How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

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.

How tall should floor lamps be?

A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

What is a tall lamp called?

A tall lamp is called a torchère or torch lamp, or a floor lamp. It is a lamp with a tall stand made of wood or metal with a lampshade of glass or fabric. Vintage and contemporary tall floor lamps are available at 1stDibs.

How tall should bedside tables be?

There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.

What is a tall skinny lamp called?

What a tall, skinny lamp is called depends on its design. Buffet lamps are tall lamps with slender bases that are topped with fabric or paper shades. On the other hand, floor lamps that consist of a glass, ceramic or other bowl shade positioned on a tall, skinny base are torchiere lamps. Explore a wide variety of lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall should an arc floor lamp be?

How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall is the typical dining table?

Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

How tall is an Eero Saarinen table?

An Eero Saarinen table is 28.25” high. It comes in a variety of widths, with a 42” round table seating 4 to 5 people. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

How tall should a floor lamp be next to a sofa?

A floor lamp used for reading typically measures 58 to 62 inches, positioning the shade just above shoulder height when seated.

How tall should chairs be for a 30-inch table?

Chairs for a 30-inch table should typically be between 18 and 20 inches tall when measured from the seat to the floor. Generally, the seat height of a chair should be 10 to 12 inches lower than the height of a tabletop. Tables measuring 30 inches in height are generally standard height and should work well with most standard dining chairs. Find a wide range of dining chairs on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

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.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

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.

Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?

It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.

Do table lamps have to match?

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.

How does a table lamp work?

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.

How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?

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.

How big should a table lamp be?

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.

What are table lamps used for?

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.

Tall Table Lamp

Hollywood Regency 3 Way Lamp

Mid Century Stiffel Lamp

Lamps Without Shades

Holm Sorensen Lamp

Hak Kahler

Lamps By Hans Agne Jakobsson

Hak Denmark

Midcentury Scandinavian Ceramic Lamps

Nessen Studios Tall Brass Table Lamp by “Greta Von Nessen” c.1960s

$650

Nessen Studios Tall Brass Table Lamp by “Greta Von Nessen” c.1960s

By Nessen Studio, Greta Von Nessen

Located in Oakland, CA

1960s Nessen Studios tall table lamp designed by Greta Von Nessen, constructed of brass, linen and glass.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Frederick Cooper Blue Crackle Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp

$450

Vintage Frederick Cooper Blue Crackle Glaze Ceramic Table Lamp

By Frederick Cooper

Located in West Chester, PA

Vintage signed Frederick Cooper Blue Crackle Glaze Ceramic tall table Lamp 33" tall to top of finial 22.5” tall to top of bulb socket Vintage cobalt blue crackle glaze ceramic vase ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Gold Speckled Porcelain Lamps with Paper Shades, USA, 1950s

$3,199 / set

Pair of Gold Speckled Porcelain Lamps with Paper Shades, USA, 1950s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Delightful and rather crazy pair of tall table lamps with a porcelain base, with light duck-egg blue glaze, speckled with gold.

Category

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

Danish Midcentury Palshus Tall Green Blue Table Lamp with New Lampshade, 1960s

$1,742

Danish Midcentury Palshus Tall Green Blue Table Lamp with New Lampshade, 1960s

By Palshus, Per Linnemann-Schmidt

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Midcentury tall table lamp from Danish Palshus. The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and produced, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Danish Berte Jessen for Aluminia Tall Ceramic Table Lamp with Floral Decor 1960s

$1,542

Danish Berte Jessen for Aluminia Tall Ceramic Table Lamp with Floral Decor 1960s

By Aluminia, Berte Jessen

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Tall table lamp designed by Berte Jessen and manufactured by Aluminia, Denmark in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Antique French Table Lamp with Green Iron Ornament

$4,400

19th Century Antique French Table Lamp with Green Iron Ornament

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An antique French tall table lamp with a green iron ornament which is supported, halted by a black metal base, in good condition.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Henrik Blomqvist Tall Brass Table Lamp, Stilarmatur Tranås, Sweden, 1960s

