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Ingo Maurer glass table lamp , 1970’s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Delft, NL
Ingo Maurer glass table lamp , 1970’s
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ingo Maurer glass table lamp , 1970’s
Ingo Maurer glass table lamp , 1970’s
H 27.76 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Peil & Putzer Mushroom table lamp , 1970’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Peil & Putzer Mushroom table lamp , 1970’s Dimensions: 42cm H, 32cm Diameter Material: Glass Color
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Peil & Putzer Mushroom table lamp , 1970’s
Peil & Putzer Mushroom table lamp , 1970’s
H 16.54 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in
Peil & Putzer glass table lamp , 1970's
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Peil & Putzer glass table lamp , 1970's Dimensions: 53cm H, 33cm Diameter Material: Glass, fabric
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Peil & Putzer glass table lamp , 1970's
Peil & Putzer glass table lamp , 1970's
H 20.87 in W 13 in D 13 in
Pair Sculptural Human Figure Chrome Table Lamps, 1970
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair Sculptural Human Figure Chrome Table Lamps, 1970, Original
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Kalmar Wave ice glass table lamp , 1970’s Germany
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Delft, NL
Kalmar Wave ice glass table lamp , 1970’s Germany
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mid-century design mushroom glass table lamp , 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid-century design mushroom glass table lamp , 1970’s Dimensions: 33cm H, 24cm Diameter Material
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Sculptural Big Ceramic Table Lamp 1970 Black Gold and White
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculptural big ceramic table lamp 1970 black gold and white. Dome silk original old design. Only
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

J.T. Kalmar iced glass petal table lamp , 1970’s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Delft, NL
J.T. Kalmar iced glass petal table lamp ,1970’s Dimensions: 40,5cm height , 30cm Width , 30cm
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Valenti Stag Silver Table Lamp, 1970's
By Valenti
Located in Hastings, GB
Valenti stag table lamp 1970’s Fine quality solid silvered bronze sculpture by the highly sought
Category

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

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze

Valenti Stag Silver Table Lamp, 1970's
Valenti Stag Silver Table Lamp, 1970's
H 26.78 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid- century design illuminated glass floor / table lamp , 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Mid- century design illuminated glass floor / table lamp , 1970’s Dimensions: 73 cm H, 39 cm
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Venini Table Lamp, 1970, Italy
By Venini
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Very beautiful and rare venini lamp dating from the 70s, designed and produced in Italy. Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Venini Table Lamp, 1970, Italy
Venini Table Lamp, 1970, Italy
H 12.6 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Mushroom Table Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 28cm height, 22cm diameter. Condition: Mint. Material: Glass.
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mushroom Table Lamp, 1970’s
Mushroom Table Lamp, 1970’s
H 11.03 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Midcentury German Table Lamp, 1970
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of glass, lacquered metal - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Midcentury German Table Lamp, 1970
Midcentury German Table Lamp, 1970
H 8.67 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Green Marble Table Lamp, 1970
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful table lamp made of green and brown marble made in Italy in 1970s. The height including
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Green Marble Table Lamp, 1970
Green Marble Table Lamp, 1970
H 27.56 in Dm 13.78 in
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Brass Table Lamp, Italy, 1970 Tommaso Barbi, the renowned Italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
H 26.78 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Brass Table Lamp, Italy, 1970 Tommaso Barbi, the renowned Italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamp, 1970
H 26.78 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamp, 1970
By Gianni Pinna
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamps, Carved wood and fabric, Italy, 1970 Gianni Pinna's 1970s rare
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamp, 1970
Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamp, 1970
H 16.34 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Murano Blue Glass Table Lamp, 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful Murano glass table lamp in blue color with transparent shades. Also works with LED bulbs
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Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Table Lamp, 1970, Denmark, a Pair
By Uno Kristiansson
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a stunning pair of mid-century table lamps that exude timeless elegance and style
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Germany - made of metal, brass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
H 18.12 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970´s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany Made of Metal, Glass New Cabling 1xE27 or E26 With Aged Patina Good Original Condition US Adapter Included.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970´s
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970´s
H 19.69 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Germany - made of metal, glass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
H 7.49 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Milk Glass,Brass Fitted with new wiring With aged patina US adapter included 1x E27 or E26 bulb Good original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
H 11.82 in Dm 5.52 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Germany - made of metal, plastic - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
H 7.49 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Hungary - made of plastic, metal - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970's
H 11.82 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, brass 1x E14 or E15 socket New cabling Re-polished Fully functional Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970’s
Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1970’s
H 8.67 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Murano glass blown table lamp 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR
This piece made out of murano glass has been made with a very elaborate technique, those bumps have been pushed out from inside the globe when still hot. Circa 1975. Probably a try a...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

