An assortment of table lamps by artists is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of
ceramic,
metal and
glass, all table lamps by artists available were constructed with great care. There are 34 antique and vintage table lamps by artists for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Table lamps by artists have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Table lamps by artists bearing
Mid-Century Modern or
Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many table lamps by artists are appealing in their simplicity, but
Georges Pelletier,
Pierre Digan and
Accolay Pottery produced popular table lamps by artists 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.