Vintage Atomic Lamp
Vintage Space Age Sputnik Atomic-Style Brass Metal Table Lamp
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in Miami, FL
plated and polished brass details. Brass base, atomic symbol center, end caps, neck stem and any brass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
VINTAGE Robert Sonneman Triennale Atomic Orbiter Floor Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Chicago, IL
Space age Robert Sonneman Triennale Atomic Orbiter floor lamp.
A very nice one is great condition
Category
20th Century American Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Post Modern Atomic Copper & Aluminum Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition:
Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Copper
1960s Atomic Era Vintage Green Speckled Ceramic Table Lamps Pair
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This striking pair of Atomic Era vintage table lamps embodies the bold, sculptural design language
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Atomic Age Inspired Table Lamps, Hammered Shade in Brass, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Atomic Age Inspired Table Lamps, Hammered Shade in Brass, Pair
Offered for sale is a great
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
$1,600 / set
H 33 in Dm 14.5 in
Steinhauer Atomic Vintage Mushroom Lamp
By Steinhauer
Located in Manzano, IT
Lampada fungo Steinhauer Atomic Vintage
Meraviglioso pezzo spaceage, lampada a fungo vintage anni
Category
Vintage 1970s European Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Frederick Cooper Art Deco Style Chrome "Atomic" Steel Table Lamp
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Frederick Cooper Art Deco Style Chrome "Atomic" Steel Table Lamp. Circa Late 20th Century
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Murano Chrome Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Insane vintage table lamp with beautiful blown spotted leopard white murano glass, mounted on
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair Vintage Adjustable Height Photo Lamps, Industrial, Atomic Tri-Pod Base's
Located in Buffalo, NY
Pair vintage adjustable height photo lamps, industrial, atomic tri-pod base's. Adjustable height
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
$499 / item
H 52 in Dm 12 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Space Age Chrome Abstract Table Floor Lamp
This table/floor lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
A Vintage Atomic Sputnik Torchere Floor Lamp in the manner of Arredoluce
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston, Stilnovo
Located in Chicago, IL
A Vintage Atomic Sputnik Torchere Floor Lamp in the manner of Arredoluce. Uncertain to the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
$3,950
H 62.75 in Dm 19.75 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Teak Wood White Textured Sculpted Ceramic Pottery Table Lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
$395
H 27 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Green Flying Saucer Gold Table Lamp - Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Atomic Era Green "Flying Saucer" Gold Table Lamps after Tommi Parzinger
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,800 / set
H 37 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Post Atomic Age Table Lamp in the style of Gerald Thurston
By Gerald Thurston
Located in San Diego, CA
the world looked beyond the atomic age and into space. Clean, minimal and current into today. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
$232 Sale Price
20% Off
H 22 in W 14 in D 14 in
M.G. Wheeler Sight Light Saucer Atomic Age Articulating Table Lamp
By M.G. Wheeler
Located in Chattanooga, TN
the base acts as a pivot point to rotate the lamp to desired position. Even better, this vintage lamp
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
White murano pendant lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, Italy 1960s
By AVMazzega, Carlo Nason
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Atomic Vintage pendant lamp in Murano glass in the shape of a mushroom. Made in Italy in the 1960s. Most
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
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Post Modern Eyeball Desk Lamp in White
Located in TORONTO, CA
Unique vintage atomic table spot lamp with iconic eyeball shape. In working condition.
Category
1990s American Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Atomic Rattan Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Illuminate your space with mid-century flair using our Vintage MCM Atomic Rattan Floor Lamp. This
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1950s Atomic Ceramic Lamp with Fiberglass Shade
Located in Red Lion, PA
Mid Cenury Modern 1950s Atomic Pink Table Lamp
Ceramic with original Fiberglass shade
Pink base
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fiberglass
Italian Brass Atomic Floor Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
A vintage brass atomic style floor lamp with white paper shade. Styled with spindles atop a trio of
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Organic Form Atomic Chrome Yellow Pottery Lamps
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Pair of vintage pottery lamps in pleasant organic form and bright yellow glaze, circa 1970. Sure to
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Satco Robot Lamp - Atomic Space Age Toy Design, 1950's
Located in Lisboa, PT
Vintage Satco Robot Lamp – Atomic Space Age Toy Design, c.1950s–60s
An iconic piece of mid-century
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Vintage Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamp
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Haeger pottery lamp in bright sunny yellow glaze, circa 1970s. Three-way switch
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Stangl Art Deco Pottery "Archers" Atomic Yellow Large Globe Vase Lamp
By Stangl Pottery
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Stangl Pottery lamp in relief decoration of pattern known as "Archers," circa early
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Era Sputnik Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern atomic era Sputnik table lamp in chromed metal with four arms having dome ends
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Royal Haeger Hickman Atomic Chrome Orange Red Vintage Art Deco Pottery MCM Lamp
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Royal Haeger lamp in atomic chrome orange red glaze, circa 1960s. Measures: 23" high, 11"
