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Louis Kalff 'Timor' Table Lamp, 1960s
By Louis Kalff
Located in Tilburg, NL
Louis Kalff 'Timor' table lamp. The Netherlands, 1960s. Surprisingly large and imposing desk
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louis Kalff 'Timor' Table Lamp, 1960s
Louis Kalff 'Timor' Table Lamp, 1960s
H 20.08 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Timor Table Lamp or Desk Light by Louis Kalff for Philips 1950s
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant Mid-Century Modern "Timor" table lamp or desk light. Designed by Louis Kalff for Philips
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

"Timor" By Louis Kalff Philips
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Mortsel, BE
"Timor" Table Lamp by Louis Kalff for Philips: Embrace the timeless charm of the "Timor" Table Lamp
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Timor" By Louis Kalff Philips
"Timor" By Louis Kalff Philips
H 20.08 in Dm 15.75 in
Elegant ‘Timor’ Desk Lamp by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1950s
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Voorburg, NL
Elegant Mid-Century Modern "Timor" table lamp or desk light. Designed by Louis Kalff for Philips
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Set of 2 Vintage Table Lamps "Timor" by Louis Christian Kalff for Philips, 1950s
By Louis Christiaan Kalff, Philips
Located in Saarburg, RP
. The Timor table lamps are a prime example of his visionary approach to lighting. The dynamic shape of
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Marbro Turned Glass Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Fulton, CA
A Marbro turned green glass table lamp retaining its original lamp shade with Greek key design
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Space Age Chromed Table lamp, "Torino co" , Italy 1970s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Space Age table lamp, "Torino co" , Italy 1970s A beautiful 1960 - 1970 vintage table lamp by
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Copper & Chrome "Guardsman" Table Lamp by Faries
By Faries Lamp Co.
Located in Petaluma, CA
long time maker of lamps, the Faries Co. This lamp is complete, rewired and ready to enjoy. A great
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Frosted Glass Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern frosted glass table Lamp by Laurel
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Expertly Restored - Modeline of CA Pyramid Style Table Lamp
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Modeline of California Sculpted Walnut & Brass Table Lamps
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modeline of California sculpted walnut & brass table lamps
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Sculpted Brass Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials Patinated metal, faux wood, new shade Dimensions 32in H x 5.50in W x 5.50in D Lamp shade
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Sculpted Walnut & Brass Tripod Table Lamp by Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 33in H x 14in W x 14in D Lamp Shade: 11in H x 17in W
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM! REMBRANDT MID CENTURY MODERN TABLE LAMP! ATOMIC AWESOME! DIMENSIONS
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Table Lamps by Modernera
By Modernera Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Table Lamps by Modernera Co. Dimensions 35in H x 7in W Lamp
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Brass Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 31in H x 5in W x 5in D Lamp Shade: 10in H x 13in - 15in W
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Spiral Wood Table Lamps by Light House Co.
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future. • Comfort Redefined
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Italian Marble Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions 23in H x 4in W x 4in D Lamp Shade: 10in H x 13in - 15in W
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Laurel Style Chrome Wire Mesh Table Lamps
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
A striking pair of chromed steel table lamps in the manner of Laurel Lamp Company having chrome
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Table Lamps by Light House Co.
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
H x 9in W x 9in D Lamp Shade: 12in H x 17in W
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Larger Louis Kalff for Philips Dark Green & Brass "Timor" Lamp, Occasional Table
By Philips, Louis Christiaan Kalff
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Classic Louis Christiaan Kalff for Philips Forest Green Table Lamp, Low Round Table, 1970's
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Expertly Restored - California Modern Pyramid Style Table Lamp by Modeline of CA
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dimensions: 33.50in H x 7.50in W x 5.50in D Lamp shade: 10in H x 17in W x 17in D
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored -California Modern Sculpted Ebony Table Lamp by Modeline of CA
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored -California Modern Sculpted Swirl Table Lamp by Modeline of CA
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Richard Barr and Harold Weiss Chrome Table Lamp for Laurel Lamp Co.
By Richard Barr, Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern table lamp designed by Richard Barr and Harold Weiss for Laurel Lamp Co. in the United
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Table Lamp Quasar Model by Gianfranco Fini for Edition New Lamp, Italy
By Gianfranco Fini, New Lamp
Located in Milan, Italy
Quasar lamp designed by Gianfranco Fini in 1969. The structure is in opalescent plexiglas. New Lamp
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plexiglass

Rare Mutual Sunset 4-Light Mid Century Modern Italian Marble Table Lamp 1950s
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in Peoria, AZ
FABULOUS MODERNISM! MUTUAL SUNSET 4-LIGHT MID CENTURY MODERN TABLE LAMP! ITALIAN MARBLE AND
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern "Twilight Zone" Lamp MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
blemishes time takes on metal, glass, wood and enamel. The fabric lamp shade with its gold foil textured
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Monumental Post Modern Raspberry Pink Sorbet Ceramic Lamps by Sunset c. 1980
By Sunset Lamps
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Raspberry beret all the way with this pair of large monumental pink sorbet Ceramic Lamps produced
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

MCM Art Deco Figural Jester Harlequin Table Lamps Style Marbro Pair Blue & Green
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Joyful vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Art Deco figural jester or harlequin table lamps in the
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Marbro Oxblood Elephant-handled Chinese Urn Table Lamp Sangre de Boeuf Regency
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. During the time they ran the company, they sold almost as many antiques as they did lamps. Marbro
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage MCM Art Deco Figural Jester Harlequin Table Lamps Style of Marbro Pair
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Enjoyable vintage MCM (Mid-Century Modern) Art Deco figural jester or harlequin table lamps in the
Category