$1,999

Henrik Blomqvist Tall Brass Table Lamp, Stilarmatur Tranås, Sweden, 1960s

By Henrik Blomqvist, AB Stilarmatur Tranås

Located in The Hague, NL

This striking tall table lamp was designed by Henrik Blomqvist and produced by the Swedish manufacturer Stilarmatur Tranås in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tall Stilarmatur Tranås Table Lamp in Teak Wood with Cone Shade, Sweden, 1960s

$2,056

Tall Stilarmatur Tranås Table Lamp in Teak Wood with Cone Shade, Sweden, 1960s

By AB Stilarmatur Tranås

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare tall table lamp was produced by Tranås Stilarmatur AB in Sweden in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Teak

Tall Søholm Table Lamp Blue Brown Stripes & Zig Zag Decor, Danish Modern 1960s

$1,314

Tall Søholm Table Lamp Blue Brown Stripes & Zig Zag Decor, Danish Modern 1960s

By Einar Johansen, Søholm Stentøj, Maria Philippi

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Tall table lamp from Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Danish Modern Palshus Tall Moss Green and Blue Table Lamp with New Lampshade

$1,685

Danish Modern Palshus Tall Moss Green and Blue Table Lamp with New Lampshade

By Palshus, Per Linnemann-Schmidt

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Midcentury tall table lamp from Danish Palshus. The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and produced, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Maison Charles Paris Gilded Brass and Crystal Table Lamp, circa 1960

$3,800

Maison Charles Paris Gilded Brass and Crystal Table Lamp, circa 1960

By Maison Charles et Fils

Located in Atlanta, GA

Maison Charles Paris Tall Table Lamp, France, circa 1960 A rare and exceptional lighting piece by the renowned French atelier Maison Charles, this tall table lamp exemplifies mid-ce...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass, Enamel

Danish Modern Teak & Sisal Rope Lamp by Ib Fabiansen for Fog & Mørup Mid Century

$1,750

Danish Modern Teak & Sisal Rope Lamp by Ib Fabiansen for Fog & Mørup Mid Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

It is a versatile size and can be used as a low slung floor lamp, or a tall table lamp. It measures 29.5" height x 11" diameter.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rope, Wood, Teak

Arts and Crafts Chunk Glass Table Lamp

$1,900

Arts and Crafts Chunk Glass Table Lamp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A circa 1900's tall table lamp with a leaded glass shade. The shade combines stained glass and chunk glass.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Tall Brass Table Lamps by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s

$5,142 / set

Pair of Tall Brass Table Lamps by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s

By Arvid Böhlmarks Lampfabrik, La Maison Pierre Frey, Harald Notini

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare pair of tall table lamps was designed by Harald Notini and produced by Arvid Böhlmarks in Sweden in the early 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A bespoken Stiffel brass lamp with a lotus design base

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

A bespoken Stiffel brass lamp with a lotus design base

By Stiffel

Located in Atlanta, GA

A quite dramatic tall table lamp made by Stiffel lamps USA circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

1960s Tall Danish Ceramics Table Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen for Søholm

$1,119

1960s Tall Danish Ceramics Table Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen for Søholm

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in Frederiksberg C, DK

1960s tall Danish ceramics table lamp designed by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen for Søholm Renowned Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen designed this tall table lamp for Søholm in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Balloon & Kite Painted Lamps

$3,000

Pair of Balloon & Kite Painted Lamps

Located in Hanover, MA

A most unusual and special pair of tall table lamps, possibly by Stiffel, made of high-quality nickel plated satin brass and opaline glass hand painted with kites and hot air balloon...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Tall Herman A. Kähler Table Lamp Turquoise Blue Danish Mid-Century Ceramic 1960s

$2,513

Tall Herman A. Kähler Table Lamp Turquoise Blue Danish Mid-Century Ceramic 1960s

By Herman A. Kähler 1, Nils Kähler

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Tall table lamp designed by Nils Kähler and made by Herman A.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Stiffel Hollywood Regency Style Brass & Ebony with Lion Head Table Lamp

$950Sale Price|32% Off

Stiffel Hollywood Regency Style Brass & Ebony with Lion Head Table Lamp

By Stiffel

Located in Plainview, NY

A midcentury Hollywood Regency style tall table lamp made by Stiffel Co. This classic lamp features a globe white milk shade.

