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Table Lamps For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Georgian
Rope Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A surrealist rope table lamp with hessian shade. Circa 1980's France.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Rope

Vintage Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous vintage ceramic table lamp, made in England and dating from around the 1970’s. It has a stunning green glaze, it is beautifully shaped and is a lovely size. The green con...
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Vintage Murano Handmade Glass Table Lamp by Vetrerie Mazzega, 70s New Old Stock
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Superb vintage table lamp made of ice frost Murano glass with green and brown hues, crafted by the legendary Vetrerie Mazzega in Italy. Made by four pieces of heavy and thick ice-li...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Steel

Vintage Space Age Mushroom Table Lamp by Herda, Mid Century Modern
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A cute classic mushroom table lamp by the Dutch brand Herda in white/beige colour. The classy white mushroom shade produces a nice and warm light. The lamp requires one E27 (standard...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Murano Handmade Ice Glass Table Lamps by Vetrerie Mazzega, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Step into the allure of 70s design with this extraordinary pair of table lamps from Vetrerie Mazzega, crafted in the heart of Murano. A true collector's dream, these lamps are an unp...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Rare Table Lamps in the Style of Maison Baguès, France, 1950s
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare pair of clear glass and bronze flower table lamps in the style of Maison Baguès, France, circa 1950s. Socket: each 1 x E27 or E26 (US) ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Achille Castiglioni, Lampadina Small Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Its name means, literally, "bulb," and it's easy to see why with one look at this playful 1972 Achille Castiglioni design. This unique table lamp provides direct and diffused light t...
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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Vintage table lamp, lava ceramic
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Height: 24 cm. Ø: 13 cm. Origin: France, 1960s. Material: ceramic. The lamp is equipped with a bayonet bulb holder with adapter to E14. All our lamps are suitable for LED bulbs.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Ceramic

1970s Swedish Large Pair Of Brass Table Lamps With Cone Shaped Shades
Located in London, GB
A stunning 1970’s very large pair of brass Swedish table lamps with conic lamp shades. The shape of the shades cast a really warm and beautiful diffuse ambient light. These structura...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

Annie Maume ceramic lamp, France
Located in L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Annie Maume (1945 – ) La Borne School. Finely enameled stoneware lamp, decorated with a delicate decoration of ash enamels in subtle shades of wine lees, brown and black. The lamp, ...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Flying Saucer Adjustable Red Desk Lamp, Italian
Located in London, GB
The sleek flat base, a hallmark of mid-century aesthetics, provides stability and a sense of balance to the lamp's unique form. Adding a touch of elegance to the design is the beauti...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Vintage Golden Table Lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Rinnovel, 1950s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Rare and iconic lamp conceived by the creative genius of Ettore Sottsass and produced by Rinnovel. Distinctive aluminium cone lampshade with a shining golden color, supported by a m...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Lamapade GREEN TILES
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of "TEGOLINE VERDI" lamps by Roberto Giulio Rida "Green Tile" table lamps are part of a small collection of lamps in the following colors: gold, green and blue. Each pair is un...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Harvey Guzzini Chrome and Travertine Base Arc Table Lamp
Located in Toronto, ON
Spectacular Harvey Guzzini table lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. This gorgeous design features a chrome body and a travertine base. The heavy travertine base is square shaped while ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Travertine, Chrome

Rare Murano Glass Table Lamp 'I Numerati' Nason Mazzega, 1970s
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
Illuminate your space with the allure of vintage 70s lamps, embodied in this plush and rare ‘I Numerati’ table lamp designed by Carlo Nason for Mazzeg...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Globe by Vistosi, Italy 1970
Located in Amstelveen, NL
Impressive globe lamp by Vistosi, Italy 1970's. Handblown Murano glass by the masters of Vistosi. Vistosi lamps are created by a team of renowned international designers. Their produ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of brass table lamps model 2466 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Pair of table lamps model 2466 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass, lacquered brass and original fabric shades. Stamped. Josef Frank was a true European...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

Large Vintage Italian Chrome Table Lamp by Franco Albini
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very large vintage Italian chrome table lamp by Franco Albini and Franca Helg. This was manufactured in Italy by Sirrah, it dates from the 1970’s. This is the very ra...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Chrome

