At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal stacked sphere lamp for your home. Each stacked sphere lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using
metal,
chrome and
brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect stacked sphere lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each stacked sphere lamp bearing
Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one stacked sphere lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but
Laurel Lamp Company and
George Kovacs produced versions that are worth a look.
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.