Pair of Brass Uplights by Lightolier
Sold|$3,500
Pair of Brass Uplights by Lightolier
Located in Danville, CA
a 12" brass base. Pierced brass shade with three-way rotary switch.
1950s American Vintage Rotary Switch
Brass
Sold|$3,500
Pair of Brass Uplights by Lightolier
Located in Danville, CA
a 12" brass base. Pierced brass shade with three-way rotary switch.
Brass
Sold|$2,000
Parzinger Style Table Lamp
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Candles" on brass metal base and rotary switch at top. Base 7".
Metal, Brass
Sold|$1,280
Lightolier Lamps with Globe Shades
By Lightolier
Located in Brooklyn, NY
base. Each lamp has eight candelabra base lights controlled by a rotary switch on top.
Metal
Vintage MCM Original Italy Murano White Glass Mushroom Large 14'' Table Lamp
By Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Houston, TX
undamaged, rotary switch on white electric wire, made in Italy, late 1970's Diameter of 10'' approx
Blown Glass
Vintage Black Industrial Gooseneck Desk Lamp, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
chrome-plated gooseneck. Original socket for E 27 bulbs with ceramic rotary switch, new wire. Good
Aluminum, Iron
Sold|$1,750
Large Scale Stiffel Candeabra Lamp
By Stiffel
Located in Amarillo, TX
inside the shade. Original 3 inch finial and rotary switch in base. Original shade is ok, but probably
Brass, Steel
Arredoluce Column Lamp Attributed to Angelo Lelli
Located in New York, NY
mounted adjustable lamps, with a hidden uplight. Four rotary switches control the lamps individually. A
Chrome, Steel
Attributed to Tom Green for Feldman Brutalist Pendant Light
By Tom Greene, Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
chain attached with a rotary switch. Dimensions: Diameter: 16.25," height: 8.5" Condition
Metal
Sold|$950
Lightolier Table Lamp
By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
bulb. Attributed to Gerald Thurston, the rotary switch is marked "Lightolier."
Metal
Sold|$5,500 / set
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Lamps For Hansen American 1960s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Hansen Lighting Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
and desirable three way rotary switch. These heavy, and elegant lamps are a grounding show stopper in
Marble, Brass
Sold|$650
Pair of Space Age "Bouilette" Lamps
Located in Amarillo, TX
" decorative globe bulbs. Rotary switches on bulb cluster. Shades are 8" x 17"
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Grip Floor Lamp designed by Achille Castiglioni for Flos, Italy, 1985
By Achille Castiglioni, Flos
Located in Milano, IT
as both a rotary switch and a handle to adjust tilt.
Steel
Walter Von Nessen Mushroom Table Lamp for Nessen Studios
By Nessen Studio, Walter Von Nessen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
enamel spun aluminum dome shade. The stem and base are aluminum with white enamel and a rotary switch on
Metal, Enamel, Aluminum
Sold|$2,500
Black Tower Neon Lamp by Rudi Stern
By Rudi Stern, Rudi Stern and Don Chelsea, George Kovacs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
" square column on the bias of 14" square base. Two rotary switches mounted high on the side control the
Metal
Midcentury Neoclassical Style Solid Brass Stiffel Lamp/ RH Linen Drum Shade
By Stiffel
Located in Malibu, CA
ornate acanthus. Original brass rotary switch at base, the lamp has been cut down just above the acanthus
Brass
Art Deco Holophane Correctalite Glass Pendant Lamp
By Holophane
Located in New York, NY
the glass. The lamp has been rewired and includes an on/off rotary switch along the cord.
