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Task Reading Lamp Brass Reeded
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A FINE, EARLY-20th CENTURY, FRENCH, BRASS, ADJUSTABLE, READING LIGHT
Stylish & practical
Elegant
Category
20th Century French Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Polished Brass Reading / Task Floor Lamp by Casella
By Cedric Hartman, Casella Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Polished Brass Reading Floor Lamp. Beautiful Lap Joint On Base. High quality, Well Built
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Polished Brass Reading / Task Floor Lamps by Casella
By Cedric Hartman, Casella Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Vintage Polished Brass Reading Floor Lamps. Beautiful Lap Joint On Base. High quality
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Lightolier Lytegem off White Task Lamp
By Michael Lax, Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
20th century's 100 great product designs. The Lytegem emits localized light for reading and other tasks
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Koch & Lowy Articulated Reading Lamp
By Koch & Lowy
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic articulating reading or task lamp manufactured by Koch & Lowy, in the style of Arteluce
Category
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Double Arm Mercury Glass Reading Lamp
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage double arm Industrial floor lamp, fully adjustable reading, task light with antique mercury
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Steel
Mid-Century Modernist Adjustable Reading Lamp in Brushed Nickel
Located in New York, NY
it a practical choice for reading or task lighting. The halogen bulb ensures bright and efficient
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Multi-Adjustable Robert Sonneman Wall Mounted Orbitor Reading Lamp
By Sonneman Lighting, Robert Sonneman
Located in Paris, FR
Arcing swivel and tilt counter balanced wall mounted task or reading lamp.
Robert Sonneman design
Category
Vintage 1960s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 16-1/4
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16.25 in W 13 in D 6 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
’-0” clear cord. This particular Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 15 in W 12 in D 6.25 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
’-0” clear cord. This particular Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 15 in W 12 in D 6.25 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 15-1/2
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 15.5 in W 13 in D 6 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 15-1/2
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 15.5 in W 13 in D 6 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 16-1/4
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16.25 in W 13 in D 6 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Gooseneck Reading Floor Lamp w/ Iron Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
—ideal for reading or focused tasks. The sculptural head and industrial details give it a timeless
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Iron
Vintage Space Age Haloprofil Floor Lamp by V. Frauenknecht, 1970s
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
can be rotated around his axis and can thus take on the tasks of a table and reading light as well as
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s Pair of Chrome and Walnut Swivel Bracket Floor Lamps, Swedish
Located in London, GB
reading, tasks, or ambient lighting.
Size: H156 cm x W48 cm – base diameter 23 cm
Fittings: each lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Halo 250 Floor Lamp by Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler, 1970s
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
floor lamp can take over the tasks of a reading light as well as a wall and ceiling washer. This piece
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 69.29 in W 21.65 in D 11.81 in
Vintage Space Age Haloprofil Table Lamp by V. Frauenknecht, 1970s
By Swiss Lamps International
Located in Hamburg, DE
a swivel arm. It can be rotated around his axis and can thus take on the tasks of a table and
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Space Age Haloprofil Floor Lamp by V. Frauenknecht for Swisslamps, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
the tasks of a table and reading light as well as a wall and ceiling flood. A special detail can still
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 40.16 in W 27.56 in D 9.06 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, Made-To-Order
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Care instructions: Studio
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 17.5 in W 13.25 in D 6.5 in
Workstead Industrial Wall Lamp
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
adaptable piece can be used as a ceiling washer, task light or reading lamp. Features an integrated switch
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Iron, Steel
Workstead Industrial Wall Lamp in Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
, the highly adaptable piece can be used as a ceiling washer, task light or reading lamp. Features an
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Space Age Table Lamp by V. Frauenknecht for Swisslamps International, 1970s
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
over the tasks of a table and reading lamp as well as a wall and ceiling floodlight. A special detail
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 15.75 in W 26.77 in D 9.06 in
Vintage Halo 250 Floor Lamp by Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler, 1970
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Hamburg, DE
light. So the floor lamp can take over the tasks of a reading light as well as a wall and ceiling washer
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Space Age Haloprofil Wall Lamp by V. Frauenknecht, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
two joints. It can be rotated around his axis and can thus take on the tasks of a reading light and a
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Metal
Paul Evans for Paul Evans Studio Early and Rare Loop Cabinet in Copper
By Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
, Pennsylvania (1 March - 1 June 2014). In addition, the cabinet graced the walls of Dorsey Reading’s house
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Copper, Steel
H 53.15 in W 37.01 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Floor Lamp by V. Frauenknecht for Swiss Lamps International, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
. It can be rotated around its axis and can thus take over the tasks of a table and reading lamp as
Category
20th Century Swiss Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome Adjustable Flourescent Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
features a fluorescent bulb, providing ample illumination for tasks and reading without straining the eyes
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Dark Grey Adjustable Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
precisely where you need it, making it an ideal reading or task lamp. The lamp requires one E26/27 lightbulb
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Workstead Lodge Extension Sconce in Natural Oak and Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
creates comfortable bedside reading or task lighting. Variations in tone, color, and grain pattern are
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Workstead Lodge Extension Sconce in Oxidized Ash and Blackened Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
creates comfortable bedside reading or task lighting. Variations in tone, color, and grain pattern are
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Bronze
Beige Mid Century Floor Lamp with Plexiglass Shade, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
direct the light precisely where you need it, making it an ideal reading or task lamp. The lamp requires
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Stilnovo Style Mid-Century Modern Brass and Metal Cone Table Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Aci Castello, IT
shape directs light downward, making it ideal for reading or task lighting. Ivory and red colors for the
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Workstead Industrial Wall Lamp in Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
, the highly adaptable piece can be used as a ceiling washer, task light or reading lamp. Features an
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Workstead Industrial Wall Lamp in Hewn Brass
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
adaptable piece can be used as a ceiling washer, task light or reading lamp. Features an integrated switch
Category
2010s American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
A 1950s Industrial American Table Lamp by Dazor
By Dazor
Located in Aci Castello, IT
it's needed, making it ideal for tasks such as reading, crafting, or office work. The adjustability
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fase Boomerang 2000 table lamp by Luis Pérez de la Oliva 1967, Spain
By Fase, Luis Pérez de la Oliva
Located in BARCELONA, ES
light precisely where it is needed, making it ideal for tasks such as reading, working, or providing
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Workstead Industrial Wall Lamp in Industrial Black
By Workstead
Located in Floyd, VA
adaptable piece can be used as a ceiling washer, task light or reading lamp. Features an integrated switch
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Brass
Koch & Lowy Adjustable Desk Lamp Table Lamp 1960s Mid Century
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Cork, IE
condition and an E27 bulb makes it ideal for task lighting and reading.
