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Table Lamps For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Baroque Revival
Scandinavian Modern Ceramic and Wood Yellow Table Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage Scandinavian Modern, Danish style ceramic lamp features elongated ceramic body with build-un ceramic round base and wood top element. Tall, sculptural ceramic body is decorated with monochromatic, medium-gloss, buttery yellow glaze. The ceramic body appears to be handmade with small glaze skips that are usually characteristic of a handmade pottery.
The lamp measures 22" to the top of the socket, and 30.15" to the top of the finial; it is in good, working vintage condition with the original harp and finials. The lamp is missing its manufacturer or distributor stickers, making a positive identification difficult.
The lamp is wired for US standard, 3-Way E-26 Base Turn Knob Lamp...
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Maple, Wood, Pottery
Markslöjd Swedish White, Brass Table Lamps, 1980s
By Markslöjd
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Pair of white, beige, cream Scandinavian Modern wooden table lamps manufactured by Markslöjd in the 1980s. Original braided tulip shaped cream colored textile shades with brass top. ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A light grey-glazed earthenware and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10” H x 6” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Di...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Table Lamp, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and moulded pine veneer table lamp designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Elysett, Markaryd, Sweden, 1970s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10” H x 6” D
Stated dimensio...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Pine
Midcentury Modern Brass Table Lamp, Boréns, Sweden, 1950s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant table or desk lamp from Boréns, made entirely from brass. Sculpted brass handle, shade perforated with small holes.
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of dark blue Tall Ceramic table lamps by Palshus, Esben Klint for Le Klint
Located in Vorst, BE
These lamps have been designed by Esben Klint, son of Kaare Klint (the famous danish furniture designer). Esben has created a timeless design with this model, it has a contemporary a...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair of Mid-Century Brass Table Lamps by Kosta Elarmatur, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
Pair of large mid-century Swedish brass table lamps made by Kosta Elarmatur in Sweden, 1960/70s.
These large and very elegant table lamps feature a tall brass stem and base, as well...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and rattan table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 16” H x 7” W x 11.75” D
Stated dimensions include shade.
Bulb Specifications: E-2...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Palshus Tall Table Lamp Brown Haresfur Glaze with Shade, Modern 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Midcentury budded table lamp from Danish Palshus with brown haresfur glaze.
The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and produced circa 1950s.
Included is a new lampshade desi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Large table lamp by GUNNAR NYLUND
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large stoneware vase now a table lamp designed by GUNNAR NYLUND for Rostrand, Sweden , circa 1950th. " Rubus" series. Blue-brown textured glaze. Marked by manufacturer. Light scratch...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Scandinavian Modern Brass Table Lamp with UFO Shade
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small simplistically composed Table Lamp from danish ABO - Metal Art Studio. Manufactured and designed in the late 1970s. It features an UFO shaped acrylic shade and on/of switch to ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Tue Poulsen Ceramic Table Lamps, 1960s. Set of 2.
By Tue Poulsen
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Tue Poulsen Ceramic Table Lamps, 1960s. Set of 2.
Pair of rustic hand crafted Scandinavian Modern ceramic lamps in stoneware p...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Itsu OY, Table Lamp, Brass, Reed, Finland, 1950s
By Itsu
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and reed table lamps produced by Itsu, Finland, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10” H x 5.5” W x 9” D
Stated dimensions include shade.
Bulb Specifications: E-26...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Ceramic Table Lamp by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, 1960s
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Danish Modern Ceramic Table Lamp by Marianne Starck for Michael Andersen, 1960s
Elegant and tall Danish Modern ceramic table lamp designed by Marianne Starck for the renowned Michae...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Swedish Modern Table Lamp by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Karlstad, SE
Swedish Modern table lamp by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1940s.
This elegant table lamp features a sleek brass construction with Bakelite elements, creating a refined con...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Swirling Glass Table Lamp Designed by Monica Backström for Kosta Boda
Located in Tilburg, NL
Vintage swirling glass tape lamp designed by Monica Backström for Kosta Boda glass, Sweden.
The glass is one piece.
Very good vintage condition. Abs...
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass, Blown Glass
Danish Kähler HAK Table Lamp Brown with Amber Yellow Glaze, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Table lamp from Herman August Kähler's ceramic workshop in Denmark. Made ca 1960s. The design is attributed to Nils Kähler.
The lamp base has an incised pattern and the glossy gla...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Poul Henningsen "PH 2/2" Vintergækken Table Desk Lamp in Brass and Glass, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Danish mid century desk / table lamp model "PH 2/2" Vintergækken by Poul Henningsen produced by Louis Poulsen Denmark, 1930s. In good original condition with nice amber sha...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hanne Dreutler for Studio Ahus Lila Blue Glass Table Lamp
Located in Bochum, NRW
Table lamp designed by Hannelore Dreutler for Studio Ahus and Ateljé Lyktan. The milky blue glass base holds a brass socket. Original maker's labe...
