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Table Lamps For Sale
Vintage Green Glass Meteor Table Lamp by Michael Bang for Holmegaard, 1970s
By Michael Bang
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Handblown deep green Glass Table Lamp designed by Michael Bang and manufactured by Holmegaard in Denmark during the late 1970. It is called Meteor D (large model). Label from Holmega...
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Art Deco Michael Andersen & Son Table Lamp in Celadon Green Glazed Ceramic
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Art Deco styled Michael Andersen & Son ceramic table lamp with fluted green shade. Axel Salto inspired relief deer theme and celadon green. It features its original bakelite sockets ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Celadon
Set of 2 Brass Wall or Table Lamps
Located in München, DE
Charming brass table lamps from the 1950s.
Particularly beautiful design and an enrichment for every home.
Can also be used flexibly as wall lamps, for example in the bedroom.
A wond...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
French Petrol Enamel Brass Table Desk Lights
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French petrol enamel and brass desk light
2,5 meter black cotton flex, plug and switch
Available with UK / US plug
Weight: 2.30 kg / 5.1 lb
Priced per individual item. All lamps h...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Ture Berglund Green Glass Table Lamp, Skansens Glasbruk Stockholm, Sweden, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This rare table lamp was designed by Ture Berglund in the 1940s and produced by Skansens Glasbruk in Stockholm, Sweden.
The design features a baluster-shaped base in mouth-blown gre...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Blown Glass
Pair of green Murano glass lamps, Italy
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano glass table lamps, Italy circa 1980s.
The Italian lamps are made of various elements in handmade Murano glass, with brass mounts.
The lamps base is ...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rectangular Ceramic Lamp
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Rectangular Ceramic Light
Designed by Project 213A in 2023
Artisanal ceramic light with a rectangular base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. It has a brass stem and a o...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Robert Sonneman, Table Lamp, Bamboo, Stone, Paper, United States 1990s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo, stone and beige paper table lamp designed by Robert Sonneman and produced by George Kovacs, USA, c. 1990.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 31.4” H x 25.3” Diameter
...
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1990s American Table Lamps
Materials
Stone
Börne Augustsson, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow blown glass and brass table lamp designed by Börne Augustsson and produced by Åseda Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.0"H x 5.0"W x 5.0"D
Dimensio...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A pair of celadon crackle glazed porcelain vases mounted as table lamps.
Located in Den Haag, NL
A pair of celadon crackle glazed porcelain vases mounted as table lamps.
Beautiful color . 20th Century China. Large E27 bulb needed .
Category
1970s Chinese Hollywood Regency Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Terracotta Ceramic Table Lamp Black Linen Shade and Ball Pull, Barro Bruñido
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
This collection is shaped from clay sourced from the Sierra Madre mountains in Oaxaca. Local legend holds that the clay is blessed.
Before firing, each piece is meticulously burnish...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Clay, Linen
Rectangular Ceramic Lamp
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
RECTANGULAR TABLE LIGHT, designed in 2023.
Artisanal ceramic light with a rectangular base, made in Project 213A's own ceramic workshop. Each piece is unique due to its handmade nat...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
Gino Sarfatti Arteluce mid-century table lamp
Located in Palermo, IT
Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce 'mappamondo' 1966 circa...
Height 60 cm.
Width 40 cm.
The lamp features a modern, sculptural design, its main feature being a spherical light diffuser in a...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Regency Pineapple "Ananas" Gilded Sconce, in the style of Maison Charles, 1960s
Located in Lille, FR
Pineapple "Ananas" Gilded Metal Sconce in the style Maison Charles, 1960s..
Category
1960s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Dutch desk or table lamp by Busquet for Hala, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch desk or table lamp by Busquet for Hala Zeist, 1960s
A desk lamp designed by Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet for Hala Zeist, The Netherlands. This design of the lamp is men...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Flos Kelvin LED Green Mode Table Lamp with Adjusting Sensor in Chrome
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Kelvin LED Green Mode Table Lamp with Adjusting Sensor in Chrome by Antonio Citterio w Toan Nguyen
Designed by Antonio Citterio, Kelvin LED Green Mode...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Chloe Rattan Table Lamps
Located in Oxford, GB
A Pair of Chloe Rattan Table Lamps
Handcrafted with care in our workshop, the Chloe Rattan Table Lamp is an original design that blends artisanal charm with organic elegance. Eac...
