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French Perspex Table Lamps
Located in Montréal, QC
French perspex lamps. Coloured perspex shades on black molded plastic base. 40 watt E-14 (European
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plexiglass
Hollywood Perspex Table Lamp
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Mid-Century Modern or Dèco Hollywood table lamp: elegant, simple, ambientable everywhere with style
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Eclectic Perspex Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lucite post-modern table lamp, Italy, 1970s
A Custom designed shade of faux leaves and ostrich
Category
20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Plastic, Acrylic
Hollywood Lucite or Perspex Table Lamp
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
Perfect Art Déco Hollywood lucite table lamp: simple and modern, but very classy.
You can set
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Extraordinary White and Orange Perspex Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A beautiful table lamp made in Germany in the 1970s. It has an orange base and a white shade. It is
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Perspex Table Lamp by Franco Mazzucchelli Tartaglino for Stilnovo, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Franco Mazzucchelli
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Model 8105 table lamp designed by Franco Mazzucchelli Tartaglino in 1969 and produced by Stilnovo
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 10.63 in W 10.24 in D 11.03 in
"Home" Lamp by Sciolari for Valenti Glass, Metal and Perspex Table Lamp 1968
By Valenti Luce, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Palermo, IT
Space Age "Home" model table lamp by Gaetano Sciolari for Valenti Luce (later Ecolight) from 1968
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Christofle Signed Silvered Metal and Perspex Table Lamps, c.1960 France.
By Lino Sabattini
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare pair of Christofle Gallia Collection little table lamps, circa 1960, France.
Perspex base
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 7.09 in Dm 5.12 in
Transparant Perspex Italian Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Futuristic perspex table lamp by an unknown manufacturer from -most likely- Italy, probably
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Blue Lucite Chrome Desk Lamp, Italy, 1980
Located in Vienna, AT
Delicate perspex table lamp, Italy, circa 1980 featuring a bended blue Lucite slab with chromed
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Perspex Obelisk Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Vintage pair of Perspex obelisk table lamp with bronze base from circa 1970’s.
Category
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Reggiani “Medusa” Table Lamp Brass Perspex, 1970, Italy
By Reggiani
Located in Milano, IT
Reggiani “Medusa” table lamp brass Perspex, 1970, Italy.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Green Perspex, Brass & Marble Midcentury Table Lamp by Stilux
By Stilux
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Adjustable table or desk lamp designed and produced by Stilux, Milan in the 1960s. White marble
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Pair Of Small Italian Perspex And Metal Table Lamps
Located in London, London
Pair of table lamps
Perspex and coloured metal
Painted steel base
Black cord flex
Italy 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
1950s Brass & Perspex Tripod Table Lamp by Stilux Milano
By Stilnovo, Stilux
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Brass & Perspex Tripod Table Lamp by Stilux Milano.
This elegantly sculptural table lamp is
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Metal Table Lamp with Square Perspex Lampshade, 1970s
By Lamter
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Gorgeous table lamp made of a metal base with brass finish in the typical style of the Italian 70s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Silver Metal Table Lamp with White Perspex Shade, Italy 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Beautiful Italian table lamp from the 1970s, silver metal hourglass base and original ivory perspex
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
Table Lamp Red Perspex Design 1970s Pop Art Italian design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Table lamp red perspex design 1970s pop art, red color, chromed metal.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Italian White Perspex Shade, Ivory Aluminum and Brass 1960s Table Lamp
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Table lamp produced in the late 1960s in Italy. Ivory white metal body with brass support structure
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Stilnovo Italian Table Lamp Brass and Perspex Shade on Marble Base
By Stilnovo
Located in Chicago, IL
Stilnovo attributed table lamp. Tubular brass column with lacquered gray brass center supporting a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Selenova Postmodern Table Lamp with Glass Orb in Light Blue Glass & Perspex
By Selenova
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Selenova, table lamp, glass, chrome-plated steel, Perspex, Italy, 1970s
This desk lamp is a great
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 22.45 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Italian Perspex Tripod Table Lamp Orange & White After Gio Ponti Arredoluce 1950
By Arredoluce, (After) Gio Ponti
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
PERSPEX & METAL
TWO TONE
TRIPOD TABLE LAMP
AFTER GIO PONTI for ARREDOLUCE
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 22 in W 8 in D 9 in
Mid-century Italian red acrylic perspex star shaped floor or table Lamps
Located in London, Fitzrovia
An interesting and unusual group of midcentury Italian red acrylic perspex star shaped table, floor
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Lamter Table Lamp Italian Design Midcentury Italy 1950s Black Marble Red Perspex
By Lamter
Located in Brescia, IT
Lamter
Italy, 1950s.