Category

20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Maison Jansen Style Lucite and Brass Table Lamp

$495

1970s Maison Jansen Style Lucite and Brass Table Lamp

By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tall table lamp in the Maison Jansen Regency Moderne manner, featuring a vertical rectangular brass frame enclosing a clear lucite panel.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Herman A. Kähler Tall in 27 Table Lamp Turquoise Glaze Denmark Mid-Century

$2,513

Herman A. Kähler Tall in 27 Table Lamp Turquoise Glaze Denmark Mid-Century

By Herman A. Kähler 1, Nils Kähler

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Tall table lamp designed by Nils Kähler and made by Herman A.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Italian Ceramic Table Lamp by Aldo Londi with Cork Lampshade, 1960

$1,608

Italian Ceramic Table Lamp by Aldo Londi with Cork Lampshade, 1960

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Gorgeous tall table lamp handmade of big and heavy ceramic base in dark anthracite - brown color.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Cork

Tall Danish Modern Amber Yellow and Brown Ceramic Table Lamp by Kähler HAK 1960s

$1,942

Tall Danish Modern Amber Yellow and Brown Ceramic Table Lamp by Kähler HAK 1960s

By Herman A. Kähler 1, Nils Kähler

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Tall table lamp from Herman A. Kähler´s (HAK) ceramic workshop in Denmark, made ca 1960´s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Italian Neoclassical White Carved Marble Empire Column Table Lamp Pair

$1,500 / set

Vintage Italian Neoclassical White Carved Marble Empire Column Table Lamp Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Neoclassical White Carved Marble Empire Corinthian Column Tall Table Lamps on Brass Bases - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Vintage French Neoclassical Style Green Porcelain James Mont Style Table Lamp

$650

Vintage French Neoclassical Style Green Porcelain James Mont Style Table Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Neoclassical Style Green Porcelain James Mont Style Tall Table Lamp with Brass Figural Mounts. Circa Mid 20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Cocoon Table Lamp, Bakelite Base & Silk Shade, Space Age Table Lamp - 1970s

$1,576

Cocoon Table Lamp, Bakelite Base & Silk Shade, Space Age Table Lamp - 1970s

By Achille Castiglioni

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Cocoon Table Lamp, Black Bakelite Base & Silk Shade, Space Age Lamp 24" - 1970s Very elegant and tall table lamp dates from the 1970s and stands 61 cm high.

Category

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

Materials

Silk, Bakelite

Vintage German Ceramic Pottery Beer Stein Renaissance Style Table Lamps - a Pair

$1,800 / set

Vintage German Ceramic Pottery Beer Stein Renaissance Style Table Lamps - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage German Ceramic Pottery Beer Stein Renaissance Style Tall Table Lamps - a Pair. Circa Mid 20th Century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Renaissance Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Falkenbergs Belysning Rosewood Table Lamp, Model 6120, Sweden, 1950s

$2,056

Falkenbergs Belysning Rosewood Table Lamp, Model 6120, Sweden, 1950s

By Falkenbergs Belysning

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare, tall table lamp was produced by Falkenbergs Belysning in Sweden during the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Rosewood

Oversized Italian Modernist Table Lamp in Patinated Copper, Bronze and Glass

$2,800

Oversized Italian Modernist Table Lamp in Patinated Copper, Bronze and Glass

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Visually striking, tall table lamp with patinated, triangular copper and bronze shade with brass finial and lower copper stem flanking an opaline glass central column, all supported ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel

Olle Alberius Large Gradient Blue Ceramic Table Lamp, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

$2,285

Olle Alberius Large Gradient Blue Ceramic Table Lamp, Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s

By Rörstrand, Loro Piana, Olle Alberius

Located in The Hague, NL

Given the height, the lamp could work well as a tall table lamp, placed on a sideboard or low table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric, Linen

20th Century French Pair of Similar Green-Yellow Vintage Tall Metal Table Lamps

$10,200 / set

20th Century French Pair of Similar Green-Yellow Vintage Tall Metal Table Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A vintage pair of French Art Deco similar tall table lamps made of hand crafted metal, in good condition.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rembrandt Tall Brass Candelabra Style Table Lamp

