Mid-Century Modern Chrome Clamp-On Adjustable Desk Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek mid-century modern clamp-on desk lamp featuring a polished chrome frame and an adjustable
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Adjustable Table Lamp
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Clamp-On Adjustable Desk Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A sleek mid-century modern clamp-on desk lamp featuring a polished chrome frame and an adjustable
Chrome
Italian Nuova Veneta Lumi Adjustable Desk Lamp Italy 1970s
By Veneta Lumi, Lumi
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Black Nuova Veneta Lumi Adjustable Desk Lamp, Italy 1970s. A fantastic mid-century
Metal
Black Post-Modern Adjustable Desk Lamp by Ron Rezek
By Ron Rezek
Located in Palm Springs, CA
1980’s Cool black adjustable Post-Modern table lamp by Ron Rezek. In beautiful original vintage
Metal
Brown Space Age Desk Lamp with Adjustable Arm, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Space age table lamp with easily adjustable arm and shade. The black arm allows you to position the
Metal
Adjustable Desk Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A desk lamp having a sculptural white textured enameled pedestal base supporting a chrome gooseneck
Enamel
Adjustable Architect desk lamp model T9 by Hala, 1960s
By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet
Located in Den Haag, NL
Adjustable architect desk lamp T9 made at Hala in 1967. This dutch desk lamp is fully adjustable en
Aluminum
Midcentury Italian Adjustable Lamp with Original Woven Leather Shade
Located in Troy, MI
Italian table lamp has a sleek dark wood base with polished nickel adjustable support. Height can
Metal
Steelcase Adjustable Desk Lamp, Modern Style, Plastic & Metal, 1980
By Steelcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Steelcase Desk or Task Adjustable Lamp. In original working condition. Has a great 70's or early
Metal
Louis XVI Style Brass Bouillotte Lamp With Adjustable Tole Shade
Located in Norwood, NJ
An elegant Louis XVI–style bouillotte table lamp in polished brass, featuring a classic three-light
Brass
Midcentury adjustable diabolo counter balance architectural desk lamp, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Zaandam, NL
patinated condition. The diabolo shade can be adjusted as can be seen in the pics. The lamp is fitted of
Metal, Brass
Green Enamel Double Gooseneck Adjustable Calla Lily Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Green metal midcentury double gooseneck adjustable flex arm calla lily cone desk table lamp. 3 way
Steel
Art Deco Machine Age Chrome Adjustable Flourescent Desk Lamp
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Art Deco fluorescent Brown/Grey enameled desk table lamp with streamlined shaped body and Machine
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Gilt Metal Italian Adjustable Desk Lamp
By Reggiani
Located in Aci Castello, IT
metal. One notable feature of this desk lamp is its adjustability. It incorporates a flexible or
Metal
$957Sale Price|20% Off
Jumo model 900 desk lamp, articulated arm + adjustable reflector
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Pretty large desk lamp with articulating arm that allows you to adjust the direction of the light
Metal
$336Sale Price|30% Off
VEB Narva Adjustable Desk Lamp, East Germany, Yellow Chrome 1970s
By VEB Narva
Located in Toronto, CA
Vintage adjustable desk lamp by VEB Narva Leuchtenbau, produced in East Germany (DDR) circa 1970s
Chrome
Orange & Chrome Adjustable Desk Lamp model "7970" by Cosack, 1970
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Mortsel, BE
Add a splash of 1970s Pop Art color to your interior with this versatile table lamp, Model 7970
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Artemide “Tizio” Adjustable Desk Lamp by Richard Sapper, Italy, 1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
.  With its striking, architectural form and exceptional adjustability, this lamp is far more than a
Metal
Mid-Century Gepo Double Chrome Globe Floor Lamp, Adjustable, MOD
By Gepo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, 1960s, adjustable double chrome globe floor lamp. Handsomely designed and
