Post Modern Plaster Column Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Classic Post Modern plaster circular column floor lamp with matching plaster sphere finial.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
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Plaster
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Dramatic Over Scale Post Modern Plaster Floor Lamp c 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic oversize ceramic floor lamp of bulbous form with contrasting dark toned, textured glaze at the upper section, which appears to drip down onto the smooth creme colored bottom...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Large White Vintage Post Modern Plaster Beehive Jar Table Lamps - A Pair
By Elite
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A pair of large post-modern table lamps in plaster. We love a good plaster lamp, and two is better than one!
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Post Modern Columnar Plaster Floor Lamps by Bob Graham Circa 1980s
$2,395 / set
H 64.5 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in
Pair of Post Modern Columnar Plaster Floor Lamps by Bob Graham Circa 1980s
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of sculptural plaster floor lamps by Bob Graham ca. 1980s. These are of adjustable height, with the original black lacquer shades. 64.5" high as shown, to top of shade. Bas...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Biomorphic Post-Modern Freeform Ribbon Motif Plaster Table Lamp by Jaru, 1980's
$1,100
H 31 in W 8 in D 5.5 in
Biomorphic Post-Modern Freeform Ribbon Motif Plaster Table Lamp by Jaru, 1980's
By Jaru
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Very unique Post Modern biomorphic table lamp by Jaru. This sculptural abstract form lamp features a neutral tone finish with metallic gold accents. Circa 1980's. Lamp shade not incl...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Casual Lamps of California Etched Plaster Lamp
By Casual Lamps of California
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Nicely detailed ceramic lamp by Casual Lamps of California. Deeply carved with geometric design. Unique in its Size and shape.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Large Pair of Post Modern Coquina Stone Style Lamps, in Painted Plaster
$2,400 / set
H 27 in Dm 7.5 in
Large Pair of Post Modern Coquina Stone Style Lamps, in Painted Plaster
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Pair of Postmodern Coquina Stone Style Lamps, in Painted Plaster USA, Circa 1980s This striking pair of large postmodern lamps showcases a coquina stone-style texture, crafte...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Plaster Cactus Lamp With Globe Lamp Shade MCM Postmodern Retro 70s 80s
$1,200
H 39 in W 11 in D 14 in
Vintage Plaster Cactus Lamp With Globe Lamp Shade MCM Postmodern Retro 70s 80s
By Michael Taylor, John Dickinson, Richard Etts, Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Vintage Cactus Plaster Lamp. The lamp is made out of plaster and the lampshade is made out of acrylic. Solid and very heavy. Color: Off White Condition: In great vintage condi...
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Embossed Plaster Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
A postmodern urn shaped table lamp made of plaster. A beveled neck is decorated with a brass ring. Shoulders are embossed with textured plaster in serpentine chevron shapes that circ...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Large modern geometric plaster lamp in the style of Diego Giacometti
$4,144 / item
H 22.84 in W 14.57 in D 5.52 in
Large modern geometric plaster lamp in the style of Diego Giacometti
By Diego Giacometti
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large modern geometric plaster lamp in the style of Diego Giacometti - MM007 Large modern plaster lamp in the style of the work of Diego Giacometti. Quality craftsmanship, hand-sculp...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Michael Taylor Style Sculptural Modern Plaster Twist Spiral Column Table Lamp
$1,100
H 32 in Dm 8.75 in
Michael Taylor Style Sculptural Modern Plaster Twist Spiral Column Table Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Chunky and substantial Michael Taylor style twisted spiral table lamp, circa 1980's. This architectural column form lamp features a textural warm matte white/cream plaster finish. La...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Plaster Lamp Pietra by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
Plaster Lamp Pietra by Renzo Maar Dimensions: D 13.5 x H 39 cm (without lampshade) Materials: Plaster, Signed. Made of plaster, this lamp is an abstract sculpture reminiscent of me...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Plaster Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of postmodern urn shaped table lamps made of plaster. Shoulders are embossed with a textured pattern of green and light blush hexagons. Below, the body is concertina shaped, p...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Linen, Plaster
Pietra Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
Pietra Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar Handmade Dimensions: D 13.5 x H 39 cm (dimensions are approximate) Materials: Plaster. Made of plaster, this lamp is an abstract sculpture re...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
P01 Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
P01 Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar Handmade Dimensions: D 10 x H 42 cm (dimensions are approximate) Materials: Plaster. Each piece is hand-made in France, and unique; dimensions a...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Roma Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
Roma Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar Handmade Dimensions: D 10 x H 40 cm (dimensions are approximate) Materials: Plaster. Each piece is hand-made in France, and unique; dimensions ...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Rocchetto Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
Rocchetto Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar Handmade Dimensions: D 16 x H 35 cm (dimensions are approximate) Materials: Plaster. Each piece is hand-made in France, and unique; dimens...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Cucchiaio Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar
Located in Geneve, CH
Cucchiaio Plaster Table Lamp by Renzo Maar Handmade Dimensions: D 18 x W 19 x H 36 cm (dimensions are approximate) Materials: Plaster. Each piece is hand-made in France, and unique;...
