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. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
Metal
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. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
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
Early 1938 Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp (model 1227) in excellent original vintage condition having the benefit of new wiring with black cable flex of The lamp eatures a solid three...
Metal
The 1227 Anglepoise lamp, by Herbert Terry & Son
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
The 1227 Anglepoise lamp, by Herbert Terry & Son A classic British design, desk lamp in original scumble paint, with chrome springs and a cast iron base.
Metal
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H 106.3 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
20th Century Original 1227 Giant Floor Lamp By Anglepoise, England
By Anglepoise
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning vintage 1227 Anglepoise Lamp, it is one of the most iconic British designs of the 20th century.
Metal
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H 19.69 in Dm 5.91 in
Vintage Industrial Hebert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Metal Desk Table Lamp. c.1940
By Herbert Terry
Located in London, GB
Beautiful coral 1227 Anglepoise lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons. c.1940 One of the most famous desk lamps in British industrial history and still made to this day.
Metal
1940s Original 1227 Scumble Finish Anglepoise Lamp
By Herbert Terry
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s original 1227 Scumble finish Anglepoise lamp. The iconic 1940s articulated lamp designed by Herbert Terry.
Metal
A Cream & Chrome 1227 Anglepoise
Located in Tetbury, England
A mid production run cream painted 1227 Anglepoise desk light with factory chrome arms.
Chrome
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H 36.23 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
George Carwardine for Herbert Terry Model 1227 Articulated Table Lamp, 1940s
By Anglepoise, George Carwardine
Located in Naples, IT
An original Anglepoise desk lamp designed in 1935 by George Cawardine for Herbert Terry & Sons. Made in Redditch, England. This model is circa 1940-1950. Features polished aluminu...
Metal
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H 37.41 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Early Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Model 1227 Desk Lamp, England, 1930s
Located in Worcester, GB
Early Herbert Terry & Sons Anglepoise Model 1227 Desk Lamp, England, 1930s A rare and authentic early edition of the iconic Anglepoise Model 1227 desk lamp, designed by George Carw...
Metal
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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
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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
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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. Original paintwork and in perfect working order this lamp is a design classic and one of the earl...
Metal
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H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
1940s Black Herbert Terry & Sons 2-step Anglepoise Desk Task Lamp 1227 Bakelite
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Designed by George Carwardine in 1935 as a task lamp with flexibility and stability in mind, this early two-step 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons, England, is f...
Aluminum, Steel
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H 27.56 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
1950s Gold Scumble 2-step Anglepoise Desk Task Lamp 1227 By Herbert Terry & Sons
By Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Designed by George Carwardine in 1935 as a task lamp with flexibility and stability in mind, this two-step 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp made by Herbert Terry & Sons, England, has its or...
Aluminum, Steel
Industrial Vintage Anglepoise Scissor Wall Light
By Anglepoise
Located in Stockbridge, GB
The scissor mechanism is salvaged from the eastern bloc, the aluminium shade is salvaged from an original 1950’s 1227 Model Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp. Dimensions: Shade: Hei...
Steel, Aluminum
Three Step Anglepoise
Located in Tetbury, England
An early three step, model 1227 Anglepoise desk lamp. Produced between 1935 and 1938, identified by the cast iron three step base with it's crinkle or japanned painted finish, steel...
Iron
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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 Herbert Terry, George Carwardine
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
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H 105 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in
Giant Original 1227 Floor Lamp in Black by George Carwardine for Anglepoise, UK
By George Carwardine
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1227 jet black giant floor lamp by George Carwardine for Anglepoise, UK.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Iron
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H 9.06 in W 7.88 in D 39.38 in
Radialite Industrial Antique Vintage Scissor Wall Light By Walligraph
By Walligraph
Located in Stockbridge, GB
The scissor mechanism is salvaged from the eastern bloc, the aluminium shade is salvaged from an original 1950’s 1227 Model Herbert Terry Anglepoise lamp. A 1950s vintage machinist ...
Steel, Enamel
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.
Designer Eva Menz wants the light to "evoke curiosity and a sense of wonder."
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The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
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