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Table Lamps For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Louis XV
Upsala Ekeby, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed fluted stoneware table lamp designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
“EKEBY 321” stamp on bottom
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 7.25” H x 5.5” Diameter
Dim...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
Swedish pinewood table lamp by L.O. Nilsson for Nordisk Present, 1970s
By Nordisk Present Design
Located in Forserum, SE
A minimalist pinewood table lamp designed in the 1970s by L.O. Nilsson for the small Swedish manufacturer Nordisk Present in Östersund. It features a cylindrical body crafted from so...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern, Bergboms, B-024 Brass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
By Bergboms
Located in Göteborg, SE
Scandinavian Modern Brass Table Lamp by Bergboms, 1960s
This elegant table lamp, crafted by Bergboms in the 1960s. Featuring a sleek brass stem and a distinctive trumpet-shaped base...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamps BN-26, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A pair of vintage Hans-Agne Jakobsson table lamps, model BN-26 in lacquered aluminium.
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden.
Very good vintage condition.
Please...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Set of 2Montera JH42, Forest&Sky / Amber&Ruby, Table Lamps by Jaime Hayon for &T
Located in Dubai, AE
The Montera table lamp by international artist and designer Jaime Hayon seamlessly blends past and present.
Montera pays homage to the heritage of Spain, displaying a clear correlat...
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2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Pair large Table Lamps, Stained solid Pine, Uno Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden
Located in Vorst, BE
A pair of sculptural table lamps. Lamp foots in turned pine wood, dark stained.
Designed by Uno Kristiansson, for Luxus, Sweden, 1970s. Both are punchmarked Luxus - made in Sweden.
For E26/27 bulbs. Work on 110v and on 220v. EU plug can be replaced by US plug for free if desired.
New lampshades.
Dimensions: diameter 13.78" / 10" (35cm / 25cm), height 10.2" (26cm).
Swedish designers Uno & Östen Kristiansson, renowned for their lighting and mirror creations, left an indelible mark on the design world from the 1950s to the 1970s. Their distinctive Scandinavian modern style remains highly sought-after in vintage circles.
Uno, born in 1925, and Östen, two years later in 1927, likely honed their craft in southern Sweden under the tutelage of their father, who operated Vittsjö Furniture, a business established in 1919. In 1950, Uno founded Luxus in Vittsjö, producing a diverse array of home products, including lamps, furniture, and mirrors, all designed by the brothers.
Their collections gained acclaim nationally and internationally, with Luxus introducing a vibrant range of lamps in the 1960s, attributed to Finnish artist Marjatta Metsovaara.
Östen presumably took over the family business in 1966, renaming it Östen Kristiansson AB. Though details on its operations are sparse, it likely continued the tradition of craftsmanship. Teak was a favored material for the Kristianssons, though they explored glass, leather, plastic, and acrylic in their designs. Notable creations include the Plafo Ceiling Lamp, UFO Lamp, Model 204 Hunting Chair, and minimalist mirrors reminiscent of Jacques Adnet’s Circulaire...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pine
Swedish Midcentury Table Lamp in Brass by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks
Located in Karlstad, SE
Rare table lamp in brass and wood by Harald Notini for Böhlmarks, Sweden.
This elegant lamp was manufactured during the Swedish Modern era and is of very high quality.
Condition: V...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Brass Table Lamps, AB Stilarmatur, Tranås, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designed by Henrik Blomqvist, produced by Tranås AB Stilarmatur, Sweden, 1960s. Very good condition, small signs of usage.
Please note: the lamps are sold without shades.
Measure...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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 by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11” H x 6” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): ...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Designer, Table Lamps, Rosewood, Brass, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and rosewood table lamps designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 19.875“ H x 5” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top Diamet...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair ceramic table lamps Nils Thorsson for Fog & Morup / Royal Copenhagen 1960s
Located in Vorst, BE
Table lamps created by Nils Thorsson, the Swedish art director of Royal Copenhagen in the 60s.
They were produced in Denmark by Fog & Morup and distributed by Royal Copenhagen.
The lamps are decorated with abstract patterns created by Nils Thorsson. Swedish-Danish ceramic artist and designer Nils Johan Thorvald...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Relief Copper Table Lamp by Aimo Tukiainen Finland, 1960's
Located in London, GB
Brutalist copper table lamp ”Moonlight”, designed by Finnish sculptor Aimo Tukiainen in the late 60´s, consists of a cylinder shape body's made of melt...
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1970s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A red-colored glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11“ H x 8“ Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9” Top Diameter x...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Modern Stoneware Table Lamp in Dusty Green Glaze, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unidentified large Swedish ceramic table light signed CF or CE. It is executed in a vibrant dusty green glaze and displays elements of the Italian Sgrafitto technique. It comes mount...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Heikki Turunen Senior Series Brass Table Lamps Model 940-147, Orno 1970s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of large table lamps from the Senior series designed by Heikki Turunen and manufactured by Orno Oy in the 1970s in Finland. The lamps feature a brass body topped with white me...