Category
2010s Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan
FLOS Miss K Table Lamp in Fumée by Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck, Flos
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Created by innovative design master Philippe Starck, the Miss K table lamp brings a delightful duality to its work. When unlit, its transparent PC (p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Antique French Cameo Glass Table Lamp by Richard
By Loetz Glass
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Cameo Glass Table Lamp by Richard
Category
1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Square Table Lamp by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Timeless no. 1859 Just Andersen Table Lamps made in 1936.
* Square metal desk lamp with vertical lines and white fabric shade
* Designer: Just Andersen
* Model: 1859
* Year: 1936
* ...
Category
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Ceramic Lamp with Glass Lamp Shade- Pink Dash
Located in London, GB
This handcrafted ceramic lamp pairs a pink base with a frosted globe bulb for a cozy glow. Its playful design, glossy finish and luxurious 24k gold detailing make it the perfect litt...
Category
2010s European Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Barby Table Lamp by Nadja Galli Zugaro
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
Barby table lamp is the exact opposite of her iconic doll namesake and seduces us with her soft lines and harmonious roundness. Made out of recycled and repurposed metal objects like...
Category
2010s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
French Designer, Table Lamp, Rattan, Bamboo, France, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and bamboo table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.5"H x 5.0"W x 5.0"D
Bulb Specifications: B22 (Bayonet) bulb
Bulbs are not...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Mid-Century Pink Murano Hobnail Glass Table Lamps by Fenton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Newly Rewired, New Linen Shades
Materials: Pink Murano Hobnail Glass, Patinated Brass Bases
Dimensions:
21”H x 6”W x 6”D
Shade:
10"H x 15"W x 15"D
Pair of Mid-Century...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sculptural, Contemporary Table Lamp 'Dora' In White, 22ct Moon Gold, Marble Base
Located in London, GB
This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp sits on a rectangular white marble base and features multiple white handcrafted spheres with organic surface textures. A central cube is g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Slate, Gold Leaf
Deka Pencil Reed Rattan Table Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
Deka Pencil Reed Rattan Table Lamp by Rattanology
Crafted with precision and artistry, the Deka Pencil Reed Rattan Table Lamp is a stunning handcrafted creation by Rattanology, desi...
Category
2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan
Swedish Modern Tripod Brass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1950
By ASEA
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Elegant Swedish table lamp made in 1950 attributed to ASEA. A solid three legged brass base with rod in brass leading up to a black patinated shade in a nice combination. The shade a...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sophisticated Brass Table Lamp with Classic column, late 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
Sophisticated Brass Table Lamp with Classic column made during the late 19th Century. Originally a kerosene lamp converted to table lamp in the early 20th Century.
Newly rewired ele...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Tiffany Style Table Lamp with Organic Base from the 1970s
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful Tiffany style table lamp, lamp with stained glass lampshade, image of bunches of grapes and leaves, inspired by the art deco movement, with an organic art nouveau style bas...
Category
1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Lead
Josef Frank Fabric /Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Table Lamp, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
An extremely elaborate table lamp in the famous Hoffmann design from the 1920s. chased/hammered brass, the hand-sewn fabric-shades with colorful designs by Josef Frank, WW-Modell Nr ...
Category
2010s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1 of the 3 Rooke Lamps, Custom Silk Lamp Shades by R. Houben
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 ceramic table lamps, from Bernard Rooke, UK, 1970s.
This set brings a rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shapes, it offers a unique presence.
The bas...
