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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 Table Lamp Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950/60's
Mid Century Table Lamp Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950/60's

Mid Century Table Lamp Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950/60's

$595

Mid Century Table Lamp Designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier 1950/60's

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Mid Century table lamp, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier, circa 1950/60's. The lamp features an oblong walnut body with brass spacer tubes, mounted on a black disk f...

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

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Metal

Mod Space Age Mushroom Lamp by Gdrald Thurston for Lightolier c. 1970's
Mod Space Age Mushroom Lamp by Gdrald Thurston for Lightolier c. 1970's

Mod Space Age Mushroom Lamp by Gdrald Thurston for Lightolier c. 1970's

$400

Mod Space Age Mushroom Lamp by Gdrald Thurston for Lightolier c. 1970's

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Mod -Mid Century design mushroom lamp table lamp, designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier circa 1970's. The lamp features a graphic black and white color scheme, which acce...

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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Plastic

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern 1950s Tripod Table Lamp in Walnut & Brass
Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern 1950s Tripod Table Lamp in Walnut & Brass

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern 1950s Tripod Table Lamp in Walnut & Brass

$4,800

Gerald Thurston Mid-Century Modern 1950s Tripod Table Lamp in Walnut & Brass

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very nice early example of this lamp in brass, walnut & off white enameled shades. Very hard to find lamp. Fully working in very good condition.

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

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

Space Age Orange 1960s Japanese Desk Task Lamp by Lightolier
Space Age Orange 1960s Japanese Desk Task Lamp by Lightolier

Space Age Orange 1960s Japanese Desk Task Lamp by Lightolier

$350

Space Age Orange 1960s Japanese Desk Task Lamp by Lightolier

By Lightolier

Located in San Diego, CA

A 1960s orange and chrome desk or task lamp by Lightolier. Produced in Japan. The height is adjustable.

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1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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

$770Sale Price|30% Off

Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

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

$2,942

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

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in München, BY

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

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

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston, 1950s
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston, 1950s

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston, 1950s

$3,850 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps by Gerald Thurston, 1950s

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Camden, ME

This exceptional matched pair of Mid-Century Modern table lamps was designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier during the 1950s. Characterized by Thurston’s signature balance of arch...

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

Materials

Brass

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

Gerald Thurston Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier, Brass & Walnut
Gerald Thurston Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier, Brass & Walnut

Gerald Thurston Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier, Brass & Walnut

$1,275Sale Price|20% Off

Gerald Thurston Tripod Table Lamp for Lightolier, Brass & Walnut

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Littleton, CO

Elegant and sculptural, this rare tripod table lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier embodies the refined sophistication of the best 1950s–60s American modern design. Its patinated ...

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

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Brass

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gerald Thurston "Fin" Porcelain Table Lamp by Lightolier Dimensions: 35in H x 8in W x 8in D Lamp Shade: 12H x 18W

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

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 ...

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

Materials

Brass

Gerald Thurston Polished Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base, 1950
Gerald Thurston Polished Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base, 1950

Gerald Thurston Polished Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base, 1950

$4,700

Gerald Thurston Polished Brass Table Lamp with Marble Base, 1950

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 Table or Desk Lamp for Lightolier in Brass Metal & Acrylic 1950s
Gerald Thurston Table or Desk Lamp for Lightolier in Brass Metal & Acrylic 1950s

Gerald Thurston Table or Desk Lamp for Lightolier in Brass Metal & Acrylic 1950s

$1,650

Gerald Thurston Table or Desk Lamp for Lightolier in Brass Metal & Acrylic 1950s

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Troy, MI

Table or desk lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier USA circa 1950's Articulated saucer shade in enameled aluminum with acrylic canopy Supported by a brass angled arm and...

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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Aluminum, Brass, Enamel

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

Materials: Walnut Wood, Polished Brass, New Linen Shade, Enameled Metal ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Lightolier Lytegem off White Task Lamp
Lightolier Lytegem off White Task Lamp

Lightolier Lytegem off White Task Lamp

$650

Lightolier Lytegem off White Task Lamp

By Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in New York, NY

Lytegem lamp in off-white with spherical metal shade, cube base and chrome arm. Designed by Michael Lax for Lightolier. USA, circa 1990. Named by the late Industrial designer Jay Doblin as one of the 20th century's 100 great product designs. The Lytegem emits localized light for reading and other tasks. Features a telescoping neck that adjusts from 6.5 inches to 15 inches; lamp head that swivels 360°. Anchored by a cube base. Light intensity can be changed from low to high...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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...

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Mid-20th Century American Space Age 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 Lightolier, Michael Lax

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

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Iron

Vintage table lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, 1970s
Vintage table lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, 1970s

Vintage table lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, 1970s

$582

Vintage table lamp by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier, 1970s

By Lightolier, Angelo Lelii

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Space age table lamp designed by Angelo Lelli for Lightolier feautiring a white metal tube and a fine chromed base. The lamp can be adjusted in many ways. tested and ready for use ...

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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of MidCentury desk lamps
Pair of MidCentury desk lamps

Pair of MidCentury desk lamps

$1,800 / set

Pair of MidCentury desk lamps

By Lightolier

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1940, We offer this pair of MidCentury lamps. made in iron, brass details. Working.

