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Gordon Martz Candlestick Ceramic and Wood table lamp Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Chicago, IL
Gordon Martz Candlestick Ceramic and Wood table lamp Lamp 26.5" height to top of finial
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Table Brass Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Deco brass table lamp. Lamp shade is adjustable and as shows on the photos.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Table Brass Lamp
Italian Table Brass Lamp
H 22.5 in W 12 in D 16 in
Danish Teak Table Lamps
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Nice pair of smaller scale Danish teak table lamps. Lamps are in great vintage condition.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Table Lamps
Danish Teak Table Lamps
H 17 in Dm 3.5 in
Murano Glass Table Lamp
By Murano 5
Located in Antwerp, BE
Murano glass table lamp. Lamp shade are not included in the price. Measures: Height with socket
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Vintage Murano Glass Table Lamp
Murano Glass Table Lamp
H 13.78 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Postmodern Gray Faux Marble Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible postmodern gray table lamp. Lamp body features a glossy faux marble finish.   
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1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Spanish Glass & Metal Table Lamp
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1970s Spanish glass and metal table lamp. Lamp shade not included. Dimensions
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Late 20th Century Spanish Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1970s Spanish Glass & Metal Table Lamp
1970s Spanish Glass & Metal Table Lamp
H 22.84 in W 7.68 in D 7.68 in
1970's Mid Century Modern Stacked Chrome Balls Table Lamp
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Modern Chrome Table Lamp. Lamp shade included. Beautiful modern lamp.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Hand Blown Glass & Brass Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th century Art Nouveau style hand blown green glass & brass table lamp Lamp is missing
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20th Century Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

1990s Asian Chinese White & Cobalt Blue Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Marbella, ES
1990s Chinese Asian style white and cobalt blue porcelain table lamp. Lamp shade not included
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Late 20th Century Chinese Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Organic Brutalist Pair Studio Bronze Table Lamps
Located in Washington, DC
Exceptional vintage pair of bronze table lamps. Lamps retain the original bronze finial and have a
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Bronze

"Antika" Table Lamp by Evan Jensen
By Evan Jensen
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp lamps by Evan Jensen. Patinated metal. Marked: Evan Jensen 650 Antika. Evan Jensen
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1930s Danish Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1960's Stiffel Brass Art Deco Table Lamps
By Stiffel
Located in Weymouth, MA
Pair of art deco brass Stiffel tall table lamps. Lamps have detailed brass bases with four
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Geometric Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chrome geometric shaped table lamp. Lamp is newly re-wired. This lamp is all
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Chrome Geometric Shaped Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern chrome geometric shaped table lamp. Lamp is newly re-wired. This lamp is all
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Stylish Midcentury Single Table Lamp in Sculptural Brass and Opaline Glass
By Stilnovo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Table lamp Stylish midcentury sculptural brass and opaline glass single table lamp Lamp only, no
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Studio Pottery Stoneware Table Lamp
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Magnificent hand crafted Studio Pottery table lamp. Lamp base and shade are all glazed stoneware
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

American Arts and Crafts Copper & Nailhead Drum Table Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
An American Arts and Crafts copper and nailhead drum table lamp. Lamp measures 6.25" in diameter
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Copper

1960s Martz Tootsie Roll American Studio Craft Art Pottery Table Lamp Marshall
By Gordon & Jane Martz, Marshall Studios
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful triple segmented monumental table lamp. Lamp is wonderful condition, but the old Shader
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid Century Modern Drip Glaze Avacado Table Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of 1960s high-quality ceramic drip glaze table lamps. Lamps have "handles" on either
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Danish Table Lamps
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous pair of walnut with brass accent table lamps. Lamps operate by pulling the center piece of
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing a timeless duo of sophistication and charm: the Mid-Century Table/Bedside Lamps by
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
Table Lamps by The Majestic Lamp Co.
H 20.48 in W 9.06 in D 6.7 in
Laurel Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
single laurel table lamp
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurel Table Lamp
Laurel Table Lamp
H 35.5 in Dm 12 in
Pair of Circular Ceramic and Lucite Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of circular ceramic and lucite table lamps. Lamps measure 20.5" high from the base to the
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Lucite

Laurel Table Lamp by Laurel Lamps Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Chrome sculptural table lamp by Laurel Lamps Co. Wired and in good working condition includes harp
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Chrome

A pair of large Coastal Style Harris Lamps Ceramic Table Lamps- Circa 1980's
By Harris Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of large Coastal Style Harris Lamps Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps- Circa 1980s. Feature a
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1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Brass Table Lamps
By Wildwood Lamp Company
Located in Denton, TX
Nice pair of vintage brass with wood plinth and cap ginger jar table lamps. The patina on the brass
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Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Table Lamps
Vintage Brass Table Lamps
H 26 in W 12 in D 12 in
Postmodern Pink Ceramic Floral Table Lamps, a Pair
By Harris Lamps
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Awesome pair of postmodern ceramic table lamps by Harris Lamps. Each lamp displays a pink embossed
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1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bauer Lamp Company Travertine and Lucite Table Lamp
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish 1990s table lamp was created by the Bauer Lamp Company, and it is very much in the
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Late 20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Majestic Lamp Co. Table Lamps
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Rare, early pair of lamps from the Majestic Lamp Co. Brass-plated copper swirl over ebonized oak
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960s Mahogany Table Lamp by Modeline Lamp Co.
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A mahogany and brass table lamp with decorative stone rocks.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