Table lamp
Red Perspex, black marble base, metal frame.
Very good
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
H 17.33 in Dm 7.88 in
1950 Stilux Italian Mid Century Design Green Perspex Brass Marble Table Lamp
By Stilux
Located in Brescia, IT
Adjustable table lamp
by Stilux _ Milano
Italy, 1950s
Green perspex, polished brass and marble
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Sculpture Very Particular Table Lamp Shaped like a Turtle in Perspex, 1970
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Very particular table lamp shaped like a turtle in Perspex, 1970.
Particularly to light up the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood
H 29.53 in W 14.97 in D 11.82 in
Tito Agnoli for O-Luce Table Lamp in Nickel-Plated Brass and Perspex
By Tito Agnoli, O-Luce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for O-luce, table lamp, model '269', nickel-plated brass, Perspex, Italy, 1959
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Rare Tito Agnoli for O-Luce '260' Table Lamp in Perspex and Brass
By Tito Agnoli, O-Luce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Tito Agnoli for O-Luce, desk lamp and wall light, model ‘260’, Perspex, brass, Italy, circa 1958
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Lucite Table or Floor Lamp Giants White Perspex, Brass, Italy Mid-Century 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Very large 35" high, lucite table or floor lamps in great condition, Italy around 1970
Elegant
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 35.43 in Dm 16.92 in
Italian 1960s White Perspex and Aluminum Hanging Lamp by Stilux Milano
By Stilux
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful midcentury modern white perspex and aluminium pendant lamp. This fantastic piece was
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Round Marble Finish Lamp with Stepped Perspex Base Mirrored Edges
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
four step perspex base with mirrored finish
A very good looking rare and decorative table lamp, I've
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
H 16.15 in Dm 9.85 in
Perspex table lamp, space age, 1970s
By Space Age Products
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Lampada da tavolo in perspex, Space Age, 1970
Condizioni: Buone
Materiali: Perspex
Epoca: 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Large table lamp, steel glass and perspex Sciolari - Ecolight
By Ecolight, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Monza, Monza e Brianza
in perspex.
Il suo disegno è attribuito a Gaetano Sciolari, noto designer italiano, molto attivo nel
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Perspex and Metal Button Table Lamp - 1960s Italy
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
originale al neon (convertibile oggi con Led) illumuna l'enorme bottone in Perspex bianco lattigine.
Sono
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Gae Aulenti for Kartell ‘King Sun’ in Perspex and Red-Orange Aluminum
By Gae Aulenti, Kartell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gae Aulenti for Kartell, ‘King Sun’ lamp, Perspex, enameled aluminum, Italy, 1967
This ‘King Sun
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
H 27.96 in W 29.34 in D 21.66 in
Vintage 1950s marble and perspex table lamp design Lamter Milano
Located in None, IT
Lampada da tavolo con base in marmo, corpo in metallo cromato e paralume in perspex grigio, design
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Italian Chrome Travertine Table Lamp 1960s
Located in Paris, IDF
table lamp typically mid-century modern, as the period was known for championing pieces that mixed
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Chrome
White Modernist Ribbon Table Lamp Circa 1980s Fine Art Lamps Studio Decor
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
MODERNIST TABLE LAMP
PERSPEX DIFFUSER AND LINEN SHADE
IN THE STYLE OF TOMMI PARZINGER
Category
Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-century brown table lamp, Stilux Milano Italy, 1950s
By Stilux
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century table lamp, grey perspex domed shade.
Stilux, Milano Italy, 1950s
Wooden base, brass
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
"Sfera" Cuccuru Beni for Valenti Italian Design 1970s Big Table Lamp
By Valenti
Located in Brescia, IT
Rare table lamp
Perspex shade
Chrome metal frame
Excellent condiction
Chrome in perfect
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Chrome Table Lamp Style of Karl Springer, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic Studio Decor
By Karl Springer
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS!
