1970’s Willy Daro Brass Lamp
By Willy Daro
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We have not polished it. We rewired the lamp and it functions beautifully. As there was no on off switch we added a button switch that the lamp plugs into.
Brass
Italian Floor Lamp by Leucos
By Leucos
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
This lamp comes with a dimmer switch. Shade is 5.5 in diameter and 2.5 tall.
Metal
$1,850 / set
Vintage After Kovacs Stacked Chrome Sphere Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The highly reflective chrome finish catches and multiplies ambient light, so the lamps remain striking even when switched off and double as decorative objects in their own right.
Chrome
Sputnik Ten Light Table Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Denton, TX
Unusual ten light Sputnik style table lamp with three way switch that allows you to have the low lights or the higher lights on or all ten on at at once.
Chrome
$3,200 / set
Pair of Glass Nautilus Lamps
Located in Palm Springs, CA
We had the black marble bases cut, polished and drilled, and then had them wired with in-line on/off switches. The lamps take small candelabra base bulbs.
Marble
Anvia Elbow Table Lamp by Hoogervorst - White Swing-Arm Desk Light Office Lamp
By J. J. M. Hoogervorst
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
The lamp has a switch on top of the shade. The lamp requires one E27 (standard) lightbulb and currently has an EU-plug.
Metal
Ceramic Lamp with Cattail Pattern
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Total height from base to the top of glass reflector is 35.5" and 9" diameter. Lamp consists of an on/off switch. Lamp has been professionally rewired.
Brass
Massive Iridescent Pearl Ceramic Clam Shell Table Lamps
By Verceram Ceramique 1, Premco mfg, Smania
Located in Bensalem, PA
Pair of iridescent pearl ceramic matching table lamps with updated dimmer switches
Ceramic, Blown Glass
$189Sale Price / item|19% Off
Art Deco Brass Piano Lamp, Soelken - Germany, 1970s
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Schwerin, MV
Another adjusting screw is located at the foot. The lamp is switched on and off via a cord switch. The lamp has a felt pad on the underside of the heavy base.
Brass
$4,800 / set
Pair of Brass "Touch" Lamps
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of brass lamps with "touch" switch and three-way light. Brass with glass shades.
Brass
$1,350 / set
Pair of Blue Marbleized Paper Candlestick Lamps
Located in Stamford, CT
Newly rewired with clear cords and side on/off switches. Each lamp takes one chandelier bulb max 60 watts each (not included) or can use a standard bulb with bulb adaptors (as shown...
Marble, Brass
Single Sky Blue Porcelain Gourd Lamp
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Two lightbulb sockets, each with individual pull cords, provide ample light. A circular on/off switch operates the lamp as well; the switch cover is chipped.
Porcelain
Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamp, 1970s, Denmark
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Værløse, DK
The shade has a few marks. * Dimensions (H): 152 cm * Shade dimensions (W): 55 cm * Light source: E26/E27 screw bulb, max. 60W * Ready to use with black cord and integrated foot swit...
Metal
Italian 1990s Candy Light Adjustable Black Table Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Minor surface marks and wear are present in keeping with the lamp's age. Original labels, switch, electrical components and UV filter are retained.
Metal
Floor - Table Lamp, Doria 70s, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The lamp can be switched separately in 3 ways - base only, shade only or both together.
Metal
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Floor lamp by J.T. Calmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Floor lamp chrome base and acrylic tubes .Three way switch .
Chrome
Mid Century Brass Desk Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
The shade can be easily turned in different directions. The lamp has a switch on the base. It requires a E27/26 bulb and currently has an EU-plug.
Metal
German orange This floor lamp was made in the 70s. It co1970s Floor - Table Lamp
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Wolfurt, AT
The lamp can be switched separately in 3 ways - base only, shade only or both together.
Brass
Minimal 4 lights Italian floor lamp
Located in NICE, FR
The sturdy round chrome base ensures stability while complementing the lamp's streamlined aesthetic. A floor switch, connected via a black cord, adds functionality and convenience.
Metal
Stunning tripod space age floor lamp
Located in NICE, FR
Each leg is tipped with a small brass cap, adding a subtle yet refined accent to the design. The lamp’s cord and black floor switch are seamlessly integrated, enhancing its practical...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Patinated Brass Adjustable Pharmacy Floor Lamp
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The arm terminates in a cylindrical shade with a rounded end and small concealed switch. The lamp stands on a heavily weighted polished brass base, giving the lamp excellent stability.
