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Modern Table Lamps

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Italian Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A green-coloured, frosted glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 14.85" H x 11.85” W x 3” D Bulb Specifications: E-14 Bulb...
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1940s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Donghia Stacked Carrera Marble Column Lamps, Circa 1980s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Donghia Stacked Carrera Marble Column Lamps, Circa 1980s A pair of Donghia Stacked Carrera Marble Column Lamps, dating from the 1980s. These postmodern columns are composed ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Vistosi Futura Medium Table Lamp with Black Frame by Hangar Design Group
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Collection of lamps in blown glass available in transparent and three exclusive colors combined with different finishes of the metal ring. The glass is blown in one piece but the par...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Iridescent Clear Ball Lamps, Contemporary
Located in Westport, CT
Beautiful pair of artisan blown iridescent clear ball lamps Electrified to code with UL approved parts, hardware in polished brass with pull chains for 2 medium base bulbs per lamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Lampes
Located in Paris, FR
Pair of floor lamps by Hungarian designer Mathieu Matégot
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Minimal Bentwood Small Table Lamp in a Lacquered Finish by Raka Studio
Located in Cape Girardeau, MO
A minimally designed side lamp made using solid ash wood that displays the natural flow of wood with its natural grain as it has been finished in clear lacquer. Our Vrksa Collect...
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2010s Unknown Modern Table Lamps

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Ash, Bentwood

FLOS Bon Jour Versailles Chrome Lamp w/ Soft Avo Crown by Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This modern and timeless design is a result of the collaboration between flos and acclaimed designer Phillippe Starck. Blending together two dynamic pieces—the Flos 2017 design Bon Jour Lamps and the Versaille candleholder created by Baccarat—the Bon Jour Versailles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Modern Table Lamps Chrome and Faux Horn Silver and Off White Marble Base a apair
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Vintage a pair modern table lamps Made of chrome, 2 faux horns on a marble base With gold/off white matching lampshades ( new condition ) Style...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

VISTOSI- Murano glass lamp and steel base - Made in. Italy 1970
Located in Milano, IT
Vistosi - a beautiful table lamp, which due to its lightness and elegance can be used for furnish and illuminate an environment whether modern or antique ,
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Steel

Henri Fernandez Brass Leaf and Petrified Wood Sculptural Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
This striking table lamp, designed by renowned French artist Henri Fernandez in the 1970s, will add a touch of sculptural elegance to any room. Crafted from brass and featuring a uni...
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1970s French Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Giorgetti Gea Outdoor Table Lamp by Chi Wing Lo
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Chi Wing Lo From the Greek γαια, meaning “the earth", GEA celebrates the beauty and openness of outdoor living. The transparency of onyx or that of white crystal, which...
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Onyx, Metal, Steel

Vistosi Sata LT Table Lamp by Favaretto&Partners
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
This lighting system carries on with the stylistic reflection of Trepai, and gives even more emphasis to ash wood, which forms the rigorous and geometric structure where the blown gl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Blown Glass

Monumental 1980's Royal Haeger White Glazed Ceramic Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental 1980's pair of glazed white pottery lamps, with original white enamelled finials. Signed Royal Haeger, with paper label on socket. Lamps measure: 35" height to top of...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Molto Table Lamp or Reading Lamp in Brass and Enameled Mesh, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
The Molto table lamp or desk lamp is a fresh, new take on Italian modernism, featuring a spun metal mesh shade, brass counterweight and a heavy black ...
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2010s North American Modern Table Lamps

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Brass, Nickel, Enamel, Bronze

Vistosi Lucciola Table Lamp in White by Vetreria Vistosi Historic Archive
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Table lamp with oval, mouth-blown satin glass shade E26 lighting.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Dark Bronze Tree Table Lamp by Elan Atelier (made to order)
Located in New York, NY
Dark Bronze Tree Table Lamp with White Linen Shade by Elan Atelier (made to order) Cast bronze table lamp with linen shade produced using the superi...
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2010s European Modern Table Lamps

