At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century crackled lamp for your home. Frequently made of
ceramic,
metal and
brass, every mid century crackled lamp was constructed with great care. There are 89 variations of the antique or vintage mid century crackled lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mid century crackled lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mid century crackled lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in
Mid-Century Modern,
Hollywood Regency and
Art Deco styles are sought with frequency.
Stiffel,
Frederick Cooper and
Blenko each produced at least one beautiful mid century crackled lamp that is worth considering.
Prices for a mid century crackled lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $350 and can go as high as $8,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,850.
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.