Mid-century pair of brass table lamp, Ingo Maurer, attr. Stilnovo Italy, 1960s
Located in Firenze, IT
Mid-century pair of brass table lamp attributed to Ingo Maurer, Stilnovo, Italy 1960s Brass base, opaline glass H 44 cm x 28 cm diam. Conditions: excellent, no defects. In worki...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Table Lamp by Giuliano Cesari for Sormani, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Travertine Table Lamp by Giuliano Cesari for Sormani, Italy, 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Travertine

"GREEN HUBBLE" Table Lamps by Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of "HUBBLE GREEN" lamps by Roberto Giulio Rida The Hubble lamps belong to the Hubble Collection that designer and artist Roberto Giulio Rida wanted to create in honor of his g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Crystal, Brass

Pair of Vintage Chrome and Brass Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made pair of vintage chrome and brass table lamps. They were made in Italy, they date from around the 1970’s. The quality is exceptional, they are ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass, Chrome

Rare Yasha Heifetz Mounted Lavender Glazed Ceramic Nautilus Shell Lamp, 1950s
Located in Long Island City, NY
Rare Yasha Heifetz Mounted Lavender Glazed Ceramic Nautilus Shell Lamp, Circa 1950s. A beautiful biomorphic rendering of a nautilus shell with mottled...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Ceramic, Wood

Mid-Century Table Lamp Black Clay
Located in ROUEN, FR
Mid-Century black clay table lamp, circa 1970. This clay lamp is a unique piece, dating back to the 1970s and handmade by a French artisan. Its pyramidal design and graphic patterns...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Enamel

Pair of "Oval Rocks" Lamps by Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of lamps "ROCCE OVALI" by Roberto Giulio Rida These lamps are part of the "ROCCE" Collection, an iconic collection that Roberto Giulio Rida has always repurposed in different s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Multi-gemstone, Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate, Gold

Pair of Vintage Brass Table Lamps with Velvet Shades
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made pair of vintage brass table lamps with velvet shades. They were made in France, they date from around the 1970’s. The quality is outstanding, the s...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

Vintage fractal resin lamp, 1970, France
Located in TOURS, FR
Rare fractal resin table lamp, 1970, France Similar to Pierre Giraudon, Marie-Claude de Fouquières, Henri Fernandez, François Godebski...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Resin

Large Vintage Brass Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very impressive large vintage brass table lamp. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1960’s. The beaten brass ...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

