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1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp
1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp

1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1970s Metal Whippet / Greyhound Dog Standing on Stack of Books Lamp on wooden base (painted) Height is 15" to top of socket Needs Rewiring.

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Chinoiserie Bamboo Painted Wood Étagère Floor Shelf Hollywood Regency
Antique Chinoiserie Bamboo Painted Wood Étagère Floor Shelf Hollywood Regency

Antique Chinoiserie Bamboo Painted Wood Étagère Floor Shelf Hollywood Regency

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Styling Ideas: Style in a bathroom with rolled linen towels, a marble tray, and apothecary bottles Use as a bedside table alternative stacked with books, a brass lamp, and a small di...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Paint

Vintage Grasscloth Pedestals in the Manner of Karl Springer
Vintage Grasscloth Pedestals in the Manner of Karl Springer

Vintage Grasscloth Pedestals in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Trenton, NJ

Perfect as side tables, plinths, or display stands, these pedestals are ideal for showcasing statement décor—sculptures, plants, lamps, or stacked books. Their symmetry and clean lin...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Metal

iL-v1 Solid Walnut Leaf Side Table
iL-v1 Solid Walnut Leaf Side Table

iL-v1 Solid Walnut Leaf Side Table

Located in Toronto, CA

Its smooth, rounded edges and clean lines present a modern aesthetic that complements any decor. Ideal for holding a stack of books or a striking lamp, this table not only serves a f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Square Dark Wood Side Table with Framed Top and Straight Legs – One Left
Square Dark Wood Side Table with Framed Top and Straight Legs – One Left

Square Dark Wood Side Table with Framed Top and Straight Legs – One Left

Located in Yonkers, NY

Whether styled with a stack of books, a ceramic lamp, or left spare to highlight their strong lines, each piece offers understated beauty and functional surface space.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Wood

English Neoclassical Style 19th Century Mahogany Console Table with Carved Swags
English Neoclassical Style 19th Century Mahogany Console Table with Carved Swags

English Neoclassical Style 19th Century Mahogany Console Table with Carved Swags

Located in Atlanta, GA

The generous surface easily accommodates a pair of lamps, stacked books, or a large arrangement, while the long stretch beneath invites an ottoman or a low bench to complete the comp...

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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

"Nesting Swan" Contemporary Surrealist, Large scale Watercolor painting
"Nesting Swan" Contemporary Surrealist, Large scale Watercolor painting

"Nesting Swan" Contemporary Surrealist, Large scale Watercolor painting

By Thomas Broadbent

Located in New York, NY

In this composition the swan is central with small birds perched amongst the arms of the mid-century floor lamp. Stacks of books, stones and branches sit at the base of the chair, w...

Category

2010s Surrealist Animal Paintings

Materials

Watercolor, Archival Paper

19th-Century English Walnut Stool with Hand-Cut Central Handle and Pad Feet
19th-Century English Walnut Stool with Hand-Cut Central Handle and Pad Feet

19th-Century English Walnut Stool with Hand-Cut Central Handle and Pad Feet

Located in Atlanta, GA

Its height and narrow profile make it an excellent choice as a plant stand in a sunlit corner, a small occasional table for a stack of books or a lamp, or even as a decorative piece ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Stools

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Glendale Nightstand with Drawer and Open Cabinet
Walnut Glendale Nightstand with Drawer and Open Cabinet

Walnut Glendale Nightstand with Drawer and Open Cabinet

By Meredith Hart Furniture

Located in Durham, NC

The top is large enough to hold stacks of books and a lamp yet small enough to fit in a variety of bedrooms.

Category

2010s American American Classical Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

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Charming Stacked Leather Books Table Lamp
Charming Stacked Leather Books Table Lamp

Charming Stacked Leather Books Table Lamp

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Wonderfully constructed table lamp of stacked leather bound books, vintage and from England.

