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Postmodern Black Metal Wavy Squiggle Line Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Whimsical pair of postmodern metal squiggle line table lamps.
Category

1990s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Løvemose Organic Modern Stoneware Wavy Relief Table Lamp, 1960s
By Løvemose, Johannes Hansen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large softly curved Danish Mid-Century Modern stoneware table lamp by Løvemose. Manufactured by the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery

Large 'Dome Nomad' Blown Grey Wavy Glass Rechargeable Brass Table Lamp by Brokis
By Brokis, Chiaramonte & Marin
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Dome Nomad' Blown Grey Wavy Glass Rechargeable Brass Table Lamp by Brokis Handmade to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Small 'Dome Nomad' Blown Wavy Brown Glass Rechargeable Lamp in Copper for Brokis
By Brokis
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Dome Nomad' blown wavy brown glass rechargeable lamp in copper for Brokis Handmade to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Vintage Ceramic Table Lamp, France
Located in Chicago, IL
A 1970s French artisan-made ceramic table lamp that appears to be thrown by hand on a potter’s
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf

Table Lamp, Italy 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Table lamp with spherical blue tinted glass shade with white stripe decoration and horizontal
Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Table Lamp, Italy 20th Century
Table Lamp, Italy 20th Century
H 24.41 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
20th Century German Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century German Ceramic Table Lamp exudes a rustic charm that harkens back to a simpler
Category

20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

20th Century German Ceramic Table Lamp
20th Century German Ceramic Table Lamp
H 32.4 in W 15.2 in D 15.2 in
German Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp
Located in Vienna, AT
Lamp / table lamp, metal, glass. Metal construction with a curved lamp arm and a reliefed and wavy
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Zinc

German Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp
German Art Nouveau Brass Table Lamp
H 11.82 in W 6.7 in D 10.24 in
Pair of Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning pair of petite Murano glass lamps from Italy, 1940s. Beautiful blown glass bell shade with
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Table Lamp Black Clay
Located in ROUEN, FR
Mid-Century black clay table lamp, circa 1970. This clay lamp is a unique piece, dating back to
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Mid-Century Table Lamp Black Clay
Mid-Century Table Lamp Black Clay
H 13 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in
Duo Table Lamp by Atelier George
By Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Duo table lamp by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 11.5 x 22.5 cm stem length : 165 cm
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ellipse Table Lamp by Atelier George
By Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Ellipse table lamp by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: l 19 x H 16 cm Ellipse ø 22
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Table Lamp, attr. F. Fabbian, Italy 1970s
By F. Fabbian
Located in Greding, DE
Mushroom shaped table lamp made of wavy opaque glass with black mounts.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair of Faux Malachite Table Lamps by Frederick Cooper Lamp Co.
By Frederick Cooper
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous pair of faux malachite table lamps with black silk drum shades by Frederick Cooper Lamp Co
Category

Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Carved Oak Lion Table Lamps
Located in Lincoln, GB
glass flame shade. This 19th century pair of table lamps each features a lion sitting proudly on a grey
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Slate

19th Century Carved Oak Lion Table Lamps
19th Century Carved Oak Lion Table Lamps
H 30.71 in W 6.3 in D 11.03 in
Ceramic bubbly wavy floor or table lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Zaandam, NL
Absolutely stunning large table lamp or sometimes referred to as medium floor lamp by Kaiser
Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Bitossi Turquoise Green, Caramel Brown Ceramic Table Lamp
By Bitossi
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Colorful Mid-Century Modern Italian ceramic table lamp by Bitossi Ceramiche. Playful turquoise and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Pata De Elefante Small Table Lamp by Isabel Moncada
Located in Geneve, CH
Pata De Elefante Small Table Lamp by Isabel Moncada Dimensions: Ø 48.5 x H 74 cm. Materials: Turned
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Polystyrene, Fiberglass, Linen, Wood

Boho Chic Jar / Vase Converted Two Lights Table Lamp
Located in Plainview, NY
A stylish Boho Chic table lamp. The lamp is a vase or jar converted and has two lights installed
Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pata De Elefante Medium Table Lamp by Isabel Moncada
Located in Geneve, CH
Pata De Elefante Medium Table Lamp by Isabel Moncada Dimensions: Ø 53.5 x H 91 cm. Materials
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Fiberglass, Polystyrene, Wood

Set of 2 Duo Table Lamp by Atelier George
By Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 duo table lamp by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: Ø 11.5 x 22.5 cm stem length
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Set of 2 Ellipse Table Lamp by Atelier George
By Atelier George
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Ellipse table lamp by Atelier George One of a Kind Dimensions: L 19 x H 16 cm Ellipse
Category