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Bronze

Mark Holmes 'Seam One' Table Lamp in 24k Gold Finish for E15 Selected
By Mark Holmes
Located in Tilburg, NL
Mark Holmes 'SEAM ONE' table lamp in 24K gold finish for E15 Selected. Designed in 2003, New Production. To visually signify the company’s 10th anniversary, in 2006 e15 exchanged the e15 signal orange with gold. It symbolised the censure after this first decade of e15 and at the same time the transition into the next few years of our work. As a special product for the anniversary e15 presented the light SEAM ONE as a limited edition piece, which in its gold finish bridges the gap to our collection. The object by British designer Mark Holmes has been awarded several times (for example, IF-Design Award, Red Dot Design Award, Wallpaper* Editors Award) and has been part of the e15 collection since 2003. The light SEAM ONE is an elegant and contemporary interpretation of the classic table light whose sculptural body is a direct result of its clear lines and accurate folding. At the heart of the design is the aim to keep the number of components to a minimum, the construction as simple as possible, the proportions as balanced as possible and the light as strong as possible – requirements, product specific, which as such are at the heart of all e15 furniture pieces. The golden anniversary...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Table Lamps

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Gold

Diadema Table Lamp in Crystal by Vistosi
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Diadema is a lighting system based on a single element, the rod of pure glass. It takes advantage of the way it reflects and transmits the light, while offering a sense of movement b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Crystal

Vistosi Lucciola Table Lamp in White by Vetreria Vistosi Historic Archive
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Treviso
Table lamp with oval, mouth-blown satin glass shade. E26 lighting.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

FLOS Goldman USB Table Lamp in Black by Ron Gilad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This well-known design gets a technological twist thanks to artist Ron Gilad, who created the Goldman to feature diffusers made of clear methacrylate and an aluminium frame. There is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Tablel Lamp 'RUSPA' by Gae AULENTI
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Table lamp designed by Gae Aulenti for Martinelli Luce, Italy 1968. Metall and aluminium table lamp in glossy white lacquer. Central movable arm with two semi-circular separately mo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

PH 3½-2½ Table Lamp With Metal Top Shade In Yellow & Brown Painted Brass Frame
Located in Lejre, DK
PH 3½-2½ table lamp, designed by Poul Henningsen and produced by Louis Poulsen. The lamp is part of the iconic PH series, which is based on Henningsen's advanced three-shade system, ...
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2010s Danish Modern Table Lamps

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Brass, Metal

Tiffany Contemporary Table Lamp 23 Sun Painted Gauze Silvered Glass, Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

2024 Greta M. Grossman for GUBI Grashoppa Table Lamp 3x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Grashoppa Table Lamp, originally designed by Greta M. Grossman for GUBI in 1947. These particular examples were produced in Denmark in 2024. The lamps are comprised of a br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

French Ceramic and Lucite Table Lamp Pink and Clear Base
Located in Miami, FL
A fine quality pink glazed ceramic and lucite Table Lamp, circa 1980s. Newly rewired. This pale pink glazed ceramic table lamp with a lucite base and final is in perfect vintage condition. The lucite base makes the lamp taller and more chic. Included is a very high quality custom lamp shade...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Table Lamps

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Textile, Lucite, Ceramic

Modern Italian Table Lamp "Tommy Wireless" - Light Bronze
Located in Milano, IT
The Tommy wireless table lamp by MATLIGHT Milano is a versatile and functional led light that is designed for use on a table, whether it be in a residential or commercial setting. It...
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Alabaster, Brass

Pair of Karl Springer Modern Citron Goatskin Sphere Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Modern sphere citron goatskin table lamps. (KARL SPRINGER LTD) (PRICED AS PAIR) (NOTE: lamp shades can be purhased separately) Condition: Good; Wear consistent with age and use
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20th Century North American Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Tiffany Contemporary Table Lamp 40 Blush Silk Silvered Glass Belt Antiqued Bras
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Casual Lamps of California Terracotta Monumental Sculpted Lamp Glazed Finish
Located in Lomita, CA
Warm terra cotta tones and beautiful sculpted pottery combine to make this monumental lamp great statement lighting. The lamp is made by Casual Lamps of California...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Table Lamps

