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Table Lamps For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Baroque Revival
Rare Lisbeth Brams Teak Table Lamp
Located in Bern, CH
Rare 1960's teak table lamp by Lisbeth Brams, Denmark. Turned solid teak base with double light fittings. Swiss plug with pull cord on/off switch.
Made in Denmark.
Measurements: Hei...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Teak
Table lamp Modell E1271 by ASEA, Sweden
By ASEA, Hans Bergström
Located in New York, NY
Rare Table lamp Modell E1271 by ASEA, Sweden, from around the 1950s. Star shape perforated details on the edge of the lacquered metal shade on a brass lamp arm that finishes in a tri...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp, Olof Larsson, Laholm 1950's
By Laholm
Located in Örebro, SE
Beautiful Scandinavian Modern table lamp, Olof Larsson, Laholm ca 1950's.
Marked with makers mark.
Good vintage condition, wear and patina consistent with age and use.
Brass patina....
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Danish Palshus Tall Table Lamp Aqua Blue Glaze with Shade, Modern Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall Mid-century table lamp from Danish Palshus including lampshade.
The lamp was designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt and made circa 1960s.
It is made with chamotte clay which gives a ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Mid-Century Brass Table Lamp by Precenta Oy, Finland, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Karis, Nyland
Vintage mid-century table lamp made of brass, featuring black details and a flexible gooseneck. Manufactured by a small lighting company Precenta Oy in Finland in the 1950’s. This la...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1940s Table lamp model 15485 by Böhlmarks, Sweden
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 1940s Table lamp model 15485 by Böhlmarks, Sweden, possibly designed by Harald Notini. Wooden lamp base with carved details and brass. There are 2 lights under a silk lamps...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Table Lamps, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced in Sweden, 1970s.
New shades.
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Birch, Brass, Sweden, 1920s
Located in High Point, NC
A birch and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1920s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.375“ H x 4.55” W x 4.55“ D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3.5” Top Diameter x...
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1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Paavo Tynell Ballerina Table Lamp Model 9211 in Brass & White Glass Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant and rare table lamp model 9211 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland in the 1950s. The lamp body is made with cast brass and has a sleek seamless s...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Anna Lisa Thomson Table Lamp Ekeby Ceramics Sweden 1930s Swirl Glaze
Located in Basel, BS
Anna-Lisa Thomson table lamp for Ekeby ceramics in Sweden, made in the 1930s.
Hand-thrown earthenware with swirl pattern, glazed in a spotted buttery color.
Original brass socket w...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware, Fabric
24 Carat Gold Plated Teardrop Table Lamp by Hugo Asmussen, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural tear drop shaped 24-carat gold plated small Table light designed by Hugo Asmussen for Asmussen in Denmark, circa 1960-70. Very heavy made stock in a superb quality. It com...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
Poul Henningsen Black Metalized and Glass PH 2/1 Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Poul Henningsen 'PH 2/1' Opal Glass Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen
The 'PH 2/1' Opal Glass Table Lamp originates from Henningsen's brilliant three-shade system designed in 1925-6. Usi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Upsala Ekeby, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed earthenware and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.65” H x 6.4” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 7” Top Di...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of Two Model Primula Flower Lamps, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd, 1960s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Set of two model Primula flower lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for AB Markaryd from the 1960s. Brass. Good vintage condition, minor patina and wear consistent with age and use. The Flo...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and orange fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.875“ H x 7.375” Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Numb...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass and brass table lamp designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.625“ H x 4.5” diameterDimensions of Shad...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Bronze, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A small bronze table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.25” H x 4.75” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 5.75” Bottom ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 4/3 table lamp with white metal shades.
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen, 4/3 table lamp with white metal shades.
Early model from the 1960s/1970s.
Switch.
Perfect condition.
Dimensions: D 42.0 cm x H 57.0 cm.
Cord length...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Pair of Danish Modern Kähler HAK Table Lamps Turquoise Blue & Brown 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Rare to find pair of small Mid-century Danish table lamps from the ceramic workshop Kähler (HAK). The design is attributed to Nils Kähler and they are made circa 1960s.