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1980s Postmodern Plaster Floor Lamp by Dynasty Gallery
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
This sculptural plaster floor lamp is a refined example of 1980s Postmodern design, attributed to Dynasty Gallery, a California studio known for its expressive plaster lighting and d...
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Sculptural Pink Plaster Floor Lamp Faux Pencil Reed
By Michael Taylor
Located in Delray Beach, FL
For your consideration is a plaster floor lamp with a pale pink finish made to look like pencil reed. Would make a great colorful addition to any room. Would look great in a mid cent...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Mid Century Hollywood Regency Post Modern Pink or Peach Spiral Floor Lamp
$800 / item
H 60 in Dm 25 in
Mid Century Hollywood Regency Post Modern Pink or Peach Spiral Floor Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We currently have a pair of these available and they are priced each. A stylish and chic spiral floor lamp in the style of Michael Taylor, circa 1970s. It features very heavy and sol...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
French Postmodern Palm Frond Plaster Floor Lamp Inspired by Serge Roche
By Frances Elkins, Sirmos, Serge Roche, John Dickinson, Dorothy Draper
Located in Houston, TX
French Postmodern palm frond plaster floor lamp inspired by Serge Roche. This tall French modern plaster floor lamp has a beautiful palm frond design and has been newly wired with br...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Swirl Plaster Table Lamps by Bloomingdale’s - a Pair
$956Sale Price|20% Off
H 24.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Postmodern Swirl Plaster Table Lamps by Bloomingdale’s - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing pair vintage postmodern plaster table lamp by Bloomingdale’s. Each feature a beige natural finish with a sculpted swim pillar body.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Round Plaster Postmodern Spiral Floor Lamp in Manner of Michael Taylor - 1970s
$700
H 56.75 in Dm 7 in
Round Plaster Postmodern Spiral Floor Lamp in Manner of Michael Taylor - 1970s
By Michael Taylor
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall post modern circular plaster 1970s spiral floor lamp in the manner of Michael Taylor.
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Rare large postmodern American textured plaster zig zag floor lamp, 1980s
$1,355
H 68.51 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
Rare large postmodern American textured plaster zig zag floor lamp, 1980s
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare large postmodern American textured plaster zig zag floor lamp, complete with large drum shade. Hard to find these nowadays. Newly rewired with braided cord. Shade has a few mark...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete
Memphis Style Postmodern Color Blocked Plaster Table Lamp, 1980's
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Memphis style color blocked table lamp, circa 1980's. This sculptural modern form lamp features a yellow fluted column with accents of purple, pink, teal, and blue. Lamp shade includ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Plaster Floor Lamp with Lucite Base and Original Shade
Located in New York, NY
Classic Hollywood Regency Art Deco Revival Post Modern plaster lamp, with textured coral colored vertical center post, with a thick clear lucite base, lucite finial, and original con...