White Frosted Glass Table Lamp by Laurel Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare sculptural shape white frosted glass table lamp, designed in the 1960s by Laurel Lamp
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Glass

Laurel Mushroom Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Classic Laurel Mushroom Lamp. This iconic table lamp never goes out of style and will look great in
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1960s American Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Steel and brass single table lamp by Laurel.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass

Table Lamp by Laurel
Table Lamp by Laurel
H 35 in Dm 6.5 in
Pair of White Lucite Table Lamps by Moss Lamps
By Moss Lamp Co. 1
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of angular lucite table lamps by the Moss lighting company. Lamps have a switch which lights
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Pair of "Tulip" Table Lamps by Laurel Lamp Company
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic pair of 1970s table lamps were created by the Laurel Lighting Comapany and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning cactus table lamp made of California pine. Designed and manufactured by Modeline in
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1970s American Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Glass, Pine

Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
Cactus Table Lamp, 1970s USA
H 30 in W 16 in D 16 in
Mid Century Cork Table Lamp
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A great return to the past this earthy cork formed table lamp with darker wood top stem and base
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Wood, Cork

Substantial Laurel Lamp Co. Travertine and Mirror Table Lamp, 1960s
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Mid Century Laurel Lamp Co. Rough Cut Beige Marble & Mirror Table Lamp. Featuring two sided
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Nickel

Pair, Mid Century Laurel Lamp Company Mahogany Figural Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
Laurel Lamp Company (American, founded 1950s), circa 1950's. The Laurel Lamp Company of Newark, NJ
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Pasadena, CA
The elegant brass table lamp has a white lacquered wood graphic design with a frosted glass shade
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Table Lamp by Laurel
Sculptural Table Lamp by Laurel
H 34.88 in Dm 13.88 in
Laurel Cylindrical Chrome Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
By Laurel Lamp, this table lamp is a chromed cylinder with a chromed stem. Sold sans shade.
Category

1970s American Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice yellow enamel Mid-Century Modern table lamp.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-Century Modern table lamps made from painted black steel with gold accents on wood bases. Newly
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Table Lamps for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
, these gorgeous table lamp would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Sculptural Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Highland, IN
This dramatic large-scale table lamp by Bijan of California for Laurel titled “Setarrah”. It has a
Category

1960s American Brutalist Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Midcentury Brutalist Table Lamps for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
, these gorgeous table lamp would be a winning addition to any style of interior from Classic Mid-Century
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp of Cut Clear and Frosted Glass, made in Sweden
Located in Atlanta, GA
Swedish Modern cylindrical table lamp. Lamp base is clear and made of frosted cut glass. Vintage
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Cut Glass

Pair of Hollywood Regency Standing Buddha Table Lamps by Westwood
By Westwood Lamps
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of standing Buddha table lamps in original gilded finish by Westwood Lamp Co., circa 1950s
Category

1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Marbro Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signed and numbered Marbro ceramic table lamp with new finial. Shade not included.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Marbro Table Lamp
Marbro Table Lamp
H 32 in W 6 in D 6 in
Sculpture Minimalist Table Lamp Attributed to New Lamp 1970 Pop Art
By New Lamp
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Sculpture Minimalist table lamp attributed to new lamp, 1970 Pop Art.
Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Steel

Laurel Lamp Co. American Beige Ceramic Dimpled Cylinder Column Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in New York, NY
Midcentury American ceramic table lamp in cylindrical column form features a stepped dome top
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Brass and Lucite Table Lamps by Bauer Lamp Co
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1983 Clear, black lucite and polish brass urn table lamps by Bauer Lamp Company. Newly rewired
Category

1980s American Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Plaster and Lucite Table Lamps by Bauer Lamp Co.
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Glamorous 1991 pair of plaster and satin lucite with polish brass hardware table lamps by Bauer
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1990s American Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Midcentury Table Lamp in Oak and Brass by MAE, Sweden
By MAE Lamp
Located in Karlstad, SE
Large Scandinavian midcentury table lamp in oak and brass by Möllers Armatur Elektriska, Sweden
Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rembrandt Torchiere Table Lamps - a Pair
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Regency style torchiere table lamps made by Rembrandt. On top are frosted glass
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Late 20th Century American Regency Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Agate, Metal

Original Stainless Laurel Mushroom Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original Laurel Mushroom Satin Chrome finish Table lamp. Base retains its original label and shade
Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal

3 Light Laurel Lamp Co Large Frosted Glass Teardrop Table Lamp
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
laurel lamp co large frosted glass Teardrop style MCM table lamp This vintage MCM lamp is a rare find
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Glass

Substantial Pair Laurel Lamp Co. Chrome & Black Enamel "Swag" Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Substantial pair of Laurel Lamp Company H-1053 Table Lamps in Chromed Metal with Black Metal base
Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Monumental Laurel Lamp Co. Black Steel Wire "Leaf" Table Lamp, 1950s
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Substantial Laurel Lamp Company Black enameled Steel Wire Table Lamp. With small footprint
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Wire

Laurel Faux Bamboo Lamp with Table
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice quality faux bamboo floor table lamp combination.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps Vintage Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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Table Lamps Vintage Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of table lamps vintage lamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, all table lamps vintage lamps available were constructed with great care. Table lamps vintage lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Table lamps vintage lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made table lamps vintage lamps over the years, but those made by Laurel Lamp Company, Gordon & Jane Martz and The Marbro Lamp Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Table Lamps Vintage Lamps?

Prices for table lamps vintage lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, table lamps vintage lamps begin at $1 and can go as high as $138,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,800.

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 Lamps Vintage Lamps
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

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