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

Rembrandt Tall Brass Candelabra Style Table Lamp

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Chicago, IL

50 inch tall Rembrandt lighting table lamp. Sculptural stepped brass candlesticks on a round Carrara marble and brass base.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Neoclassical Alabaster Amphora Shade Urn Lamp with Handles

$3,999

Neoclassical Alabaster Amphora Shade Urn Lamp with Handles

Located in Barcelona, ES

Carved Alabaster Amphora Shaped Tall Table Lamp, Spain, 1930s-1940s This Art Deco period alabaster lamp has an elegant neoclassical design with Art Deco accents.

Category

20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Maison Charles et Fils Paris Ostrich Eggshell Table Lamp, circa 1960

$3,000

Maison Charles et Fils Paris Ostrich Eggshell Table Lamp, circa 1960

By Maison Charles et Fils

Located in Atlanta, GA

Step into the world of timeless design with this extraordinary tall table lamp by Maison Charles et Fils, Paris—an exquisite piece expertly crafted circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Contemporary Wired Glass & Parota Wood Table Lamp "11:11 Alta"

$650

Contemporary Wired Glass & Parota Wood Table Lamp "11:11 Alta"

Located in Zapopan, MX

Measuring 12 x 12 cm at the base and standing 42 cm high (4.72 x 4.72 x 16.54 inches), this tall table lamp functions both as an ambient luminaire and a prominent sculptural object.

Category

2010s Mexican Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Tall Rembrandt Brass and Glazed Pottery Table Lamp

$1,875Sale Price|25% Off

Tall Rembrandt Brass and Glazed Pottery Table Lamp

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Chicago, IL

Amazing Danish-influenced table lamp, nearly four feet tall, from the custom Mid-Century lighting firm, Rembrandt Lamp Company.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid Century Tall Rembrandt Table Lamps

$525 / set

Pair of Mid Century Tall Rembrandt Table Lamps

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Pair of slender lamps in brass and enameled metal. Simple and elegant in their minimalist design. Opaque glass shades diffuse light and support larger shade. In excellent vintage con...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurel Greek Key Ceramic Brass Table Lamps 1970s Hollywood Regency Neoclassical

$7,496

Laurel Greek Key Ceramic Brass Table Lamps 1970s Hollywood Regency Neoclassical

Located in London, GB

A pair of identical and impressively tall table lamps by LAUREL imported from USA in the early 70s and have been in the same estate since.

Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Tall Marbro Lamp Company Table Lamps in Porcelain

$1,400Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Tall Marbro Lamp Company Table Lamps in Porcelain

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in San Diego, CA

A beautiful elegant pair of tall Marbro lamps, circa 1960s, porcelain bases freshly rewired brass sockets, great condition Lampshades not included.

Category

20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Exquisite Pair of Large Vintage Table Lamps with Corinthian Roman Pillar Shades

$3,984 / set

Exquisite Pair of Large Vintage Table Lamps with Corinthian Roman Pillar Shades

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this stunning pair of very rare vintage tall table lamps with stunning Roman column shades These are pretty much the most decorative lamps I have ever se...

Category

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

Materials

Glass

Verner Panton 'Wire' Chrome & Orange Opal Shade Table Lamp for Verpan, 21.3 in.

$712 / item

Verner Panton 'Wire' Chrome & Orange Opal Shade Table Lamp for Verpan, 21.3 in.

By Verpan, Verner Panton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Also available as a floor lamp, a 16.3 inch tall table lamp and portable version in separate listings.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Mahogany Wood, Mexico, 24" Tall, 1950s

$304Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Mahogany Wood, Mexico, 24" Tall, 1950s

By Modeline Lamp Co., Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Tapered Tower Mahogany Wood Table Lamp Mexico circa 1950s Manner of Modeline California and Laurel Lamp Company 24 tall (base of socket) x 12 diameter inches Original Unrestored Pre...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

1950s Tall Glass and Gold Leaf Table Lamps

$1,800 / set

1950s Tall Glass and Gold Leaf Table Lamps

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in New York, NY

Stunning pair of large 1950s glass and gold leaf table lamps attributed to The Mrbro lamp Company. Height to light socket 36".

