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Lightolier Table Lamps

Founded in 1904 in New York and family-operated through most of its history, Lightolier was one of the pioneering American electric lighting companies, best known for its embrace of stylistic and technical innovations.

Collectors focus on vintage Lightolier lighting fixtures produced from the 1950s and into the 1970s, when an in-house design team led by Gerald Thurston — and a stellar cast of international design contributors — created an array of practical yet aesthetically lively table lamps, floor lamps, sconces and chandeliers.

Amidst the post-World War II building boom, Lightolier — the name combines “light” and “chandelier” — aggressively boosted its residential lighting division. Thurston, who was strongly influenced by the sleek designs of Gino Sarfatti and his Italian lighting firm Arteluce, towards simpler lamp designs that offered flexibility of function. His best-known designs include the Cricket task light — a lamp with an adjustable enameled metal hood that toggles on a slender bent-metal base — and the three-legged Tripod floor lamp. At the same time, Thurston had a wonderful eye for talent and sought work from some of the lesser-known greats of the era, such as Paavo Tynell, the Finnish lighting designer, who designed several brass chandeliers for Lightolier with his trademark elegant flamboyance.

And more, Thurston recognized abilities in designers not known for their work in lighting.

Edward Wormley, head of furniture design for Dunbar, produced several noteworthy chandeliers employing canisters and reflective hoods. Alvin Lustig was famed as a graphic designer. His ca. 1953 Ring ceiling fixture for Lightolier had a minimalist techno look some 30 years ahead of its time. But this was par. Designed by Michael Lax in 1964, the Lytegem high-intensity lamp — included in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art — features a ball-shaped shade attached with a chromed armature to a cubic base, a form that would be widely copied in the following decade. Chandeliers designed in the early 1970s by Gaetano Sciolari, with details such as acrylic diffusers and vertical, two-bulb arms, would define the look of lighting in their day.

A look through these pages reveals just how astonishingly wide a range of lighting pieces Lightolier produced. The company never flicked off its stylistic switch.

Find a collection of vintage Lightolier lamps and other lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Lightolier
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,100

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A striking mid-century modern table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, featuring its original molded white acrylic shade and rare perforated metal light diffuser. This ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Elegant Table Lamp or Desk Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier USA 1950s
Elegant Table Lamp or Desk Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier USA 1950s

Elegant Table Lamp or Desk Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier USA 1950s

$3,019

Elegant Table Lamp or Desk Light by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier USA 1950s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Munich, DE

Elegant Mid-Century Modern table lamp or desk light. Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, USA, 1950s. Executed in brass, aluminium, lucite and metal, the table lamp comes wit...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass, Metal

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Table Lamp Gerald Thurston 1954 "Profile"
Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Table Lamp Gerald Thurston 1954 "Profile"

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Table Lamp Gerald Thurston 1954 "Profile"

$1,496

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Tripod Table Lamp Gerald Thurston 1954 "Profile"

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Peoria, AZ

MAGNIFICENT! Lightolier Tripod Table Lamp Brass & Walnut Gerald Thurston Designer 1954 Here is a marvelous Mid Century Modern Icon! The 1954 Tripod Brass & Walnut Table ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Gerald Thurston Brass Crossed Sword Dual Shade Partners Desk Lamp, 1950's
Gerald Thurston Brass Crossed Sword Dual Shade Partners Desk Lamp, 1950's

Gerald Thurston Brass Crossed Sword Dual Shade Partners Desk Lamp, 1950's

$2,500

Gerald Thurston Brass Crossed Sword Dual Shade Partners Desk Lamp, 1950's

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier crossed swords desk lamp with brass rimmed Raffia Barrel Shades. Featuring dual arms in Brass, ball sockets, original adjusting dual Brass rimmed inte...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Midcentury Tri Pod Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C 1950s
Midcentury Tri Pod Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C 1950s

Midcentury Tri Pod Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C 1950s

$1,000

Midcentury Tri Pod Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C 1950s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Classic midcentury table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston, made by Lightolier, circa 1950s. The lamp has a three leg, tripod form base of black rods, which support interior diffusers...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

1960s Michael Lax Lightolier Lytegem Telescoping Desk Lamp
1960s Michael Lax Lightolier Lytegem Telescoping Desk Lamp

