An assortment of very large mid century table lamps is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct very large mid century table lamps — often made from
metal,
brass and
glass — can elevate any home. There are 1654 antique and vintage very large mid century table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 35 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of very large mid century table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Very large mid century table lamps bearing
mid-century modern or
Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Very large mid century table lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by
J.T. Kalmar,
Serge Mouille and
Peill & Putzler are consistently popular.
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.