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

Materials

Metal

John Keal Attributed. Sculptural Trident Table Lamps for Modeline of California
By Modeline Lamp Co., John Keal
Located in Southampton, NJ
A stunning pair of sculptural mahogany trident table lamps attributed to John Keal and produced by
Category

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

Materials

Steel, Brass

Expertly Restored - Richard Barr Brutalist Iron Table Lamp for Laurel
By Laurel Lamp Company, Richard Barr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Small Scale Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Lamp Style of Laurel Lamp Mfg
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome small-scale Mid-Century Modern lamp in walnut with brass detail in the style of Laurel
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

'Sofi' Metal and Wood Table Lamp by Alvaro Benitez
By Alvaro Benitez, Eero Saarinen, Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Glendale, CA
'Sofi' metal and wood table lamp by Alvaro Benitez. Hand-fabricated by Los Angeles based designer
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Cubistic Josef Hoffmann / Wiener Werkstätte Table Lamp, Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
of time with his designs. At the Gallery below right we show the original photograph from the Wiener
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2010s Austrian Vienna Secession Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Philips Louis Kalff Designed 'Timor' Desk Lamp, circa 1958, Belgium
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Pymble, NSW
A good 'Timor' model Louis Kalff desk lamp with a pierced edge shade in dark grey and with a chrome
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Philips Louis Kalff Designed 'Timor' Desk Lamp, circa 1958, Belgium
By Louis Kalff, Philips
Located in Pymble, NSW
A super Louis Kalff designed 'Timor' pattern desk lamp with a straight tapered brass stem and
Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1 of 8 Brown and Gold Table Lamp Timor 69 by Louis Kalff for Philips, 1970
By Philips, Louis Kalff
Located in TERHEIJDEN, NB
Great design by Louis Kalff for Philips called Timor 69 Desk Lamp. It is manufactured in 1970
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern Atomic Blender Design! MCM 1950s
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Peoria, AZ
RARE MARVELOUS MODERNISM! REMBRANDT "ATOMIC BLENDER" MID CENTURY MODERN TABLE LAMP! MONUMENTAL
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Globe Ring Lamp for Modeline
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
your furniture stands the test of time. It’s not just restored; it’s fortified for the future
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Table lamp This modern desk lamp is handmade in brass and steel, with a gold-plated base that is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Table Lamp
Table Lamp
H 24.41 in Dm 7.49 in
1970s Cosmo Time Folding Portable Hi Intensity Desk Lamp & Digital Alarm Clock
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Desk lamp Cosmo time modern folding intensity lamp with digital alarm clock Vintage 1970s Model
Category

Vintage 1970s Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Table lamp Base: Polished Nero Marquina marble Body: Pixel Gold leather Lamp shade: Opulent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Table Lamp
Table Lamp
H 37.41 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Table lamp Estimated production time:13-14 weeks Dimensions Height 35.44 in. (90 cm) Width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Table Lamp
Table Lamp
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Table lamp Lacquered wood, The lampshade is available in either fabric or silk in yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary European Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Table Lamp
Table Lamp
H 19.69 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Table Lamp 50s Style Lamp Orange Table Lamp
Located in Bastogne, BE
Stylish vintage orange desk lamp. Manufactured in Netherlands. In good vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ø400x250 mm Production time - 12-14 weeks Different finishes possible.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Table Lamp
Table Lamp
H 35.04 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Timor 69or Major Desk Lamp Grey / Gray / Silver by Louis Kalff for Philips
By Louis Kalff
Located in Hemiksem, VAN
printed on it. This Timor 69 lamp has an E27 socket. The wiring has been checked. There are some flakes of
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Stilnovo Table Lamp
By Stilnovo
Located in Weesp, NL
Periscopio Table Lamp, designed by the visionary duo Danilo and Corrado Aroldi for Stilnovo, Italy in 1967. A
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo Table Lamp
Stilnovo Table Lamp
H 23.23 in W 13 in D 6.3 in
Shaldon Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Collaborating with ceramic sculptor, Isobel Roope, our beautifully handmade Shaldon Table Lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Shaldon Table Lamp
Shaldon Table Lamp
H 25.99 in Dm 9.85 in
AJ Table Lamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

AJ Table Lamp
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
AJ Table Lamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

AJ Table Lamp
AJ Table Lamp
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
AJ Table Lamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

AJ Table Lamp
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
AJ Table Lamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

AJ Table Lamp
AJ Table Lamp
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
AJ Table Lamp
By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen
Located in New York, NY
over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

AJ Table Lamp
H 22 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Alpi Table Lamp
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Milan, IT
This unique and exquisite lamp was created to be positioned specifically on a console table, making
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2010s Italian Other Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Nickel

Alpi Table Lamp
Alpi Table Lamp
H 11.82 in W 29.14 in D 11.82 in
Bristol Table Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
"Bristol table lamp" Materials Brushed brass Overall dimensions : 370x300x770 mm Structure
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bristol Table Lamp
Bristol Table Lamp
H 30.32 in W 11.82 in D 14.57 in
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Timor Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the timor table lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, brass and aluminum, every timor table lamp was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a timor table lamp, we have 15 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the timor table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A timor table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. A well-made timor table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Louis Kalff, Philips and Louis Christiaan Kalff are consistently popular.

How Much is a Timor Table Lamp?

A timor table lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $991, while the lowest priced sells for $481 and the highest can go for as much as $9,198.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

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


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

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

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

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

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

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