2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair ceramic bubbly wavy floor or table lamp by Kaiser Leuchten, 1960s
By Kaiser Leuchten
Located in Zaandam, NL
Absolutely stunning pair of two large table lamps or sometimes referred to as medium floor lamps by
Category

Vintage 1960s German Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Textile, Wood

Organic Modern Medium Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE MEDIUM table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Textile, Wood

Pair of Table Lamps with Two Lights, France, circa 1970
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Pair of table lamps with two lights, Silvered metal, Two wavy sconces, Ring grip, With lampshade
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Piano or Table Lamp in Bronze & Blue Glass, 1920s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A beautifully crafted and detailed Table, Piano or Mantle Lamp. Distinct Art Nouveau styling. Its
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Space Age Aluminum Blue Glass Contemporary Table Lamp by Nusprodukt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The shape of things to Come 2 is a table or floor lamp inspired by the Space Age. Its sleek and
Category

2010s American Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Large Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp by Marcello Fantoni, Italy, 1958
By Marcello Fantoni
Located in New York City, NY
and wavy incisions, this stunning table lamp is a testament to Fantoni's sense of composition
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s French Earthenware Ceramic Glazed Table Lamp inc Original Geometric Shade
Located in London, GB
1970s French earthenware ceramic table lamp with its original unique shade. The lamp base is made
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wire

Pair of Etched Aubergine and Multi-Color Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Troy, MI
New pair of Murano glass table lamps features aubergine glass columns with etched abstract design
Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Transparent Table Lamp in Blown Murano Glass with Meanders, Italy, 1980s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Villaverla, IT
Transparent Table Lamp in Blown Murano Glass with Meanders, Italy, 1980s This precious Murano glass
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Cut Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Set of 2 Pata De Elefante Table Lamps by Isabel Moncada
Located in Geneve, CH
Set of 2 Pata De Elefante Table Lamps by Isabel Moncada Dimensions: Medium: Ø 53.5 x H 91 cm. Small
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Fiberglass, Polystyrene, Wood

Contemporary Handcrafted Table Lamp "Ophion" Lacquered Wood and Brass by Anaktae
By ANAKTAE
Located in Athens, GR
Handmade table lamp model "Ophion" in lacquered wood and solid brass base in a wavy free form
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Black Holmegaard Table Lamp 'Art Asymmetrical' by Michael Bang, Denmark, 1970s
By Michael Bang
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rare freeform black art glass table lamp designed by Michael Bang and manufactured by Holmegaard in
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Early 20th-century Famille Noire Chinese Cloisonne Yellow Dragon Table Lamps
By Lao Tian Li
Located in Grythyttan, SE
versatility as table lamps. The background, adorned with clouds, enhances the overall aesthetic, while the
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Italian mid-century modern ceramic table lamp by Ceramica del Ferlaro, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern ceramic table lamp by Ceramica del Ferlaro, 1960s Round base table lamp
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Outstanding and Probably Unique, Late 1930s Table Lamp by Ugo Zaccagnini
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Skanninge, SE
The best Zaccagnini ceramic lamp I have ever seen. The full signature means that this is hand
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Ugo Zaccagnini Incised Tribal Table Lamps in Brown & Cream, 1950s
By Ugo Zaccagnini
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Italian Modern Ugo Zaccagnini handcrafted sgraffito Art Pottery Table Lamps. Featuring deep brown
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Streamline Moderne Art Deco Chromed Metal Vintage Table Lamp 1930 Czech Republic
Located in Vienna, AT
Streamline Moderne vintage table lamp from chromed metal and wavy milk glass designed and
Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Streamlined Moderne Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large 'Dome Nomad' Handblown Smoke Grey Glass Rechargeable Table Lamp for Brokis
By Brokis, Chiaramonte & Marin
Located in Glendale, CA
Large 'Dome Nomad' Handblown Smoke Grey Glass Rechargeable Table Lamp for Brokis Handmade to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Luxurious Bronze and Marble Table Lamp with Beige Shade and Fringe, France 1960s
Located in Bastogne, BE
Beautiful and luxurious bronze and marble table lamp with beige shade and fringe, France, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Brass Palm Tree Table Lamp Hollywood Regency 1970s Art Deco #1 Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in London, GB
This rare 1970s brass plated palm tree table lamp in the art deco style, reminiscent of Maison
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

