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Rhapsody Table Lamp in Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris
Rhapsody Table Lamp in Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris

Rhapsody Table Lamp in Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by Patrick Coard Paris

By Patrick Coard

Located in New York, NY

candle line. The Rhapsody table lamp in bronze-patina brass and black pen shell is an ethereal and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Maison Charles. Gilded bronze shell lamp. France, 1970s.
Maison Charles. Gilded bronze shell lamp. France, 1970s.

Maison Charles. Gilded bronze shell lamp. France, 1970s.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Maison Charles Maison Charles. Shell-shaped lamp in gilded and patinated bronze, on a square

Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Bamboo Table Lamp with Black Leather and Marble Base and Scallop Shell Shade
Bamboo Table Lamp with Black Leather and Marble Base and Scallop Shell Shade

Bamboo Table Lamp with Black Leather and Marble Base and Scallop Shell Shade

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the northern Italian

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

1970's Pair of Aged Brass Shell Lamps
1970's Pair of Aged Brass Shell Lamps

1970's Pair of Aged Brass Shell Lamps

By Frederick Cooper

Located in Las Vegas, NV

This is a beautiful pair of vintage aged brass shell lamps, their style lends them to regency

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps - a Pair
Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps - a Pair

Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps - a Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The Vintage Coastal Metallic Conch Shell Lamps are striking decorative pieces that capture the

Category

Late 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster, Wood, Paint

Pair of Pearlescent Murano Glass Sea Shell Lamps
Pair of Pearlescent Murano Glass Sea Shell Lamps

Pair of Pearlescent Murano Glass Sea Shell Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of vintage scallop shell lamps of opalescent glass, mounted on rectangular Lucite bases

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Lucite

Mid Century Oyster Shell Shaped Porcelain Lamps - Pair
Mid Century Oyster Shell Shaped Porcelain Lamps - Pair

Mid Century Oyster Shell Shaped Porcelain Lamps - Pair

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mid century oyster shell shaped porcelain lamps - pair The open oyster lamp measures: 16 wide x 14

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Rare Maison Rougier White Figural Shell Lamp, 1970s
Rare Maison Rougier White Figural Shell Lamp, 1970s

Rare Maison Rougier White Figural Shell Lamp, 1970s

By Maison Rougier

Located in Hastings, GB

This incredibly sleek and highly dramatic table lamp is crafted from frosted opaline acrylic in the

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Geometric Table Lamp in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Geometric Table Lamp in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

Geometric Table Lamp in Shagreen, Shell and Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

is a sculptural piece with beautiful inlay detailing. This table lamp features a bold block pattern

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bamboo Task Lamp with Coiled Leather Base and Natural Abalone Shell Shade
Bamboo Task Lamp with Coiled Leather Base and Natural Abalone Shell Shade

Bamboo Task Lamp with Coiled Leather Base and Natural Abalone Shell Shade

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

sea shell, coiled leather, marble, and bamboo, inspired by the faded splendor of the northern Italian

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of  custom Created Kabibe shell style lamps.
Pair of  custom Created Kabibe shell style lamps.

Pair of custom Created Kabibe shell style lamps.

Located in Bronx, NY

Pair of custom Created Kabibe shell style lamps.Natural color way w/ natural inclusions and Brass

Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Carmen Table Lamp in Shagreen/Shell/Agate & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
Carmen Table Lamp in Shagreen/Shell/Agate & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

Carmen Table Lamp in Shagreen/Shell/Agate & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Carmen Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Brass

Stone Nautilus Shell Lamp Encrusted with Amethyst Rock Crystals
Stone Nautilus Shell Lamp Encrusted with Amethyst Rock Crystals

Stone Nautilus Shell Lamp Encrusted with Amethyst Rock Crystals

By Dorothy Draper, Tony Duquette, Serge Roche, Sirmos

Located in Houston, TX

Stone Nautilus shell lamp encrusted with amethyst rock crystals. Fabulous Hollywood Regency cast

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Cast Stone, Amethyst

Midcentury marble and brass gooseneck clam shell desk lamp
Midcentury marble and brass gooseneck clam shell desk lamp

Midcentury marble and brass gooseneck clam shell desk lamp

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Zaandam, NL

Gorgeous adjustable clam shell and sometimes referred to as scallop lamp which originally was

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage Coastal Plaster Conch Shell Lamps - Set of Two
Vintage Coastal Plaster Conch Shell Lamps - Set of Two

Vintage Coastal Plaster Conch Shell Lamps - Set of Two

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This set of two vintage coastal plaster conch shell lamps brings the essence of the sea into your

Category

Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Peacock Table Lamp in Shagreen or Shell w/bronze patina brass by R&Y Augousti
Peacock Table Lamp in Shagreen or Shell w/bronze patina brass by R&Y Augousti

Peacock Table Lamp in Shagreen or Shell w/bronze patina brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Peacock Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Decoupage Shell Lamp, Brass and Glass, 1950s Design
Vintage Decoupage Shell Lamp, Brass and Glass, 1950s Design

Vintage Decoupage Shell Lamp, Brass and Glass, 1950s Design

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage decoupage lamp with a variety of shell images on a cream colored background.

Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Glass Shell Form Lamps with Lucite Bases
Pair of Glass Shell Form Lamps with Lucite Bases

Pair of Glass Shell Form Lamps with Lucite Bases

Located in New York, NY

Pair of glass shell form lamps with Lucite bases. Shades not included. Measures: 27.5" H (top of

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Pierre Giraudon Resin Suspension Shell Desk Lamp France 1960's
Pierre Giraudon Resin Suspension Shell Desk Lamp France 1960's

Pierre Giraudon Resin Suspension Shell Desk Lamp France 1960's

By Pierre Giraudon

Located in Hastings, GB

A Pierre Giraudon resin suspension desk lamp comprising a white shell held within a rectangular

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plexiglass

Pair of Lucite Lamps with Coral and Sea Shells
Pair of Lucite Lamps with Coral and Sea Shells

Pair of Lucite Lamps with Coral and Sea Shells

Located in New York, NY

A pair of circa 1950s Lucite table lamps with natural coral and seashells on body. Measures: 16

Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

1920 American Art Deco Opaline Glass Lamp with Shell Shade
1920 American Art Deco Opaline Glass Lamp with Shell Shade

1920 American Art Deco Opaline Glass Lamp with Shell Shade

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Original American Art Deco opaline glass lamp with shade, decorated with shells. Light blue color

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

Wonderful Brass Desk Lamp from Finland with Shell Shade
Wonderful Brass Desk Lamp from Finland with Shell Shade

Wonderful Brass Desk Lamp from Finland with Shell Shade

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Munich, DE

Attributed to Paavo Tynell. An unknown and bigger version of the lamp you regular see, but unsigned

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large shell lamp made of gold-leaf plaster from the 1950s
Large shell lamp made of gold-leaf plaster from the 1950s

Large shell lamp made of gold-leaf plaster from the 1950s

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Large French table lamp from the 1950s. Structure in the shape of a large shell made of plaster

Category

Vintage 1950s French Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

1960s pair of royal leerdam / Blenko hurricane shell filled lamps
1960s pair of royal leerdam / Blenko hurricane shell filled lamps

1960s pair of royal leerdam / Blenko hurricane shell filled lamps

Located in Farmingdale, NJ

Pair of royal leerdam hurricane shell lamps. Hurricanes are 19” tall 35” tall with shades

Category

Vintage 1960s American Country Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Shell Shaped Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, 1980s
Pair of Shell Shaped Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, 1980s

Pair of Shell Shaped Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, 1980s

By Artemide

Located in Hagenbach, DE

A beautiful pair of table lamps made in Italy in the 1980s. They have a shell shape and are made of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Yellow Amber Glass
1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Yellow Amber Glass

1924 René Lalique - Art Deco Lamp Coquilles Shells Yellow Amber Glass

By René Lalique

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Art Deco Lamp "Coquilles" (Shells) made in yellow amber glass by René Lalique in 1924. Set mounted

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Pineapple Lamp Style of Maison Charles in Faux Tortoise Shell
Pineapple Lamp Style of Maison Charles in Faux Tortoise Shell

Pineapple Lamp Style of Maison Charles in Faux Tortoise Shell

By Maison Charles

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Pineapple lamp style of Maison Charles in faux tortoise shell.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Lucite Lamps Imitating Tortoise Shell. French work. Circa 1970
Pair of Lucite Lamps Imitating Tortoise Shell. French work. Circa 1970

Pair of Lucite Lamps Imitating Tortoise Shell. French work. Circa 1970

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This beautiful pair of table lamps are made of lucite. These lamps are imitating Tortoise Shell

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Big Ceramic Clam Shell Lamp by Studio A Smania Milano, Italy, 1970s
Big Ceramic Clam Shell Lamp by Studio A Smania Milano, Italy, 1970s

Big Ceramic Clam Shell Lamp by Studio A Smania Milano, Italy, 1970s

Located in Quarrata, IT

A vintage sculptural table or floor lamp in the form of a giant clam shell, originating from Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Boho Capiz Shell Lampshades - A Pair
Vintage Boho Capiz Shell Lampshades - A Pair

Vintage Boho Capiz Shell Lampshades - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Illuminate your interiors with the iridescent beauty of this pair of vintage capiz shell lampshades

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970
Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970

Mid-Century Modern Fiberglass Shell Lamp by Michelle Mahé, Circa 1970

By Andre Cazenave, Atelier A

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

: Light traces visible on the exterior of the shell, adding to its character and authenticity. This lamp