The lamps ar...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass, Silk & Wooden Table Lamp, Model 5066, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
Table lamp model 5066 designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s. This lamp features a brass round stand, a hard wooden leg and a beautiful silk sh...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Danish Modern Brass Table Lamps with Adjustable Shades, 1940s
Located in The Hague, NL
This elegant pair of table lamps was crafted in Denmark during the 1940s. While the design has previously been attributed to Svend Aage Holm Sørensen, it also bears a strong resembla...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Poul Henningsen 4/3 Table Lamp 1940s
Located in Portland, OR
Lovely patinated brass table lamp by Poul Henningsen with lacquered copper top shade and yellow painted acid-stained glass lower shades. This example dates to the early 1940s. The to...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED Table Lamp in Brass for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Verner Panton 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp in brass for Louis Poulsen.
The 'Panthella 250' LED table lamp uses Verner Panton's original drawings to produce an organically shaped ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
Danish Palshus Le Klint Table Lamp Dusted Blue Haresfur Glaze Brass Detail, 1960
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mid-century Danish Palshus / Le Klint table lamp with dusted blue haresfur glaze contrasted by a top made from brass.
The lamp is designed by Esben Klint and made at the Danish cera...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pine Wood Table Lamp by Solbackens Svarveri, Sweden, 1980s
Located in Værløse, DK
Large Pine Wood Table Lamp made by Solbackens Svarveri in the 1980s. A Scandinavian touch to a beautiful place.
* Bottle-shaped pine wood table lamp with a white fabric shade.
* Man...
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1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Pine, Fabric
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and fabric table lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 24.25“ H x 5.375“ Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 round...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair Danish Søholm Stentøj blue ceramic & teak table lamps Denmark Mid-Century
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair big Danish Mid-Century ceramic table lamps of the 1960-70s. Glazed stoneware and teak wood.
Sculptural square lamp bases, blue glaze with green/brown colour effects and a squar...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware, Teak
Pair Søholm Stentøj Stoneware Modernist table-lamps Einar Johansen Denmark 1960
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair big Danish Mid-Century stoneware table lamps of the 1960-70s.
The bottom part of the lamps is decorated with an impressed pattern, glazed in dark and light blue with ochre/g...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Pair tall Søholm Stentøj Stoneware table lamps Erling Mortensen Denmark 1960
Located in Vorst, BE
Pair of tall Danish Mid-Century stoneware table lamps of the 1960-70s.
The bottom part of the lamps is glazed in a dark reddish brown with blue and ochre accents, decorated with...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Reijmyre Glasbruk, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and blue-colored table lamp produced by Reijmyre Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.8” H x 4” W x 4” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number of Socket...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Model 2060 Table Lamp, Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno Oy, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 2060 table lamp, designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, manufactured by Orno Oy, 1950s. Teal colored faux leather wrapping on the frame, brass detail and wooden slat shade. Marked. G...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A pair of tall table lamps by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Located in Long Island City, NY
A pair of tall table lamps by Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, circa 1960s. Polished brass. Measures: Heigh 26.5 inches.
Existing wiring, rewiring available upon request.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Arne Jacobsen AJ Table Lamp in Warm Sand for Louis Poulsen
Located in Glendale, CA
Arne Jacobsen AJ table lamp in Warm Sand for Louis Poulsen.
The AJ series was part of the lighting collection renowned Danish designer Arne Jacobsen cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Glass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of blown glass and plastic table lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.125“ H x 4” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade: 4.25” Top Diamet...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
LBM Table Lamp - Clay- by Moisés Hernández for Hay
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by the innovative architecture of fellow Mexican Luis Barragan, Moisés Hernández designed the LBM Table Lamp to reflect his fascination with monolithic geometry, color, lig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Hand-Painted 1940s Hjorth Ceramic Table Lamp from Bornholm with New Shade and US
Located in Lejre, DK
This ceramic table lamp was produced in the 1940s on Bornholm, Denmark, and designed by Hjorth. The lamp is uniquely hand-painted with detailed motifs of birds and branches, giving i...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Reijmyre Glasbruk, Table Lamp, Metal, Glass, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A metal and blue-colored table lamp produced by Reijmyre Glasbruk, Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.8” H x 4” W x 4” D
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number of Socket...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Fog & Mørup Large White Danish Modern Table Lamp, 1970s
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large and rare table light in white aluminum designed at and made by Fog & Mørup in Denmark during the 1970s. It features a 3-tiered shade system much like the PH4 by Poul Hennings...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamp Model B-102 in Brass and Glass, 1960s, Sweden
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
Table lamp model B 102 made of hand blown glass in an amber color. The piece features a stem and base in polished brass, together it makes a perfect combin...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Palshus Tall Table Lamp Brown Rust Glaze with Shade, Modern Ceramic 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Tall Mid-century Danish ceramic table lamp designed by Per Linnemann-Schmidt for Palshus. Made circa 1960s to early 1970s.