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Lucite, Plaster
Pr. Mid Century Cast Plaster Cactus Table Lamps by Bon Art
$1,440Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34 in Dm 9 in
Pr. Mid Century Cast Plaster Cactus Table Lamps by Bon Art
Located in New York, NY
Tres chic pair of cast plaster cactus table lamps, in very fine original condition. Both lamps are in working condition, original shades included, but shades show some cosmetic imper...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Michael Taylor Style Plaster Twist Lamps, a Pair
By Michael Taylor
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful Plaster Twist lamps in the manner of Michael Taylor. Unique pink finish! Awesome postmodern design and styling! Shades and harps for staging purposes only.
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Postmodern Textured Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
A postmodern table lamp. The traditional vase shaped body is plaster with a richly textured finish in an earthy terracotta color.
Category
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Longing Lamp by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Longing lamp by AOAO Dimensions:W 60 x D 13 x H 100 cm. Materials: grey plaster. Color options available upon request. The idea was born after deciding to reconnect with my family a...
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Big Step Lamp by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Big Step lamp by AOAO Dimensions: W 100 x D 16 x H 135 cm Materials: White plaster Color options available upon request. The idea was born after deciding to reconnect with my f...
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Drape Floor Lamp by Studio Bazazo
Located in Geneve, CH
Drape Floor Lamp by Studio Bazazo Dimensions: D 61,5 x W 40 x H 170 cm. Materials: Steel, sand, and plaster mixture. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold t...
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Other
Embrace Standing Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren
Located in Geneve, CH
Embrace Standing Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren Dimensions: W 46.99 x D 45.72 x H 200.66 cm Materials: Sculpted in concrete and plaster with LEDs Based in, produced and shipped fr...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete, Other
Gamp Floor Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren
Located in Geneve, CH
Gamp Floor Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren Dimensions: W 71.12 x D 45.72 x H 152.4 cm Materials: Sculpted in concrete and plaster and liquid metal Based in, produced and shipped fr...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete, Other, Metal
Small Step Lamp by AOAO
Located in Geneve, CH
Small step lamp by AOAO Dimensions: W 44 x D 11 x H 68 cm Materials: White Plaster Color options available upon request. The idea was born after deciding to reconnect with my f...
Category
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Embrace Bronze Standing Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren
$36,475 / item
H 73.63 in W 18.51 in D 17.72 in
Embrace Bronze Standing Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren
Located in Geneve, CH
Embrace Bronze Standing Lamp by Katrien Van Der Schueren Dimensions: W 46.99 x D 45.72 x H 187.96 cm Materials: Sculpted in concrete and plaster, liquid bronze finish with LEDs Base...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete, Other, Bronze
Serge Roche Attr. Banana Leaf Table Lamps, a Pair
By Serge Roche
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of postmodern ‘banana leaf’ table lamps attributed to Serge Roche. Plaster vases are pressed to give the look of earthenware and are decorated with overlapping hand-painted ba...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Drape Table Lamp by Studio Bazazo
Located in Geneve, CH
Drape Table Lamp by Studio Bazazo Dimensions: D 25 x W 27,5 x H 55 cm. Materials: Steel, sand, and plaster mixture. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold t...
