Pair of Costantino Persiani Table Lamps by Obor, Italy, c.1960
By Obor
Located in Chicago, IL
Obor began as a U.S. fluorescent importer in the 1950s and evolved into a leading decorative-lighting maker, celebrated for futuristic designs and robust construction. • Designer: Co...
Chrome
Bibip floor lamp by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1970s
By Flos, Achille Castiglioni
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The reflector is manoeuverable via a ring that remains cool even when the lamp is switched on. The lamp is stabilised by a semi-spherical ceramic base that is filled with sand.
Aluminum
Pop Art Yellow Vintage Plastic Ball Floor Lamp, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
One E 27 socket and an on/off switch The floor lamp is in very good vintage condition.
Aluminum, Chrome
Flos Lampadina LED Table Lamp in Violet by Achille Castiglioni
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Additional information: Material: Stainless steel Finish: Violet Environment: Indoor - Dry Location Mounting: Table Top Lamp (Bulb) Description: 2W Lampadina Medium G40 LED 2600K Vol...
Stainless Steel
$731Sale Price|50% Off
Italian Large Ceramic and Fabric Lampshade Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design large table lamp lampshade with double switch (only above - above and below) and with glossy black lacquered ceramic base and new fabric lampshade, ...
Metal
Mid 1950s Italian Twin Head Floor Lamp - attributed to Stilux, Milano, Italy
By Stilux
Located in Uxbridge, GB
The slight difference in the height and angle of the stems prevents the composition from becoming too symmetrical and gives the lamp a much more animated appearance. The shades are ...
Marble, Brass, Steel
1970s Pair Table Lamps Brass Red Orange Cork Coated
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of 1970s beautiful solid brass lamps, brass switch and cork coated lampshades.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Painted Brass & Iron Torchère Floor Lamp C1975
By Arredoluce
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Torchère Floor Lamp from Italy C1975. Tall and tapered with 4 brass rods connecting the base to the lamp head.
Brass, Iron
Stilnovo Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps, Brass & Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The tulip glass shades are made of hand blown frosted opaline glass, halted by a round base, particularized by cured arms. The detailed desk lamps are consisting its original switch ...
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Hala Brown Ball Rotating Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
The lamp can be switched on and off on top of the shade.
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Double Cone Brass Desk Table Lamp C1965
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic double lamp desk lamp with pierced brass shades that have wooden cones on top that serve as the lamps light switches.
Metal, Brass
$1,600 / item
Vintage 4-light Torchiere Brass and Metal Floor Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage 4 light Torchiere floor lamp in Brass and metal. Turn it on and off by using the swith and just hold and press down on the lamp pedestal, using the traditional switch.
Brass
A pair of mid-century Scandinavian ceramic table lamps by Marianne Starck
By Michael Andersen & Son, Marianne Starck
Located in Eindhoven, NL
. - The table lamps have new wiring and socket - E 27 socket - Height including socket: ca. 35 cm - Diameter lamp foot- ca. 15 cm - Height including lamp shade: 55 cm - The lamps ...
Ceramic
1960's Neo Classical Brass Table Lamp & Fringed Fabric Shade - RUEL, Switzerland
Located in Bern, BE
Equipped with a standard E27 lamp holder (max. 60W) and inline cable switch.
Metal, Brass
Sirio black Floor Lamp by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah 1977
By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Padova, IT
Matt black painted metal floor lamp with red switch. The whole C-beam structure C-confers a Minimalist appeal.
Metal
Mid-Century Space Age Flash Floor Lamp from Guzzini, 1970s
By Guzzini
Located in Hamburg, DE
Above, to receive the shade flush. The lamp has the original chrome-colored foot switch.
Metal
Table Lamp Stemlite by Bill Curry W/ Opaque White Glass Ball Shade
By Design Line, Bill Curry
Located in Topeka, KS
This is an awesome table lamp!! It’s a Stemlite lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line and it features an ivory-white enameled tulip base that holds its original white glass ball globe a...
Metal
Brass and Teak Table Lamp by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Hägersten, SE
Shade adjustable in angle. Light switch on the lamp base in working order. Good vintage condition with age related wear and patina.
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Italian 1853 Grande Glass Floor Lamp Max Ingrand Fontana Arte
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Hamburg, DE
The heavy lampshade rests on three brackets and is held in place by clamps. A three-way switch allows the lamp’s various elements to be turned on and off separately, enabling differe...
Metal
Mid Century American Craft Turned Oak Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
In good working condition with a 3 way switch. Lamps are 28” tall. Bases are 6.5 x 6.5” Sold without shades.