Category
1970s English Brutalist Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
1970 White Carrara Marble Italian Modernist Design Modern Sculpture Table Lamp
Located in Brescia, IT
Sculpture Table Lamp
Italy, 1970
White Carrara Marble
Excellent quality of Manufacture
Light chip at the corner base (shown in the picture)
Excellent Condiction
Perfect working order
Category
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Marble
Pair of mushroom table lamps in copper and chrome 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
A pair of 1970s table lamps featuring mushroom-shaped shades. The lamps have a chrome steel base, the shades are made from warm-hued copper. Over the years, both lamps have develope...
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Chrome
Belux 'Turbo 01' Table / Desk Lamp
By Belux
Located in Bern, CH
'Turbo 01' Desk / Table Lamp by German designer, Joe Niemeyer.
Produced by Belux, Switzerland. Modern Swiss minimalism.
Winner of a 1984 design competition for Belux, Switzerland.
C...
Category
1980s Swiss Post-Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 17.5"H x 14.25"W x 6.75"D
Bulb Specifications: E-12 (Candelab...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Early 20th-Century Chinese Cloisonné Table Lamp, Floral Motifs, Brass Accents
This exquisite early 20th-century Chinese cloisonné table lamp is a stunning example of traditional enamel craftsmanship. Adorned with intricate floral motifs in vibrant shades of light blue, deep blue, red, and green, this lamp brings elegance and a touch of exotic charm to any interior. Its aged brass base and top further enhance its authenticity and refined character.
Note: An electrical plug adapter for U.S. outlets is included. Lampshade not provided.
Cloisonné Enamel Work: The lamp showcases classic Chinese cloisonné craftsmanship, with delicate floral designs set against a richly colored enamel background.
Color Palette: The harmonious blend of blue hues, red, and green creates a visually striking piece, perfect for adding warmth and personality to any space.
Brass Accents: The aged brass base and top feature a beautiful patina, adding to the lamp’s antique charm and timeless appeal.
Versatile Elegance: Whether placed in a modern, traditional, or eclectic setting, this lamp enhances its surroundings with a touch of history and cultural artistry.
Decorative and Functional: Beyond its decorative value, the lamp provides a soft, ambient glow, making it ideal for bedside tables, living rooms, or study areas.
This early 20th-century Chinese cloisonné lamp is more than just a lighting fixture—it is a statement piece that brings heritage, artistry, and vibrant color into any home. A rare find for collectors and interior design enthusiasts alike.
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Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Getano Sciolari Glass Table Lamp. 1970
Located in CA, CA
A very rare Getano Sciolari (1927 - 1994) table lamp constructed of mirrored metal, brass-plated metal each of the three columns topped with a hand blown smoked glass dome, circa 19...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Brumbury Table Lamp by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini, Italy 70s
By Luigi Massoni, Guzzini
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare table lamp model Brumbury was designed by Luigi Massoni in the late 60s for Guzzini.
It was produced by Meblo, Yugoslavia, as part of a Guzzini collection, an Italian lighting m...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Blue hand blown ribbed murano glass table lamps by Tommaso Barbi
Located in London, GB
Pair of early 1960s table lamps. Italian design by Tommaso Barbi for Barovier and Toso Murano Italy. Hand blown worked ribbed sky blue glass with brass metal lamp holder.
Lamp bas...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Pistachio Green Ceramic Table Lamp, Silk Lampshade by R. Houben
By OTHR
Located in Rijssen, NL
Large and clean ceramic table lamp, 1970s. Heavy quality ceramic.
This lamp base brings refined elegance and rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers ...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century Murano Lamp Honey Caramel Brown Vintage
Located in Toronto, CA
A stunning vintage Murano glass mushroom lamp in a rare honey caramel brown hue, crafted using the signature swirl technique. The warm gradient effect gives the glass an ombré-like d...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Danish Mid-century Blue Ceramic Table Lamp by Einar Johansen for Søholm, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Table lamp by Einar Johansen for Søholm Stentøj, Denmark, circa 1960s.
The lamp has shiny blue glaze over an embossed repeated graphic decor.