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Pair of Arturo Pani Style Atomic Sputnik Bronze Lamps
Located in Astoria, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern atomic table lamps, designed in the style of Arturo Pani sockets
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Space Age 'ATOMIC' Rocket Ceramic Lamp Base, France, 1950's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage space age 'ATOMIC' Rocket Ceramic lamp base, made in France 1950's. Ceramic black and
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Atomic Era Gerald Thurston for Stiffel Rocket Table Lamps
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Southampton, NJ
An attractive pair of vintage atomic era rocket lamps having brass stems and ebonized steel bases
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Pair of Atomic Era Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Rocket Table Lamps
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Southampton, NJ
An attractive pair of vintage atomic era rocket lamps having brass stems and ebonized steel bases
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid-Century Pair of 'Atomic' Brass Table Lamps on Sputnik Legs
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of baluster form 'Atomic' table lamps, in plated brass, affixed by a central rod and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Swiss Vintage Design Atomic Floorlamp by Haussmann for Swisslamps International
By Robert and Trix Haussmann, Swisslamps International AG
Located in Renens, CH
Aluminum “Atomic” floorlamp designed by Trix and Robert Haussmann in the 1960s, and produced by
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
H 59.06 in Dm 18.9 in
Midcentury Atomic Spunik Brass Chandelier by the Majestic Lamp Co
By Majestic Lamp Company
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A brass midcentury atomic Spunik chandelier with twelve arms having the original styled starlight
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Tripod Table Lamp
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage atomic tripod table lamp, circa 1950s. This unique piece features a cylinder perforated
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Atomic Yellow Japanese Studio Porcelain Lamp
By Japanese Studio
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage Japanese porcelain lamp in sunny yellow glaze with carved hardwood base.
Category
Vintage 1930s Japanese Modern Ceramics
Materials
Porcelain
1950s Vintage Atomic Desk in Walnut with Floating Cabinet & Lamp
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Milo Baughman, Heal's, Paul McCobb
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A 1950s atomic desk in walnut and beechwood, attributed to Christopher Heal for Heal & Son.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Fiberglass 1950s Two Shade Floorlamp
By Deutsche WK-Möbel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage midcentury fiberglass lamp. Atomic era design featuring two fluted shades on a sculptural
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Blue Acrylic Spaghetti Ribbon Pendant Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Space Age Atomic Blue Acrylic Spaghetti Ribbon Pendant Lamp
Vintage Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 21 in W 17 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Blue Pendant Lamp Veca Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The beautiful vintage pendant lamp Veca Fontana Arte, chrome, and blue glass, sputnik, atomic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Mid-Century Blue Pendant Lamp Veca Fontana Arte Italy 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
The beautiful vintage pendant lamp Veca Fontana Arte, chrome, and blue glass, sputnik, atomic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Atomic Clover Lamp Company Floor Lamp in Original Coral Paint, c. 1950s
By Clover Lamp Company
Located in Deland, FL
. The lamp turns on with a foot switch at the base when turned on accentuates the atomic starburst
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 47.5 in W 21 in D 21 in
Vintage 1960s Atomic Orange Lamp Mad Men
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage geometric lamp in bright orange glaze, circa 1960s. Measures: 34" high overall, 20
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Industrial Atomic-Age Centrifuge Mushroom Table Lamp
Located in Lafayette, IN
This fantastic little lamp began life as a vintage laboratory centrifuge and has been ingeniously
Category
Vintage 1960s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Pair of Vintage Midcentury Danish Modern Teak & Brass Atomic Era Table Lamps
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pair of vintage midcentury Danish modern teak & brass atomic era table lamps. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Atomic Age 1940s Molecular Model Turned Orb Lamps
Located in Wilton, CT
Pair of vintage atomic age lamps consisting of turned maple orbs and discs in the manner of
Category
Vintage 1940s Danish Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Maple
Vintage Pair of Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamps
By Royal Haeger
Located in Wilton, CT
Large vintage pair of Haeger pottery lamps in bright sunny yellow glaze, circa 1970s. Three-way
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Mid-Century Cylinder Shaped Tripod Lamps with Red, Orange, Blue Panels
By Modeline Lamp Co., Adrian Pearsall
Located in Chattanooga, TN
capture the whimsical zeitgeist of the Atomic Age. The vintage 1950s lamps feature a unique tripod design
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Plastic
Vintage 1950's Atomic Style Table Lamp With Laminated Shade
Located in Papaikou, HI
Very spare and lean, but making a real design statement.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Brass
Sputnik Lamp Vintage Atomic Chrome Chandelier Cosack, Germany, 1960s-1970s Star
By Gebrüder Cosack
Located in Nürnberg, DE
1960s-1970s Sputnik pendant light or chandelier by Cosack
high quality made in Germany
of chromed brass with 20 plastic balls (sputniks)
you need 21 small Edison screw bulbs (E14)...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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Very Rare Pair of Leather and steel Lounge Chairs by Paul Geoffroy for Uginox
By Uginox, Paul Geoffroy
Located in Echt, NL
Iconic pair of lounge chairs in excellent condition.