Category
2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Other
Tethys Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Tethys lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D 26 x H 51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. Hardware: polished nickel-plated brass uno threaded socket with ...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Rhea Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Rhea lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. Hardware: Polished Nickel-plated Brass UNO Threaded Socket with turn...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Daphnis Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Daphnis lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D 26 x H 51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. Hardware: polished nickel-plated brass uno threaded socket with...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mississippi Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Mississippi lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D26 x H51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET wi...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Prometheus Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Prometheus Lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET wit...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Mimas Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Mimas lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D26 x H51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with tur...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Enceladus Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Enceladus Lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Yangtze Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Yangtze lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. Hardware: polished nickel-plated brass uno threaded socket with t...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Euphrates Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Euphrates Lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D26 x H51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Rhine Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Rhine lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with TUR...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Titan Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Titan lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with TUR...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Nile Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Nile lamp by Elyse Graham. Dimensions: D26 x H51 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with TUR...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Amazon Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Amazon lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with TU...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Tigris Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Tigris lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D26 x H51 cm Materials: plaster, resin, cotton rag paper, brass, nickel. Hardware: polished nickel-plated brass uno threaded socket with tu...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Ganges Lamp by Elyse Graham
Located in Geneve, CH
Ganges lamp by Elyse Graham Dimensions: D31 x H49 cm Materials: Plaster, Resin, Cotton rag Paper, brass, Nickel. HARDWARE: POLISHED NICKEL-PLATED BRASS UNO THREADED SOCKET with TU...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Scarpa II Table Lamp by Daniel Schneiger
Located in Geneve, CH
Scarpa II table lamp by Daniel Schneiger Dimensions: D10 x W20 x H31 cm. Materials: Wood, Resin, Plaster. CAST\ A collection of new lighting by Dan Schneiger Cast from gypsum plast...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Resin, Wood, Plaster
Scarpa Woodgrain Table Lamp by Daniel Schneiger
Located in Geneve, CH
Scarpa Woodgrain table lamp by Daniel Schneiger Dimensions: D 17 x W 12 x H 48 cm Materials: Wood. Plaster and resin Shade not included. Custom finishes available. CAST\ A collecti...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Resin, Plaster, Wood
Scarpa White Table Lamp by Daniel Schneiger
Located in Geneve, CH
Scarpa white table lamp by Daniel Schneiger. Dimensions: D 17 x W 12 x H 48 cm. Materials: wood. plaster and resin. Shade not included. Custom finishes available. CAST\ A collectio...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Resin, Plaster, Wood
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Farola Handmade Plaster Table Lamp
By trans-LUXE
Located in New York, NY
Farola Handmade plaster Special solid firm coated finish Additional custom sizes and finishes available upon request Approximate lead time 8-10 weeks Made in New York ...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Coating
Postmodern Distressed Plaster Ribbed Table Lamp by Elite, 1993
By Elite Design Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Urn-shaped distressed plaster table lamp with horizontal ribbing. Chrome neck. Signed to back of lamp with Elite '93. Body only measures 13.5". Shade not included.
Category
1990s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp
Located in Staten Island, NY
1980s Style after Serge Roche Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp This iconic lamp will add the 80s Florida Miami vibe to any space
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamps - A Pair
Located in Staten Island, NY
1980s Style after Serge Roche Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamps - A pair. This rare set of floor lamps from the 1980s will enhance any space or room.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Frero - Sunda lamp - designed in Antwerp made in USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sunda is a sophisticated lamp design that draws inspiration from the intricate structure of tectonic plates. This particular region represents a complex geological phenomenon, charac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone
Pilar Table Lamp in Lacquered Papier Mâché and Fringe
By Hannah Bigeleisen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by architectural elements, the ARCHI lighting series by Hannah Bigeleisen plays with notions of balance between form, proportion, color, and pattern. A hand painted, pattern...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, White Limestone, In Stock
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H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, White Limestone, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader Mini, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader series of organic light sculpture...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, White Limestone, In Stock
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H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, White Limestone, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader Mini, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader series of organic light sculpt...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Off-White Lacquer Finish, In Stock
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H 17.5 in W 13.25 in D 6.5 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Off-White Lacquer Finish, In Stock
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, 2022. Biomorphic: ‘bios' meaning life and 'morphe' meaning form. Dimensions: Height: 17-1/2” Width: 13-1/4” Depth: 6-1/2” The Biomorphic series...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
Frero - Anta lamp - designed in Antwerp made in USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Anta showcases a robust design featuring a prominent 3-stripe motif, representing the profound bonds among the brothers. Each Frero piece is meticulously handcast using reclaimed...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Handmade Table Lamp, White Stone, In Stock
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H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Handmade Table Lamp, White Stone, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader Mini, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader series of organic light sculpt...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Black Lacquer, Made-To-Order
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H 13 in W 5.25 in D 9 in
Space Invader Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, Black Lacquer, Made-To-Order
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Designed by Studio Chora, Space Invader, 2021. Amorphous, nonconforming, the Space Invader is expressive of the human form. The Space Invader series of organic light sculptures are...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
Frero - Fuca lamp - designed in Antwerp made in USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Fuca lamp is a Creative ode to the beauty of square elements in life. Designed in Antwerp, Belgium and hand-crafted in North Carolina, the Suma Lamp utilizes stone and mineral to...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Frero - Suma lamp - designed in Antwerp made in USA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In terms of lighting, Suma, with its geologically-inspired simplicity and grandeur, effortlessly blends with a variety of surroundings. Crafted in our design studio in North Carolina...