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Verner Panton 'Wire' Chrome and White Opal Shade Table Lamp for Verpan, 21.3 in.

$712 / item

Verner Panton 'Wire' Chrome and White Opal Shade Table Lamp for Verpan, 21.3 in.

By Verpan, Verner Panton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Also available as a floor lamp, a 16.3 inch tall table lamp and portable version in separate listings.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Tall Laurel Lamp Company Ancient Asian Style Bronze Verdigris Table Lamp, 1950's

$2,000

Tall Laurel Lamp Company Ancient Asian Style Bronze Verdigris Table Lamp, 1950's

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Laurel Lamp Co. attributed Ancient Asian Style Cast Bronze Table Lamp. Featuring a slender handled far eastern influenced amphora form with Deep Forest Green, Gold, Bronz...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Tall Italian Carved Alabaster Table Lamps by Marbro Lamp Co.

$3,900 / set

Pair of Tall Italian Carved Alabaster Table Lamps by Marbro Lamp Co.

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Pair of Tall Italian Carved Alabaster Lamps by Marbro Lamp Co. Beautifully hand carved with foliate and floral design. The lamp are mounted on square gold bases. The lamps retain the...

Category

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

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Tall Pair of Laurel Lamp Co. Walnut & Smoked Lucite Paneled "Tower" Table Lamps

$2,000 / set

Tall Pair of Laurel Lamp Co. Walnut & Smoked Lucite Paneled "Tower" Table Lamps

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Pair of International Style Laurel Lamp Co. attributed Walnut, Lucite & Brass Table Lamps, 1960s. Featuring a Walnut rectilinear form, open center, tubular Brass cent...

Category

Vintage 1960s American International Style Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unusual Floor Lamp by Tapio Wirkkala

$10,000Sale Price|20% Off

Unusual Floor Lamp by Tapio Wirkkala

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Can be a tall table lamp or a floor lamp.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design "Atomic" Low Floor Lamp, Denmark 1950's

$1,999

Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design "Atomic" Low Floor Lamp, Denmark 1950's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Scandinavian Design "Atomic" Low Floor Lamp. Made in Denmark, 1950's period. Low floor lamp or tall table lamp.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper

Tall Hollywood Regency Brass Table Lamp with Acanthus Leaves by Rembrandt

$850

Tall Hollywood Regency Brass Table Lamp with Acanthus Leaves by Rembrandt

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in San Mateo, CA

Brass table lamp with stylized acanthus or philodendron leaves by Rembrandt Lamps. This lamp has a three-way switch at the socket and a simple on off switch on the base. The original...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large four foot tall Modeline style white cylinder table or floor lamp

$1,800

Large four foot tall Modeline style white cylinder table or floor lamp

By Modeline Lamp Co.

Located in Ferndale, MI

Four foot one inch tall cylinder of soft white accent lighting . Works either as table lamp or double as a floor lamp .

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Tall Tower Shape Turned Walnut Brass Table Lamp Tony Paul

$2,400

Tall Tower Shape Turned Walnut Brass Table Lamp Tony Paul

By Tony Paul, Westwood Lamps

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern stunning tall tower shape walnut and brass table lamp.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Restoration Hardware Mercury Glass Table Lamp Sculptural Modern Industrial

$600

Restoration Hardware Mercury Glass Table Lamp Sculptural Modern Industrial

By Restoration Hardware

Located in Lambertville, NJ

DETAILS Authentic Restoration Hardware Mercury Glass Collection Marked “Restoration Hardware” on felt base Sculptural mercury‑glass base with reflective antiqued silver finish Deep c...