The articulated chrome plated arms
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Philips Table Lamp, Line Manhattan, 1980s
By Philips
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
diffused ambient glow or a directed light source for reading and tasks. Furthermore, the luminosity of the
Category
Vintage 1980s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plexiglass
Elegant Italian Satin Brass and Alabaster Floor Lamp "Flamingo"
By Matlight Milano
Located in Milano, IT
, making it perfect for reading or other tasks.
This lamp lamp has a design aesthetic that is inspired by
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Alabaster, Brass
Art Deco Style Skyscraper Table Lamp with Two Lights, USA Wired
Located in Yonkers, NY
upwards, casts a focused beam, perfect for reading or task lighting.
With its timeless appeal and fusion
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Metalarte w/ adjustable arm and head by Enrique Franch: A 1970s Spanish Design
By Metalarte, Enrique Franch Miret
Located in BARCELONA, ES
functionality allows users to direct light precisely where it is needed, making it ideal for tasks such as
Category
Antique 1710s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 16.15 in W 17.33 in D 8.27 in
Vintage Chrome Gooseneck Reading Lamp by Vrieland Design
By Vrieland Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A vintage Dutch modern reading lamp by Vrieland Design likely from the 1970s or 1980s. Round chrome
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Barry Table Light in Black with Brass Detail
By Delightfull
Located in New York, NY
fine bedroom table lamp. Going as high as 13’, this is a fantastic task and reading light for bed.
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
1940s Industrial Iron Task Reading Wall Lamp Patinated Steel Style Jielde
By Jielde
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Wall Task Lamp
Modern Industrial Brutalist Task Reading Lamp with Original Vintage Patina.
Made in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel, Iron
Portable OC White Floor Task Reading Lamp Light with Three GP Base
By O.C. White
Located in Oakville, CT
Portable O C white floor lamp with 3 GP base and telescopic upright. Measure: Stands 73" in height as shown, with a maximum height of 104". Width as shown measures 22", with a maximu...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Metal, Steel
Floor Lamp Caged Edison Bulb Reading Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Task Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Caged Edison bulb adjustable reading lamp or vintage Industrial cast iron floor light. Measures
Category
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Iron
1980s Nessen Task Floor Lamp in Brass Pharmacy Light Pivot Reading Bronx NY
By Nessen Lighting
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Pharmacy Reading Floor Lamp Brass by NESSEN Studios Bronx New York
Articulated shade-diffuser can
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 43.5 in W 9.5 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Lytegem Chrome Task Lamp by Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
20th century's 100 great product designs. The Lytegem emits localized light for reading and other tasks
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Berenice Task Lamp by Rizzatto & Meda for Luceplan
By Paolo Rizzatto, Alberto Meda
Located in Miami, FL
of the absolute classics in the area of table, reading and task lighting, it was designed by Paolo
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Kelly Green Lytegem Task Lamp by Lightolier
By Michael Lax, Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
century's 100 great product designs. The Lytegem emits localized light for reading and other tasks
Category
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lytegem Task Lamp by Michael Lax for Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
reading and other tasks.
Features a telescoping neck that adjusts from 6.5" to 15" and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Yellow Lytegem Task Lamp by Michael Lax for Lightolier
Located in New York, NY
century's 100 great product designs. The Lytegem emits localized light for reading and other tasks.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
task or reading lamp with a slight tilt to the side.
Designed by Studio Chora, 2022.
Biomorphic
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 13.5 in W 12 in D 6.5 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 16-0
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16 in W 12 in D 6.25 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading lamp.
Dimensions:
Height: 16-0
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16 in W 12 in D 6.25 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
’-0” clear cord. This particular Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16 in W 14 in D 6.25 in
Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Task Table Lamp, White Lime Plaster, In Stock
By Studio Chora
Located in Albuquerque, NM
’-0” clear cord. This particular Biomorphic light fixture is upright, functioning as a task or reading
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paper
H 16.25 in W 6.75 in D 12 in
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Task Reading For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the task reading you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and steel, every task reading was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a task reading, we have 122 options in-stock, while there are 35 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a task reading — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A task reading, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Studio Chora, Charles Eames and Charles and Ray Eames each produced at least one beautiful task reading that is worth considering.
How Much is a Task Reading?
The average selling price for a task reading at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $115 on the low end and $198,500 for the highest priced.