$979Sale Price|20% Off
Herbert Terry 1227 Anglepoise Lamp.
By Herbert Terry
Located in Nantwich, GB
Soon after his discovery, Carwardine struck up a fruitful relationship with world renowned spring manufacturers Herbert Terry & Sons. Together, Terry’s constant tension spring an...
Metal
Mid 30s Herbert Terry Angelpoise floor lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
This floor lamp is in an unrestored untouched condition making it rare. Herbert Terry & sons specialised in fishing rods, and received the licensed design to manufacture from Carward...
Brass, Enamel
Rare Gold Type 1 Herbert Terry Anglepoise Desk Lamp 2 Step
By Herbert Terry
Located in Tarporley, GB
#3740 A rare & very sought after model in the Herbert Terry collection; the early 1227 two step anglepoise desk lamp.
Metal, Aluminum
20th Century "Two-Step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, England, c.1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970.
Metal
Original Early Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp 1227 Desk Lamp Industrial Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
This early 2 step Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227) has the perfect look for those wanting something different.
Steel
1938 Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Marbled Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage 1938 Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with marbled paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic la...
Steel
Early Two-Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, Model 1227, England, circa 1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970.
Metal
Herbert Terry Anglepoise Model 1227 Black Two Step Articulated Desk Lamp 1930's
By Herbert Terry
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Herbert Terry Anglepoise Model 1227 Black Two Step Articulated Desk Lamp 1930's Model 1227 (1938 - 1968) - Has a two tier base, with a steel cover. - The forks were mainly cast as ...
Aluminum
$278Sale Price|20% Off
Early Off White Anglepoise Lamp Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry
By Anglepoise, Herbert Terry
Located in Markington, GB
Grey Anglepoise lamp designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry. Measure: H 71cm, D 15cm, W 30cm.
Metal
$229Sale Price|26% Off
White Anglepoise Lamp Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Markington, GB
White Anglepoise Lamp Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Measures: H 71cm, D 15cm, W 30cm.
Metal
Vintage Lithograph Poster Herbert Katzman Terry Dintenfass Gallery NYC
By Herbert Katzman
Located in Surfside, FL
Herbert Katzman was born in Chicago on Jan. 8, 1923, the son of Louis, a successful dentist and of Faye, a devoted homemaker. Herbert's mother died when he was eleven resulting in He...
Lithograph
Angelpoise - Manufactured by Herbert Terry Model 1227 Desk Lamp.
Located in Glasgow, GB
Manufactured by Herbert Terry Model 1227 Desk Lamp. Invented by automotive engineer George Carwardine.
1950's Anglepoise Desk Lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons
By George Carwardine
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Three-spring' chromed and polished red painted Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons. Two step base and perforated lamp shade.
Chrome
Original 3 Step Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry BLACK
Located in Tarporley, GB
Mk 1: 1935-38 The most sought after model of all times; the original 1227 three step anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry. Another fantastic all original example.
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$835Sale Price|20% Off
Original Anglepoise Desk Lamp Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd Redditch c.1940
Located in Worcester, GB
Original Anglepoise Desk Lamp Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd Redditch c.1940 An original Anglepoise desk lamp manufactured in England by Herbert Terry & Sons Ltd, Redditch.
Metal
Desk Lamp by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry and Sons
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early, nickel plated "anglepoise" desk lamp with a three step base; 20"L + 16"L 6" SQ base.
Metal
Original 1930s Anglepoise Lamp by Herbert Terry, Art Deco, Metal, UK
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco period early three step angle poise lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons Redditch, the lamp is in poplar cream it is set on a square stepped base The condition is good with...
Metal
Art Deco Stylish Chrome Anglepoise Desk Lamp By Herbert Terry, England, c1940
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulous Anglepoise lamp by Herbert Terry, England. Originally these lamps had a painted finished , this example has been fully stripped down re-chrome...
Chrome, Iron
Art Deco Period Anglepoise Desk Lamp English c. 1934
Located in New York, NY
Designed by George Carwardine and manufactured by Herbert Terry & Sons in 1934. Dimensions: Height Fully Extended: 35 Inches.
Metal
1227 Gold Anglepoise Herbert Terry Desk Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
Original Anglepoise desk lamp in early edition color.
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Original Herbert Terry Anglepoise Industrial Desk Lamp Model 1227
By Herbert Terry
Located in Blackpool, GB
- The fork block says ‘The Anglepoise – made by Herbert Terry - The arms/springs/wing nuts to tighten etc all in perfect order.
Metal
Unavailable
H 75.6 in W 17.33 in D 22.05 in
Floor Lamp by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry & Sons, 1940s
By Herbert Terry
Located in Chesham, GB
Anglepoise floor lamp on wheels, designed by George Cawardine. Manufactured by Herbert Terry & Sons, Redditch.
Metal
Unavailable
H 43.31 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Mid Century Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise 1209 Table Lamp Desk Lamp , 40s
By Herbert Terry
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Made between 1933 and 1968, this is the iconic Model 1029 Anglepoise from Herbert Terry & Sons. Iconic design classics with heavy cast iron bases, original black paintwork, chrome s...
Metal, Iron
1920s Anglepoise Floor Lamp from Herbert Terry
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Berlin, DE
The lamp is designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry. A pair is available but they are priced individually.
Metal
Anglepoise Lamp by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Hudson, NY
Crisp clean example of the Herbert Terry Anglepoise rolling floor lamp designed by George Carwardine.