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1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Danish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Acrylic, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and acrylic table lamp designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s.
Socket takes standard E-26 medium base bulb.
There is no maximum wattage stated on the fixture.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Table Lamp in Brass, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Table lamp in patinated brass, designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition. Comes with a new lampshade.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Frosted Glass & Chrome Desk Lamp PH 3/2 by Henningsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful frosted desk lamp PH 3/2 by Poul Henningsen . bought at DWR for double the asking price very nice and beautiful halogen light bulb switch off/on
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Danish Modern Søholm Blue Ceramic Table Lamps by Einar Johansen, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Pair of Midcentury Danish table lamps designed by Einar Johansen for Danish stoneware manufacturer Søholm. Manufactured circa 1960s.
The lamps have a matte dark brown glaze on neck ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Fabric
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp In Brass and Wood ca 1960's
Located in Örebro, SE
Scandinavian Modern table lamp in brass and wood ca 1960's. Anonymous.
Wear and patina consistent with age and use. Some rust spots. Small crack on the base, see last picture.
Plea...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Finnish Mid Century Paavo Tynell 9222 Desk Table Lamp Produced by Taito, 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Finnish mid century white and brass adjustable desk / table lamp model 9222 by Paavo Tynell produced by Taito Oy Finland, 1940s. In good vintage condition and working well. Stam...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Pair of Antique Gilt Bronze French Louis XV Style Candelabra
Located in Montreal, QC
This is an especially sumptuous pair. Each base is pierced with stylised acanthus and en rocaille. The stems are modelled with putti in a leafy arbour and support five arms around a ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Ceramic Diablo Table Lamp in Multiple Glazes by Einar Johansen for Søholm, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish diablo shaped ceramic table lamp with a 'rainbow' of multiple glazes skillfully 'fussioned' together. Much similar to the techniques popularized by Gertud Vasegaard and CH Sta...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Nils Kähler table lamp in white glazed ceramic, Denmark 1960’s
By Nils Kähler
Located in Valby, 84
A stunning table lamp designed by Nils Kähler in the 1960s, showcasing the hallmark craftsmanship and timeless design of the Kähler ceramics workshop. This piece features a minimalis...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Classic Danish Mid-Century Table Lamp 306 "Kiplamp" Designed by Kaare Klint
By Le Klint, Kaare Klint
Located in Esbjerg, DK
The grand father of Danish design Kaare Klint designed this beautiful brass lamp in 1945 and added a functionality to the lamp that hasn't been seen before at that time: The lamp cou...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Early Poul Henningsen Pat. Appl. PH 3/2 table lamp, 1927
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare early ’PH 3/2 table lamp’ with patinated browned brass frame and original red/golden copper shades. Designed 1926 and made at Louis Poulsen, 1927-1928. Stamped ‘PAT.APPL.’ P.O.A...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper
Inger Persson, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Inger Persson and produced by Rörstrand, Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 9.2“ H x 4.375“ Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (in...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of B54 Table Lamps by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB Markaryd, 1955
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Elegant pair of table lamps by renowned Swedish designer Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd, designed in 1955. Each lamp features a solid teak arm, original white lacquered metal shade...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Just Andersen, Table Lamp, Disko Metal, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A disko metal table lamp designed and produced by Just Andersen, Denmark, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 17.25 “ H x 5.5” W x 6“ D
Dimensions of Shade (inches): 9 “ Top Diam...
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1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Pair of 'Fringe' Table Lamps in Brass and Silk
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, pair of 'Fringe' table lamps, model B-140, brass, silk, Sweden, 1960s
These extravagant desk lights are composed...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
A 19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Style Samson Porcelain Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A 19th Century Chinese Famille Rose Style Samson Porcelain vase and cover, ormolu-mounted in lamp
Polychromed design of flowers and foliages and branches and vases, the ginger jar on...
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Table Lamps
Materials
Ormolu
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp, Hans Bergström, ASEA, Sweden, 1950s
By ASEA, Hans Bergström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant table lamp by Hans Bergström, made from brass and teak. Handle embossed with decorative stripes.
Hans Bergström was the owner and creative director of the lighting firm Atel...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Josef Frank, Large Table Lamps, White-Painted Wood, Svenskt Tenn, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of large table lamps for Svenskt Tenn, Stockholm, Sweden. In painted turned wood.
Lampshades are not included, stated dimensions are without l...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Marianne Starck, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-glazed stoneware table lamp designed by Marianne Starck and produced by Michael Andersen, Bornholm, Denmark, 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 11.25” H x 5” Diameter
Dimens...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson Tripod Wood Table Lamp for AB Ellysett
Located in Glendale, CA
1960s Hans-Agne Jakobsson tripod wood table lamp for AB Ellysett. Designed and produced by Jakobsson in Markaryd, Sweden and executed in thin bentwoo...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Niels Rasmussen Thykier "Kongelys" Table Lamp
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Single "Kongelys" table lamp designed by Niels Rasmussen Thykier. Manufactured by Fog & Mørup. Brass base and white plastic shade.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Ego Stengods, Table Lamp, Stoneware, Rattan, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed stoneware and rattan table lamp, designed and produced by Ego Stengods, Sweden, c. 1960s.