Metal, Brass
Marc Newson Helice Floor Lamp for Flos, Italy, 1992
By Marc Newson
Located in Dronten, NL
The proportions are dramatic, with real height and almost no visual weight, and the lamp looks as good switched off as switched on.
Aluminum
Danish mid century modernist table lamp, perforated brass, 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
The shade is decorated with a pattern of small perforations, creating small points of light when the lamp is switched on. A push-button switch is integrated into the base.
Brass
Elegant Contemporary Brass Cantilever Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brass finish and wide fabric shade add to the appeal of this unique lamp with foot switch. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Brass, Metal
$476Sale Price|20% Off
Paul Hanson Table Lamp Brass Elephants
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A Paul Hanson Brass Elephants Table Lamp With inline and socket switches Approximate Measurements in Inche...
Brass
$4,400 / set
Pair of Turned Wood Oversized Table Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
Amazing wood grain and rich tone turned wood table lamps with brass knob switch, also dimmable. Double cluster sockets.
Wood
Scandinavian modern brutalist cast iron table lamp , Sweden, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Solid rough surfaced cast iron lamp base with plastic lamp mount with light switch in working order.
Cast Iron
Lucite Cobra Desk Lamp, 1980's
Located in Lisboa, PT
It features a curved Lucite arm and black metal shade and base. Furthermore the desk lamp features a two step switch and shows a socket for halogen bulbs.
Metal
Gino sarfatti sixties vintage model 540 table lamp
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
This one is really special because it has a toch switch whereby you only need to touch the lamp to switch it on and off.
Metal
1970s Red Manon Lamp by Yamada Shomei
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The ingenious built-in switch turns the lamp on when opened and off when closed, transforming everyday functionality into interactive design.
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Cork, IE
Equipped with lower and upper sockets for E27 standard bulbs each and the original two-pin plug as well as the original foot switch, this lamp has not been modified or restored.
Pine
Italian Murano Glass Dome Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Chicago, IL
Condition: Great vintage condition, with subtle surface marks to the glass, cord, and switch. This table lamp has been professionally rewired by our team of restorationists with a ne...
Glass
$1,134 / item
French 1930s Art Deco Table Lamps
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
French 1930s wrought-iron table lamps with a dark matte-green finish. The lamps have a chrome switch on the side of the rectangular bases.
Wrought Iron
Italian Murano Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
The glass is stunning to see with its different color nuances from different browns over orange to yellow. The lamp has four different switch positions and can be light on also insi...
Metal
Vintage Italian Alabaster "Gazebo" Table Lamp
By G. None
Located in Bronx, NY
There is an in line on/off switch. This lamp is a strong decorative statement that will add to any room decor.
Alabaster
Mid-Century Yellow Tole & Brass Desk Lamp, circa 1950
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
A particularly elegant example of 1950s lighting, with a refined, almost biomorphic quality to the sweeping stem and compact shade. The lamp retains its original switch and is fitted...
Metal, Brass
Space Age Snake Cobra Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The lamp has a cord switch. European Plug (up to 250V).
Metal
Space Age Snake Cobra Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in Hamburg, DE
The lamp has a cord switch. European Plug (up to 250V).The wiring of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise..
Metal
8 Light Chrome Ball Table Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in New York, NY
Post Modern Art Deco Revival decorative table lamp. The three way switch enables three distinct light combinations.
Chrome
Table Lamp, Model '8022', Stilnovo, around 1958
By Stilnovo
Located in Berlin, DE
Made of aluminum, the base and reflector are painted light grey / white. The lamp has a toggle switch on the side.
Aluminum
“Delux” Desk Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning Sweden
By Falkenbergs Belysning, S. Björklund and L. Gustafsson
Located in Steenwijk, NL
The cap contains an adjustable reflector to adjust the shine of the lamp. The switch is on the hood, just above the pin to adjust the reflector.
Metal
Postmodern German Table Lamp from Hillebrand, 1980s
By Hillebrand
Located in Hamburg, DE
It tapers towards the top with another chrome element to form a shade. The lamp has a pull switch and is equipped with two compact fluorescent tubes.
