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Vintage Industrial Clamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Introducing a stunning industrial C-shaped clamp, expertly welded to a durable steel base. This
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Iron

Vintage Industrial Clamp
Vintage Industrial Clamp
H 15.5 in W 7.5 in D 20.5 in
Book Shelf Clamp Spot
By Arteluce, Staff Leuchten, Gino Sarfatti, Erco, Dieter Witte
Located in München, DE
Beautiful clamp lamp from the 1960s. Very unusual design and very high-quality workmanship
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Vintage Book Shelf Clamp Spot
Book Shelf Clamp Spot
H 8.27 in W 3.94 in D 11.03 in
Flexible Desk Clamp Lamp 1950s
Located in Wien, AT
Flexible Desk Clamp Lamp 1950s Metal ( chrome ) is Original condition Aluminium is black lacquered
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Vintage Flexible Desk Clamp Lamp 1950s
Flexible Desk Clamp Lamp 1950s
H 27.17 in W 5.12 in D 19.69 in
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Clamp Lamp
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian clamp lamp blue grey, by E.G. Eriksson.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Artilite "Zodiac" Fluorescent Clamp-On Table Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Zodiac" Fluorescent Clamp-On Table Lamp by Artilite Artilite Netherlands, 1970s A functional and
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Minimalist Clamp Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Minimalist Clamp Table Lamp, 1960s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1960 to 1969
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Clamp lamp Typ 113, Midgard circa 1930
By Midgard
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Clamp lamp from the 1930s, chosen by Walter Gropius to equip the Bauhaus building in Dessau in 1926
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1930s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum

Vintage Clamp lamp Typ 113, Midgard circa 1930
Clamp lamp Typ 113, Midgard circa 1930
H 33.48 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in
German Clamp Task Kaiser Idell 6740 Lamp
By Christian Dell, Kaiser Idell
Located in Vienna, AT
German Kaiser Idell 6740 black clamp table lamp from circa 1920s-1930s new electric
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Vintage German Clamp Task Kaiser Idell 6740 Lamp
German Clamp Task Kaiser Idell 6740 Lamp
H 33.47 in W 8.27 in D 16.15 in
"Black Jack" Antique Double Clamp from USA
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A small scaled forged iron double clamp with molded spade form decorations. Mounted on a stepped
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20th Century American Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Sintesi Clamp Lamp by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide
By Vico Magistretti, Flos, Gaetano Sciolari, Ernesto Gismondi, Artemide
Located in München, DE
Fabulous Italian clamp lamp by Ernesto Gismondi from the 1970s. Industrial design and high quality
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Clamp Table lamp by Stilnovo 1950s, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Padova, IT
Stilnovo lamps represent an icon of the past, founded in 1946 Stilnovo has produced a series of iconic lamps that are still appreciated and recognized by design lovers today. The Sti...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Clamp Table lamp by Stilnovo 1950s, 1960s
Clamp Table lamp by Stilnovo 1950s, 1960s
H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 3.55 in
Lampada Ministero Architects Drafting Table Swiveling Clamp Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Very uncommon articulating and swiveling clamp mounted drafting table lamp produced by Lampada
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Rare Stilnovo Clamp Desk Lamp, circa 1950
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
Rare Stilnovo articulated desk lamp with black shade. Brass has nice patina and the lamp has been rewired.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Brass

Rare Stilnovo Clamp Desk Lamp, circa 1950
Rare Stilnovo Clamp Desk Lamp, circa 1950
H 33.86 in W 4.06 in D 4.06 in
1940s Antique Wood Clamps Rustic Carpentry Tool
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Antique Wood Clamps  Prior use to build boats Largest 63 long x 5.25 d x 1.25 w Short 48 long x 5
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Mid-20th Century Rustic Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Wood

Postmodern German Minimalist Clamp Lamp from Erco, 1980s
By Erco
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping lamp by erco. A functional design. The luminaire consists of a simple pipe
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20th Century German Minimalist Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Vintage Office Table Lamp with Clamp Mechanism, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Vintage office desk lamp with clamp mechanism. The arm be adjusted in any way desirable. Also the
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20th Century Vintage Furniture Clamps

Extendable Table Lamp with Clamp Italian Design 1970s
Located in Palermo, IT
Extendable table lamp with clamp, made in Italy, 1970s. Small signs of wear but still in excellent
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1970s Italian Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum