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and floral printed fabric table lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 20.5” H x 11.5” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 Bul...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Carl-Harry Stålhane Table Lamp, Rörstrand, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Brown glazed stoneware, table lamp designed by Carl-Harry Stålhane and produced by Rörstrand, 1950s.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Mid-Century Modern Table Lamp in Black and Brass by Boréns, Sweden, 1950s
By Boréns Borås
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamp model 8260 produced in Sweden by Boréns. Made during the 1950s. black lacquered metal with brass details.Boréns was a lighting company based in Borås that truly stand out ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Finnish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Metal, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, rattan and black-lacquered metal table lamp produced in Finland, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp: 14.75” H x 6.5” W x 7” D
Bulb Specifications: E-14
Number of So...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Finnish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Rattan, Metal, Finland, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, rattan and metal table lamp designed and produced in Finland, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 13.5“ H x 7.5“ W x 17“ D
Bulb Specifications:...
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1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Designer, Adjustable Table Lamp, Brass, Parchment Paper, Denmark 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and parchment paper table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 10" H x 5.5" W x 8.25" D
Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb
Num...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell Style Brass Table Lamps, 1940s/1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Mid-Century Modern Paavo Tynell style brass table lamps from the 1940s/1950s. Sold as Set of two.
Brass frame and fabric lampshade. Most likely manufactured by Idman Oy or Itsu.
Be...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
White Le Klint Egg-Shaped Opaline Glass Table Lamp
By Le Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Egg shaped white opaline glass table lamp designed by Poul Seest Andersen and manufactured by Le Klint and Holmegaard in Denmark during the late 1970s or early 80s. It features a pin...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass, Acrylic
Paavo Tynell, pair of 1940/50's brass desk lamps, Taito Oy
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Turku, Varsinais-Suomi
Introducing a pair of stunning brass desk lamps by Paavo Tynell, manufactured by Taito Oy in the 1940s and 1950s. These vintage lamps have a timeless design that still looks as sleek...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Modernist Mid-Century Stoneware Table Lamp, Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool, unique stoneware table lamp by Stig Lindberg, in an imaginative design. Relief pattern of dots, brown glaze.
Category
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Swedish Table 'Rubus' Lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1940-50
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Table 'Rubus' Lamp by Gunnar Nylund, Rörstrand ca 1940-50
Height: 18 cm/7 inch
Diameter: 11.5 cm/4.5 inch
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Table Lamp #5066 by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning brass table lamp, model #5066 by Paavo Tynell, made from brass with a mahogany stem and plisséd textile shade in a voluminous square form. The brass top of the shade is deco...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Grey Diablo Table Lamp with Brass Details by Elektrik Norway, 1950s
By Elektrik
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Small adjustable diablo style table light in the color light grey. Finish with brass flex-neck, stem, and detailing. Manufactured and designed by Elektrik in Norway during the late 1...
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1950s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Stoneware Table Lamp by Saxbo Green Glazing Eva Staehr-Nielsen, Denmark, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
Rare stoneware table lamp model 469 by Saxbo Pottery, Denmark. Made by Eva Staehr-Nielsen in the 1940s and decorated in a wonderful green haresfur glazing. Original brass and bakelit...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Mads - Caprani Denmark 1970s Timberline Bentwood Model 841 Table Lamps
By Caprani Light AS, Micheli Alessio
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of Micheli Alessio - aka "Mads" for Caprani of Denmark, circa 1970s model 841 Teak bentwood table lamps with with inline switches. From one owner estate, this design is prime ex...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA
By Hans Bergström, ASEA
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Hans Bergström Model E1271 Perforated Metal & Brass Table Lamp for ASEA.
Executed in painted perforated metal shade with attractively patinated brass legs. A lyrical and elega...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Hans Bergström, Table Lamp, Brass, Leather, Glass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, braided brown leather and frosted glass table lamp designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 19.5...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish designer brass and leather table lamps, Falkenberg, 1960s
By Falkenberg
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Slim pair of table lamps produced by Falkenberg, Sweden, during the 1960s.
Elegant impression with its brass and wrapping in dark blue leather.
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Luxus Glass Table Lamps, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of glass table lamps designed by Uno & Östen Kristiansson, manufactured by Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. Very good condition.
3 pieces available.