Glass
Solis telescopic spotlight "intensive lamp" around 1970.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Solis telescopic spotlight Pull-out table lamp. Ideal as a reading lamp. 3-step light switch, extendable to approx. 50cm, 12 v car bulbs.
Metal
Mid 20th Century stylish tripod extendable floor lamp
Located in London, GB
The lamp features its original bayonet switch, a beautifully reeded brass central column, and an adjustable height extending to approximately 70 inches with the shade attached.
Brass
Japanese Satsuma Style Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
Carved wooden base and 2-light with pull chain switches. These lamps would make for a striking, cultural, and elegant piece in the home, adding warmth and character through its ornat...
Porcelain
Brumbry Table Lamp by Luigi Massoni for Harvey Guzzini
By Harvey Guzzini, Luigi Massoni
Located in APELDOORN, NL
With the original black and white switch (typical of the early production years), you can switch the top lamp and the three side lamps separately or simultaneously.
Metal
Mid-century Chrome Floor Lamp, Restored, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage floor lamp with original switch on lanyard. Made of chrome, metal and fabric.
Metal, Chrome
Casella Polished Brass Desk Lamp / Cedric Hartman
By Casella Lighting
Located in Chicago, IL
Casella Polished brass desk lamp. The switch cover appears to be missing. Will need to replace the switch cover. in order to turn the white stem knob I did check and the white stem ...
Brass
1970s Kamenicky Senov Bubble Glass and Brass Floor Lamp
By Kamenicky Senov
Located in Praha, CZ
The slender vertical stem rises from a rounded brass-plated base with an integrated switch, giving the lamp a clean architectural silhouette while allowing the illuminated glass sphe...
Metal, Brass
pair Beautiful Gold Leaf Table lamps Elegant Design 1970s France
Located in Den Haag, NL
Elegant sleek Design . Very good quality lamps .The shades are moveable ball joint. Small socket E14 lamps are needed or Led .
Gold Leaf
Sölken Leuchten Brass swing arm Floor lamp with shade .1970s Germany
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Den Haag, NL
Adjustable in height . . foot switch . Large E27 bulb needed . Ideal reading lamp .
Brass
Koch and Lowy Chrome Table / Reading Lamps
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Midcentury Koch and Lowy table/reading lamp with adjustable shade and dimmer switch. This lamp has been refinished in antique bronze patina.
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wood & Glass Table Lamp
Located in Nottingham, GB
Its geometric shade provides atmospheric illumination while retaining a striking decorative presence when switched off. The lamp retains its period fittings, including a B22 bayonet...
Metal, Chrome
Gilded Florentine Regency Revival Baluster Candlestick Table Lamp
By Frederick Cooper, Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The original plug and switch date the lamp to late 1960s or 1970s. The elegant, sculptural form, high quality craftsmanship, and traditional style will make the lamp a great gift to...
Gold Leaf, Metal
Thomas Sandell for Leucos Bottle Table Lamp, 20th Century
Located in NICE, FR
This distinctive construction adds depth and makes the lamp visually interesting both when switched on and off.
Metal
Pair Of Adjustable "IUWV" Floor Lamps by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of iconic and highly versatile floor lamp by Cedric Hartman: adjustable "IUWV" Low Profile Floor Luminaire Lamps. chrome finish with Lucite switch knobs.
Chrome
Scandinavian table lamp, brass & iron, mid century modern, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Forserum, SE
A row of small perforations follows the outer edge of the shade, creating a subtle decorative detail and small points of light when the lamp is switched on. The combination of the sc...
Brass, Steel, Iron
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Adjustable Pharmacy Floor Lamps
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The arm terminates in a cylindrical shade with a rounded end and small knob switch. Each lamp stands on a heavily weighted polished brass base, giving the pair excellent stability.
Metal, Brass, Iron
Sculptural Maitland Smith Art Glass Table Lamp, Silk Shade
By Maitland Smith
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The lamp is marked with the manufacturer logo, "MS", on the switch.
Brass
$2,496 / set
Floor Lamps by ASEA Belysning, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Hägersten, SE
New grey/natural linen lamp shades. Light switches on the lamp holders in working order.
Metal, Brass
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