Table Lamps

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...

An elegant French 19th century Louis XVI st. ormolu and tole bouillotte lamp. The lamp is raised by a fine circular dish with a beautif...

Vincent Pocsik’s sculptural works are a study of human form abstracted down to the point of its most transformative power. Flesh twists, contracts, pushes against bones and skin and ...

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...

The 'Gemini' table lamp was inspired by simplicity of form, color scheme and respect of materials found in Bauhaus movement. It is shown above in a solid natural walnut, matte blue a...

- Handspun and handwoven white lampshade - made of 100% Siroua wool, an endangered sheep living in a volcanic massif with very long wool fibers, located less than 100 km from the weavers' village - the lampshade is made in the Anti-Atlas region by the weavers from the Feija tribe and then the table lamp is assembled by us using cannes de Provence (local reed) and local rock in Marseille. Approximate measurements: 25 L x 25 W x 56 H CM 9.8 L x 9.8 W x 22 H IN For US customers, we put e26 socket and a plug adaptor. The Anti-Atlas region of Morocco seems to be the only region in the world where henna is not only used to adorn the skin or to dye hair but also to decorate woollen textiles. Women weavers go on keeping this ancestral savoir-faire alive from generations to generations. Handmade : Variation is to be expected, each piece differs in color, size, shape and decorations due to its handmade nature and natural dyes. memòri is about simplicity, imperfections, and embracing the "flaws". Care instructions: Hand wash cold with wool detergent only when really necessary. About the artisan This village is landlocked in the mountains of the Moroccan Anti-Atlas, until the early 2000s, it was accessible only on foot or accompanied by mules. The architecture of their typical houses is entirely made of local stones. Two cooperatives and more than 45 Berber women work...

Mid-Century Modern Brushed Chrome Arc Desk Lamp

Lamp with bunch of grapes decorated with an agate plate ,the grapes are in agate, gilded and patined brass circa 1970, good condition not signed that why,...

Taking inspiration from planetary shapes and textures, the Cosmic collection artfully explores the interplay of metal properties and a curated selection of patina finishes. Handcra...

'Nena' table lamp in white metal and wood by Alvaro Benitez. Hand-fabricated by Los Angeles based designer and lighting professional Alvaro Benitez, these highly refined table lamp...

Chic 'Bloc' parchment table lamp by Design Frères. Attractive European style shade mount with no apparent harp / final. The dimensions are the overall dimensions of the lamp an...

A French cylindrical cerused oak table lamp. Includes coordinating harp and finial. Shade for display only. Lamp measures 32.5" H including h...

Large 'Bloc' parchment lamp by Design Frères. Attractive European style shade mount with no apparent harp / final. Comes with the matching custom paper shade shown. Handmade with r...

Akari model 1AS light sculpture by Isamu Noguchi. The shade is made from handmade washi paper and bamboo ribs with original Noguchi Akari manufacturer's stamp. Akari light sculptures...

A very decorative, good quality 19th century ironstone lidded vase. Converted to a lamp. The decoration with dark blue background and gilded detail. Exotic birds amongst flowers and...

The bedside table lamp is part of the re-issued Smilow Lighting collection, originally designed by Mel Smilow in 1956 and officially reintroduced by his daughter Judy Smilow in 2017....

Set of 3 circa 1960's Italian capiz shades. Sold individually. Measurements: Height 5.5" Diameter 7.5".

Contour’s revealing and elegant open framed architecture captures warm LED illumination within a remarkably slender extruded aluminum structure. Intelligent and highly efficient, Con...

Designed in collaboration with Commune design, the V-Lite doubles as a table lamp and a wall sconce. As a sconce, the fixture comes with a large brass b...

TIFFANY the iconic lamp! Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Tiffany, a timeless lamp, inspired by the international movie “Breakfast at Tiffany” and the...

TIFFANY the iconic lamp! Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Tiffany, a timeless lamp, inspired by the international movie “Breakfast at Tiffany” and the...

The Bethel’s organic curves complement the strong grain of walnut. The base is warmed with amber shellac, and paired with earthy green details. Turned walnut base with olive green-dyed ash neck and finial. Brass socket with rotating, dimmer switch, black fabric-covered cord, and trimless, natural linen shade. This piece holds one 60W max 120V E26 lamp...

Small with a big presence, the Marty inhabits intimate spaces, scaled for the bedside or tabletop. Turned, ebonized maple base with an olive green-dyed ash neck and finial. This lamp...

About the Lamp: The Lamp suggests an innovative usability for its light bulb by using a magnetic system. A magnet that is underneath the wood base can be positioned all over the met...

Gustave Serrurier Bovy mahogany and brass "Liszt" pedestal table, circa 1903-1904.

A sculptural table lamp made by Designline. It features heavy brass construction with bright white powder coated tubes. It takes one standard bulb up to 100 watts. It has a very long...

Impressive, sizable Venetian murano blown translucent glass table lamp with baluster form in periwinkle and pink stripes with gold flecks (ca. late 1...

Elegant Mid-Century Modern piano lamp or desk light. Manufactured by Pfäffle Leuchten, 1960s, Germany. Adjustable height and shade. Executed in brass, steel and cast iron, the pia...

PAGODA The calm of resonating with your inner peace For 20 years, we have been committed to offering you unique collections in terms of design and quality. Today we honor the handma...

A Mid-Century Modern desk lamp with an angled, curled-under base that has two coiled, brass pen holders; echoing the brass, adjustable, hose neck. The...

One German Hutschenreuther porcelain table lamp. Signed Leonard. Measures: Height base 43 cm. Diameter base 17 cm. The lampshade is not included in the price.