Oak
Mid-Century Italian Space Age Table Lamp with Effervescent Bubble Glass, 1970's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Sophisticated Lighting Controls (4-Way Switch) Designed with a specialized 4-stage mechanical switch, this lamp offers highly versatile mood lighting options to match your interior a...
Metal
MOLLA lamps by Franca Stagi & Cesare Leonardi for LUMENFORM, 1970s
By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, Lumenform
Located in Athens, Attiki
The spotlights are controlled by a rotary switch on the lamp housing and can be flexibly adjusted along their entire length using the rollers.
Metal
1940s Brass "Water Pump" Floor Lamp By Fog & Mørup With Spherical Satin Shade
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
For safe and practical use, the lamp has been fitted with new wiring, a new lamp holder and a new switch, while retaining its original vintage character.
Brass, Cast Iron
Serpente Model 599 Table Lamp by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s
By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
When illuminated, the broad diffuser produces an even, warm glow; when switched off, the lamp reads almost as an abstract object.
Chrome
Mid-Century Fa2 Floor Lamp by Peter Nelson, England, 1960s
By Peter Nelson
Located in Hamburg, DE
A trademark of these lights is the characteristic "Cube Switch Box", a simple box made of milled aluminum with integrated pressure switches.
Metal
Floor Lamp by Eje Ahlgren for Luco, Sweden, 1950s
By Luco, Eje Ahlgren
Located in Hägersten, SE
Original light switch on the lamp fixture in working order. Very good vintage condition with light age related patina and wear.
Metal
Post Modern Italian Murano Glass Mushroom Table Lamp, 1980s
By Maestri Muranesi
Located in Puglia, Puglia
The lamp has a double switch, as in the photo it is possible to illuminate the lower part, with a softer light, or illuminate the upper part, with a stronger light.
Murano Glass
Gateano Scolari Stilnovo Italian Floor Lamp from the 50s
By Massimo Scolari, Stilnovo
Located in Wolfurt, AT
There are two light switches on the lamp, one of which can turn on two bulbs for "mood lighting", and the other can turn on the remaining five bulbs for full lighting.
Marble, Brass
Floor lamp with newspaper holder, Hollywood Regency Style, 1950s Austria
Located in Wien, AT
The lampshades are the original ones from the 50s made of glass. The lamps can be switched separately - at a comfortable height, directly above the newspaper holder.
Glass, Wood
Pair of brass floor Lamps by ASEA belysning, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in Hägersten, SE
Light switches on the lamp holder. Very good vintage condition with light age related wear and patina.
Brass
XL Mid Century Pine Wood Table Lamp by Bengt Slöjdare, Sweden 1970s
Located in Beograd, RS
Combining elements of Scandinavian Modern, Brutalist and rustic modern design, the lamp has a strong sculptural presence even when switched off.
Pine
Falkenbergs Belysning Floor Lamp in Oak and Brass, Sweden, 1960s
By Falkenbergs Belysning
Located in The Hague, NL
The lamp can be switched on with the pull switch (can be shortened if desired).
Brass
Vintage Snake Cobra Table Lamp, Metal & Plastic, Yellow & Black, 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
Large Horse Head Chess Knights Carved Alabaster Lamps Italy 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Both lamps work well .New rewiring switch and fittings .
Alabaster
Triennale Floor Lamp Attributed to Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, 1960s
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Having three adjustable shades allows the user to position the light exactly where needed; each lamp is equipped with a switch, so that they can be turned on independently.
Metal, Brass, Steel
Sculptural Aluminum Table Lamp by P. Guzzetti for Lamperti, Italy 1973
By Lamperti
Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest
The aluminum dome, perforated with a rhythmic sequence of circular cut-outs, creates a striking light effect when the lamp is switched on. The warm glow escapes through the openings,...
Aluminum
$3,950 / set
Pair of Clear & Black Lucite Lamps, USA 1960's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Each lamp features a well-designed switch for effortless control, allowing you to set the perfect lighting mood for any occasion.
Metal
Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Brown Incised Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Hamburg, PA
Original wiring with a three-way switch. These lamps are in good original condition but require rewiring by a professional electrician.
Ceramic, Fabric, Walnut
Mid Century Floor Lamp, Germany, 1970's, New Handmade Lampshade
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage German floor lamp with original step-on switch. The lamp has new handmade lamp shade.
Metal
Modern Lucite Chromed Metal Vintage Snake Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
Furthermore the desk lamp features a two step switch and shows a socket for halogen bulbs.
Metal
Mid-Century Industrial Style Leather and Steel Floor Lamp
By Karl Springer
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Late mid century era industrial floor lamp. Steel based and a leather wrapped piece of solid wood make the lamp.
