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Fifties Vintage Table Lamp Onyx Marble Brass Acanthus
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful vintage table lamp with matching vintage lampshade with special shape, the lamp base is
Category

Mid-20th Century European Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Brass

American Designer, Freeform Table Lamps, Onyx, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of onyx table lamps designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Dimensions of Lamp (inches
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Vintage Table Lamp Onyx Marble Brass Classic Sixties
Located in Poperinge, BE
Vintage high-quality table lamp in classic style, made of onyx marble and brass, circa 60s-70s
Category

Mid-20th Century European Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Art Deco Urn Form Table Lamps Onyx Marble Bases, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of enamel and onyx marble urn form table lamps of the Art Deco period, circa early-20th
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Metal, Enamel

Modern Saldanha Table Lamp, Onyx Base, Black Shade, Handmade in Portugal
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Saldanha Table Lamp, Modern Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. A luxurious
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Crystal, Stainless Steel

Onyx Table Lamp
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
Table lamp made in chemically black colored brass with onyx marble sheets and incandescent lamp e27.
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Onyx Table Lamp
Onyx Table Lamp
H 12.8 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Mid-Century Rembrandt Onyx and Gilt Metal Patinated Torchiere Table Lamps, Pair
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair Mid-Century Rembrandt Onyx and Gilt Metal Patinated Torchiere Table Lamps. Measures 6" in
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Single Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1940s Italian onyx table lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 19" Height to shade
Category

Vintage 1920s Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Single Onyx Table Lamp
Single Onyx Table Lamp
H 19 in Dm 4.5 in
English Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1920's neoclassic onyx and gilt bronze table lamp. Measurements: Height of body
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Vintage 1920s English Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

English Onyx Table Lamp
English Onyx Table Lamp
H 17.25 in Dm 5.25 in
Carved Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950's Italian onyx table lamp. Measurements: Height of body:18" Height to rest of shade
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Carved Onyx Table Lamp
Carved Onyx Table Lamp
H 18 in Dm 6 in
Italian Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1940's Italian onyx table lamps with brass elements.
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Italian Onyx Table Lamps
Italian Onyx Table Lamps
H 25.25 in Dm 5 in
Green Onyx Table Lamp
Located in Stratford, CT
Square base ambient table lamp in onyx.
Category

2010s Mexican Other Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Green Onyx Table Lamp
Green Onyx Table Lamp
H 16 in W 8 in D 8 in
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of circa 1930's Italian onyx table lamps. Measurements: Height: 14" Diameter: 7.75" (square)
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
H 14 in W 7.75 in D 7.75 in
Metal mounted onyx table lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Green onyx table lamp, of urn shape having gilt metal mounts on square stepped bases raised on
Category

Early 20th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Metal mounted onyx table lamp
Metal mounted onyx table lamp
H 14 in W 5 in D 4 in
Mid-Century Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A single circa 1950's French onyx table lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 16.5" Height to
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Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Mid-Century Onyx Table Lamp
Mid-Century Onyx Table Lamp
H 16.5 in W 5 in D 6.5 in
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1930's French onyx  table lamps with gilt bases. Measurements: Height of body: 10
Category

Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
H 10 in Dm 4.5 in
Onyx and Bronze Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of tall circa 1940s' Italian onyx and bronze table lamps with original patina Measurements
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Large Antique Onyx Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920s Italian onyx lamp Measurements: Height of body: 22 Height to shade rest: 32
Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Large Antique Onyx Table Lamp
Large Antique Onyx Table Lamp
H 22 in W 7.75 in D 7.75 in
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's Italian onyx lamps with gilt details. Measurements: Height of body: 19.5
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
H 19.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Ambient Table Lamp in Onyx
Located in Stratford, CT
fascinating. A Word About the Onyx Lamps An onyx lamp is intrinsically beautiful. But when the light comes
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940s Italian striped onyx table lamps with silver hardware. Measurement: Height
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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
Pair of Onyx Table Lamps
H 12.5 in Dm 4.75 in
Contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
Located in Milano, IT
magnificent contemporary piece from the heart of Made in Italy, this contemporary table lamp is a testament to
Category