1960s Silver Task Light Desk Top Clamp Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Clamp Lamp MCM Vintage Silver Task Light Desk Top Clamp Lamp Screw on 11 tall x 6 diameter Preowned
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Shell Paper Clamp in Italian Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Shell paper clamp in Italian sterling silver. Finely wrought hinged silver shell desk accessory for
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1930s Italian Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Sterling Silver

Industrial Scandinavian Work Station Clamp Sconces, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A pair of versatile and multi-adjustable clamp sconces. Manufactured by Køfi design in Denmark
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1960s Danish Industrial Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum

Paolo Pallucco Playful Table Clamp Lamp in Solid Chestnut
By Pallucco, Paolo Pallucco
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Pallucco for Pallucco Roma, desk lamp, chestnut, Italy, 1960s A distinctive clamp desk lamp
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Chestnut

Mid-Century Space Age Cobra Table Clamp Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space Age Schwanenhals table clamping lamp. The lamp shows a futuristic Space Age Design with a
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Italian Articulated Desk Lamp with Clamp Fixing, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in London, GB
An unusual articulated desk lamp with clamp fitting that allows the light to be attached to a desk
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Space Age Flexible Clamp Table Lamp from ASN, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space age table lamp with table clamp. The head of the lamp is flexible via a swan neck. The
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20th Century Space Age Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum

Art Deco Table, Wall, Clamp Lamp by Hala
Located in Vienna, AT
used as a table, clamp or wall lamp. Very nice original condition with new electric. 2 pieces available
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Steel, Nickel

Art Deco Table, Wall, Clamp Lamp by Hala
Art Deco Table, Wall, Clamp Lamp by Hala
H 14.97 in W 6.3 in D 11.82 in
Cosack Gooseneck Clamp Lamp in Yellow, Germany, 1960s/1970s
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in Cork, IE
This bright yellow clamp lamp by Cosack with an adjustable gooseneck was made in Germany, probably
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

1940s Articulating Clamp Lamp for Table Desk Oak Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1940s Clamp Desk Lamp for Drafting Table Adjustable and Articulating 30 tall
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Oak

Midcentury Clamp Made of Rosewood and Stainless Steal
Located in Vienna, AT
Elegant well shaped clamp for holding papers, documents or letters.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Kisho Kurokawa Inspired Black Gooseneck Clamp-On Light
By Kisho Kurokawa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century black Kisho Kurokawa inspired gooseneck "clamp-on" lamp with black enameled metal shade
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Swiss Clamp Table Lamp from Swiss Lamps International
By Swiss Lamps International
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping light from Swisslamps in white and aluminum. A simple and restrained design
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century German Minimalist Clamp Lamp from Beisl, 1960s
By Beisl
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist mid century clamping lamp from Beisl. The minimalist radiation shape of the white light
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20th Century German Minimalist Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide First Edition 'Sintesi' Red Clamp Light
By Ernesto Gismondi, Artemide
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide, multi-way clamp lamp, model 'Sintesi Faretto Morsetto', first
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Iron

Serge Mouille Clamp Desk Lamp with Double Rotule
By Serge Mouille
Located in London, GB
Serge Mouille desk lamp with the double brass "rotule". Acting as an uplighter or a downlighter. Available in black or white.
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1950s French Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Aluminum

Serge Mouille Clamp Desk Lamp with Double Rotule
Serge Mouille Clamp Desk Lamp with Double Rotule
H 26.38 in W 11.82 in D 141.74 in
Postmodern Clamp Shelf or Table Lamp from Lival, Finland, 1980s
By Lival Oy
Located in Hamburg, DE
Postmodern Clamp Shelf or Table Lamp from Lival, Finland, 1980s, in Very Good conditions. Designed
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20th Century Finnish Post-Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

20th century French Christofle Silver Plated Asparagus Clamp, 1950s
By Christofle
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful silver-plated asparagus clamp from the famous French Christofle house dating from the
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1950s French Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Silver Plate

Giuseppe Ostuni 292-R Desk Clamp Lamp Italy 1950
By Giuseppe Ostuni, Oluce
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very rare desk clamp lamp model 292-r designed by Giuseppe Ostuni and manufactured by Oluce, Italy
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Aluminum