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stone, Limestone
Michele DE LUCCHI (né en 1951) Lampe Treforchette modèle crée en 1997
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H 18.51 in Dm 7.88 in
Michele DE LUCCHI (né en 1951) Lampe Treforchette modèle crée en 1997
By Michele de Lucchi
Located in PARIS, FR
Michele DE LUCCHI (né en 1951) Lampe Treforchette, modèle crée en 1997 Edition Produzione Privata arrêtée Diffuseur en PVC, structure en métal, base en porcelaine. Etat neuf dans son...
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Post Modern Plaster Floor Lamp, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Postmodern Plaster Floor Lamp, 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Post Modern Swirl Plaster 1980s Floor Lamp and Table Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Michael Taylor style spiral plaster floor lamp and table lamp. Circa 1980's. Chunky textural plaster spiral lamps with original empire shades. Shades are a bit discolored and...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Rare Vintage Post Modern American Textured Plaster Zig Zag Lamp 1980s
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H 35.44 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Rare Vintage Post Modern American Textured Plaster Zig Zag Lamp 1980s
Located in Hastings, GB
Large postmodern American textured plaster zig zag lamp, with original hard pleat shade. Newly rewired with braided cord. Very hard to source these lamps nowadays. A real statement p...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Plaster
Post Modern Pair of Bon Art Cactus Plaster Table Lamps Southwestern Style
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of plaster cactus table lamps by Bon Art, these lamps will lend an eclectic air to any project.
Category
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Brutalist Acrylic and Plaster Table Lamp by Casual Lamps
By Casual Lamps of California
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Sculptural lamp by Casual Lamps. Cast plaster in a modern brutalist style. Hand painted finish and acrylic base. 3 way bulb. One repair. Minor chipping. 36” tall 5.5” deep 14...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
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Acrylic, Plaster
Art Deco Plaster Torchiere Floor Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional plaster torchiere lamp. Square bad and top, finished with a light yellow. By pacific coast lighting.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Sirmos Plaster "Fabric" Knot Table Lamp
By Sirmos
Located in New Windsor, NY
Sirmos table lamp that resembles a knotted piece of fabric. Cast plaster. Circa 1980. Rewired and in good working condition. Approximately 34.5" high from base to finial. 9" x 7.5" ...
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
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Plaster
Post-modern Tall Travertine Column Table Lamp with Original Pleated Sisal Shade
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H 34 in W 6 in D 6 in
Post-modern Tall Travertine Column Table Lamp with Original Pleated Sisal Shade
By George Kovacs
Located in Chicago, IL
Large-scale Post-Modern table lamp in the style of George Kovacs in off-white / cream travertine in the form of a squared column. Includes original pleated sisal lampshade. Travert...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
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Plaster
1970s White Plaster Sculpted Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Vintage matching pair of colossal white plaster lamps. Sculpted. Post modern.