Included is a new lamp shade designed ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll table lamp with lucite shade vienna around 1960s
Original lucite shade
Original condition
Category
1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Gallè Tip - Large Art Nouveau Mushroom Lamp in multilayer glass
By Gallé
Located in TEYJAT, FR
Superb Large Mushroom Lamp in multilayer glass decorated with flowers, tones of red and orange on an ocher background. Height: 60cm. Lamp signed “Gallé”, accompanied by a “Tip” dist...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Brass & Silk Desk Lamp, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
A Josef Hoffmann table lamp with a fabric-shade - different Colors are available
Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstätte Atelier, now custom-made production at the Woka Lamp...
Category
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Austrian table lamp attributed to Carl Auböck
Located in Montréal, QC
Large Carl Auböck attributed lamp manufactured in the 1950’s. Large black enamel saucer shade, brass trimmings, brass stem, black enameled steel foot. 60 watts max E-26 Edison medium...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel, Enamel
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp 1960s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s.
This is a wonderful and unusual table lamp by sculptor Alessio Tasca.
Very nicely glazed with great colors and a mode...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Murano Amber Glass Sphere Lamp ‘Primordiale’ by Venini, Italy, 2011 - Signed
By Sandro Chia, Venini
Located in Glasgow, GB
A rare and sculptural table lamp by Venini, the ‘Primordiale’ was handcrafted in Murano in 2011 and offers a compelling fusion of art glass and design. The piece is aptly named—Primo...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Gold Plate
Appuntito Ceramic Light
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
APPUNTITO LIGHT, designed in 2023.
This light has a hand-crafted ceramic base which is covered with individually shaped ceramic spikes. This artisanal piece is made in Project 213A'...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Clay
French 1910s Art Nouveau Brass Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Art Nouveau Brass table desk lamp with brass shade and wooden base. ca. 1920
Natural aged with small cracks in edge shade
2,5 meter black cotton flex with plug and switch in bulb h...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Large Ceramic Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 1960's Italian ceramic lamps.
Measurements:
Height of body: 21"
Height to shade rest: 32"
Diameter: 13"
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Daum & Ranc French Art Deco Eagle Table Lamp, 1915
By Charles Ranc, Daum
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table lamp by Daum (Nancy) and CharlesRanc, France, circa 1915. Classy & genuine glass shade by Daum hung at its solid bronze eagle base by Charles Ranc. Height : 14....
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Postmodern Italian Model PAO T1 Table Lamp by Matteo Thun for Arteluce, 1990s
By Arteluce
Located in Hamburg, DE
The small T1 table light version from the Pao light series by Matteo Thun.
The Pao shines impress with their characteristic diffuser made of matt glass. However, the material combin...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Wood
Fog & Mørup, Scandinavian mid-century modernist table lamp, brass, Denmark 1940s
Located in Forserum, SE
A rare Scandinavian mid-century modernist desk lamp model E6493, produced in Denmark by the renowned manufacturer Fog & Mørup in the 1940s. The model is attributed to Danish architec...
Category
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
"Febo" Table Lamp, Red Marble and Murano Glass by Pamio & Toso for Leucos, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular "Febo" Table lamp in solid red Verona marble, brass and a stunning shade in mouth-blown Murano glass. This incredibly rare lamp was designed by Roberto Pamio & Renato Tos...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
Anders Pehrsson, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed by Anders Pehrsson and produced by Atelje Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Light oxidation present throughout brass lamp.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mission Style Table Lamp 1940
Located in New York, NY
Solid Walnut Mission Shaker Style Table Lamp. American walnut Mission Style table lamp, 1940's. Clean lines obelisk shape set on raised base, we...
Category
1940s American Mission Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut
Bauhaus Table Lamp By Kaiser Idell Model 6750 Circa 1930s
By Kaiser Idell
Located in Gloucester, GB
Bauhaus Table Lamp By Kaiser Idell Model 6750 Circa 1930s
- Brass shade, arm and base
- Takes E27 fitting bulbs
- On/Off switch on the base
- German ~ 1930s
- 36cm wide x 46cm tall ...
Category
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique and Vintage Table Lamps for Sale: Find Art Deco Table Lamps, Murano Glass Table Lamps and Other Lighting on 1stDibs
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
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