"Parola" Table Lamp from Studio Tetrarch, 1968
Located in Napoli, IT
"Parola" table lamp from Studio Tetrarch, 1968 Bibliography: Casa Amica by Giuliana Gramigna.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Pair Blanc De Chine Italian White Porcelain Urn Table Lamps with Grape Leaves
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of vintage Italian white Blanc de Chine porcelain table lamps, circa 1950. Both of these large lamps were disassembled, cleaned, and professionally restored. The metal bases ar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Angelo Mangiarotti, Original Lesbo Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
Rare lamp made of opaque white and transparent blown glass and cast metal base. Light scuffs with minor signs of use and age. This vintage lamp remains in excellent condition. If nec...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Table Lamp Model 2468 Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Table lamp model 2468 designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s. Brass with cotton shades. Stamped. Model 2468 is a delightful brass table lamp with three small shades in green, yellow, and red. The lamp has an elegant brass base with three stems that hold the shades at different heights. Because of its tricolour shades, it is known as the “traffic light lamp”. Designed by Josef Frank in the 1950s, this lamp has become a timeless Svenskt Tenn collectable. H: 54 cm W: 42 cm Shade D: 15 cm Josef Frank was a true European, he was also a pioneer of what would become classic 20th century Swedish design and the “Scandinavian Design Style”. Austrian- born Frank started his design career as an architect after having trained at the Technische Hochschule in Vienna between 1903 and 1910. After his training he went on to teach at Kunstgewerbeschule (The Viennese School of Arts and crafts) where he developed and espoused the new school of modernist thinking towards Architecture and Design that was coming to fruition in Vienna at the time. He also went on to lead the Vienna Werkbund throughout the 1920s. This was a truly progressive group of Architects and Designers who set about improving the daily lives of Austrian people through modernist design and architecture in partnership with Arts and Crafts ideals and construction. Frank’s leadership of the Werkbund had already cemented his place at the forefront of European design. Frank’s time in Vienna was typified by his design for the “Die Wohnung” exhibition of the Deutscher Werkbund in Stuttgart, 1927 where he exhibited along side his contemporaries at the forefront of design, such as the likes of Le Corbusier and Walter Gropius. Here he showed a specially designed pair of flat-roofed reinforced concrete houses in what is now seen as a typical modernist style. What separated Frank’s house from the other 32 houses of the exhibition was the interior and furniture inside the building. It was described as “Neo-Classical” and filled with an eclectic mix of period pieces, modern design and pieces designed by Frank himself that seemed to cross the two worlds. This was a complete opposite direction to that which his fellow Architects were travelling in with their pared back and angular aesthetics. Frank said of his own work: “The house is not a work of art, simply a place where one lives,” and by this reasoning Frank rejected the regimental mechanisation of the living space that his contemporaries believed in, instead he set about creating congenial and spontaneous interiors. Frank’s practice saw him placing the bright colours and the soft forms of nature back into the furnishings and interiors that he thought modernism sorely mist. Frank, along with Oskar Walch set up Haus und Garten in Vienna in 1925. This was Frank’s first commercial foray into furniture and home furnishings and the company went on to become the most influential furnishing house in Vienna with a riotous depth of colour and interesting shapes becoming the trademark of their design. However this success was to come to an end with rise of Nazism in Vienna in the early 1930’s. Frank was Jewish, and he and his wife Anna decided they would leave Vienna for her motherland: Sweden, in 1933. Frank continued to design for Haus and Garten, visiting Vienna occasionally and designing the pieces that would continue to be the company’s best sellers long after Frank was forced to hand the company over in 1938 after the Third Reich annexation of Austria. When Josef and Anna had moved to Sweden Frank had struck up a working relationship with Design shop owner Estrid Ericson. Ericson was the proprietor of Svenskt Tenn that at this point was a successful interiors shop in Stockholm with the royal warrant of appointment to the Swedish Royal Household. In 1935 Frank had become the chief designer for Svenskt Tenn and had set about putting all of his creative effort into his designs for the company. At the World Expositions in Paris in 1937 and New York in 1939 the world saw for the first time the wealth of products that Frank had been working on, ranging from candlesticks to cabinets, there was not a domestic object that Frank had not subjected to his colourful, comfortable and organic style of Modernism. Frank’s new school of Modernism championed ideas such as chairs having a freeing, open back and that “If one desires the room to be comfortable…all pieces of furniture should allow for a free view of the separating line between the floor and the wall. A cabinet without legs breaks this line and thus reduces the feeling of space.” A world-wide audience tired of classic Modernism’s furniture with solid planes and aggressive forms leapt upon these ideas and Franks natural and bright designs for Svenskt Tenn became internationally desired. Frank created over 2000 designs for Svenskt Tenn and his products continue to be the core of their brand. Frank’s rejections of tubular metal and heavy lacquers within his furniture have insured his unique light form of Modernism continues to influence and flourish today. His natural toned mahogany and walnut pieces along with his tactile leather covered and brightly shaded lighting still bring the forms of nature back into the home. Original Frank pieces are now increasingly rare, highly desirable and are the epitome of “Scandinavian Design”. Renowned Designer and Academic Isle Crawford...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern White and Yellow Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures: W7.5 D7.5 H29 Vintage table lamp with matte white finish accented by yellow details following the pattern on the table lamp. The brass base and details have patina. The ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Origin of God Sculptural White Ceramic Table Lamp, Tribute to Lucio Fontana
Located in Rome, IT
"THE ORIGIN OF GOD", white egg light holes sculptural white ceramic table lamp by Lorenzo Ciompi limited edition 2023 a tribute to Lucio Fontana, inspired ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Lampada vetro di murano '80
Located in Roma, IT
Lampada a forma di funga di grandi dimensioni La lampada e vetro di murano di colore bianco con striature trasparenti crea una luce morbida La lampada e alta 38 cm con un diametro ...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Lovely Set of Italian Design Table Lamps in Minimalist Stilnovo Style Brass 1950
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous pair of Italian 1950 design table lamps/lights in the style of stilnovo. Patinated brass frame with white metal shades. The shades can be ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

1970's, Vintage Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A lovely vintage table lamp in brass, wrapped in peach fabric. This was made in England, it dates from the 1970s. It is of excellent quality an...
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1970s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Brass