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern Textured Plaster Flying Dove Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your space with the elegance of the Dove Sculpted Postmodern Lamp. Featuring a textured plaster body, its highlight is a gracefully sculpted dove, symbolizing peace, takin...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern White Plaster Spiral Floor Lamp by Michael Taylor
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the Postmodern White Plaster Spiral Floor Lamp by Michael Taylor, a fusion of art and function. This floor lamp's unique spiral design, crafted in white plaster, brings a sc...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Postmodern Plaster Spiral Twist Floor Lamp, 1980s American
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H 59.06 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Postmodern Plaster Spiral Twist Floor Lamp, 1980s American
By Michael Taylor
Located in Hastings, GB
Vintage postmodern plaster spiral twist floor lamp, 1980s American. Stamped with 'Sun 89'. Newly rewired with white braided cord. Original shade has a couple of dings. Lamp is perfec...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Plaster Hand Painted Banana Leaf Lamps - a Pair
By Serge Roche
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Post modern. Hand painted. Serge Roche style. 1980s Coastal, Palm Beach regency, Hollywood regency, plaster banana leaf table lamps.
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Art Deco White Plaster Torchiere Floor Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional plaster torchiere lamp. Square body and top with a white finish. By pacific coast lighting.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Regency Plaster Bow Floor Lamps After Dickinson - a Pair
By John Dickinson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bold and sculptural, this stunning pair of vintage Regency plaster floor lamps channels the theatrical glamour of James Mont and the whimsical elegance of John Dickinson. Each lamp i...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Artmaster Studios Geometric Triangular Painted Plaster Floor Lamp
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome postmodern Artmaster Studios geometric triangular hand painted plaster floor lamp. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Blue Architectural Plaster Lamps by Bon Art, 1989
Located in Chicago, IL
A pair plaster table lamp featuring a circular base with an abstract architectural raised design. Signed Bon Art, 1989.
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Coastal Style Plaster Palm Frond Leaf Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vintage pair of 80s table lamps in Serge Roche styling made by Harris lamp company. Large urn shaped bases are done of all beige plaster decorated with an overlapping bas relief palm...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1980s Postmodern Plaster Floor Lamp in a Freeform Ribbon Motif by Jaru
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very unusual plaster floor lamp by Jaru in an abstract form in tan with gold painted accents.
Category
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Plaster Table Lamps with Dusty Pink Silk Shades, 1980s
By Serge Roche
Located in Miami, FL
Plaster circular table lamps with multi-color painted rings and new dusty silk lamp shades, circa 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silk, Plaster
Fabulous Pair of Large "Cubist" Table Lamps
By Casual Lamps of California
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous pair of large impressive table lamps by Casual lamp company. The lamp bodies are thick slabs of sculpted plaster with simple post modern "cubist" reliefs which are finishe...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1980s Cactus Floor Lamp
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s Cactus floor lamp in ceramic or plaster. Pale green with nice texture. Weighty design. A fun and functional element for any room. CONDITION NOTES: Original wiring is in wo...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Plaster
Vintage Boho Cactus Floor Lamp Bon Art 1990
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Fantastic vintage plaster floor lamp. A boho cactus shape in a pale toupe cerused finish. Acquired from a Jersey Shore estate.
Category
20th Century Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Table Lamps, circa 2000, France
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of table lamps. Plaster table lamps. Rafia lampshades, circa 2000, France. Very good condition.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1980s Postmodern Faux Coral Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Postmodern plaster lamps. Faux coral design. In a stretched hexagonal silhouette. No chips or cracks. Great natural look. Would look good in Mid Century Modern, Postmodern an...
Category
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Postmodern 1989 Zig Zag Table Lamp by Veras Art Studios
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade by Veras Art Studios. With original Lamp Shade and original lamp finial. Matte black finish. 32 5/8”H 11” L x 7”W Base: 7” L x 7” W
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Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Wire
Post Modern Plaster Twist Floor Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Glazed plaster twist form post modern floor lamp, in very good original condition clean, working and ready to use.
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Post Modern Plaster Twist Floor Lamp
By Michael Taylor
Located in New York, NY
Chic voguish glazed ceramic twist form post modern floor lamp, in very good original condition clean, working and ready to use. Sophisticated white on white color way, modern design...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Plaster
Pair of Post Modern Plaster Swirl Table Lamps
By Michael Taylor
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Nice pair of Post Modern plaster Swirl table lamps, no damage to be noted.