1960s Michael Lax Lightolier Lytegem Telescoping Desk Lamp

$370

1960s Michael Lax Lightolier Lytegem Telescoping Desk Lamp

By Michael Lax, Lightolier

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage Lytegem desk telescoping task lamp designed by Michael Lax for Lightolier. USA circa the 1960s. White base and white shade. Two light intensity mod...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Chrome

1950s Gerald Thurston Table Lamp, Lightolier, USA
1950s Gerald Thurston Table Lamp, Lightolier, USA

1950s Gerald Thurston Table Lamp, Lightolier, USA

$1,495Sale Price|25% Off

1950s Gerald Thurston Table Lamp, Lightolier, USA

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Elegant table lamp made of walnut, brass with plastic shade. By Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Marked.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Floor / Table Lamps by Lightolier Mood & Accent Lighting 1965
Mid-Century Modern Floor / Table Lamps by Lightolier Mood & Accent Lighting 1965

Mid-Century Modern Floor / Table Lamps by Lightolier Mood & Accent Lighting 1965

$795 / set

Mid-Century Modern Floor / Table Lamps by Lightolier Mood & Accent Lighting 1965

By Lightolier

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Great pair of Lightolier accent lamps to be placed on the floor or low tables to create mood backdrop lighting. Canisters could use a paint job, age related wear. Wiring is sound. Ca...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Expertly Restored - Wiring in Working Condition, Shows Minor Wear From Age
Expertly Restored - Wiring in Working Condition, Shows Minor Wear From Age

Expertly Restored - Wiring in Working Condition, Shows Minor Wear From Age

$1,295

Expertly Restored - Wiring in Working Condition, Shows Minor Wear From Age

By Robert Sonneman, Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Chrome

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp
Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp

$1,500

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Toledo, OH

Iconic mid-century modern tripod table lamp by George Thurston for Lightolier from the 1950's. The lamp features 3 original sockets with a turn switch, 3 brass and walnut legs, and t...

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

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Brass

MCM Accent Desk Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
MCM Accent Desk Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

MCM Accent Desk Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,595

MCM Accent Desk Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A mid century desk lamp by Lightolier designed by Gerald Thurston. The flying saucer model features a brass body and an articulated arm that allows for added height and directional...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century 3-Tier Orb Table Lamps by Lightolier
Mid-Century 3-Tier Orb Table Lamps by Lightolier

Mid-Century 3-Tier Orb Table Lamps by Lightolier

$2,500 / set

Mid-Century 3-Tier Orb Table Lamps by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century 3-Tier Orb Table Lamps by Lightolier

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

20th Century American Polished Brass Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston
20th Century American Polished Brass Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

20th Century American Polished Brass Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

$4,700

20th Century American Polished Brass Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A tall, vintage Mid-Century Modern American table lamp made of hand crafted polished brass, designed by Gerald Thurston and produced by Lightolier, in good condition. The desk light is composed with a round white-yellow linen shade and an acrylic diffuser, what blockes slightly the light of the three-way light socket. The lamp is supported by a colorful, faceted marble base. The wires have been renewed. Wear consistent with age and use, circa 1950, United States. Base: 1.25" H x 7.25" W x 7.25" D. Shade: 7.25" H x 17" diameter. Gerald Thurston was an American designer and artist, born in 1914, United States, the date and place of death are unknown. He was one of the most innovative, ingenious lighting designers of the postwar time period. Thurston is know for his elegant forms and sleek materials. He designed, worked many years with the lighting manufacture Lightolier. Thurston's personal life and professional training remains lost in history. Lightolier is an American lighting manufacturer, founded in 1904 by Bernhard Blitzer. Their original name was the New York Gas and Appliance Co. Since the beginning the specialized in creating decorative chandeliers before shifting to high-end design, production in the late 1920s. Lightolier introduced the first track lighting...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Marble, Metal, Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Taupe "Cricket" Desk Lamp, Circa 1955
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Taupe "Cricket" Desk Lamp, Circa 1955

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Taupe "Cricket" Desk Lamp, Circa 1955

$3,300

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Taupe "Cricket" Desk Lamp, Circa 1955

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Original Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Dark Camel "Cricket" Table Lamp, Wall Lamp. Featuring the adjustable perforated dome Bakelite Shade in a natural, earthen coloration (Pantone ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass, Steel

Bauhaus Gerald Thurston Art Deco Saucer Swing Arm Lamp! Lightolier Blue MCM 40s
Bauhaus Gerald Thurston Art Deco Saucer Swing Arm Lamp! Lightolier Blue MCM 40s