Italian Stilnovo Midcentury Modern Metal Clamp Table Lamp 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Lampada italiana da tavolo a morsetto, vintage di modernariato, prodotta da Stilnovo negli anni 50 con diffusore in metallo verniciato e braccio snodabile. Marchio Stilnovo inciso ne...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Swedish Desk Clamp Lamp by Alf Svensson for Bergboms, 1950s
By Bergboms, Alf Svensson
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
Desk clamp lamp designed by Alf Svensson, manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden during the 1950s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Galdino Clamp Lamp by Carlo Urbinati for Harvey Guzzini, 1970s
By Carlo Urbinati, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Rotterdam, NL
). This is the rare clamp lamp which can by attached to e.g. a table top or a shelf. The stems are
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Space Age Magnet Clamp Table or Shelf Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space Age clamp lamp with spherical reflector on magnetic holder. A striking detail of this lamp
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20th Century Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Minimalist Clamp Table or Shelf Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid Century clamp lamp. The simple cylindrical shape of the lamp head is striking. The head can be
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Italian Modern Adjustable White Metal Table Lamp with Clamp, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Adjustable white metal table lamp with clamp, 1980s Adjustable metal table lamp. The
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Italian Mid-Century Brass Clamp Desk Lamp Attributed to Vittoriano Viganò
By Vittoriano Vigano
Located in Hamburg, DE
This striking Italian clamp-on desk lamp is a beautiful example of mid-century design and is
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Minimalist German Clamp Lamp from Beisl, 1960s
By Beisl
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-century clamp lamp from Beisl with a yellow shade. The simple dome shape of the umbrella is
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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

MidCentury Italian Periscopio Clamp Table Lamp by Danilo & Corrado Aroldi, 1960s
By Danilo & Corrado Arnoldi
Located in Hamburg, DE
clamp is a special detail. This is a simple neckline in the lower end of the tube, in which the clamping
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

German Mid-Century Christian Dell Bauhaus Clamp Lamp #6470 circa 1930
By Christian Dell, Kaiser Idell
Located in New York, NY
An Iconic design symbol and functional work of art: a German Mid-Century Modern / Bauhaus Clamp
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Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Steel

Enamel Shade Industrial Office Clamp Task Desk Lamp, 1950s, Germany
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Enamel Shade Industrial Office Clamp Task Desk Lamp, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in very good
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal, Enamel

Exceptional Modernist Bauhaus Articulated Brass Clamp Table Lamp, Germany, 1930s
Located in Munich, DE
Extremely rare Bauhaus / Modernist articulated brass clamp table lamp or desk light with adjustable
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1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Brass

Mid-Century FA2 Table Clamp Lamp by Peter Nelson, England, 1960s
By Peter Nelson
Located in Hamburg, DE
clamp has several threads to absorb the shaft and can thus be used in two directions. European Plug (up
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20th Century British Industrial Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Rare Variation of the Famous Agrafee Clamp Desk Lamp
Located in Munich, DE
build on special order. from the first edition and in good condition.
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1950s French Vintage Furniture Clamps

Set of 2 Mid-Century Swiss Clamp Table Lamps from Swisslamps International
By Swisslamps International AG
Located in Hamburg, DE
Minimalist clamping lights from Swisslamps in a special color. Here in an early version with an
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20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

c1950s Industrial Clamp On Adjustable Task Desk Lamp by Fostoria American Design
By Fostoria - Fannon Inc. 1
Located in Oakland, CA
All original clamp on task / desk lamp by Fostoria, with a great patina from years of use in the
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1950s American Industrial Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Wire, Metal

Mid-Century Italian Space Age Serpente Table Clamp Lamp by Elio Martinelli
By Elio Martinelli
Located in Hamburg, DE
in a very rare version as a table clamp light. The Serpente is a design that looks extremely elegant
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20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Plastic

Christian Dell Bauhaus Industrial Table Clamp Wall Lamp, Koranda Austria, 1930s
By Christian Dell, Koranda Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
features a clamp base, allowing it to be mounted on a desk or table. When the clamp is removed, it can also
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1930s Austrian Bauhaus Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Vintage Italian Sintesi Pinza Clamp Table Lamp by Ernesto Gismondi for Artemide
By Ernesto Gismondi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare clamping lamps from the Sintesi series of the Italian manufacturer Artemide after a draft of
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Italian Space Age Periscopio Clamp Table Lamp for Stilnovo, 1960s
By Stilnovo
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Italian Space Age Periscopio Clamp Table Lamp by Danilo & Corrado Aroldi for Stilnovo
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

1970s LUXO Architect Rare Vintage Task Clamp Lamp for Desk Jac Jacobsen
By Jac Jacobsen, Luxo
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s By Luxo Industrial Metal Architect Task clamp lamp for desk Design attributed to Jacob
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Periscopio Clamp Table Lamp by Danilo & Corrado Aroldi for Stilnovo
By Danilo & Corrado Arnoldi
Located in Hamburg, DE
the luminaire body. A special detail is the table clamp. This is a simple cut out in the lower end of
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Furniture Clamps