Deigned by Paul Geoffroy and manufactured by Uginox in the 1970s in France.
Striking design composed of curved stainless steel ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
$28,823 / set
H 76 in W 65 in D 65 in
Jane & Gordon Martz, Table Lamps, Walnut, Ceramic, Linen Marshal Studios, 1950s
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut and ceramic table lamps designed by Jane & Gordon Martz. Produced by Marshall Studios, Veedersburg, Indiana, c. 1955.
Bases are sculpted walnut, with ceramic inlays...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Rewire Custom Brass Castanet Sconce
By Rewire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rewire Custom Brass Castanet Sconce. Each sconce requires one E26 100w maximum bulb. Sconce naturally patinas over time to resemble the result in the photographed image. Priced and ...
Category
2010s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
19th Century Writing Desk with Drawer
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This is an elegant antique writing desk, commonly referred to as a “bureau plat,” likely dating from the late 18th to early 19th century. Crafted from a warm-toned walnut, the desk f...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Velvet, Walnut
Maitland Smith Lacquered Chinoiserie Dome Top Lion Handle Storage Keepsake Box
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
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1990s Chinoiserie Decorative Boxes
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Hardwood, Lacquer
$245 Sale Price
30% Off
H 10.5 in W 11 in D 14 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Table Lamps by Modernera
By Modernera Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Table Lamps by Modernera Co.
Dimensions
35in H x 7in W
Lamp Shade: 10in H x 17in W
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$3,500 / set
H 35 in W 7 in D 7 in
Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Pair of "Parabolic Fin" Model Ceramic Lamps, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, American, circa 1950s. They have been rewired and are ready to use. One lamp has a...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Roger Capron Signed Herbier Ceramic Coffee Table, circa 1965, France.
By Roger Capron
Located in Brussels, BE
Rare Roger Capron signed ceramic oval coffee table, circa 1965.
Herbier model.
Ceramic tiles, grass motifs, tinted oak frame and feet.
Signed R. Capron on one ceramic tile.
Good Co...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
$3,407 Sale Price
20% Off
H 13.39 in W 53.15 in D 28.75 in
Pair of Grey Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of wall sconces made of three Murano glass elongated parts with brass settings.
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
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By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the PMPT Flush Mount is a conical flush mount fixture in the spirit of Paavo Tynell of the Scandinavian Modern tradition.
Made t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
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Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid to late 19th century, elaborately carved, antique Chinese bed Chambers was used to greet visitors and usually was furnished with two chairs and a center table: from which tea, wi...
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Pair of Murano Flowers Sconces
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian wall lights with clear and gold hand blown Murano glass flowers with blue glass screws / Made in Italy in the 1960s in the style of Barovier e Toso
Measures: height 8...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Murano Glass
Mahogany neoclassical daybed, 19th c.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Neoclassical lounge chair, daybed, recamier in carved mahogany with the back describing a wave. France, 19th c.
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Antique 19th Century French Space Age Daybeds
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Spherical Mirrored Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Excellent mid Century Modern mirrored spherical table lamp. Features a braided design on blue and beige skirting the belly of the lamp.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Pair of French Riviera Shelves in Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous pair of Mid-Century organic shelves made in bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. Vivai del Sud likely designed this beautiful shelves in Italy during the 1970s.
This stun...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$1,080
H 7.88 in W 19.69 in D 7.09 in
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By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of
Colombian artist Fernan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers a...
Materials
Brass
$2,825 / item
H 7 in Dm 18 in
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Vintage Atomic Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vintage atomic lamp for your home. Each vintage atomic lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and pottery. Your living room may not be complete without a vintage atomic lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage atomic lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made vintage atomic lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gebrüder Cosack, Mutual Sunset Lamp Co. and Robert and Trix Haussmann are consistently popular.
How Much is a Vintage Atomic Lamp?
A vintage atomic lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $749, while the lowest priced sells for $250 and the highest can go for as much as $4,726.
Finding the Right Lighting for You
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Vintage Atomic Lamp
- What is atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022When it comes to home decor, an atomic lamp is a term used to define interestingly shaped lamps from the 1950s or the mid-century design period. This is a time when the atomic bomb was in the news and the telltale mushroom cloud was the inspiration for the shape of these lamps. It’s a loose description of the new shapes that were being seen in lighting in this era. Shop a collection of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is an atomic lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The atomic lamp was a favorite mid-century modern design. The lamp took on characteristics of the molecular composition of the atom, and were found in a variety of shapes, materials and colors. You’ll find a variety of atomic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
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