Bauhaus Gerald Thurston Art Deco Saucer Swing Arm Lamp! Lightolier Blue MCM 40s

$3,500

Bauhaus Gerald Thurston Art Deco Saucer Swing Arm Lamp! Lightolier Blue MCM 40s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Peoria, AZ

MONUMENTAL! GERALD THURSTON FOR LIGHTOLIER! EARLIEST THURSTON SAUCER LAMP! The Rarest Thurston Design! Steel, metal and enamel Incredibly Durable Construction! Circa 1941 APPRO...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Rare Pair of Black & Nickel Lightolier Space Age Desk Lamps Made in Japan
Rare Pair of Black & Nickel Lightolier Space Age Desk Lamps Made in Japan

Rare Pair of Black & Nickel Lightolier Space Age Desk Lamps Made in Japan

$500 / set

Rare Pair of Black & Nickel Lightolier Space Age Desk Lamps Made in Japan

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Made in Japan in the 1980s, these lamps were probably designed by Gerald Thurston, who came up with many succcessful designs for Lightolier. They provide a fun look with their black ...

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1960s Japanese Space Age Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Nickel

Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier
Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier

Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier

$1,895

Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Gerald Thurston Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier
Gerald Thurston Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

Gerald Thurston Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

$970

Gerald Thurston Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Iconic mid century 1950s tripod table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston and made by high quality manufacturer, Lightolier. This lamp has a perforated white enameled metal diffuser con...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Pr. Mid Century Table Lamps designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier c 1950/60
Pr. Mid Century Table Lamps designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier c 1950/60

Pr. Mid Century Table Lamps designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier c 1950/60

$795 / set

Pr. Mid Century Table Lamps designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier c 1950/60

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Chic pair of late 1950's - early 60's table lamps, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. The lamps feature ceramic tapering conical bodies having a raised relief diamond quilt...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Thurston for Lightolier Table Lamp
Thurston for Lightolier Table Lamp

Thurston for Lightolier Table Lamp

$675

Thurston for Lightolier Table Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Classic Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Mid-Century Modern table lamp. Brass colored metal with faux wood insert trim, on teardrop form base. Wo...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Pr Mid Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Pr Mid Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Pr Mid Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pr Mid Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Incredible pair of Mid Century, Hollywood Regency table lamps designed by Gerald Thurston, for Lightolier circa 1950/1960's. This rare form is referred to as Floriform, this pair is ...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Rare Space Age Lightolier Desk Table Lamp
Rare Space Age Lightolier Desk Table Lamp

Rare Space Age Lightolier Desk Table Lamp

$220Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Space Age Lightolier Desk Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in San Diego, CA

Adjustable desk table desk lamp made in Japan with rotating shade and goes up and down, in perfect working condition. The plastic has been polished looks great the chrome pole shows ...

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20th Century Space Age Lightolier Table Lamps

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Chrome

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Style All Brass Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Style All Brass Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Style All Brass Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade

$1,250

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Style All Brass Desk Lamp with Adjustable Shade

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Bainbridge, NY

American Mid-Century Modern Gerald Thurston for Lightolier style brass desk lamp. Featuring a sturdy Brass plated tubular stem, round balanced, weighted 6D base, turn switch to base, adjusting Black enameled interior Brass shade head (8.25 W x 3W) extending to 10W with Cast Iron handle...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier "Studio Porcelains" Dark Gray Table Lamp, 1950's
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier "Studio Porcelains" Dark Gray Table Lamp, 1950's

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier "Studio Porcelains" Dark Gray Table Lamp, 1950's

$1,750

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier "Studio Porcelains" Dark Gray Table Lamp, 1950's

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Substantial Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Charcoal Gray "Studio Porcelains" Pleated Table Lamp. Featuring a large fluted Gun Metal Porcelain body, Brass stem, original White enameled triple sockets on beveled Brass base. Original pleated tapered...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

G. Thurston Porcelain Three-Tiered Table Lamp, Lightolier, 1950s, USA
G. Thurston Porcelain Three-Tiered Table Lamp, Lightolier, 1950s, USA

G. Thurston Porcelain Three-Tiered Table Lamp, Lightolier, 1950s, USA

$995Sale Price|60% Off

G. Thurston Porcelain Three-Tiered Table Lamp, Lightolier, 1950s, USA

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Huge in size and presence but elegant and refined with its prime quality dark brown porcelain bowl, brass hardware and accent. Measure 41 inches high to finial tips. Three regular ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Baton High Intensity Desk Table Wall Lamp
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Baton High Intensity Desk Table Wall Lamp