Inspired by the art of Sumi-e, Japanese black ink drawing, the lamp flows as if stroked in one consecutive line. The dimmable LED desk lamp is available ...

French Art Deco double light desk lamp in polished Chrome and cream color lacquer. New USA wiring.

Mill table lamp, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Mill is a modern lighting concept and an attractive addition to a modern home. A table la...

Eastern Bloc naval aluminium lamp reclaimed from decommissioned 1980's cargo ships. Professionally restored and rewired by hand in our workshop, ready to be reused in modern interiors or outdoor living spaces. This variant was originally a wall light which has been adapted into a table lamp, by adding domed feet, polished brass fasteners and mains cable with inline switch. Specifications: Width: 21cm Height: 21cm Depth: 21cm Weight: kg Lamp holder: E26 100v (with US colour coded wiring) or E27 220v We do not fit a wall plug as this lamp ships internationally, a suitable plug would need to be fitted These vintage industrial wall lights...

This pair of identical twin STACKED Tabletop Illuminated Sculptures are made of salvaged Ash with an ebonized finish. The hand carved base is reminiscent of the automobiles from the...

Lima Cordless Table Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lima cordless table lamp redefines the concepts of functionality and style in contemporary interior design with unparalleled elegance. By combining cutting-edge technology with exquisite craftsmanship, this cordless table lamp offers the freedom to effortlessly create a warm and inviting ambiance anywhere, anytime. Lima Cordless Table Lamp Material Codes FI073 Champagne bronze...

A gorgeous and rare table lamp model 'Tisch-Überall' no. 1092 designed by Josef Frank in 1934 or earlier for Haus & Garten. The offered piece was manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna,...

Designed by Stefanie Haining and Created by Richard Haining, this STACKED Cairn Lamp is Richard's most recent explorations into his signature lighting. As with all of his work, this sculpture was built, sculpted, and finished entirely by hand. To the confusion of many, there is no lathe work involved. The desired profile is defined during the building process. Imagine coil pottery...

'Erreur 404' 16" is a sculptural concrete lamp designed by London-based contemporary lighting designer James Haywood. It is created using low-impact c...

A very large and impressive neoclassical bronze table lamp attributed to E. F. Caldwell and Co, New York City. Very finely hand chased and chiseled gilt bronze in the neoclassical ta...

Pretty lamp is entirely hand-made in Tuscany, Italy, and it is inspired by a young girl, a very pretty woman. Pretty is a lamp that has characteristics of softness and strength, it i...

DAISY A contemporary-Renaissance lady, adorned by a bright four-leaf necklace The House of Sabrina Landini is a step into a world of elegance and design, home décor items meticulo...

This a fabulous five-light table lamp with clustered grapes as shades, handblown applied leaves on Art Nouveau solid iron base. Made in Czechoslovakia it is the perfect lamp for a wi...

White TOTEM in enameled ceramic, table lamp bringing to your space an amazing light experience when the night falls, and a stunning sculptural presence during the day. Approx dimensi...

Rare Milo Baughman vented chrome table, desk or floor lamp . Wood structure covered with chromed steel sheet . Contain 2 E26 ceramic socket rated at 60 watt each . Origin...

A Chinese vintage Japanese Kutani style lamp from the mid-20th century, with court scenes and wooden base. Crafted in China during the midcentu...

White ceramic table lamp, brass and natural raffia dome circa 1960. The snail sculpture has a grace and charm of extraordinary beauty.

Beautiful, large vintage Murano handblown white filigrana basket with flower murrines Italian art glass paperweight on lighted base. Documented to the Fratelli Toso company. It has d...

This is a colourful antique Chinese porcelain vase, depicting a traditional Chinese scene with exotic birds and landscape, converted into an elegant table lamp with a fine linen shad...

Practical size Art Deco desk lamp with a wonderful look and feel. There is something about table lamps from the past that you just don't find in modern lamps. If you don't have the right eye than this particular 1920s desk lamp...

PATA DE ELEFANTE MEDIUM table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– ...

Lamp model Svep floor lamp designed by Konsthantverk and manufactured by themselves. The production of lamps, wall lights and floor lamps are manufactured using craftsman’s techni...

A term derived from Greek mythology, Muses were nine goddesses, that symbolized the greatest of arts and sciences. Today a Muse is defined as a person or object who is the source of inspiration for a creative artist. SEED Design has brought a spark of ingenuity and created our very own MUSE. The CASTLE Muse Table...

The “technicity” of the metal element combined with the blown glass diffuser gives tread an “industrial” style. An object reminiscent of vintage electrical equipment for its particul...

This little neoclassical style gilt bronze and marble candlestick by Gherardo Degli Albizzi would be ideal to be placed on a bedside table. Even if it features classical shape, overa...

This original sculptural, truly artisanal small table lamp is a handmade, timeless example of 21st century organic modern design. Its artisanal, sensuous shape, reminiscent of Brancusi's minimal, totemic 20th century sculptures, is designed and made in Australia of hand-selected, rock maple on a single lathe by master craftsmen. Our soft black ebonized finish is buffed to an elegant gloss. Baby Frank Table Lamp is the perfect desk or hall table light. Baby Frank Table Lamps are also available in sustainable richly figured native rosewood with a natural hand-oiled finish. Baby Frank Lamps includes an Italian linen shade in a wide range of colours, with our signature hand-stitched stitched bottom edge and side seam and our signature bronzed shade armature. Standard stitching colours are white, black and we source custom colours. We are also happy to work with suitable custom fabrics. Baby Frank Table Lamp is wired in Australia for international use with elegant clear lamp...

Mini version of the Pipistrello lamp designed by Gae Aulenti in 1965. Table lamp diffused lighting. Glazed stainless steel structure, white opal methacrylate diffuser. Base and knob...