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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

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

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

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Triple Gourd-Form Table Lamp
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Triple Gourd-Form Table Lamp

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Triple Gourd-Form Table Lamp

$1,800Sale Price|28% Off

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Triple Gourd-Form Table Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Stunning Lightolier table lamp in white satin glazed ceramic stacked spherical bodies. Each segment separated by a brass ring spacer. Base is a brass plate. The three socket lighting...

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1950s American Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Stamford, CT

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Brass

Two Color Parabolic Fin Ceramic Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston c.1950s
Two Color Parabolic Fin Ceramic Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston c.1950s

Two Color Parabolic Fin Ceramic Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston c.1950s

$1,200

Two Color Parabolic Fin Ceramic Lightolier Table Lamp by Gerald Thurston c.1950s

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Oakland, CA

Parabolic ceramic "Fin" two color table lamp designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. The lamp is complimented with brass and aluminum accents. The two color accents are a black /...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

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 Lightolier, Michael Lax

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

Vintage Lightolier Lytegem Desk Lamp Designed by Michael Lax Mid Century
Vintage Lightolier Lytegem Desk Lamp Designed by Michael Lax Mid Century

Vintage Lightolier Lytegem Desk Lamp Designed by Michael Lax Mid Century

$495

Vintage Lightolier Lytegem Desk Lamp Designed by Michael Lax Mid Century

By Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage Lightolier Lytegem desk lamp designed by Michael Lax in the 1960s with a telescoping chrome arm and a black cube b...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Gerald Thurston Brass Desk Lamp for Lightolier
Mid-Century Modern Gerald Thurston Brass Desk Lamp for Lightolier

Mid-Century Modern Gerald Thurston Brass Desk Lamp for Lightolier

$1,250

Mid-Century Modern Gerald Thurston Brass Desk Lamp for Lightolier

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

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

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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

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1960s American Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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

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 Los Angeles, 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

Materials

Metal

Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp
Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp

Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp

$1,995

Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lightolier Mid Century Brass and Travertine Lamp This lamp measures: 17 wide x 17 deep x 32 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lig...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Robert Sonneman Sputnik Space Age Chrome Orb Table Lamp
Robert Sonneman Sputnik Space Age Chrome Orb Table Lamp

Robert Sonneman Sputnik Space Age Chrome Orb Table Lamp

$1,295

Robert Sonneman Sputnik Space Age Chrome Orb Table Lamp

By Lightolier, Robert Sonneman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Polished Chrome, Glass Light Bulbs ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

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Chrome

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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...

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

Materials

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Sculptural Porcelain & Brass Sputnik Table Lamp
Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Sculptural Porcelain & Brass Sputnik Table Lamp

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Sculptural Porcelain & Brass Sputnik Table Lamp

$1,400

Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Sculptural Porcelain & Brass Sputnik Table Lamp

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Monumental Mid Century Modern table lamp features tapered ribbed ceramic body, mounted on flat round brass base and topped with large brass ball with the stem; the original brass fin...

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Tripod Lamp! Gerald Thurston Lightolier Designer Atomic Decor
Mid Century Tripod Lamp! Gerald Thurston Lightolier Designer Atomic Decor

Mid Century Tripod Lamp! Gerald Thurston Lightolier Designer Atomic Decor

$2,500

Mid Century Tripod Lamp! Gerald Thurston Lightolier Designer Atomic Decor

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Peoria, AZ

EXQUISITE! MID CENTURY MODERN LIGHTOLIER TRIPOD TABLE LAMP BRASS & LINEN BY GERALD THURSTON DIMENSIONS: Approximately 27" High x 18" Wide Offered is a simply fabulous mid cent...

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

Materials

Metal

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax
Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

$950 / set

Pair Mid-Century Modern Lightolier "Lytegem" Task Lamps by Michael Lax

By Michael Lax, Lightolier

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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

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...

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

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp
Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Modernist urn form table lamp with a heathered glaze pottery body, footed wood base and brass spacer. Brass stem with a three socket up light mechanism that was a Lightolier hallmark...

Category

1960s American Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

MCM Modernist Lightolier Adjustable Desk Table Task Lamp
MCM Modernist Lightolier Adjustable Desk Table Task Lamp

MCM Modernist Lightolier Adjustable Desk Table Task Lamp

$450

MCM Modernist Lightolier Adjustable Desk Table Task Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Desk Task lamp by Lightolier. Maker stamped Lightolier US and Japan Modernist design Lamp is adjustable Tested and working Includes a new bulb Please refer to the...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Baton Desk Lamp Michael Lax Lightolier Mid Century Modern
Baton Desk Lamp Michael Lax Lightolier Mid Century Modern

Baton Desk Lamp Michael Lax Lightolier Mid Century Modern

$630

Baton Desk Lamp Michael Lax Lightolier Mid Century Modern

By Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration, a vintage "Baton" desk lamp designed by Michael Lax for Lightolier, dating from approximately 1967. Features a minimalist, linear aesthetic with a chrome-pla...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

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...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

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

Materials

Metal

Lightolier Lyric high-intensity desk lamp Michael Lax Gerald Thurston MidCentury
Lightolier Lyric high-intensity desk lamp Michael Lax Gerald Thurston MidCentury

Lightolier Lyric high-intensity desk lamp Michael Lax Gerald Thurston MidCentury

$470

Lightolier Lyric high-intensity desk lamp Michael Lax Gerald Thurston MidCentury

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Michael Lax

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a vintage Lightolier Lyric high-intensity desk lamp. Designed in the late 1960s, it features a characteristic mid-century modern (MCM) aesthetic with a black...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

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 Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

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...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Lightolier Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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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