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Baton High Intensity Desk Table Wall Lamp

$416Sale Price|30% Off

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Baton High Intensity Desk Table Wall Lamp

By Michael Lax, Lightolier

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome vintage Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Baton high intensity desk, table, or wall lamp. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are minor scratches on the lamp base and hood. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s. In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary! -Aaron Rose. This is definitely an Extraordinary vintage Mid-Century Modern Baton high intensity desk table lamp by Lightolier. Many say the Baton lamp was designed by Michael Lax and although we know it was designed in the era Michael Lax designed...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp
Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp

Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp

$665Sale Price|30% Off

Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very clean mid-century Venetia Italian glass lamp manufactured by Lightolier. From the 1950s, this example is in very good condition. The glass has no chips or cracks and t...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Tall Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Radiating Brass & Walnut Table Lamp
Tall Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Radiating Brass & Walnut Table Lamp

Tall Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Radiating Brass & Walnut Table Lamp

$2,200

Tall Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Radiating Brass & Walnut Table Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 3' H flared and incised brass and walnut table lamp, circa 1960. Featuring a radiating vertically lined antique bronzed finish top and partial stem wit...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Rare Mid Century Modern Lightolier Fiberglass Desk Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s
Rare Mid Century Modern Lightolier Fiberglass Desk Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s

Rare Mid Century Modern Lightolier Fiberglass Desk Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Rare Mid Century Modern Lightolier Fiberglass Desk Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Peoria, AZ

RARE & FABULOUS! MID CENTURY MODERN GERALD THURSTON FIBERGLASS SHADE MINIMALIST DESK LAMP! CONICAL DESIGN! CIRCA 1957 WHITE DIMENSIONS: APPROXIMATELY 22" TALL by 10" WIDE Thi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp

$575

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Elegant and chic, quilted ceramic body with brass base and top. Excellent overall condition, slight bruise on brass base, as shown. Base accepts three bulbs to provide ample light. S...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Slender Black Table Lamp with Brass details
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Slender Black Table Lamp with Brass details

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Slender Black Table Lamp with Brass details

$1,500

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Slender Black Table Lamp with Brass details

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Tommi Parzinger

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tall Gerald Thurston attributed Lightolier black enameled table lamp Featuring a slender all black enameled elongated metal hourglass stem, elevated above a round 7.5D Black enameled balanced base supported by a weighted Cast Iron underside. With lacquered Brass accents throughout. Original triple Ceramic sockets and finial. 23H to top of socket. Black Mesh Lamp...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass, Iron

Pair Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax
Pair Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

Pair Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

$950 / set

Pair Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

By Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in Fulton, CA

A pair of Lightolier "Lytegem" articulating task lamps attributed to Michael lax. Telescoping can extends from 7 inches high to 15.5 inches high. Cans also tilts right of left, up or...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

1980s Black Lightolier Desk Lamp
1980s Black Lightolier Desk Lamp

1980s Black Lightolier Desk Lamp

$150

1980s Black Lightolier Desk Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in San Gabriel, CA

1980s black Lightolier desk lamp. Extremely heavy base. Some scratches and scuffs from age. The tension arm makes the lamp adjustable to many configura...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Enameled Metal and Brass Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Vintage Enameled Metal and Brass Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Vintage Enameled Metal and Brass Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,400

Vintage Enameled Metal and Brass Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier table/desk lamp with oversized, fully adjustable shade (ca. 1950s, USA). Black enameled metal and plexi hood with brass stem/accents and original, plas...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass, Enamel

Michael Lax Lytegem Telescoping Task Lamp for Lightolier, c.1965
Michael Lax Lytegem Telescoping Task Lamp for Lightolier, c.1965

Michael Lax Lytegem Telescoping Task Lamp for Lightolier, c.1965

$650 / item

Michael Lax Lytegem Telescoping Task Lamp for Lightolier, c.1965

By Michael Lax, Lightolier

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Michael Lax Lytegem Telescoping Task Lamp for Lightolier, c.1965. A very fine vintage example. Retains the original box.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier
Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier

Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier

$2,800 / set

Gerald Thurston Parabolic Fin Sculptural Ceramic Lamps by Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural Pair of "Parabolic Fin" Model Ceramic Lamps, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, American, circa 1950s. They have been rewired and are ready to use. One lamp has a...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Accent Table Lamp in Gloss Black & Polished Brass
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Accent Table Lamp in Gloss Black & Polished Brass

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Accent Table Lamp in Gloss Black & Polished Brass

$1,800

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Accent Table Lamp in Gloss Black & Polished Brass

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Stamford, CT

Over the last century, lighting design has experienced a remarkable transformation. Today’s designers continue to explore bold new forms and materials, but the spirit of this innovat...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Lightolier Gooseneck Desk Reading Lamp
Lightolier Gooseneck Desk Reading Lamp

Lightolier Gooseneck Desk Reading Lamp

$650

Lightolier Gooseneck Desk Reading Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Adjustable desk, reading lamp. Classic Post Modern design in the Italian School.