Category

Vintage 1930s English Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Solid Hand-Carved Wood Scholars Library Stack of Books Side End Lamp Wind Table
Solid Hand-Carved Wood Scholars Library Stack of Books Side End Lamp Wind Table

Solid Hand-Carved Wood Scholars Library Stack of Books Side End Lamp Wind Table

By Regency

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid hand carved wood side table depicting a stack of Scholars books This table is part of a large suite of six lots of Scholars bo...

Category

20th Century British Regency End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Empire Revival Center / pedestal side table
Empire Revival Center / pedestal side table

Empire Revival Center / pedestal side table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Empire Revival Center table - perfect as a center table, or side table in large living room / bedroom - stacks of books, lamps and Voile!

Category

20th Century Empire Revival Center Tables

Minimalist Provincial Serving Table in Reclaimed Elm
Minimalist Provincial Serving Table in Reclaimed Elm

Minimalist Provincial Serving Table in Reclaimed Elm

Located in Dallas, TX

This reclaimed elm console table can be displayed as an anchor for a triptych of your favorite art in a long hallway or against a large entryway wall or can be displayed with your fa...

Category

20th Century Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Elm

Vintage American Woven Wicker Table
Vintage American Woven Wicker Table

Vintage American Woven Wicker Table

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H 28 in W 39 in D 39 in

Vintage American Woven Wicker Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Whether styled with a stack of books, a sculptural lamp, or a vase of fresh flowers, this piece adds effortless elegance and timeless appeal to any space.

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wicker

Italian 1900s Walnut Pedestal Center Table with Radiating Veneer Round Top
Italian 1900s Walnut Pedestal Center Table with Radiating Veneer Round Top

Italian 1900s Walnut Pedestal Center Table with Radiating Veneer Round Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

This walnut pedestal table's stately yet approachable design makes it a versatile piece, perfect as a striking foyer centerpiece where it can welcome guests with a vase of fresh flow...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Set of Scholars Stacked Books Side End Lamp Wine Table Leather Bound
Rare Set of Scholars Stacked Books Side End Lamp Wine Table Leather Bound

Rare Set of Scholars Stacked Books Side End Lamp Wine Table Leather Bound

By Regency

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely solid hand carved wood side table depicting a stack of Scholars books This table is part of a large suite of six lots of Scholars bo...

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian End Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Reve Nightstand in Walnut by Design Within Reach
Reve Nightstand in Walnut by Design Within Reach

Reve Nightstand in Walnut by Design Within Reach

By Design Within Reach

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ample surface to accommodate a generous lamp, stack of books, and morning cappuccino. It is beautifully finished (including the back, which is finished with a high-grade off white la...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Night Stands

Materials

Steel

Italian Travertine Side Table
Italian Travertine Side Table

Italian Travertine Side Table

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H 22.5 in W 28.5 in D 28.5 in

Italian Travertine Side Table

Located in Armonk, NY

This guy acts almost like a pedestal—an ideal spot for vases and flowers, a beautiful stack of books, a statement lamp or even a small tabletop sculpture.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

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Brass and black Chapman Greyhound Table Lamps Resting on Leather Books
Brass and black Chapman Greyhound Table Lamps Resting on Leather Books

Brass and black Chapman Greyhound Table Lamps Resting on Leather Books

By Chapman Son & Co.

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Wonderful pair of black and gold table lamps having brass reclining greyhound dogs on faux leather book stands. Shades are a handsome oval shape ,12" W at bottom, and lined in metall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Stacked Books Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal stacked books lamp for your home. Each stacked books lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and bronze. Find 10 options for an antique or vintage stacked books lamp now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a stacked books lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A stacked books lamp, designed in the modern, Art Deco or neoclassical style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made stacked books lamp over the years, but those crafted by Arflex, Claesson Koivisto Rune and Jean-André Reiche are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Stacked Books Lamp?

Prices for a stacked books lamp start at $1,195 and top out at $9,835 with the average selling for $4,487.