Aluminum, Chrome
Mid-Century Flying Saucer Adjustable Red Desk Lamp, Italian
Located in London, GB
balance to the lamp's unique form. Adding a touch of elegance to the design is the beautiful brass accent
Metal
Adjustable Designer Desk Lamp, Industrial Design, Mid-20th Century
Located in København, Copenhagen
Adjustable designer desk lamp. Industrial design, mid-20th century. Measures: Height: 43 cm. Foot
Metal
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Italian Arco Chrome & Marble Adjustable Eyeball Floor Lamp
Located in Basel, BS
This lamp has it all! Stunning 1960s original Hollywood Regency, midcentury chrome frame and thick
Chrome
Cute Adjustable Desk Lamp Brass Eggshell Color, Italy Midcentury
By Arteluce
Located in Vienna, AT
Cute fully 360 degree adjustable pivoting table light, Italy, circa 1955 Very beautiful and
Brass, Aluminum
Rare Adjustable BAG Turgi Desk Lamp – Switzerland, circa 1950's
By BAG Turgi
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
This exceptionally rare and adjustable desk lamp by BAG Turgi exemplifies the highest standards of
Metal, Brass
Hardill & Horstmann British Midcentury Black Adjustable Task Lamp Iron Aluminum
Located in Lisboa, PT
This adjustable task lamp was produced in the 1950s by Hardill & Horstmann Ltd., an English
Aluminum, Steel
$258Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Piano Lamp by Pfäffle, Adjustable Shade, 1965
By Pfäffle-Leuchten Schwenningen 1
Located in Schwerin, MV
Pfäffle piano/table lamp from the 1960s with a minimalist, modern design. The lamp has a heavy
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Metal Desk Lamp, Germany, 1960s
Located in Beirut, LB
, mounted on a high rod which allows the user to adjust the height of the light. Head is also steerable and
Metal
Mid-Century Adjustable Brass Saucer Style Desk Lamp by Dazor
By Dazor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to market lamps not only to offices and draftsmen, but also to homemakers who wanted adjustable
Brass, Steel
Swedish Modern, Black Lacquered Metal, Adjustable Desk Lamp, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stamford, CT
Swedish Modern, Black Lacquered Metal, Adjustable Desk Lamp, Sweden, 1950s A lacquered metal
Metal
Vintage Industrial Adjustable Lamp by Jielde Louis Domecq, France
By Jean Louis Domecq, Jielde
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Original Jielde lamp from France with slight signs of use due to age. French industrial lamp with
Metal
Set of 2 Adjustable Bedside Lamps, Made in Italy, 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 adjustable bedside lamps, Made in Italy, 1970s Good condition, e16 lamps, enameled metal.
Metal
Pair of Postmodern Height Adjustable Mirrored Chrome Sonneman Floor Lamps
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of postmodern Robert Sonneman height adjustable chrome and mirror floor lamps. This
Metal, Chrome
Small White Tensor Post Modern Adjustable Telescoping Eyeball Desk Lamp
By Tensor
Located in Chicago, IL
can also be set anywhere in between. On/off switch located at the base. The lamp head can be adjusted
Stainless Steel
Modern Pair of Koch & Lowy Chrome Swing Arm Lamps Adjustable
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Toledo, OH
Modern pair of adjustable swing arm chrome table lamps by Koch & Lowy. Weighted heavy base.
Chrome
Pair of Koch & Lowy Chrome Swing Arm Adjustable Desk / Lamps
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Westport, CT
Mirror chrome Koch & Lowy swing arm adjustable desk / table lamps, vans adjust head to back light
Steel, Chrome
Design Adjustable Chrome and Black Lacquered Desk Lamp, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This design adjustable desk lamp is made of chrome and black lacquered metal. This is a French work
Chrome, Metal
Adjustable desk lamp by Stilnovo - Brass and aluminum. Italy, circa 1950
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Stilnovo Adjustable desk lamp by Stilnovo. Brass and aluminum. Italy, circa 1950 H. 28 cm, W. 23 cm
Aluminum, Brass
Japaneese Mid-Century Modern C1960s Telescopic Adjustable Desk Lamp Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Japaneese Mid-Century Modern circa 1960s Telescopic adjustable desk lamp MINT!