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1970s American Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored - Gerald Thurston Sculpted Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier
Expertly Restored - Gerald Thurston Sculpted Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

Expertly Restored - Gerald Thurston Sculpted Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

$2,250

Expertly Restored - Gerald Thurston Sculpted Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,800 / set

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of pristine vintage Lumilon table lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Original one-piece shade-diffusers. UL listed.

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Impeccable Extendable Arm Lumilux Study Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Impeccable Extendable Arm Lumilux Study Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Impeccable Extendable Arm Lumilux Study Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,200

Impeccable Extendable Arm Lumilux Study Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Impeccable extendable arm Lumilux study lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Brushed brass base with original one-piece molded shade-diffuser in excellen...

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Space Age Mid Century Saucer Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1970s
Space Age Mid Century Saucer Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1970s

Space Age Mid Century Saucer Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1970s

$395

Space Age Mid Century Saucer Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1970s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century, Space Age designed by Gerald Thurston, for Lightolier circa 1970's. The lamp features a saucer shaped dome shade of white plastic, mounted on a tapering pole ver...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp
1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp

1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp

$1,200

1970's Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Black Lacquered Table / Desk Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Gerald Thurston for lightolier basic concept table lamp with black lacquered steel base and lamp stem, white acrylic drum shade and plastic diffuser unde...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair or Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Pair or Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Pair or Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$3,295 / set

Pair or Mid Century Modern Tripod Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular pair of Mid Century Modern Sculptural tripod table lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier C1955. In amazing original condition with the original shades. Brass is still l...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Sheet Metal

Gerald Thurston Taupe Enamel & Brass Double Cone Desk Lamp, Circa 1960
Gerald Thurston Taupe Enamel & Brass Double Cone Desk Lamp, Circa 1960

Gerald Thurston Taupe Enamel & Brass Double Cone Desk Lamp, Circa 1960

$2,200

Gerald Thurston Taupe Enamel & Brass Double Cone Desk Lamp, Circa 1960

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier adjustable Dual Shade Desk Lamp with Taupe Shades. Featuring light toned enameled metal cone Shades, rolled edges, Off White interior, long adjustable...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Lightolier Elegant Modern Brass Tripod Base Table Lamp
Lightolier Elegant Modern Brass Tripod Base Table Lamp

Lightolier Elegant Modern Brass Tripod Base Table Lamp

$1,560Sale Price|20% Off

Lightolier Elegant Modern Brass Tripod Base Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Simple and elegant brass tripod based table lamp by Lightolier. White porcelain dual sockets with white metal disc housing. Sold with drum shade...

Category

1950s American Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Metal

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Bisque Pottery & Eliptical Black Gloss Table Lamp
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Bisque Pottery & Eliptical Black Gloss Table Lamp

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Bisque Pottery & Eliptical Black Gloss Table Lamp

$2,500

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Bisque Pottery & Eliptical Black Gloss Table Lamp

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Incised Black & Off White Table Ceramic Lamp. Featuring curved hourglass, pitcher form, matte Off White Bisque (5.5D) body, Black glazed oviform decora...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

1955 Gerald Thurston Midcentury Tripod Table Lamp Pair for Lightolier
1955 Gerald Thurston Midcentury Tripod Table Lamp Pair for Lightolier

1955 Gerald Thurston Midcentury Tripod Table Lamp Pair for Lightolier

$3,150 / set

1955 Gerald Thurston Midcentury Tripod Table Lamp Pair for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1955 Gerald Thurston Midcentury Tripod Table Lamp Pair for Lightolier Space Age Atomic Midcentury Modern Unmarked 26.5 h x 23.25 Tripod base 12 diameter Preowned original vintage con...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

$1,200

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Stylish architectural table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston. The lamp has a white ribbed conical base with a brass decorative ball shaft. The lamp accepts three standard size screw ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Gerald Thurston Canister Reflector Lamp for Lightolier
Gerald Thurston Canister Reflector Lamp for Lightolier