Steel
Large Classic Swirl Murano Table Lamp Mushroom Italy 1970s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Upper and lower bulbs can be switched separately. The lamp consists of two parts, both glass.
Brass
Sirio T, Post-Modern Floor Lamp by K.Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s
By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Brussel, BE
Minimalist Post-Modern floor lamp named Sirio T. Made of black powdered metal with a touch of red (switch), this lamp is dimmable and adjustable.
Metal
Midcentury Chrome Adjustable Floor Lamp Goffredo Reggiani Style, Italy 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Rome, IT
The lamp has a foot switch. European plug (works outside EU with a simple plug adapter).
Metal, Steel, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Orange Mushroom Table Lamp, Minimalist 1960s Design
Located in Hamburg, DE
Inside it is provided with a heavy Erwi cast element. The lamp has a train switch. It is in very good condition with signs of wear and patina.
Metal
Mid-Century German Flamingo Table Lamp from BUR, Bünte & Remmler
By Bünte und Remmler
Located in Hamburg, DE
A rectangular elongated perforation that refracts the escaping light and dissolves the cubic shape of the shade when switched on. This lamp even still retains the diffuser parchment ...
Metal
Postmodern French Glass Table Lamp from Trait D'Union, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Red triangles made of translucent plastic protrude on both sides and shine through when switched on. The lamp is in very good condition and has hardly any signs of wear.
Glass, Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp, Black Metal, Adjustable Shade, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
A knurled screw on the head of the lamp is used for fixing. The lamp has a pull switch.
Metal
Rare Milo Baughman for Kovacs Cantilever Chrome Desk / Table Lamp, Model 3085
By George Kovacs, Milo Baughman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Milo Baughman, George Kovacs, Milo Baughman Lamp, Kovacs Desk Lamp, Model 3085, Cantilever Chrome Lamp, 1970s Chrome Lamp, Minimalist Desk Lamp, Architectural Table Lamp, Plexiglas S...
Chrome
Mid-Century Hala Zeist Clip & Wall Reading Lamp, Aqua Enameled Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A flexible brass gooseneck arm connects the shade to a matte black angular mount, and the mount's folded lower edge was specifically designed to hook over a headboard or display rack...
Metal, Steel, Enamel
Orsa Minore Table Lamp by Studio Arké for Candle, 1970s
By Stilux
Located in Rotterdam, NL
By pressing the top of the lamp, the light is switched on or off. The amount of light can be easily adjusted by changing the position of the shade.
Metal
Black Vintage Christian Dell Desk Lamp for Kaiser Leuchten, 1970s
By Christian Dell
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
The lamps has a switch on the base. It requires a E27/26 bulb and currently has a EU-plug (usable outside EU with plug-converter).
Metal
Mid century floor lamp with cane handle by Eje Ahlgren for LUCO, Sweden 1950s
By Eje Ahlgren, Luco
Located in Hägersten, SE
Made from black lacquered steel with brass details and aluminum lamp shade. Small hand woven handle in cane. Light switch on the lamp shade in working order.
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Daniela Puppa 1991 Italian Model 2850 Colored Glass Table Lamp for Fontana Arte
By Daniela Puppa, Fontana Arte
Located in Conversano, IT
This dual relationship between the lower luminous body and the broad upper diffuser gives the lamp a particularly sculptural appearance when switched on.
Glass
Mid-century white ceramic glazed table lamp by Bitossi (free US wiring!)
By Bitossi
Located in Eindhoven, NL
- The lamp can be switched on by switch on the wire or on the socket which make it easy to switch on or off.
Ceramic
Postmodern Period Wall Light Sconce Spotlight or Desk Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Light is in fine working order with new lamp (bulb.) On/Off switch in front. A great light for artwork, plants, displayed items, desk, etc.
Plastic
Pair of Accademia Medium Wall Lamp by Cini Boeri for Artemide 1978
By Artemide, Cini Boeri
Located in Barcelona, ES
With its textured black lacquered steel triangular structure, off-white cotton fabric diffuser, versatile lamp holders, and elegant switch on the cord, these lamps combine functional...
Iron
Jane & Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios Incised White Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, PA
Original wiring with a three-way switch. These lamps are in good original condition but require rewiring by a professional electrician.
Ceramic, Walnut
Lucciola Table Lamp by Fabio Lenci for Harvey Guzzini, 1970s
By Fabio Lenci, iGuzzini
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The plastic covered base, with trafo on the inside, functions also as the on/off switch. The lamp is in very good vintage condition.
Metal, Steel
Cedric Hartman Parallel Bar Brass and Stainless Steel Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The lamp has a brass dimmer switch on the underside of the shade.
Brass, Stainless Steel
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