Category

2010s Indian Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Mercury Glass

Tall Pair Richard Barr for Laurel Walnut & Black Enamel Base Table Lamps

$2,500 / set

Tall Pair Richard Barr for Laurel Walnut & Black Enamel Base Table Lamps

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Pair of Walnut & Black "Studio Collection Exclusive Contemporary Sculpture Lamps" by Richard Barr for Laurel Lamp Co. 1960's. Substantial H-693 - 3'H. Small footprint. Featuring a h...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tall Rattan Table Lamp

$1,416Sale Price|20% Off

Tall Rattan Table Lamp

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This tall and decorative table lamp is made of rattan.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Rattan

Italian Renaissance Style Pair of Tall Marbro Gilt Table Lamps, circa 1950

$2,000Sale Price|37% Off

Italian Renaissance Style Pair of Tall Marbro Gilt Table Lamps, circa 1950

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in Encinitas, CA

Monumental pair of Italian Renaissance Style gilt table lamps by world-renowned Marbro Lamp Company of Los Angeles USA, circa 1950. Black lacquered and gold gilted. Each lamp measure...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Substantial Tall Brutalist Metal Sculpture Lamp by Laurel

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Substantial Tall Brutalist Metal Sculpture Lamp by Laurel

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Chicago, IL

An outstanding Brutalist lamp in torch-cut and patinated metal by Laurel Lamp. An unusual textured cast glass disc is featured. The base is a black lacquered metal plinth. Sold sans ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Hollywood Regency Tall Brass Urn Form Asian Modern Table Lamps

$1,800

Pair of Hollywood Regency Tall Brass Urn Form Asian Modern Table Lamps

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in St. Louis, MO

Pair of high quality mid century Asian modern tall brass urn form table tables with brass rings on sides and embossed Asian symbols, mounted on square wood bases. Brass has nice warm...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tall Mutual Sunset Walnut & Brass Table Lamp on Footed Oval Base, 1950s

$1,500

Tall Mutual Sunset Walnut & Brass Table Lamp on Footed Oval Base, 1950s

By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Mutual Sunset Lamp Company Walnut and Brass tri-form footed reading Table Lamp. Featuring a triangular walnut column on oval walnut and brass accented base, elevated with four brass ...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Striking Massive Brass Patinated Marbro Tall Lamp

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

Striking Massive Brass Patinated Marbro Tall Lamp

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in San Diego, CA

Massive tall Marbro lamp in a brass patinated and textured painted lamp circa 1950s double socket freshly rewired, with bakelite pull off/on-chain and balls, brass fittings, lampshad...

Category

20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Tall Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the tall table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and ceramic, every tall table lamp was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a tall table lamp, we have 1033 options in-stock, while there are 44 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a tall table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A tall table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made tall table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Palshus, Per Linnemann-Schmidt and Stiffel are consistently popular.

How Much is a Tall Table Lamp?

Prices for a tall table lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $45 and can go as high as $19,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,944.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

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.

Questions About Tall Table Lamp

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
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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How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.

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What is a tall lamp called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A tall lamp is called a torchère or torch lamp, or a floor lamp. It is a lamp with a tall stand made of wood or metal with a lampshade of glass or fabric. Vintage and contemporary tall floor lamps are available at 1stDibs.
How tall should bedside tables be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.
What is a tall skinny lamp called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
What a tall, skinny lamp is called depends on its design. Buffet lamps are tall lamps with slender bases that are topped with fabric or paper shades. On the other hand, floor lamps that consist of a glass, ceramic or other bowl shade positioned on a tall, skinny base are torchiere lamps. Explore a wide variety of lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall is the typical dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.
How tall is an Eero Saarinen table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An Eero Saarinen table is 28.25” high. It comes in a variety of widths, with a 42” round table seating 4 to 5 people. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
How tall should a floor lamp be next to a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
A floor lamp used for reading typically measures 58 to 62 inches, positioning the shade just above shoulder height when seated.
How tall should chairs be for a 30-inch table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
Chairs for a 30-inch table should typically be between 18 and 20 inches tall when measured from the seat to the floor. Generally, the seat height of a chair should be 10 to 12 inches lower than the height of a tabletop. Tables measuring 30 inches in height are generally standard height and should work well with most standard dining chairs. Find a wide range of dining chairs on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
1 Answer
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.
Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.
Do table lamps have to match?
1 Answer
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.
How does a table lamp work?
1 Answer
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.
How do I identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How big should a table lamp be?
1 Answer
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.
What are table lamps used for?
1 Answer
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.