2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
Contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
H 24.02 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in
Pair of Midcentury Onyx Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of circa 1950's Italian onyx lamps. Measurements: Height of body: 19" Height to shade rest
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
Table lamp made in chemically black colored brass with onyx marble sheets and incandescent lamp e27.
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
H 12.8 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
Table lamp made in chemically black colored brass with onyx marble sheets and incandescent lamp e27.
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
H 12.8 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Ambient cylinder shaped onyx table lamp
Located in Stratford, CT
fascinating. A Word About the Onyx Lamps An onyx lamp is intrinsically beautiful. But when the light comes
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Large contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
Located in Milano, IT
magnificent contemporary piece from the heart of Made in Italy, this contemporary table lamp is a testament to
Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Large contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
Large contemporary Italian onyx table lamp
H 29.93 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in
Timeless Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
Table lamp made in chemically black colored brass with onyx marble sheets and incandescent lamp e27.
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of metal mounted onyx table lamps
Located in Cheshire, GB
Pair of green onyx table lamps, of urn shape, having gilt metal mounts depicting cherubs on
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Early 20th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Timeless Onyx Table Lamp by Atelier Boucquet
By Atelier Boucquet
Located in Roeselare, BE
Table lamp made in chemically black colored brass with onyx marble sheets and incandescent lamp e27.
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Arturo Pani Style Onyx Marble Table Lamp
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chicago, IL
Arturo Pani style, onyx marble table lamp, white onyx with pink highlights. Measures: Lamp
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Ambient Table Lamp with Base in Onyx
Located in Stratford, CT
Round based ambient table lamp in onyx.
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Proud Table Lamp by Lisette Rützou
Located in Geneve, CH
Onyx Proud Table Lamp by Lisette Rützou Dimensions: 25 x H 55 cm Materials: Onyx All our lamps
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2010s Danish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Proud Table Lamp by Lisette Rützou
Onyx Proud Table Lamp by Lisette Rützou
H 21.66 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Onyx Table Lamp from the 1950s-1960s
Located in Opole, PL
We present you a table lamp with a linen lampshade. The whole is made of green onyx. This item is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Table Lamp from the 1950s-1960s
Onyx Table Lamp from the 1950s-1960s
H 41.34 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in
Onyx Alabster Mid-Century English Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A well formed onyx or alabaster table lamp. England, c1970s. Good condition. Will be re
Category

Mid-20th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

French Gilt Bronze and Onyx Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
French gilt bronze and onyx table lamp. 23 1/4" tall to the top of sockets. Shade is for photos
Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Pair of Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pair of onyx and brass table lamps.
Category

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

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
Pair of Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
H 30.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
French Art Deco Green Onyx Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Art Deco French light green onyx lamp with a tapered cone form mounted with gilt bronze trim and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

French Art Deco Green Onyx Table Lamp
French Art Deco Green Onyx Table Lamp
H 13.5 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
Handcrafted Multi Green Round Onyx Table Lamp
Located in Stratford, CT
Handcrafted cylindrical onyx lamp, beautifully carved from a single piece of high quality genuine
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican American Impressionist Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Rare blue onyx table lamp signed Starba Basel
By Maria Pergay
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare blue onyx table lamp Signed Great condition
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Vintage 1970s European Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Rare blue onyx table lamp signed Starba Basel
Rare blue onyx table lamp signed Starba Basel
H 25.99 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Pair of Vintage Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Stylish pair of onyx table lamps with brass detailing dating from the middle of the 20th century
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of Vintage Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
Pair of Vintage Onyx and Brass Table Lamps
H 13.78 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Onyx Neo-Classical Style Antique Column Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A fine early 20th century onyx column lamp with stepped plinth base. In the neo-classical taste
Category

Early 20th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Walnut, Onyx, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A solid walnut and onyx table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Table Lamp with Chrome and Onyx Base
Located in Antwerp, BE
Diameter shade 34 cm. Height 55 cm. Diameter chrome base 15 cm. Height base 33 cm with fitting 38 cm. Weight 3 kg. Shade is not included in the price.
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal, Chrome