German Mushroom Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Lisboa, PT
This table lamp was designed and produced in Germany, during the 1970's.The base is made of chrome
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Albert Tormos Luberon stone Table Lamp 1970
By Albert Tormos
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
This beautiful and sculptural lamp has been hand carved in St. Tropez around 1970. Albert Tormos
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Limestone, Stone

Albert Tormos Luberon stone Table Lamp 1970
Albert Tormos Luberon stone Table Lamp 1970
H 11.82 in W 3.75 in D 7.68 in
Murano Blown Glass Midcentury Table Lamps, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Incredible beauty for a Murano glass table lamp from the middle of the century. The Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Chapman Glass Column Table Lamp 1970's
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Rochester, NY
Classical fluted glass column table lamp w/ square brass base / brass banding at bottom of column
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Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stacked Plexiglass & Chrome Table Lamp, 1970, USA
By La Maison Desny
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Sculptural Minimalist modern table lamp made of stacked plexiglass on a chrome base. The edge of
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Germany. Made of lacquered metal, chrome. With aged patina New cabling 1xE27 or E26bulb Original condition US adapter included.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
H 18.12 in W 6.3 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Germany - made of metal - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
H 20.08 in W 7.88 in D 10.63 in
Mid-Century White Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- made in Germany - made of glass - re-polished - fully functional - good, original condition.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century White Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century White Table Lamp, 1970's
H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Mid-Century German Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of plastic - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century German Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century German Table Lamp, 1970's
H 11.42 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Metal,Plastic With aged patina 1xE27 or E26 bulb Good original condition US adapter included.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's
H 19.69 in W 13 in D 7.49 in
Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Fabric,Ceramic 1xE27 or E26 bulb Re-polished Original condition US adapter included.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp, 1970's
H 24.02 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in
Saturn Space Age Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Lisboa, PT
This Saturn table lamp was designed and produced in Italy during the 1970's. It has a murano glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Herda Hollywood Regency Table Lamps 1970 Holland
By Herda
Located in Den Haag, NL
Pair of Brass table Lamps ,comes with there original White Shades , with Brass rims . Height with
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Space Age Design Table Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 24cm h , 14cm Diameter Condition: Good Period: 1970’s Material: Glass , Ceramic.
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Space Age Design Table Lamp, 1970’s
Space Age Design Table Lamp, 1970’s
H 9.45 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Sputnik Mid Century Table Lamp, 1970, Italy
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A Mid-century table lamp, Italy, 1970. Elegant 70s lamp. It is in good general condition and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Black Table Lamp, 1970's
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Germany - Made of metal - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Black Table Lamp, 1970's
Mid-Century Black Table Lamp, 1970's
H 21.66 in W 5.91 in D 15.36 in
Peil & Putzer Mushroom Zebra table lamp , 1970’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Delft, NL
Large 1970s ‘mushroom’ table lamp by Peil & Putzler. The table lamp is made from a single mouth
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Adjustable "Space Age" Table Lamp, 1970's, Hungary
Located in Praha, CZ
Adjustable table lamp from the 1970's, made in Hungary. Made of metal and chrome. Fully functional
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Vintage 1970s Polish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Attachable Table Lamp, 1970's, Cechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage table lamp from the 1970's, made in Czechoslovakia. Made of metal and chrome. Fully
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Adjustable Table Lamp, 1970's, CZS
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage table lamp from the 1970's, made in Czechoslovakia. Made of metal and chrome. Fully
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Nucci Valsecchi Brass and Chrome Table Lamp, 1970
By Nucci Valsecchi
Located in Rome, IT