1960’s Mid Century Vintage Italian Desk / Reading Lamp
Located in London, GB
A small desk lamp with chrome base and neck, with sky blue painted metal shade. The lamp is Italian (sourced from Italy). Fully rewired and fitted with an earth connection and E...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Space Age Cosack Chromed Table Lamps, Set of two, 1970s
Located in Renens, CH
Wonderful pair of table lamps in chromed metal: These lamps are in great condition with minor signs of use. Each lamp takes a E27/E26 standard screw-in bulb. Suitable for the US p...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

1974, Aldo Van Den Nieuwelaar, for ABN, Table Lamp with White Shade
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This item is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredible Dune Villa, Amsterdam Beach...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Plastic

Pierre Guariche G24 Table Lamp in Black and White for Sammode Studio
Located in Renens, CH
Designed by Pierre Guariche in 1953, this elegant, delicate and sculptural lamp is perfect for a desk, a console or a bedside table. This iconic lamp is newly produced in an autho...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

1970s Travertine Lamp by Philippe Barbier for Maison Barbier Paris France
Located in Antwerp, BE
1970s Large Travertine Floor Lamp design by Philippe Barbier for Maison Barbier Paris France. In the pure decorative spirit of 1970, very beautiful lamp by Philippe Barbier designer...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Travertine, Brass

Pair of table lamps "TEGOLINE AMBRA"
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pair of lamps "TEGOLINE AMBRA" Brass structures patinated and protected with clear lacquer, made handcrafted and specifically to accommodate the pair of glass vintage amber curved ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

1970's Vintage Brass Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage brass table / desk lamp. This was made in Spain, it dates from around the 1970’s. It is of fantastic quality,...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Green Table Lamp, Ceramic, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern green table lamp, ceramic, 1970s.
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Peter Hamburger, Modernist Crylicord Desk Lamp, Knoll International, 1960s
Located in Firenze, IT
Crylicord Modernist desk lamp designed by Peter Hamburger Knoll International, 1960s Acrylic with adjustable chromed metal shade. H 28 cm - 17 x 35 cm Permanent collectio...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Metal

Monumental Isamu Noguchi Akari 23N Floor Lamp
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Isamu Noguchi Akari 23N floor lamp. Executed in handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp and metal legs. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Gino Sarfatti Lamp Model 548 Polished Brass with Blue Difuser by Astep
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Model 548 Design by Gino Sarfatti The table lamp designed in 1951 is a study in balance and light reflection through a screen, a recurring theme in Gino Sarfatti’s work. Model 548 ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Gino Sarfatti Lamp Model 548 Polished Brass with Grey Difuser by Astep
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Model 548 Design by Gino Sarfatti The table lamp designed in 1951 is a study in balance and light reflection through a screen, a recurring theme in Gino Sarfatti’s work. Model 548 ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Vico Magistretti 'Atollo' Medium Metal Satin Gold Table Lamp by Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table lamp designed by Vico Magistretti in 1977 Manufactured by Oluce, Italy. Designed in 1977 by Vico Magistretti, over the years, Atollo has become the archetype of the table l...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Glass Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern glass table lamp, 1960s.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Glass

Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Textile, Wood

Mid Century Modern Mushroom Table Lamp by Designline in White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A handsome table lamp in a conical mushroom form after Laurel Lamp Company. The lamp features a cast aluminum base with a white powder coat and a mouth blown frosted glass lamp shade.
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Pair of 1960's Lead Cut Glass Table Lamps
Located in Mexico City, MX
A 1960's pair of cut glass table lamps. The glass body shows facet cut design. Sockets and shade holders are made of silvery metal. No shades included.
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1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Cut Glass

Accolay table lamp
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful stick-on lamp, with a ceramic base and a resin lampshade typical of the 60s, 70s and the particularity of having two light points, the base a...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Table Lamps

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Ceramic

MId-Century Murano Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
MId-century Venetian lamp with many controlled bubbles throughout. With applied aqua glass swirls. Custom parchment shade. New acrylic base. Shade dimension is 7" high x 13" in diame...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass, Acrylic

Zuccheri Toni Globe Table Lamp
Located in Brussels, BE
Zuccheri Toni globe table lamp.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Glass

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Reside...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Textile

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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