Sculptural Ceramic Lamp
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Late 20th Century American Table Lamps
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s Scottish Organic Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Early 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
2010s Table Lamps
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
Vintage 1950s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Acrylic
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Acrylic
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Acrylic
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Pottery
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Glass
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
2010s American Table Lamps
Ceramic, Linen
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s Floor Lamps
Ceramic, Epoxy Resin
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stone
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Ceramic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Stone, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Ceramic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Ceramic
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between ceramics and sculpture comes down to their purpose and materials. Made out of clay, ceramics are usually functional arts, meaning they serve a purpose beyond mere decoration. Examples include vases, bowls and drinkware. Sculpture is fine art. Sculptors use a wide range of materials, such as stone, wood, clay and plaster, to produce three-dimensional pieces that communicate messages, express thoughts and emotions or tell stories. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of ceramics and sculptures.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The difference between sculpture and ceramics comes down largely to form and materials. Sculptures are three-dimensional works of art that can be produced out of a variety of materials, such as stone, wood, metal or plaster. Ceramics are decorative objects made out of earthen materials, such as clay. Some sculptures are made of ceramics, but ceramics can also be used to produce other types of objects, such as bowls, vases and dinnerware. Shop a wide variety of sculpture and ceramics on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between sculpture clay and ceramic clay is composition. Sculpture clay usually involves synthetic polymers that make it easy to work into highly complex shapes. Although there are various types of ceramic clay, it generally is a mix of kaolin and ball clay, which are less flexible and stretchy. Due to its properties, it can be formed into more basic shapes. Find a variety of ceramics and sculptures on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
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