Refined and particular table lamp by Nucci Valsecchi, clean in its style, the table lamp is full of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage 70s two-tone aluminum table lamp - 1970
By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in Paris, FR
Very beautiful vintage table lamp from the 70s in aluminum, two-tone. . Can be attributed to Poul
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Vintage 1970s Danish Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 70s two-tone aluminum table lamp - 1970
Vintage 70s two-tone aluminum table lamp - 1970
H 20.48 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
Rare Dan Dailey “Molar” Table Lamp, 1970’s
Located in Hampstead, QC
A rare table lamp by the contemporary glass artist and lamp designer Dan Dailey (b.1947) made from
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Orange Full Glass Table lamp, 1970
Located in Mortsel, BE
Very nice Space Age table lamp. Made completely from glass. The glass has an orange color and is
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Mid-Century Table Lamps, 1970’s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass,ceramic,metal Adjustable shade 2x40W,E14 or E15 socket New cabling With aged patina Re-polished Fully functional Original condition.
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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Table Lamps, 1970’s
Pair of Mid-Century Table Lamps, 1970’s
H 10.24 in W 4.34 in D 8.67 in
Set of 2 Woja Table Lamps, 1970’s
By Woja
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 35cm H, 19cm W, 19cm D. Period: 1970’s. Condition: Good. Material: Plastic
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Set of 2 Woja Table Lamps, 1970’s
Set of 2 Woja Table Lamps, 1970’s
H 13.78 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Faux Slate Stone Plaster Table Lamps, 1970's
By Sirmos
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Very large realistic faux slate stone table lamps. Made of a ceramic plaster material covered in
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Sölken Luchten Chrome dome table lamp 1970 Germany
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice Space Ace Chrome dome table lamp. One large E27 bulb needed very good condition
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Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Striped Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1970's
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Pair of Murano glass and lucite table lamps from Italy, circa early 1970s. These unusual examples
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Willy Daro Gold Agate Table Lamps 1970's
By Willy Daro
Located in Hastings, GB
The stunning 1970's Art Deco influenced brass lamps are each adorned with a large agate slice, semi
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20th Century Belgian Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Agate, Brass

Willy Daro Gold Agate Table Lamps 1970's
Willy Daro Gold Agate Table Lamps 1970's
H 32.29 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Table Lamps, 1970, Set of 2
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Tommaso Barbi “Flamingo” Brass Table Lamps, Italy, 1970, Set of two Tommaso Barbi, the renowned
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1 of the 2 Danish Ceramic Table Lamps, 1970
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful set of 2 ceramic table lamps, combined with a custom lampshade. Manufactured in Denmark
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Vintage 1970s Danish Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamps, 1970, Set of 2
By Gianni Pinna
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Gianni Pinna Sculptural Table Lamps, Carved wood and fabric, Italy, 1970, Set of two Gianni
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

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Table Lamp 1970 For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the table lamp 1970 you’re looking for. Each table lamp 1970 for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for a table lamp 1970, we have 30376 options in-stock, while there are 31 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a table lamp 1970 — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A table lamp 1970 made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made table lamp 1970 over the years, but those crafted by Artemide, Laurel Lamp Company and Mazzega Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Table Lamp 1970?

The average selling price for a table lamp 1970 at 1stDibs is $1,798, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $39,906,000 for the highest priced.

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 Table Lamp 1970
  • 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 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 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 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 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.

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  • 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 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.
  • 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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