Unavailable
H 35.44 in Dm 7.88 in
Art Deco Herbert Terry Anglepoise Architects Lamp Mod. No. 1227, Britain, 1938.
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Herbert Terry Anglepoise adjustable lamp model 1227 designed by George Carwardine and made from 1938.
Steel, Aluminum, Iron
Herbet Terry 1960s Articulated Arm Desk Lamp
Located in Alton, GB
1970s desk lamp with articulated arm designed by Herbert Terry in an earthy tones of stone,grey and chrome.
Metal
Early Anglepoise Lamp
By George Carwardine
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Good early example of the Anglepoise Desk Lamp designed by George Cawardine for Herbert Terry & Son, UK.Uses bayonet/lug lightbulb (available at good lighting stores or internet).
George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp in Red
By George Carwardine
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry & Sons and made in Redditch, England, this is a lovely example of an original 1930s designed anglepoise lamp.
Metal
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp in Yellow
By George Carwardine
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry & Sons and made in Redditch, England, this is a lovely example of an original 1930s designed Anglepoise lamp.
Metal
Unavailable
H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Vintage 1960s George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Stripped Anglepoise Lamp
By George Carwardine
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Designed by George Carwardine for Herbert Terry & Sons and made in Redditch, England, this is a lovely example of an original 1930s designed Herbert Terry Anglepoise.
Metal
English Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Staffordshire, GB
English Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp, circa 1960. Stripped, polished rewired and pat tested.
Aluminum
Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Desk Lamp, Circa 1950
By Herbert Terry
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco, 'three-spring' chromed and polished metal Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons. Three step base with original bakelite switch cover.
Chrome
Vintage Herbert Terry & Sons Repainted Red Anglepoise Desk Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Three-spring' chromed and polished red painted Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons. Two step base and perforated lamp shade.
Chrome
Original Anglepoise Desk Lamp 1209 Model By Herbert Terry & Sons
By Herbert Terry
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Original Anglepoise Desk Lamp 1209 Model By Herbert Terry & Sons – A An original Anglepoise lamp By Herbert Terry and Sons, Model 1209, A design classic desk lamp with a cast metal ...
Aluminum, Steel
Herbert Terry and Sons Model 75 Anglepoise Desk Lamp, circa 1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
Herbert Terry & Sons Model 75 Anglepoise desk lamp, circa 1970 An original Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp, c.1970.
Steel
Sold
H 11.82 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in
Herbert Terry & Sons Mid 20th Century Repainted Green Anglepoise Desk Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
'Three-spring' chromed and polished yellow painted Anglepoise desk lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons. Two step base and perforated lamp shade.
Metal
Anglepoise Desk Lamp by Herbert Terry & Sons Designed by George Carwardine
By Herbert Terry
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco, original angle poise desk lamp with three step base by Herbert Terry & Sons. Designed by George Carwardine.
Metal
Anglepoise Aluminum Desk Lamps by Herbert Terry & Sons, Set of 2
By Herbert Terry
Located in New York, NY
Near-pair of "anglepoise" aluminum desk lamps by Herbert Terry & Sons, originally designed in the 1930s and made in England.
Aluminum
Sold
H 34.65 in W 5.91 in D 8.67 in
Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Original Red Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with original paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic lamps ...
Steel
Sold
H 34.65 in W 5.91 in L 34.65 in
Herbert Terry Model 1227 Anglepoise Articulated Table Lamp Original Cream Paint
By Herbert Terry
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Herbert Terry articulated table lamp with original cream paint finish model 1227 This is one of the coolest and most iconic ...
Steel
Sold
H 33.47 in W 5.91 in D 18.9 in
Vintage Industrial 3 Three Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Table Desk Lamp Light
By Herbert Terry
Located in Sale, GB
- An all original Mk 1 three step Herbert Terry Anglepoise 1227 desk lamp, English circa 1930
Steel
Mid Century Green 2 Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise 1227 Desk Table Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Stockbridge, GB
Original Anglepoise Lamp 1227 Model By Herbert Terry & Sons – G An original Anglepoise lamp by Herbert Terry and Sons, Model 1227, a design classic table lamp with a cast metal 2 ti...
Aluminum, Metal
Sold
H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Stunning Two-Step Herbert Terry Anglepoise Lamp, Model 1227, England, circa 1970
By Herbert Terry
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
An early "two-step" Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227), England, circa 1970.
Metal
Sold
H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 5.52 in
Vintage Black Anglepoise Table Lamp from Herbert Terry & Sons, 1950s
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage black anglepoise table lamp designed by George Carwardine and produced by Herbert Terry and Sons in United Kingdom during the 1950s.
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Sold
H 47.25 in W 7.49 in D 7.49 in
Rare 1930s Anglepoise Draughtsman’s Task Desk Lamp No 1209 Herbert Terry & Sons
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Designed by George Carwardine in 1933 and manufactured by Herbert Terry & Sons, ‘The Anglepoise’ revolutionized task lighting in commercial applications and very soon after in the ho...
Metal
Sold
H 35.44 in W 5.91 in D 17.72 in
Rare 1940s Two-Step Herbert Terry Gold Anglepoise Task Industrial Lamp England
By George Carwardine, Herbert Terry
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
For those who love originality, this early two-step Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise lamp (Model 1227) with a slim perforated shade and original gold paint, has the most extraordinary...
Steel
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.
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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.
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