Chrome
French Brass Desk Lamp, Adjustable Arm, Belle Époque Style, 1960
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French adjustable brass desk lamp This is an unusual piece, the lamp has a heavy brass base
Brass
$239Sale Price|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Desk Lamp by Bruns, Germany, 1960
Located in Schwerin, MV
dark brown metal rod. The desk lamp has a solid table clamp - also made of metal and can be rotated and
Metal
Large Adjustable Desk Lamp in Original Red Lacquer, 1970's
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large adjustable desk lamp in original red lacquer. 1970's. Height: 43 cm. Foot diameter: 20 cm
Metal
Adjustable Desk Lamp in Original Mint Green Lacquer, Industrial Design
Located in København, Copenhagen
Adjustable desk lamp in original mint green lacquer. Industrial design, mid-20th century. Height
Metal
Koch & Lowy Adjustable Triple Octagon Shade Chrome Desk Lamp, 1960s
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Adjusting Chrome Triple Octagon Shade Table Lamp, attributed Koch & Lowy. Featuring chrome stem
Chrome, Metal
Large Adjustable Work Lamp in Original Metallic Lacquer, Industrial Design
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large adjustable work lamp in original metallic lacquer. Industrial design, mid-20th century
Metal
Large Adjustable Work Lamp in Original Metallic Lacquer, Industrial Design
Located in København, Copenhagen
Large adjustable work lamp in original metallic lacquer. Industrial design, mid-20th century
Metal
Bauhaus Adjustable bauhaus Lamp in Black and Chrome, Mid-20th Century
By Christian Dell
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Elegant Bauhaus-style desk lamp featuring a black enameled metal shade and a curved chromed steel
Metal, Chrome
Rare Pair of Post-Modern Adjustable 'Orbit' Lamps by Ron Rezek
By Ron Rezek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of adjustable 'Orbit' lamps by Ron Rezek, circa 1980. High-end Post-Modern design
Aluminum, Steel
Lovely Mid Century Brass Table Lamp by Erik Wärnå for Gnosjö Sweden 1950s
By Gnosjö Konstsmide Rydahls Lamps, Erik Wärnå
Located in Munich, DE
Lovely and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern table lamp or bedside table lamp with adjustable
Brass, Aluminum
Adjustable Architect Table Desk Light by Ferdinand Solère for SOLR
By SOLR, Ferdinand Solere
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Architect table desk light. Designed by Ferdinand Sole're for SOLR adjustable in height and angle
Iron
Postmodern Adjustable Angle Poise Desk Lamp by LUXO c 1970's
By Luxo
Located in New York, NY
Unusual adjustable desk, or task, lamp made in Denmark by Luxo. This model features a hood shade
Metal
Pair of French 1950's Adjustible Tripod Lamps by Disderot
By Disderot
Located in Hanover, MA
nearly cannon shell sized aluminum cone for the lamp. Perfect for table top spotlights.
Vintage Mid Century Modern Adjustable Height Brass Cone Task Desk Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Adjustable Height Brass Cone Task Desk Lamp. Circa Mid 20th Century
Metal, Brass
$1,063Sale Price|53% Off
Italian Midcentury Black and Brass Adjustable Clamp Desk Lamp by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
This Charming Italian 1950s brass clamp desk or table lamp with black lacquered adjustable and
Brass, Metal
Adjustable Mid-Century Modern Task Lamp by IKEA, Metal & Plastic, 1975
By IKEA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
of lamp sits in the base. Lamp adjusts and allows you to place in the position that you desire.
Metal
Italian Modern Space Age Desk Lamp by Zonca, White, Adjustable, 1970s
By Zonca
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Italian Modern Space Age White Desk Lamp by Zonca, 1970s This flexible white table desk lamp
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Industrial Adjustable Brown Metal Desk Lamp by Dazor
By Dazor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Industrial Adjustable Brown Metal Desk Lamp by Dazor. Circa Late 20th Century
Metal
$150Sale Price|50% Off
Vintage Post Modern Desk Lamp ... 1980s Adjustable Folding Task Light, Modular
Located in Chicago, IL
Folding post modern desk lamp made of high-impact plastic. Most likely by Marksman Brown, made in
Plastic
Vintage Robert Sonneman Mid Century Modern Black Eyeball Adjustable Desk Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Robert Sonneman Mid Century Modern Black Eyeball Adjustable Desk Task Lamp. Circa Mid 20th
Metal
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.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
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.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
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