1970s Brass Palm Tree Table Lamp Hollywood Regency Art Deco #2 Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in London, GB
This rare 1970s brass plated palm tree table lamp in the art deco style, reminiscent of Maison
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

Pair of Wooden Carved Sitting Lion Table Lamps, circa 1880 with Empire Shades
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of large Belgian carved wood lions from the 1880s made into table lamps with their shade
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Table Lamp with Loetz Glass School of Josef Hoffmann circa 1907 Chased Brass
By Emanuel Josef Margold
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
have an impact in the world of design for a long time. This table lamp was probably designed by one of
Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Wave Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly made ceramic lamp in a wavy column form handmade from terracotta and white glaze. New natural
Category

2010s Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ceramic Wave Lamp
Ceramic Wave Lamp
H 15 in Dm 7 in
Large Ceramic Wave Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Newly made ceramic lamp in a wavy column-form handmade from terracotta and white glaze. New natural
Category

2010s Spanish Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Ceramic Wave Lamp
Large Ceramic Wave Lamp
H 18 in Dm 11.25 in
Abstract Murano Stacked Glass Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage abstract Murano glass lamp with stacked glass pieces wired all around to create a wavy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Wire

Abstract Murano Stacked Glass Lamp
Abstract Murano Stacked Glass Lamp
H 24.5 in W 10.5 in D 10 in
Petite Barovier Glass and Brass Lamp
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite Barovier glass lamp from Italy, 1940's. Beautiful ribbed glass bell shade with wavy rim
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Petite Barovier Glass and Brass Lamp
Petite Barovier Glass and Brass Lamp
H 8.5 in W 5.5 in D 4.5 in
Petite Barovier Glass and Brass Lamp
By Barovier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite Barovier glass lamp from Italy, 1940's. Striking blue ribbed glass bell shade with wavy rim
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century, French Gilt Bronze Buillotte Lamp
Located in IT
19th Century, French Gilt Bronze Buillotte Lamp This elegant table lamp model buillotte was made
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Lamps in Porcelain of Céladon and Bronze, circa 1880
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of celadon porcelain lamp, solid color. Gilded and chiseled bronze, the top of the frame
Category

Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Murano Glass Triangle-Shaped Lamps with 24-Carat Gold, 1980s
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
of Italian table lamps, entirely handcrafted in the Venetian island of Murano, circa 1980s. The stem
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Pair Of French 19th Century Louis XVI. St. Ormolu, Crystal And Enamel Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of French 19th century Louis XVI. st. ormolu, crystal and guilloche enamel lamps
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Ormolu

Small 'Dome Nomad' Blown Smoke Grey Glass Rechargeable Lamp in Black for Brokis
By Chiaramonte & Marin, Brokis
Located in Glendale, CA
Small 'Dome Nomad' blown smoke grey glass rechargeable lamp in black for Brokis. Handmade to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Classic Flambeau 5Arms White Murano Glass gold Details by Multiforme
By Multiforme
Located in Trebaseleghe, IT
, ceiling lamps, floor lamps, flambeau lamps, bedside lamps, table lamps and customised solutions. We can
Category

2010s Italian Other Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Acrilica 281 by Gianni & Joe Colombo for Oluce
By Oluce, Joe Colombo
Located in Vienna, AT
The Oluce Acrilica 281 is a table lamp, with a transparent, wavy diffuser fixed laterally on a
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Acrilica 281 by Gianni & Joe Colombo for Oluce
Acrilica 281 by Gianni & Joe Colombo for Oluce
H 9.45 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Sunset Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
Located in Geneve, CH
sheet, translucent glass sheet pink wavy effect, tufa stone, brass finishes. Like a sunset over the sea
Category

2010s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Sunset Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
Sunset Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
H 15.35 in W 15.35 in D 11.81 in
Tinharé Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
Located in Geneve, CH
inches Glass height 11.81 inches Total height 18.50 inches Materials: Translucent wavy rose glass
Category

2010s French Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Tinharé Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
Tinharé Light Sculpture by Marie Jeunet
H 18.5 in W 15.74 in D 13.77 in
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Wavy Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of wavy table lamps available for sale. Each of these unique wavy table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, metal and blown glass. Find 91 antique and vintage wavy table lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 53 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Wavy table lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of wavy table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco wavy table lamps are of considerable interest. Many wavy table lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Multiforme, Atelier George and Brokis produced popular wavy table lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Wavy Table Lamps?

Prices for wavy table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, wavy table lamps begin at $95 and can go as high as $72,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,900.

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 Wavy Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024


    A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

    You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

    Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.

    Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

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