Aluminum
Sold|$2,500 / set
Pair of Petite Brass Lamps with Pedestal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
towards the bottom. The lamps allow for two light settings with a rotary switch on the brown cloth cord
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Amorphous Walnut Brass Flower Spaghetti 3-Way Table Lamp
Located in Wilmington, DE
walnut base with brass 'stems' and fiberglass shades. Also has a rotary switch and lights up three ways
Brass
Vintage Meyda Tiffany Lamp Glass Bead Fringe Bronze Vanity Base
Located in Somis, CA
crafted bronze vanity base with graceful scrollwork detailing. It operates with a convenient rotary switch
Bronze
Black German Industrial Scissor Wall Lamp by LBL, 1950s
By LBL
Located in Kojetice, CZ
be turned sideways. The original socket requires standard E27 / E26 light bulbs. The rotary switch is
Iron
Pair of Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Brass and Walnut Tripod Table Lamps
By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for these lamps. The lamp has three light settings which can be adjusted on the rotary switches
Brass
Sold|$1,895
Tall Black Ceramic Lamp
Located in New York, NY
newly rewired and has two horizontal side-by-side bulb sockets with pull chains. An additional rotary
Ceramic, Natural Fiber
Sold|$1,250
Petite Turned Wood Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tiers. It is paired with a white linen shade that attaches to the top of it's brass stem. The rotary
Wood, Walnut
Sold|$3,800 / set
Anglepoise Aluminum Desk Lamps by Herbert Terry & Sons, Set of 2
By Herbert Terry
Located in New York, NY
angles. These are a classic! Newly rewired with rotary switches on the cords. Dimensions: 34 in
Aluminum
Tall Table Lamp Attributed to Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
lamp is rewired and has two S-cluster bulb sockets with pull chains. An additional rotary switch is
Brass
Sold|$1,200
Pair of Brass Candlestick Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
require a single bulb. A rotary switch is located on the cord and can be used to adjust the intensity of
Brass
Sold|$5,500 / set
Pair of Rougier Large Tulip Table Lamps
By Roger Rougier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
when the lamps are on. The Cords are The Original Gold Toned Cords with Rotary Switch 1970s
Brass
Sold|$716
Holtkötter brass table lamp
Located in Ludwigslust, DE
variable use. The lamp can be dimmed using a continuously variable rotary switch on the lamp base. The
Brass
Midcentury Kaiser Idell Wall Scissor Lamp Model 6614 in Black and a Large Shade
By Kaiser Dell
Located in München, DE
frame made of metal. Rotary switch on the screen. Fully functional and without damage, no bumps or dents
Metal
Vintage Italian Gilt Foliate & Crystal Double Candle Light Sconce Display
Located in Big Flats, NY
display shelf is flanked by electric candle lights and controlled with rotary switch, circa 1940
Metal
Pair of 1970s White Ceramic Fruit Basket Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
hardware. The light can be adjusted with the two-way rotary switch attached to the cord. This pair is an
Chrome
Pair of Mid-20th Century Red Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
two-way rotary switch attached to the cord. In addition, the lamps are paired with navy blue opaque
Brass
1940s Pair of Lightolier Frosted Glass Table Lamps in the Style of James Mont
By Lightolier, James Mont
Located in New York, NY
light, color, and movement. They are newly rewired with single bulb sockets and rotary switch cords
Brass
Metal and Brass Tripod Desk Lamp with Perforated Shade
By Stilnovo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
small droplets of light to shine through for a unique detail to the piece. The lamp has a rotary switch
Metal, Brass, Enamel
Beautiful Little 1950s Teak Table Lamp with a Colorful Plastic Shade
Located in München, DE
wood below. You can see in the last photo. One original brass ceramic E27 socket with rotary switch
Plastic, Teak
Pair of Large Original Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps with Movable Shade
Located in München, DE
original rotary switch on the foot. At one lamp a small piece broke off but it still works (photo 9) Fully
Metal, Brass
Midcentury British Cast Aluminium Industrial Light & Watts Bronze Tripod Tripod
By E.R. Watts & Son 1
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
tested, the lamp is controlled with a polished cast brass rotary switch mounted to one of the tripod legs
Aluminum, Bronze
Extraordinary Floor Lamp "Grip" by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for Flos
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos
Located in München, DE
directions and holds in every position. The rear handle is also the rotary switch for the lamp. 100
Metal
Mushroom Table Lamp by Laurel Lamp Company in Polished Chrome
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Stamford, CT
environment. This lamp has been rewired and retains its original porcelain socket and rotary switch, all
Chrome
Very Rare Five-Armed Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason for Mazzega
By Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in München, DE
plugged into the sockets. Three-stage rotary switch on the lower metal frame. Turning to the right turns
Marble, Metal
1930s Art Noveau Czechoslovakian Colored Glass and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
rotary on off switch.