Ambient Rectangular multi-layered Table Lamp in Onyx
Located in Stratford, CT
fascinating. A Word About the Onyx Lamps An onyx lamp is intrinsically beautiful. But when the light comes
Category

2010s Mexican Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Pair of Large Neoclassical Style Onyx Table Lamps
Located in Germantown, MD
An amazing Pair of Neoclassical Style Onyx Large Table Lamps. Measures 6.5" in width, 6.5" in
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Onyx, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
An onyx and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1970s.' Dimensions of Lamp (inches
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Onyx and Brass Column Table Lamp. 1920's.
By Metal Art
Located in Bromma, SE
Neoclassical Metal Table Lamp in Column form. Sweden, 1930s. Atelier made lamp shade is included
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Onyx and Brass Column Table Lamp. 1920's.
Onyx and Brass Column Table Lamp. 1920's.
H 20.08 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Italian Onyx Marble and Brass Column Table Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
Italian Onyx Marble and Brass Column Table Lamp. Good vintage condition. Optional shade has a small
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Large Antique French Onyx & Gilt Metal Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive antique French table lamp in onyx and gilt metal. This was made in France
Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Metal

Mid-Century Alabaster or Onyx English Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A mid to late 20th century onyx or Alabaster table lamp. Pleasing form and a lovely specimen
Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Alabaster

Italian Moderne Onyx Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1950s Italian carved onyx table lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 9" Height to shade
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Onyx French Mid-Century Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A solid onyx or alabaster table lamp. France, c1970s. Can be kept in a straight line or
Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Onyx French Mid-Century Table Lamp
Onyx French Mid-Century Table Lamp
H 14.18 in W 4.73 in D 4.73 in
Rococo Revival Onyx and Bronze Putti Table Lamp
Located in Sharon, CT
A black and white rectangular onyx base supports a finely cast bronze sculpture of a sitting putti
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Vintage 1930s French Rococo Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

French Midcentury Onyx Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's French onyx lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 15.5" Height to shade rest: 25.5
Category

Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

French Midcentury Onyx Lamp
French Midcentury Onyx Lamp
H 15.5 in W 10.5 in D 4.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Onyx and Brass Table Lamp – 1960s
Located in Knivsta, SE
Elegant table lamp from the 1960s in classic Mid-Century Modern design. The beautiful onyx base
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Pair of NeoClassical Onyx Urn Form Table Lamps
Located in Nashville, TN
A pair of carved Oynx Urn form lamps mounted on lacquer and gilded Mahogany bases, new wiring
Category

Vintage 1920s American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Firey Red Onyx Lamp
Located in New York, NY
This carved red onyx table lamp has graduated round feet, in sweeping shaft with pedestal base
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

Firey Red Onyx Lamp
Firey Red Onyx Lamp
H 15 in Dm 4 in
Onyx and Slate Table Lamps by Adrien de Melo
By Adrien de Melo
Located in New York, NY
"Colosse" created by Adrien de Melo for Valerie Goodman Gallery is a pair of table lamps
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21st Century and Contemporary French Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Slate

Pair of Modernist Abstract Carved Onyx Table Lamps Sculptures
Located in San Diego, CA
Majestic pair of polished onyx table lamps freshly rewired. Lampshades not included.
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx

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Table Lamp Onyx For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic table lamp onyx available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of stone, onyx and metal, every table lamp onyx was constructed with great care. There are 579 variations of the antique or vintage table lamp onyx you’re looking for, while we also have 160 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a table lamp onyx — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right table lamp onyx, those designed in modern, Art Deco and mid-century modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made table lamp onyx over the years, but those crafted by Adrian Cruz, Jacopo Simonetti and Pietro Russo Design are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Table Lamp Onyx?

The average selling price for a table lamp onyx at 1stDibs is $1,900, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $55,000 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 Onyx
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Yes, onyx can be a good material for a dining table. The mineral is strong, but it is relatively lightweight, making tables easy to move throughout a room as needed. Many people find the color and luster of onyx tabletops to be visually appealing. Since the material can become scratched or damaged by heat, it is important to take steps to protect an onyx dining table by using felt-backed trivets or heat-resistant fabric mats beneath hot dishes. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of onyx dining tables.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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 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 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 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 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.

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