CHROME TABLE LAMP
PERSPEX DIFFUSER AND LINEN SHADE
IN THE STYLE OF KARL SPRINGER, CIRCA
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 25 in W 18 in D 18 in
Italian Brass Geometric Table Lamp Style of Gio Ponti, Circa 1960s MCM Atomic
By Gio Ponti, Arredoluce
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
H 28 in W 16 in D 16 in
Lamp Table Cobridge Poppy and Ice Wildflower Vase Blue Green Red White
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A Cobridge, poppy and ice pattern, hand painted vase converted into table lamp on perspex base, 9
Category
Early 2000s English Other Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
lamp table pair vase upcycled cobridge samba abstract 15 1/2" high anita harris
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
COBRIDGE, PAIR OF SAMBA PATTERN, HANDPAINTED VASES UPCYCLED INTO TABLE LAMPS ON PERSPEX BASES, 15
Category
Early 2000s English Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
H 15.36 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Vase Pair of Cobridge Poppy and Ice Wildflower Blue Red Green White 16.5" high
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A pair of Cobridge, poppy & ice pattern, hand painted, table lamps on Perspex bases. Measures: 16 1
Category
Early 2000s English Other Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
A Bamboo and Perspex Table-Lamp
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A bamboo and perspex table-lamp of tubular design.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Lucite
Pair of Missaglia Engraved Perspex Table Lamps
By Missaglia
Located in Brussels, BE
Pair of Missaglia engraved Perspex table lamps.
White lacquered metal base.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Plexiglass
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps Gerusalem by Barnaba Fornasetti
By Fornasetti
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Pair of Perspex table lamps "Gerusalem" by Barnaba Fornasetti
Printed and colored perspex.
1995
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Small Perspex Table Lamp Sole by Barnaba Fornasetti 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Small Perspex table lamp "Sole" by Barnaba Fornasetti, 1995
Printed and colored Perspex
Made by
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps Kisses by Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy
By Fornasetti
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Pair of perspex table lamps "Gerusalem" by Barnaba Fornasetti
Printed and colored perspex.
1995
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Tsar Sweden pine & perspex table lamp
Located in Heerhugowaard, NL
Table lamp manufactured by Tsar Sweden, in the 1960s.
This lamp is made from solid pine wood, and
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Pine
Yellow Perspex Table Lamp by Stilnovo, 1954
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, DE
Rare table lamp by Stilnovo in yellow perspex
Perspex shade measures: Diameter 10cm, height 17cm.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Perspex Table Lamp by Hanns Hoffmann Lederer
By Hanns Hoffmann-Lederer
Located in Berlin, DE
Super rare perspex lamp by German designer Hanns Hoffmann Ledere, circa 1951.
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Lucite
Gabriella Crespi, "Fungo", Brushed Brass and Perspex Table Lamp, 1970
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Milan, IT
Gabriella Crespi, (Milano 1922-Milano 2017). Table lamp in brushed brass and perspex model "Fungo
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps "Gerusalem" by Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy, 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
A pair of table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti
“Gerusalem”
Printed and colored perspex
Made by
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
H 23.63 in W 9.45 in D 9.06 in
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps "Kisses" by Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy, 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
A pair of table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti
“Kisses”
Printed and colored perspex
Made by
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
H 23.63 in W 9.45 in D 9.06 in
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps “Immaginario” Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy, circa 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
A pair of small table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti
“Immaginario”
Printed and colored perspex
Made
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
H 13 in W 4.73 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps Fornasetti for Antonangeli, Roma, Italy, 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Lugano, Ticino
A pair of small size table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti “Roma”.
Printed and colored Perspex
Made
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps "Immaginario" by Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy, 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire
A pair of small table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti
“Immaginario”
Printed and colored perspex
Made
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
H 13 in W 4.73 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Perspex Table Lamps Immaginario by Barnaba Fornasetti, Italy, 1995
By Fornasetti
Located in Lugano, Ticino
Beautiful and creative pair of table lamps by Barnaba Fornasetti "Immaginario".
Printed and
Category
1990s Italian Table Lamps
H 13 in W 4.73 in D 6.3 in
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Perspex Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal perspex table lamp for your home. A perspex table lamp — often made from plastic, metal and plexiglass — can elevate any home. There are 42 variations of the antique or vintage perspex table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer perspex table lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A perspex table lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Stilnovo, Arteluce and Christophe Gevers each produced at least one beautiful perspex table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Perspex Table Lamp?
The average selling price for a perspex table lamp at 1stDibs is $1,470, while they’re typically $354 on the low end and $8,585 for the highest priced.
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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.
Questions About Perspex Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
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- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.
You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.
Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers 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.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.
Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”
Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.
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