Gerald Thurston Canister Reflector Lamp for Lightolier

$900

Gerald Thurston Canister Reflector Lamp for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Denton, TX

Aluminum cylinder with black metal base and pleated interior by Gerald Thurston. Best used as a floor up light to create a moody ambiance or to highlight a architechual element in th...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

1950's Gerald Thurston Lightolier Tripod Lamp
1950's Gerald Thurston Lightolier Tripod Lamp

1950's Gerald Thurston Lightolier Tripod Lamp

$1,150

1950's Gerald Thurston Lightolier Tripod Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Beautiful Chocolate Brown over Brass Tripod lamp designed by Gerald Thurston & produced by Lightolier. The shade has been custom made as the original was too far gone.

Category

1950s Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ceramic Lamps by Thurston
Pair of Ceramic Lamps by Thurston

Pair of Ceramic Lamps by Thurston

$3,200 / set

Pair of Ceramic Lamps by Thurston

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

Very stylish and sophisticated pair of ceramic lamps, designed by Gerald Thurston, for Lightolier. The ceramic body has an Aztec influence motif, each mounted on a solid wood plinth ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Mid Century Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston
Mid Century Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

Mid Century Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

$950

Mid Century Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Mid century Hourglass lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier with Lucite base, ceramic body and brass fittings. New 3 way brass socket and w...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Venetia Table Lamps by Lightolier, Light Blue and White Striped Glass
Pair of Venetia Table Lamps by Lightolier, Light Blue and White Striped Glass

Pair of Venetia Table Lamps by Lightolier, Light Blue and White Striped Glass

$2,450 / set

Pair of Venetia Table Lamps by Lightolier, Light Blue and White Striped Glass

By Lightolier

Located in Kansas City, MO

Pair of "Venetia" table lamps by Lightolier. Striped with custom shades matching the originals. Glass is mint. The brass bases show signs of light wear with one having a small dent t...

Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60's
Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60's

Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60's

$695

Atomic Mid Century Table Lamp by Lightolier att. to Thurston c. 1950/ 60's

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

Architectural Mid Century, Atomic, Space Age jack form table lamp, by Lightolier, design attributed to Gerald Thurston. The lamp features a tripod base of elegant sculptural brass le...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier
Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

$1,800 / set

Pair of Pristine Vintage Lumilon Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of pristine vintage Lumilon table lamps by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Original one-piece shade-diffusers. UL listed.

Category

1960s American Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1960s Swivel Table Lamps by Lightolier
1960s Swivel Table Lamps by Lightolier

1960s Swivel Table Lamps by Lightolier

$1,500 / set

1960s Swivel Table Lamps by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

1960s modern swivel spot table lamps by Lightolier.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Gerald Thurston, Teak, Brass, Plastic, Table Lamp, USA, 1960s
Gerald Thurston, Teak, Brass, Plastic, Table Lamp, USA, 1960s

Gerald Thurston, Teak, Brass, Plastic, Table Lamp, USA, 1960s

$1,300

Gerald Thurston, Teak, Brass, Plastic, Table Lamp, USA, 1960s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Manhasset, NY

Gerald Thurston, American Mid-Century Modern, Teak, Brass, Plastic, Table Lamp, USA, 1950s A model WM-6198 teak, brass, and plastic table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lighto...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lightolier
Lightolier

Lightolier

$350

Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in Ferndale, MI

Space age lamp made in Japan for Lightolier. Weighted steel base supports chrome shaft holding adjustable plastic shade.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Lightolier table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

Lightolier table lamps are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Lightolier table lamps, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original table lamps by Lightolier were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider table lamps by Gerald Thurston, Frederick Cooper, and Chapman Manufacturing Company. Prices for Lightolier table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $7,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,895.

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Questions About Lightolier Table Lamps
  • What is a Lightolier lamp?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lightolier was founded in 1904 by Bernhard Blitzer and the name is a combination of the words “light” and “chandelier.” Lightolier specializes in elaborate and decorative chandeliers, but they also produce a style of lamps that combine functionality with a lively aesthetic. Browse a collection of Lightolier lamps on 1stDibs.
  • Is Lightolier still in business?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Lightolier is still in business. Founded in 1904 and made popular by its electric lighting designs, Lightolier, a contraction of the words light and chandelier, can still be found in stores today. You can also shop Lightolier goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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