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Post Modern Zig Zag Plaster Floor Lamp By Ziggurat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ziggurat, circa 1980. A vintage post modern floor lamp in the classical "zig-zag" form.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Pr. Post Modern Plaster Zig Zag Table Lamps by Ziggurat, ca. 1970/1980's
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H 38 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Pr. Post Modern Plaster Zig Zag Table Lamps by Ziggurat, ca. 1970/1980's
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of off white cast plaster zig zag table lamps, by Ziggurat, circa 1980's. Both are in very good, original clean and working condition, shades not included. Free of chips, c...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Sculptural Plaster Floor Lamp, 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
A white plaster floor lamp with a whimsical spiral design. Lampshade not included, please inquire for availability of options. USA, 1980s. Dimensions: 58.75" height x 12" diameter...
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Gambone Style Tall Plaster Bottle Lamp
By Guido Gambone
Located in North Miami, FL
This amazing sculpted and architectural solid plaster table lamp very much like the works of Guido Gambone. Normal age and crackling of plaster adds beauty while still maintaining th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Plaster Spiral Floor Lamp in the Style of Michael Taylor, 1980s
By Michael Taylor
Located in Chicago, IL
A plaster floor lamp in the style of Michael Taylor featuring a spiral column design with a square base. The textured plaster offers an organic elegance reminiscent of white-washed s...
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Architectural Scale Plaster Lamps Marked Bon Art, 1991
Located in New York, NY
Stylish pair of plaster lamps of architectural form, marked "Bon Art 1991". The original conical shades can be included, however they show wear ( shade diameter 24" ). Lamp bases a...
Category
1990s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Pair of Plaster table lamps in the style of Giacometti
By Alberto and Diego Giacometti
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant Pair of French style table lamps in the style of Alberto and Diego Giacometti. These lamps have a timeless columnar, cylindrical organic form that has an enchanting sensibili...
Category
Vintage 1960s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paint
Vintage spiral twist Michael Taylor style textured plaster floor lamp, USA 1980s
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H 63 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Vintage spiral twist Michael Taylor style textured plaster floor lamp, USA 1980s
By Michael Taylor
Located in Hastings, GB
Spiral twist Michael Taylor style textured plaster floor lamp, USA 1980s. Newly rewired with braided cord. Shade is a little dirty but still useable Dimensions: height to top of bul...
Category
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Sculptural Coastal Style Bird of Paradise Plaster Table Lamp.Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Large Vintage Sculptural Coastal Style Bird of Paradise Table Lamp. Circa 1980s Features a sculptural urn-shaped textured plaster body with Paradise Flower reliefs highlighted with a...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1980’s Postmodern Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
A 1980’s postmodern urn shaped table lamp made by Alsy. Finished in a cream textured plaster with beveled rings around the body and the base. Measures 18"H to top of socket, 26.5"H t...
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Blue-Green Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1980s Blue-green ceramic table lamp. Variegated glaze with depth and interest. Larger in size, great form, wenge stem. Shade is not included as it's not in the best condition a...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Postmodern Marbleized Table Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of Large Size Postmodern Faux Marble Table Lamps. Circa 1980s. Feature a man made material bases with rounded sides and pink and cream marbleized laminated finish. In excel...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
1980s Postmodern Collective Elegance Pastel Ceramic Lamps, a Pair
Located in Waxahachie, TX
These are very Weekend at Bernies. Collective Elegance brand. Pink and green calla lillies. Gorgeous 1980s postmodern, pastel ceramic lamps. 24" to top of finial.
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
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Brass
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Plaster Post Modern Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the plaster post modern lamp you’re looking for. A plaster post modern lamp — often made from plaster, metal and brass — can elevate any home. There are 7 variations of the antique or vintage plaster post modern lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the plaster post modern lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each plaster post modern lamp bearing hallmarks is very popular. Casual Lamps of California, Hannah Bigeleisen and Martine Bedin each produced at least one beautiful plaster post modern lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Plaster Post Modern Lamp?
