Over a century after his death, Thorvald Bindesbøll is remembered for his wonderfully artistic ceramic designs, smithed creations and imaginative lighting fixtures. The Danish architect, designer and artist brought a creative eye and meticulous hand to everything he made.
Born in Copenhagen, Bindesbøll’s early education was unconventional. His father, the famed architect Michael Gottlieb Bindesbøll, taught him at home. Growing up around his father’s students and colleagues, he was challenged to match them in intellect and artistic acuity.
In 1876, Bindesbøll graduated with an architecture degree from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Instead of just focusing on architecture, Bindesboll developed a love of art, with a special emphasis on ceramics.
He worked for a time at Frauens Levarefabrik and then for Johan Wallmann from 1883 to 1890. Throughout the remainder of the 19th century, Bindesbøll collaborated with craftspeople from diverse disciplines, including ceramicists, silversmiths and goldsmiths.
Bindesbøll spent a great deal of time designing silver works. The success of these designs led to factories producing inferior copies.
Bindesbøll died in 1908, leaving behind numerous design sketches and an eclectic body of work that continues to be prized by collectors today.
On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Thorvald Bindesboll decorative objects, lighting, serveware and more.
Thorvald Bindesbøll, Table Lamp
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Hammarö, SE
Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846–1908) stands among the most important pioneers of Danish decorative arts. Educated as an architect at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, he developed a ...
Brass
Danish Thorvald Bindesbøll High Art Nouveau Table Lamp 1890s Patinated Bronze
By Thorvald Bindesbøll, Tvermoes & Abrahamson
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare and high Art Nouveau table lamp designed in late 19th century by the Danish architect and designer Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846-1908). The lampfoot is made of patinated bronze wit...
Bronze
Rare Thorvald Bindesbøll, Denmark 1900's patinated solid bronze table lamp.
By Tvermoes & Abrahamson, Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in København K, 84
This rare Thorvald Bindesbøll table lamp, crafted in solid patinated bronze and designed for Tvermoes & Abrahamsen in Denmark in the early 1900s, is an exquisite example of Bindesbøl...
Bronze
Table Lamp by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in Long Island City, NY
Ceramic table lamp by Bitossi, Italy. Marked: B4/35 Italy. Existing wiring, we do not guaranty functionality, rewiring available upon request. The lamp base heigh 14"; diam -5.5". ...
Stoneware
Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Lovely period Austrian Art Nouveau bronze table lamp. This beautifully detailed, high quality Austrian bronze lamp has been newly wired and would w...
Bronze
Table Lamp, Patinated Bronze, Shade Not Included
Located in Madrid, ES
Patinated bronze lamp base. Screen not included Lamp stand in the shape of a candlestick formed by a pedestal with a triangular base with legs and a grooved shaft, finished with leav...
Bronze, Other
Table Lamp by Soholm
By Soholm Pottery
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp designed by Einar Johansen for Soholm Pottery, Denmark, circa 1970. Glazed stoneware. Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
Stoneware
French Art Nouveau Floral Foliage Table Lamp in Bronze
Located in Barcelona, ES
Beautiful cast bronze floral design Art Nouveau table lamp, France, 1930s. This exquisite table lamp features two flowers standing on a plant, one of them holds the light bulb. This ...
Bronze
Elegant Antique Table Lamp in Bronze, 1900
Located in Tilburg, NL
Elegant antique table lamp, late 19th century / early 20th century. Very decorative and elegant antique table lamp. Rich and classic in desig...
Bronze
$11,185
H 29.53 in Dm 23.63 in
Art Nouveau Lamp, Patinated Bronze and Stained Glass, Tiffany style, 1980's
By Louis Comfort Tiffany, Tiffany Studios
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
We are delighted to offer this stunning Art Nouveau style salon lamp, a faithful reinterpretation of the "Hanging Head Dragonfly Shade and Mosaic and Turtleback Base" model created by Tiffany Studios in 1906 and attributed to the renowned artist Clara Pierce Wolcott Driscoll (1861-1944). This artwork is notably displayed at the Art Institute of Chicago. This high-quality piece, made in the 1980s, stands out for its exceptional craftsmanship and high level of execution. It embodies both the refinement of the Art Nouveau style and the timeless elegance of Tiffany creations. Description of the Artwork: Bronze Base: The base of this lamp, made of bronze, is a work of art in itself. It follows the design of the original model, while being enhanced with artistic details that showcase the exceptional skill of the artisans. Nature-inspired motifs, characteristic of Art Nouveau, are finely crafted, with an elegant patina that gives the lamp a sculptural dimension. Base Covered in "Turtleback Shells" / Glass Tiles and Mosaic: The lamp's base features a combination of glass tiles and mosaics, creating a fascinating visual effect. The glass tiles, reminiscent of turtle shells, were used by Tiffany in their original creations, where light passes through the glass pieces to reveal a play of shadows and light embedded in a harmonious composition. The lighting effect is spectacular, especially when the lamp is lit, as the light diffused through the glass elements creates a warm and enchanting atmosphere. Dragonfly Stained Glass...
Metal, Brass, Bronze
Tom Corbin Solid Bronze Table Lamp
By Tom Corbin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Solid bronze table lamp, hand made by Tom Corbin, American, circa 2000s. It retains its warm original patina. Corbin's work was clearly influe...
Metal, Bronze
Art Nouveau Table Lamp by J. Caussé, Bronze & Glass, France, 1890
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Julien Caussé Bronze The signed bronze “The Thistle”, created around 1890 in Belle Epoque France, is an impressive work of art that embodies the artistic soph...
Bronze
amazing scandinavian table lamp
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Munich, DE
nice scandinavian table lamp with star decorations. simular to the famous asea 1271 model by hans bergström.
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Mid Century Table Lamp
By ASEA
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish Modern table lamp in brass and oak, attributed to ASEA. This elegant lamp combines the natural warmth of an oak base with the sleekness of brass accents, creating a timeless ...
Brass
Scandinavian Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A very sweet table lamp of the early 1950's. Aluminium interspersed with teak. Classic pleated shade. On/off button to stem. Can be used international...
Aluminum
Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamp by Thorvald Bindesbøll, C.1907.
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Valby, 84
Bronze Table Lamp by Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846–1908), Manufactured by F.W. Doberck & Søns Efterfølger, Copenhagen, ca. 1907 The lamp is made in cast bronze, the tapering fluted colu...
Bronze, Brass
Pair of Bindesbøll Art Nouveau Bronze Table Lamps
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Bindesbøll Art Nouveau bronze table lamps. Twisted column, chiseled details. Height 66 cm (column 40.5 cm). Sold as a pair. Thorvald Bindesbøll (July 21, 1846 in Copenhage...
Bronze
Sold
H 29.49 in Dm 9.26 in
Thorvald Bindesbøll, Patinated Bronze Table Lamp, Origin: Denmark, Circa 1890
By Thorvald Bindesbøll
Located in New York, NY
Thorvald Bindesbøll (1846 Copenhagen 1908), table lamp, patinated bronze, origin: Denmark, circa 1890 In our lamp, Bindesbøll's strong and marked ...
Bronze