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Metal

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Vintage Furniture Clamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage furniture clamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, all vintage furniture clamps available were constructed with great care. Vintage furniture clamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage furniture clamps made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made vintage furniture clamps over the years, but those made by Christian Dell, Joe Colombo and Stilnovo are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Vintage Furniture Clamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $995, while they’re typically $131 on the low end and $10,000 highest priced.
Questions About Vintage Furniture Clamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify vintage furniture, you'll need to determine if its production year was 20 to 99 years ago. One way to do so is to research your piece. Start by finding maker's marks and looking them up on trusted online resources. Once you know the maker, you can then learn more about its history and offerings to get a rough idea of the approximate age of your item. Another option is to ask a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer to date your furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of vintage furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Many believe that vintage furniture is worth it. Vintage pieces can offer unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless beauty while making living spaces more unique. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in vintage furniture is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a range of vintage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage Lane furniture, examine your piece in search of its date code. Most Lane furniture displays a series of numbers that tells you when it was made when read in reverse. For example, a piece that reads “2971120” would be “02 11 79,” indicating that Lane crafted it on February 11, 1979. To be considered vintage, a Lane furnishing must be at least 20 years old. For further assistance with making an identification, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Lane furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify vintage patio furniture, start with the maker's markings. You will usually find stamps, tags or labels with the maker's name in hidden places, such as under seats and tabletops. By comparing the marking with images shared by trusted online resources, you can learn who produced your patio furniture. Then, you can continue your research to find out more about the style name, year of production and other characteristics. Typically, patio furniture must be at least 20 years old and no more than 99 years old to be categorized as vintage. For help with the identification process, turn to a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a large collection of vintage patio furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To know if your Drexel furniture is vintage, examine its serial number, which you will usually find in a hidden spot, such as beneath a tabletop or on the back or bottom of a casegood. By cross-referencing this number with information available on trusted online resources, you should be able to estimate the year of production. Drexel furniture produced more than 20 years ago would qualify as vintage. If you need assistance with dating your piece, seek the advice of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Drexel furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To identify Thomasville furniture, look for the maker's mark, usually found in a discreet place, such as under a seat or tabletop or on the base or back of casegoods. Thomasville typically stamped pieces with its wordmark, which may read "Thomasville Chair Company" or "Thomasville Furniture," depending on the age of your piece. To find out more about your piece, you can conduct research using trustworthy online resources. If you need help with identification, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Thomasville furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify vintage wicker furniture, first try looking for a maker's marking, usually found under tabletops or seats. If you find a marking, you can use trusted online resources to determine which company or artisan crafted your furniture. Then, you can read further to determine when they were active and producing pieces like yours. To be vintage, your furniture must be at least 20 but no more than 99 years old. If you don't see a marking or have trouble conducting research, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. Find an assortment of vintage wicker furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJuly 30, 2024
    One way to tell if wrought iron furniture is vintage is to look for markings that indicate who produced it. Markings may appear on the underside, back and legs of wrought iron tables and chairs. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours. Consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer if you can't find markings or have difficulty dating a piece.

    Walter Lamb’s adventurous works and those of other mid-century designers noted for their seminal outdoor furniture — a list that includes Hendrik Van Keppel and Taylor Green, Russell Woodard, Maurizio Tempestini for John B. Salterini and Richard Schultz for Knoll — is often found among the offerings of 1stDibs dealers.

    In colder regions, wrought iron, which can be left outdoors all year round, was the material of choice in outdoor furniture designs for the Atomic Age.

    Shop a variety of vintage wrought iron furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To identify vintage Woodard patio furniture, look for the maker's markings. On three-piece sets, you'll typically find paper labels that bear the brand name underneath the cushions. Sofa and chair frames may also feature welded-on metal labels bearing the brand name. For wrought iron pieces, check the frame for an embossed "Woodard" mark. Once you find the markings, you can use trusted online resources to determine a rough idea of the age of your piece. Anything produced more than 20 years ago, but less than a century ago, is vintage. Pieces more than 100 years old are antique, while those made within the last two decades are contemporary. If you're unable to locate any markings, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can assist you with identification and dating. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Woodard furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To find out how much vintage furniture is worth, look at the history of sale prices for comparable pieces on trusted online platforms. You can begin your research by determining the maker of your furniture. Since the condition of your furniture will also impact its value, you may also wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate it. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage furniture.