Brass
Sold|$450
Super Fun Space Age Table Lamp
By Lightolier
Located in Amarillo, TX
", 19.5" and 24" Rotary dimmer switch in tallest cylinder. Shown with 6" lightbulbs.
Steel
Sold|$3,400
Gourd Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
. Wired to US standards with rotary dimmer switch, braided cloth cord. Shade not included.
Nickel
Pair Gerald Thurston For Lightolier Brass & Walnut Desk Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
diffusers are held in place by three brass capped pins. Rotary on/off switch is the tip of the conical
Brass
Sold|$1,480
Italian Space Age Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
original with soft, white matte finish; extra long 17 foot cord; rotary line switch; and 11 inch diameter
Plastic, Acrylic
Sold|$1,480
Italian Space Age Wall Sconce
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp. All original with soft, white matte finish; extra long 17 foot cord; rotary line switch; and 11
Plastic, Acrylic
Curtis Jere Illuminated Kinetic Floor Lamp in Chrome and Brass
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Astoria, NY
, requires a single bulb; includes rotary on-off light switch to cord. Very good condition, consistent with
Brass, Chrome
Sold|$850
Postmodern Resin Shade Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.5" width x 6.5" depth x 15.25" height Condition Good vintage condition. Original wiring with rotary
Metal
Alba Floor Lamp by Brazzoli & Lampa for Harvey Guzzini
By Ermanno Lampa, Sandro Brazzoli, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
switch offers rotary dimmer control. Original Harvey Guzzini, Model 4510 labels intact. The lamp has
Iron
Sold|$2,400 / set
1970s Lucite Desk Lamps by Peter Hamburger, Pair
By Peter Hamburger, George Kovacs
Located in New York, NY
double sockets and rotary cord switches. Dimensions: 13 in. height 14 in. width 12 in. depth.
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Swiveling Brass Pharmacy Lamps by Cedric Hartman
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Danville, CA
also angle adjustable. Medium base incandescent light source with elegant Lucite disc-form rotary
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Wrought Iron Table Lamp in the Style of Paul Kiss
By Paul Kiss
Located in New York, NY
double sockets that can be turned on with metal pull strings. There's also a rotary cord switch to
Wrought Iron
Vintage Regency Frederick Cooper Faux Bamboo Brass Tray Side Table Floor Lamp
By Frederick Cooper
Located in Secaucus, NJ
bedroom. Specification: Number of light sockets: One Switch type: Rotary 3-way Power source
Brass
George Hansen Lucite Floor lamp Metalarte 1970s Spain
By Metalarte Spain
Located in Den Haag, NL
brass and plexiglass column, multiple rotary switch assembly for 1, 2 or 3 bulbs. Very good condition
Acrylic
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Table Lamps, 1950s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two vintage tall table lamps with all-brass base and rotary switch. The lamps was restored
Brass
Modeline of California "White Wave" Enameled Table Lamp with White Frosted Globe
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
curved warm white foam lacquered wood base with 10D white frosted globe. With rotary switch. Mod
Metal
Pair of George Hansen Floor Lamps for Metalarte, Spain
By George W. Hansen, Metalarte
Located in Barcelona, ES
brass and plexiglass column, multiple rotary switch beneath diffuser assembly for 1, 2 or 3 bulbs
Chrome
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.
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