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fiberglass

Lamp Carved in a Cameo Shell on a Bronze Base
Lamp Carved in a Cameo Shell on a Bronze Base

Lamp Carved in a Cameo Shell on a Bronze Base

Located in Marseille, FR

Vintage oriental living room lamp in brassware, height 73 cm for a diameter of 46 cm. Additional

Category

Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

1950 Italian Cast Acrylic Lamp with Shells, Starfish, Seaweed and Fish
1950 Italian Cast Acrylic Lamp with Shells, Starfish, Seaweed and Fish

1950 Italian Cast Acrylic Lamp with Shells, Starfish, Seaweed and Fish

Located in Vienna, Austria

A small table lamp made from cast acrylic with real shells, star fish, sea weed and a fish. The

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Table Lamp Probably Produced in Italy
Table Lamp Probably Produced in Italy

Table Lamp Probably Produced in Italy

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare table lamp by unknown designer. Probably produced in Italy.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Bronze Nautilus Shell Lamp in the Style of Maison Charles
French Bronze Nautilus Shell Lamp in the Style of Maison Charles

French Bronze Nautilus Shell Lamp in the Style of Maison Charles

By Maison Charles et Fils

Located in Pembroke, MA

An unusual French bronze nautilus form table lamp with faux-brass paper shade (in the style of

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Set of 2 Murano Glass Shell Lamps Vintage Space Age Design Italy, 1980s
Set of 2 Murano Glass Shell Lamps Vintage Space Age Design Italy, 1980s

Set of 2 Murano Glass Shell Lamps Vintage Space Age Design Italy, 1980s

Located in Montecalvoli, IT

shell lamps. Handmade in Italy, they combine craftsmanship with timeless design. The milky light blue

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Post Modern Maitland Smith Tessellated Penshell Table Lamp
Post Modern Maitland Smith Tessellated Penshell Table Lamp

Post Modern Maitland Smith Tessellated Penshell Table Lamp

By Karl Springer, Maitland Smith

Located in Chicago, IL

Post Modern Maitland Smith Tessellated Penshell Table Lamp. Strong Post-Modern rounded form in the

Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Shell

Willy Daro Swan Table Lamp White Gold 1970's
Willy Daro Swan Table Lamp White Gold 1970's

Willy Daro Swan Table Lamp White Gold 1970's

By Willy Daro

Located in Hastings, GB

The shell swan is an exceptionally rare and important piece of work made and signed by the

Category

20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique French Table Lamp
Antique French Table Lamp

Antique French Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

An antique French "tortoise shell" bakelite table lamp with bronze fittings. Measurements

Category

Vintage 1920s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Extra-Large Vintage Seashell Table Lamp, Gold Leaf Base, 1950s
Extra-Large Vintage Seashell Table Lamp, Gold Leaf Base, 1950s

Extra-Large Vintage Seashell Table Lamp, Gold Leaf Base, 1950s

By Carole Stupell, Mario Lopez Torres, Maitland Smith, R & Y Augousti, Willy Daro

Located in Miami, FL

Extra-large vintage seashell table lamp with distressed gold leafed base and seashell finial, circa

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

A Very Large  Italian Antonio Pavia Brass Crane Table Lamp
A Very Large  Italian Antonio Pavia Brass Crane Table Lamp

A Very Large Italian Antonio Pavia Brass Crane Table Lamp

By Antonio Pavia

Located in London, GB

A large and very well hand made table lamp of a stalking Crane in brass with bull rush and bamboo

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Hollywood regency midcentury Capiz and brass table lamp, 1960s
Large Hollywood regency midcentury Capiz and brass table lamp, 1960s

Large Hollywood regency midcentury Capiz and brass table lamp, 1960s

Located in Zaandam, NL

Stunning midcentury Capiz table lamp attributed to Germany 1960s. The Cadiz shell most commonly

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Clam Shell Table Light in Brass and Oak, 1930s
French Art Deco Clam Shell Table Light in Brass and Oak, 1930s

French Art Deco Clam Shell Table Light in Brass and Oak, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A very early table light with adjustable clam shell shade. Besides the centerpiece in stained oak

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Shell Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of shell table lamps is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique shell table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, shell and brass. There are 415 antique and vintage shell table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 20 modern editions to choose from as well. Shell table lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Deco shell table lamps are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large shell table lamps, so small shell table lamps measuring 3 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made shell table lamps over the years, but those made by Roger Rougier, Tiffany Studios and Willy Daro are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Shell Table Lamps?

Prices for shell table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, shell table lamps begin at $244 and can go as high as $27,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,954.

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.

Questions About Shell Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Using a lampshade as a guide, line up a row of pre-drilled capiz shells until you reach the desired length. String them together by using a fishing line and finish by tying the strands onto the lamp shade. Alternatively, shop a selection of capiz shell items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To 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, 2023
    The 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023
    There 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, 2024
    The 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.”

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  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To 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.