Sold with Lampshade.
Dimensions stated are of Table Lamp with Lampshade att...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Stoneware, Rattan
Danish Modern White Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by C. Clausen, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A classic Scandinavian table lamp in glazed ceramic. The color of the glaze is off-white or egg shell. Made in Denmark circa 1960 for C. Clausen in Svendborg. It features its original bakelite socket with built-in of/on switch. The off-white fluted Danish shade...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
H. A. Kähler Extra L Sculptural Table Lamp by Poul Erik Eliasen Turquoise 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Extraordinarily rare and stunning large danish sculptural table lamp of stoneware designed and hand made by Poul Erik Eliasen
The lampbase is made at the Danish ceramic workshop H...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Stoneware
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and beige fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 26.75” H x 5“ Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26
Number of S...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Red Acrylic Granulate Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Red Acrylic Granulate Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
The lamp needs 1 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt.
Our lamps are checked,...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Table Lamp Model BN 18, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, 1960s.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
White Scandinavian Ceramic Table Lamp from Søholm, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Danish pottery table lamp with a dens white glaze. Stylized architectural shape with soft balanced lines. This particular one was manufacture...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Poul Henningsen Table Lamp Model PH 3½/2 Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare table lamp model PH 3½/2 designed by Poul Henningsen. Produced by Louis Poulsen in Denmark. Marked “PAT. APPL”.
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Copper
Upsala Ekeby, Table Lamp, Earthenware, Sweden, 1930s
By Upsala Ekeby
Located in High Point, NC
A green-glazed and incised earthenware table lamp designed and produced by Upsala Ekeby, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 8.75” H x 6”Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inches...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
Jerk Werkmäster, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A white-glazed ceramic table lamp designed by Jerk Werkmäster and produced by Nittsjö, Sweden, 1930s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 12.1” H x 6.35” Diameter
Dimensions of Shade (inch...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Brass, Oak, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass, oak and off-white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s.
Dimensions of Lamp with Shade (inches): 16.5“ H x 6.4“ Diameter
Bulb Specifications: E-26 gl...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-century Tulip table lamp by Yngve Ekström for Pileprodukter, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Forserum, SE
Table lamp ‘Tulip’ designed in the 1970’s by Swedish architect Yngve Ekström. Made from white acrylic with clear details. It features an orange inner shade that imparts a warm and co...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Acrylic
Selsbo, Table Lamp, Ceramic, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brown-glazed and incised ceramic table lamp designed and produced by Selsbo, Simlångsdalen, Sweden, 1960s.
Dimensions of Lamp (inches): 24“ H x 5.75” W x 5.75” D
Dimensions of Sh...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Modernist Brass Table Lamp, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lovely Swedish Modern table lamp, made from brass in a slender design with three curved feet. Wide, plisséed shade.
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Markslöjd Beech Wood Swedish Modern Art Deco Lamp, 1960s
By Markslöjd
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural organically shaped art deco style table lamp designed and produced by Swedish Markslöjd in the 1960s. Tiers of light colored clear lacquered solid beech wood parts create ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Glass Table Lamps by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of crystal glass table lamps by Carl Fagerlund in a neat size. Made in dark blue glass in a narrow conical shape, almond shaped at the base. Beautiful translucent color, elegant...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pair Of Lisa Johansson-Pape `Ihanne` Table Lamps in Brass & Leather, Orno 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of impressive table lamps with solid brass shades designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape and manufactured by Orno In Finland in the middle of the 20th century. The leather on these h...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Finnish Mid Century "A704" Desk Lamp in Metal & Leather by Alvar Aalto, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare Finnish desk / table lamp model "A704" by Alvar Aalto produced and stamped by Valaistustyö, Finland 1950s. In good original condition.
Dimensi...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Darø, Adjustable Table Lamp, Pine, Rattan, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine and rattan table lamp designed and produced by Darø, Denmark, 1970s.
Dimensions variable, measured as illustrated in first image.
Sold with Lampshade. Dimensions stated...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Rattan, Pine
Swedish Markslöjd Art Deco Style Tiered Wood Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Sculptural organically shaped art deco style table lamp designed and produced by Swedish Markslöjd in the 1960s. Tiers of light colored clear lacquered solid beech wood parts create ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Beech, Glass, Wood
Scandinavian Modern Lion Relief Bronze Table Lamps by Stig Blomberg, Set of 2
Located in Grythyttan, SE
These two Scandinavian modern "Lampan 750" table lamps in bronze by the sculptural artist Stig Blomberg are a fabulously handsome pair of casted bronze lamps...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pewter and Ebony Table Lamp from C. G. Hallberg
By CG Hallberg
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant table lamp from C. G. Hallberg, made from pewter and ebony in the handle. Nicely decorated with geometric lines.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
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.