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Pottery, Terracotta

Tiffany Contemporary Table Lamp 40 Gold Silk Silvered Glass Belt, Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional expe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of 1960s Ginger Jar Crackle-glass Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
each of shapely lamp with a nod to Chinese ceramic ginger jars composed of a luminous crackle-glass; all resting on gold painted wooden bases; height: 15.75" (top of glass) 26" (top ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Art Glass

European, Silhouette Table Lamp by Margit Wittig, Bronze Resin
Located in London, GB
New collection: This contemporary Margit Wittig table lamp sits on a round base . The material Wittig chose for this unique 21st century table lamp is bio-resin, with 40% recycled co...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Modernist Sybold Van Ravesteyn Table Lamp, Giso, Netherlands, 2022
By Gispen Culemborg, Sybold Van Ravesteyn
Located in The Hague, NL
An important example of perfect simplicity, this lamp was designed by Sybold van Ravesteyn in 1926. Made of chrome-plated nickel, the design is now officially re-issued by Giso Verlichting in a limited edition. An iconic "less is more" design capturing the essence of minimalism and modernism in lighting. The lamp comes with a bakelite, button light...
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2010s Dutch Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Chrome, Nickel

Contemporary Off-White Table Lamp, Storm Light Copper by Johannes Hemann
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary off-white table lamp - storm light copper by Johannes Hemann. Material: polycarbonate, copper Dimensions: Ø 38 x H 45 cm Material options: white, grey, blue The Storm S...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Table Lamps

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Copper, Other

Black and Pink Stratos Capsule Table Light by Dechem Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Black and pink stratos capsule table light by Dechem Studio Dimensions: D 15 x H 22 cm Materials: aluminum, glass. Also available: different colours available. Different shapes...
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2010s Czech Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum

Natural Básica Mínima Batería Table Lamp by Santiago Roqueta, Santa & Cole
Located in Geneve, CH
Natural Básica Mínima Batería table lamp by Santiago Roqueta, Santa & Cole Dimensions: D 12.7 x H 33 cm Materials: Bronze, birch wood, ribbon. Available in other lampshade. Bás...
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2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps

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Bronze

Exceptional Pair of Large-Scale Vintage Textural Ceramic Vessels as Custom Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent lamps are shipped as photographed and described in the narrative. They are custom built using materials of the highest quality and are shipped complete with the new...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Christophe Pillet Floor Lamp Berlin 323 Anodic Brass by Oluce
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Floor Lamp model Berlin 323, by Christophe Pillet. Manufactured by Oluce, Italy. Materials: Metal, glass Dimensions: Ø 30 cm, H 180 cm This are the dimensions of the base and the...
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

FRANCO ALBINI and FRANCA HELG - mod. AM/AS - SIRRAH - Made in Italy 1960.
Located in Milano, IT
Designed by Franco ALBINI and Franca HELG and produced by SIRRAH, the lamp aM/AS model , has a brass base is its original white opaline lampshade . It is in perfect condition and in...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Modernist Faceted Hand-Blown Mineral Green Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
These precise and beautifully made Pair of Modernist Faceted Hand-Blown Mineral Green Murano Glass Table Lamps originates from Italy during the 21st century. Featuring a body in a lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

1970s Robert Sonneman Chrome and Painted Metal Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1970s Robert Sonneman chrome and painted metal table lamp.
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1970s Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Pair of Architectural Fragment Table Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Experience the fusion of old-world charm and contemporary flair with this exquisite pair of lamps. Crafted from antique architectural fragments, they stand atop sleek lucite bases, m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

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Oak

Large Handcrafted English Ash Lamp
Located in London, GB
A large handcrafted turned disc of English Ash with brass fittings and non-slip rubber feet. A one of kind - Made in London. Can be used internationally with the change of a plug.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Table Lamps

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Ash

Murano Glass Aqua and Chrome “Tormalina” Slab Lamps
Located in Austin, TX
Murano glass aqua “tormalina” slab lamps with beautiful polished chrome structures. We love the hand-blown slab glass elements in both a frosted clear and a frosted aqua hue. These s...
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome

Mazzega Table Lamp In Nickel-Plated Metal And Murano Glass (Without Lampshade)
Located in Prato, Tuscany
We kindly suggest you read the whole description, because with it we try to give you detailed technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. Origi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Large Pair 1960s Blue & Teal Drip Glaze Bulbous-form Lamps with Textured Surface
Located in San Francisco, CA
each with flaring neck above a bulbous body; the textured surface covered in a deeply colored blue and teal drip glaze
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1960s American Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Ceramic

Uma Sound Lantern in Aluminium and Tan by Pablo Designs
Located in San Francisco, CA
The revolutionary UMA sound lantern redefines the portable lantern for the modern age. Fusing state-of the-art warm dim LED technology with 360° high fidelit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

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Steel

Pair of Hand-blown Amber-Colored Murano Glass Table Lamps by Vistosi Murano 1980
Located in Florence, IT
Pair of Hand-blown Amber-Colored Murano Glass Table Lamps with black Murano Glass base with brass details by Vistosi (Murano). The cup containing a regular light bulb is made of ambe...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Pair of 20th Century French Modern Patinated Bronze Sculptural Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 20th Century French Modern Patinated Bronze Sculptural Lamps France, Later 20th Century A Pair of 20th Century French Modern Patinated Bronze Sculptural Lamps, made in France in the later 20th century. These lamps, standing at an impressive and sleek 39.5 inches high with shades, showcase beautiful all-over patination that adds depth and character to their design. Each lamp features a bronze shade measuring 6 inches in height and 8.5 inches in diameter, adding an extra layer of sophistication. The lamp itself stands at 24.75 inches high, with a sculptural column adorned with a 'rope' bound medallion, resting on a 6-inch diameter bronze ball base. These lamps have been newly rewired with an inline switch, making them ready to be effortlessly placed and used. The combination of modern design elements and traditional bronze craftsmanship makes this pair of French sculptural lamps...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Table Lamps

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Bronze

Tiffany contemporary Floor Lamp 40 Rust Silk, Antiqued Brass, Silvered Glass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Custom Pair of Cubist Inspired Plaster Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of cubist inspired plaster lamps. The lamp shades are not included. Please inquire about customization. Lead Time is 8-10 weeks.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

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Plaster

Plaster table lamps by LYNX
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of table lamps in sculpted plaster. Signed piece by the artist LYNX. France, 2024.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Table Lamps

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Plaster

Skyscraper Frosted Lucite Lamps
Located in Denton, TX
Skyscraper frosted and chiseled stacked Lucite table lamps in the style of Van Teal.
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1980s American Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Acrylic, Lucite

French Ceramic "Bougeoir" Table or Desk Lamp with Parchment Paper Shade
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French ceramic "bougeoir" (candlestick shape) table or desk lamp with parchment paper shade. Gorgeous oxblood glaze.
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1960s French Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Parchment Paper, Ceramic

Alessandro Mendini “Cubosfera” Table Lamp Metal Crome Glass 1968 Italy
Located in Oirlo, LI
The Cubosfera table lamp, designed by renowned Italian designer Alessandro Mendini for Fidenza Vetraria, is undeniably one of the iconic pieces of Italian design. Its striking aesthe...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Table Lamps

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Murano Glass

Tiffany Contemporary Table Lamp 40 Tree Silk Silvered Glass antiqued Brass
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
TIFFANY The first one, Audrey inspired the iconic Introducing Sabrina's breathtaking collection of Tiffany lamps. Year after year Sabrina Landini perpetuates its exceptional exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Set/2 Modern Table Lamps, Glass Base, Silk Lampshade, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set/2 Modern Table Lamps, Glass Base, Silk Lampshade, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by GF Modern. This is an elegant table lamp and an attractive addition to a modern home. The m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Table Lamps

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Stainless Steel

"China" Lamps by Nicola Gallizia for Penta, 2003, Mint Conditions
Located in Bagnolo Mella, Brescia
Indulge in the timeless allure of the "China" lamps by renowned designer Nicola Gallizia for Penta, crafted in the year 2003 and preserved in pristine condition, awaiting their mome...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Modern table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage table lamps created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern table lamps made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original table lamps, popular names associated with this style include Artemide, Flos, Pablo Designs, and Vistosi. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee.

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