Category
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Organic Sculpted Teak Lamps by Ernst Henriksen
Located in Springfield, OR
Pair of lamps by creative mind of Danish designer Ernst Henriksen. Well known for his bull and puffer fish coaster sets, his lamps are hardly seen as often. The organic and abstract ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Teak
Holmegaard Art Glass Sakura Table Lamp by Michael Bang, 1970s
By Holmegaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ovoid shaped art glass table lamp designed by Michael Bang and manufactured by Holmegaard in Denmark during the late 1970. It is called Sakura. Label from Holmegaard still present be...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Holmegaard Table Lamp in White Opaline Glass, Denmark, 1970s
By Holmegaard
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A vintage hand blown table lamp in cased white glass by Holmegaard Denmark. Designed in-house at Holmegaard in Denmark during the 1970s. Beautiful intact and working condition. Notic...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
Swedish Modern Table Lamp by Bertil Brisborg for Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Karlstad, SE
This elegant Swedish Modern table lamp, designed by Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet (NK) in the 1940s, exemplifies refined craftsmanship and timeless design. The lamp features a fluted walnut stem, gracefully complemented by a solid brass base and detailing, giving it a warm yet sophisticated aesthetic. The lamp is topped with a newly custom-made shade, crafted from vintage chintz fabric...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Nils Thorsson Ceramic Table Lamp for Royal Copenhagen & Fog & Morup, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Monumental Ceramic Table lamp 'Baca' designed by Nils Thorsson for Royal Copenhagen and Fog & Mørup circa 1970. It features a tactile abstract decor executed in eathy glazes. The on/...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Faience
Pair of Art Deco Wall Lamps, Sweden, 1920s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Fluted decoration in relief. Nickel-plated frame.
Produced by in Sweden, 1920s. Very good condition.
Category
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Gunnel Nyman Flush Mount In Brass and Fabric, Model K5-40, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Gunnel Nyman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A faboulus and rare ceiling pendant designed by Gunnel Nyman and manufactured by Idman in Finland in the 1950s. A very minimal design that is easy to integrate into almost any interi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ture Berglund, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A glass and brass table lamp, designed by Ture Berglund and produced by Skansen, Glass, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11” H x 5.5” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-2...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Gunnar Nylund Rörstrand Rubus Table Lamp with Shade, Scandinavian Sweden 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall ceramic table lamp by Gunnar Nylund for Rörstrand, Sweden.
It´s part of the "Rubus" series and was designed and made in the 1950s to 1960s.
The lamp has a structured, tactile s...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy ‘5061’ Table Lamp in Brass
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, table lamp, model ‘5061’, brass, Finland, 1950s
A truly magnificent piece that scores highly on every design aspect: execution, use of materials, craftsma...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Gunnar Biilmann-Petersen table lamps, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of Gunnar Biilmann-Petersen glass table lamps, Denmark, 1960s.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Klase Höganäs, Table Lamps, Stoneware, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair glazed stoneware and fabric table lamps produced by Klase Höganäs, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.5” H x 5.25” W x 5.25” D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.6...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Fabric
Danish Søholm Stentøj ceramic table lamp, glazed stoneware design Haico Nitzsche
Located in Vorst, BE
Danish Mid-Century stoneware table lamp of the 1970s, attributed to Haico Nitzsche. Sculptural lamp in earthy colored glazed stoneware.
Haico Nitzsche trained in ceramics in German...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Erik Mornils, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware table lamp designed by Erik Mornils and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.5" H x 5.5" Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inche...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
Le Klint & Palshus Stoneware Table Lamp Denmark by Esben Klint, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful table lamp model no. 311 designed by Esben Klint in 1949 for Le Klint, Denmark. This stoneware edition was handmade at Palshus Stentøj, Copenhagen in the 1950s in commission for Le Klint. This one is decorated in the rare "Haresfur" glazing perfected by Palshus. The lamp is mounted with the original hand folded acrylic...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Stoneware
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
Located in Karlstad, SE
A pair of impressive table lamps in crystal glass model RD 1477 by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors, Sweden. The base is made of crystal glass and reminds of frozen water. The chrome deta...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Danish Palshus Small Tall Table Lamp Brown Hares Fur Glaze, Mid-century 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Small Danish table- and bedside lamp made by the ceramic workshop Palshus.
The lamp is designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and manufactured circa 1950s or early 1960s.
The lamp base ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Beige-Grey Ceramic table lamp Palshus Denmark Linnemann-Schmidt stoneware
Located in Vorst, BE
Table lamp model DL45 produced by Palshus (Denmark).
The lamp base is finished with a beige-grey glaze with the bottom in natural chamotte finish. The chamotte clay gives a natural ...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Bergboms Sweden - Pink Shaded Table Lamp in Brass, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegant cylindrical table lamp executed in solid brass and featuring a fluted face-powder-pink lamp shade in paper/textile. Designed and manufactured by Bergboms in Sweden circa 1960...
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Tall Ceramic table lamp by Nymølle pottery, Denmark, new Raffia lampshade, 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
Large scandinavian table lamp in stoneware by Nymølle Pottery, Denmark. Glazed in blueish / turquoise tones.
New hand-made raffia lampshade on a vintage lampshade structure.
Produce...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Raffia, Ceramic, Stoneware
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.