The glaze is a mixture of brown shades with rust colored ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Early Patented Table "PH-Lamp" by PH / Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Stunning original production PH-table lamp model "3,5/2" by Poul Henningsen manufactured at Louis Poulsen, Copenhagen in the 1930s. The lamp base is made from chromed brass and dark ...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Bakelite
A table lamp by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, model 9225
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
A table lamp designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, model ‘9225’, Finland circa 1950th.
Stamped “ TAITO 9225 “. Existing wires, rewiring available upon request.
Dimensions : H 18″; W...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Greta Grossman Cobra Table Lamp, White
Located in Berkeley, CA
The authentic cobra table lamp is of the most iconic designs by Greta M. Grossman. The table lamp was originally designed in the 1950s and takes its n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Aluminum
Swedish Design Small Pine Table Lamp with Shade, Scandinavian Lighting ca 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mid-century small solid pine table lamp with shade. The lamp is most likely designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1970s.
Included is a new lamp shade designed and made in Denm...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Bo Råman, Table Lamp, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA
Located in High Point, NC
A brass table lamp designed by Bo Råman and produced by ASEA, Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 10.25“ H x 3.125” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 4“ Top Diamete...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
LBM Table Lamp - Titanium Yellow- by Moisés Hernández for Hay
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by the innovative architecture of fellow Mexican Luis Barragan, Moisés Hernández designed the LBM Table Lamp to reflect his fascination with monolithic geometry, color, ligh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Bruno Karlsson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown and beige-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Bruno Karlsson and produced by Ego Stengods, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.5“ H x 3.75” diameter Dimens...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Set of (3) robust Preben Brandt Larsen turquoise ceramic table lamps.Denmark1970
Located in København K, 84
This set of three robust ceramic table lamps by Danish ceramist Preben Brandt Larsen, created in the 1970s on the island of Fejø, exemplifies the harmoni...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Ceramic Globe Table Lamp by Upsala Ekeby, 1930s, Sweden, Scandinavian Modern
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in Stockholm, SE
This earthenware table lamp, crafted by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, in the 1930s/40s, features a glaze in warm tones between orange and beige with brown accents. The horizontal lines creat...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
LBM Table Lamp - Cream White - by Moisés Hernández for Hay
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
Inspired by the innovative architecture of fellow Mexican Luis Barragan, Moisés Hernández designed the LBM Table Lamp to reflect his fascination with monolithic geometry, colour, li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamp in Brass by Böhlmarks
By Bohlmarks
Located in Karlstad, SE
Small table lamp in brass and wood by Böhlmarks, Sweden.
Simple and elegant design, significant for the Swedish modern era
Condition: Very good condition. New shade.
***
Ple...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Rare Commissioned Paavo Tynell Perforated Brass Table Lamp, Taito Oy, 1950s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare commissioned table lamp by Paavo Tynell. This lamp has features from several models yet has a unique perforated cone shape shade that is not found in any other stan...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavia Modern Unique Ceramics & Rattan Table Lamp by Jette Hellerøe, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Unique table lamp handmade in the 1970s by artist Jette Hellerøe at her own studio in Denmark. The lamp is made from stoneware and decorated with geometric figures and symbols. Signe...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Rattan
Harald Notini, Table Lamp, Brass, Mahogany, Rattan, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A rare brass, mahogany and rattan table lamp designed by Harald Notini and produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 19” H x 10” W x 6.5” D
Stated dimensio...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Michael Andersen & Son Bornholm Brown & Off White Pottery Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Scandinavian Modern Michael Andersen & Son Coffee & Cream Pottery Lamp, circa 1960's. Featuring a handcrafted coarse, textured deep brown neck and base ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Paavo Tynell Table Lamp, Model H5-7 'Brass'-1950 'Taito/Idman'
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hyvinkää, FI
Designed by Paavo Tynell, the 9227 table lamp emits warm, vivid light around it. The lamp is defined by its beautifully slender shade with brass and glass, that is positioned on a st...
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Mid-19th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Antique Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank, Table Lamp, Brass, Glass, Paper, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A blown glass, brass and green paper lampshade designed by Josef Frank and produced by Josef Frank, Sweden, 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 14.75“ H x 12.5“ Diameter...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Birch, Glass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, birch and white opaline glass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 9.875“ H x 5.25“ W x 9.7“ D
Bulb Specifications...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern 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.