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Recent Sales
Mid-Century Modern Ceramic and Wood Lamps, a Pair
By Erik Plöen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful Pair of MCM ceramic and wood lamps. In the style of Erik Ploen, large shades included.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Space Age MCM Sculptural Attributed to Modeline of California Floor Lamp
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Space Age Modern Sculptural Attributed to Modeline of California Floor Lamp Shelf Rare
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern Bentwood Lamp! Teak & Paldao Wood MCM Kagan Wegner Era
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H 23 in W 18 in D 18 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Bentwood Lamp! Teak & Paldao Wood MCM Kagan Wegner Era
By Wilshire House
Located in Peoria, AZ
Rare! Wilshire House of Beverly Hills Striped Sculptural Wood Table Lamp Stunning Paldao Wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Paldao, Teak
Restored Pair of MCM Drip Glaze Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of Mid-Century Modern American drip glaze ceramic lamps, produced circa 1950s. These lamps
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
MCM Blue and White Drip Glaze Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
A Mid-Century Modern blue and white drip glaze table lamp with textured finish, mounted on a black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
MCM Pair Of Lamps By Paul Hanson
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern pair of lamps with a hand painted floral motifs by Paul Hanson. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of MCM Opaline Lamps by Paul Hanson
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Opaline lamps by Paul Hanson, very tall and impressive. Classic lines
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Wood
Vintage MCM Smoked Glass Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of MCM table lamps. Beautiful teak wood frame with smoked glass panels. Interior
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Teak
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps by the Laurel Lamp Company, Usa
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Toronto, ON
It is a rare sight indeed to find a pair of these moderne ultra chic MCM brass plated lamps with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Arteluce Articulating Swing Arm Saucer Italian Brass Desk Lamp 1950s MCM Atomic
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H 25 in W 21 in D 15 in
Arteluce Articulating Swing Arm Saucer Italian Brass Desk Lamp 1950s MCM Atomic
By Arteluce
Located in Peoria, AZ
ARTELUCE SAUCER SHADE ARTICULATING DESK/TABLE LAMP EXQUISITE ITALIAN STYLE! CIRCA 1953 SIMPLY
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of 4 Bulb Brass MCM Table Lamps with Original Acrylic Spaghetti Shades
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H 37 in W 10 in D 10 in
Pair of 4 Bulb Brass MCM Table Lamps with Original Acrylic Spaghetti Shades
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
feature a mix of wood and brass materials. The square bases these lamps rest upon are a rounded wood. The
Category
20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
MCM Oriental Table Lamp in Very Dark Brown Ceramic with Custom-Made Lampshade
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H 25.79 in Dm 11.82 in
MCM Oriental Table Lamp in Very Dark Brown Ceramic with Custom-Made Lampshade
Located in Herentals, BE
handmade lampshade in relief fabric. The black foot is made of wood. The table lamp is equipped with 1 E
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Burl Wood Block Lamps - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage MCM Burl Wood Block Lamps showcase mid-century modern style with their striking burl
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Singer & Sons Splendid Round Lamp Table in Walnut Wood 1950s Edward Wormley Era
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H 25.25 in Dm 32.25 in
Singer & Sons Splendid Round Lamp Table in Walnut Wood 1950s Edward Wormley Era
By M. Singer & Sons
Located in Chula Vista, CA
MCM round walnut wood lamp table in the style of Edward Wormley, 1950s. Sharp & stunning
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Walnut
MCM Space Age Three Globe Geometric Floor Lamp by Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
MCM space age three globe geometric floor lamp by Modeline, circa 1970s. The lamp has a sculptural
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass, Wood
Rare Mid Century Sculptural Laurel Lamp Richard Barr 1960s MCM Brass Walnut
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H 31 in W 18 in D 18 in
Rare Mid Century Sculptural Laurel Lamp Richard Barr 1960s MCM Brass Walnut
By Richard Barr, Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
ABSOLUTELY STUNNING! RICHARD BARR SCULPTURAL LAMP FOR LAUREL LAMP CO. ICONIC MID CENTURY
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of MCM Murano Lamps by Seguso
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern glass lamps by Seguso in amber-green degrade color, with controlled
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass, Wood
Pair of MCM Murano Glass Lamps with Gold Flakes
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian glass lamps with gold flakes and two tones of green. Mounted on
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Leaf
Temde Floating Ball Table and/or Wall Lamp MCM, Germany
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Temde bright red floating ball table and/or wall lamp Mid-Century Modern, made in Germany. Fabulous
Category
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Figural Gilt Polychrome Matador Floor Lamp by Atelier de Recherché Plastique MCM
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H 62 in Dm 17 in
Figural Gilt Polychrome Matador Floor Lamp by Atelier de Recherché Plastique MCM
By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large indoor figural post lamp in the form of a matador by Atelier de Recherche Plastique, 'ARP
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Velvet, Resin, Wood
Pair of Vintage Green MCM Ginger Jar Lamps with Popsicle Stick Lampshades
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of petite ceramic Mid-Century Modern ginger jar lamps, c. 1960s, in avocado green, With an
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Popsicle Stick Table Lamp with Matched Shade Mcm
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H 19 in W 10 in D 10 in
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Popsicle Stick Table Lamp with Matched Shade Mcm
Located in Toronto, CA
broken. The rich wood tone, along with the precise craftsmanship, makes this lamp not only a functional
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Popsicle Stick Table Lamp with Matched Shade Mcm
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H 15 in W 8 in D 8 in
Vintage Folk Art Tramp Art Popsicle Stick Table Lamp with Matched Shade Mcm
Located in Toronto, CA
broken. The rich wood tone, along with the precise craftsmanship, makes this lamp not only a functional
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
MCM Teak Tripod Floor Lamp W/ Orange Fiberglass Shades-by Sir Terence Conran
By Sir Terence Conran
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
These absolutely killer tripod floor lamps were designed by the acclaimed designer, Sir Terence
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
2 MCM Teak Tripod Floor Lamps W/ Orange Fiberglass Shades-by Sir Terence Conran
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H 43.75 in Dm 10 in
2 MCM Teak Tripod Floor Lamps W/ Orange Fiberglass Shades-by Sir Terence Conran
By Sir Terence Conran
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
These absolutely killer tripod floor lamps were designed by the acclaimed designer, Sir Terence
Category
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fiberglass, Wood
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Mcm Wood Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of mcm wood lamps available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique mcm wood lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and ceramic. Mcm wood lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Mcm wood lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many mcm wood lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Atelier de Recherches Plastiques, Seguso Vetri d'Arte and Temde Leuchten produced popular mcm wood lamps that are worth a look.
How Much are Mcm Wood Lamps?
Prices for mcm wood lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, mcm wood lamps begin at $695 and can go as high as $4,800, while the average can fetch as much as $1,600.
Finding the Right Table-lamps for You
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.
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