Prices for a plaster post modern lamp start at $795 and top out at $4,200 with the average selling for $2,450.
A Close Look at Post-modern Furniture
Postmodern design was a short-lived movement that manifested itself chiefly in Italy and the United States in the early 1980s. The characteristics of vintage postmodern furniture and other postmodern objects and decor for the home included loud-patterned, usually plastic surfaces; strange proportions, vibrant colors and weird angles; and a vague-at-best relationship between form and function.
ORIGINS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerges during the 1960s; popularity explodes during the ’80s
- A reaction to prevailing conventions of modernism by mainly American architects
- Architect Robert Venturi critiques modern architecture in his Complexity and Contradiction in Architecture (1966)
- Theorist Charles Jencks, who championed architecture filled with allusions and cultural references, writes The Language of Post-Modern Architecture (1977)
- Italian design collective the Memphis Group, also known as Memphis Milano, meets for the first time (1980)
- Memphis collective debuts more than 50 objects and furnishings at Salone del Milano (1981)
- Interest in style declines, minimalism gains steam
CHARACTERISTICS OF POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Dizzying graphic patterns and an emphasis on loud, off-the-wall colors
- Use of plastic and laminates, glass, metal and marble; lacquered and painted wood
- Unconventional proportions and abundant ornamentation
- Playful nods to Art Deco and Pop art
POSTMODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Ettore Sottsass
- Robert Venturi
- Alessandro Mendini
- Michele de Lucchi
- Michael Graves
- Nathalie du Pasquier
VINTAGE POSTMODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Critics derided postmodern design as a grandstanding bid for attention and nothing of consequence. Decades later, the fact that postmodernism still has the power to provoke thoughts, along with other reactions, proves they were not entirely correct.
Postmodern design began as an architectural critique. Starting in the 1960s, a small cadre of mainly American architects began to argue that modernism, once high-minded and even noble in its goals, had become stale, stagnant and blandly corporate. Later, in Milan, a cohort of creators led by Ettore Sottsass and Alessandro Mendini — a onetime mentor to Sottsass and a key figure in the Italian Radical movement — brought the discussion to bear on design.
Sottsass, an industrial designer, philosopher and provocateur, gathered a core group of young designers into a collective in 1980 they called Memphis. Members of the Memphis Group, which would come to include Martine Bedin, Michael Graves, Marco Zanini, Shiro Kuramata, Michele de Lucchi and Matteo Thun, saw design as a means of communication, and they wanted it to shout. That it did: The first Memphis collection appeared in 1981 in Milan and broke all the modernist taboos, embracing irony, kitsch, wild ornamentation and bad taste.
Memphis works remain icons of postmodernism: the Sottsass Casablanca bookcase, with its leopard-print plastic veneer; de Lucchi’s First chair, which has been described as having the look of an electronics component; Martine Bedin’s Super lamp: a pull-toy puppy on a power-cord leash. Even though it preceded the Memphis Group’s formal launch, Sottsass’s iconic Ultrafragola mirror — in its conspicuously curved plastic shell with radical pops of pink neon — proves striking in any space and embodies many of the collective’s postmodern ideals.
After the initial Memphis show caused an uproar, the postmodern movement within furniture and interior design quickly took off in America. (Memphis fell out of fashion when the Reagan era gave way to cool 1990’s minimalism.) The architect Robert Venturi had by then already begun a series of plywood chairs for Knoll Inc., with beefy, exaggerated silhouettes of traditional styles such as Queen Anne and Chippendale. In 1982, the new firm Swid Powell enlisted a group of top American architects, including Frank Gehry, Richard Meier, Stanley Tigerman and Venturi to create postmodern tableware in silver, ceramic and glass.
On 1stDibs, the vintage postmodern furniture collection includes chairs, coffee tables, sofas, decorative objects, table lamps and more.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.