What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.

Do table lamps have to match?

Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.

How does a table lamp work?

How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.

What is a buffet table lamp?

Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.

What are table lamps used for?

Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How big should a table lamp be?

How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.

Can ceramic table lamps be painted?

Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.

Which brand of table lamp is the best?

The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.

How do I fix an old table lamp?

To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.

What size lamp should be on a sofa table?

To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

Which company is best for table lamps?

There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?

The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table , the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand . Albert Hadley –trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

Doric Table Lamp

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Doric Column Table Lamp, Art DecoStyle, 21st Century

H 18.12 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Doric Marble Lamp by Carlos Aucejo

By Carlos Aucejo

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Doric marble table lamp by Carlos Aucejo Dimensions: 44 x 17 x 17 cm Materials: Pietra Grey Marble

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Doric Marble Lamp by Carlos Aucejo

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Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 22.05 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp, circa 1890 in date

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Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp 19th C

H 19.69 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Chapman Neo-Classical Style Brass and Marble Doric Column Table Lamps, Pair

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a classic pair of neo- classical style Doric column form table lamps by Chapman. The lamps

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Chapman Neo-Classical Style Brass and Marble Doric Column Table Lamps, Pair

H 29.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Sirmos Table Lamp after Giacometti

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Sirmos

Located in Chicago, IL

Sirmos Lamp after Giacometti Vintage Sirmos table lamp in the form of a Doric column after a design

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Sirmos Table Lamp after Giacometti

H 27 in W 6 in D 6 in

Neoclassical God and Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair

Located in Van Nuys, CA

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Neoclassical God and Goddess Pillar Table Lamps, Pair

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Pair of Carved and silver Painted Wood Column Table Lamps

Located in Petworth, West Sussex

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Pair of Carved and silver Painted Wood Column Table Lamps

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Dórica Table Lamp by Jordi Miralbell+Mariona Raventós for Santa & Cole

By Santa & Cole

Located in Los Angeles, CA

impressive lamp that evokes the classical doric column.

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Dórica Table Lamp by Jordi Miralbell+Mariona Raventós for Santa & Cole

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A Pair of Carved and silver gilt Painted Wood Column Table Lamps

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Located in London, GB

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Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp Late 19th C

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Located in London, GB

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Antique Victorian Ormolu Mounted Onyx Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

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Vintage Pair Corinthian Column Ormolu & Glass Table Lamps Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

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Vintage Pair Corinthian Column Ormolu & Glass Table Lamps Mid 20th Century

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Antique Pair Silver Plated Opaline Glass Corinthian Table Lamps 20th C

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique pair of silver-plate and opaline glass Corinthian column table lamps now

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Vintage 1920s Table Lamps

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Antique Pair Silver Plated Opaline Glass Corinthian Table Lamps 20th C

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Late 20th Century Pair of Brass & Smoked Pulegoso Murano Art Glass Table Lamps

Located in Firenze, Tuscany

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Late 20th Century Pair of Brass & Smoked Pulegoso Murano Art Glass Table Lamps

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Vintage Set of 4 Corinthian Column Ormolu & Glass Table Lamps, Mid-20th Century

Located in London, GB

table lamp, circa Mid 20th Century in date. Each lamp features a classical urn capital with swags

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Vintage Set of 4 Corinthian Column Ormolu & Glass Table Lamps, Mid-20th Century

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Lucite Columnar Lamp

Located in New York, NY

In the form of a Doric column; fitted in chrome with two bulb sockets and finial.

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H 30.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Faux Stone Architectural Column Lamp

By John Dickinson

Located in North Hollywood, CA

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Faux Stone Architectural Column Lamp

H 40 in Dm 21.5 in

Iceberg Marble Lamp by Carlos Aucejo

By Carlos Aucejo

Located in Geneve, CH

Doric marble table lamp by Carlos Aucejo Dimensions: 57 x 39 x 7 cm Materials: Pietra grey marble

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2010s Spanish Modern Table Lamps

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Carrara Marble

Iceberg Marble Lamp by Carlos Aucejo

H 22.45 in W 15.36 in D 2.76 in

Pair of 1970's Sirmos Dove Lamps

By Sirmos

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of 70's Sirmos white plaster finish lamps have Doric column bases topped by stylized gold

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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

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Metal, Gold Leaf

Pair of 1970's Sirmos Dove Lamps

H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in

An Almost Pair of Vintage Column Lamps and Shades

Located in Locust Valley, NY

An almost pair of vintage brass column lamps and pleated ivory shades. One lamp features a doric

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Mid-20th Century Table Lamps

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An Almost Pair of Vintage Column Lamps and Shades

H 26 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

Armilla 05 brass table light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

Armilla invites to a relationship with light. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement

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2010s Post-Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Armilla 05 brass table light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 13 in W 1.97 in D 1.97 in

Armilla 03 brass floor lamp by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

Armilla invites to a relationship with light. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Armilla 03 brass floor lamp by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 78.75 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Late 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp, circa 1890 in date

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

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Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Late 19th C

H 22.05 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Armilla 02 brass floor light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

Armilla invites to a relationship with light. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Armilla 02 brass floor light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 34.65 in W 9.06 in D 5.91 in

SCOUBIDOU Lamp Table with Carved Base and Bronzed mirror top - burned black fin.

By Nigel Coates

Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza

Illuminate your space with the enchanting Scoubidou lamp table, a creation designed by the

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2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

SCOUBIDOU Lamp Table with Carved Base and Bronzed mirror top - burned black fin.

H 28.15 in Dm 23.63 in

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp, circa 1910 in

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

H 16.93 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Armilla brass Chandelier by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement around the object, in a mutual exchange between

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Armilla brass Chandelier by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 47.25 in

Armilla 04-brass wall light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

Armilla invites to a relationship with light. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Armilla 04-brass wall light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 13 in W 5.91 in D 1.97 in

Armilla brass pendant light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

By Scattered Disc Objects

Located in Piacenza, IT

Armilla invites to a relationship with light. The tubes, like Doric columns, call for a movement

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Armilla brass pendant light by SCATTER.D STUDIO

H 68.9 in W 6.7 in D 3.94 in

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19th Century Victorian Adam Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamp

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp, circa 1880 in date

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Victorian Adam Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamp

H 21.66 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Antique Pair Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps, 1910s

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique large pair of Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Pair Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps, 1910s

H 24.41 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Vintage Pair of Corinthian Column Table Lamps Candelabra, 20th Century

Located in London, GB

table lamps, dating from the mid-20th century. These table lamps are truly magnificent and will lend

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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Vintage Pair of Corinthian Column Table Lamps Candelabra, 20th Century

H 28.35 in W 9.85 in L 28.35 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

H 16.54 in W 5.12 in L 16.54 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th C

H 18.51 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in

Pair of Patinated Brass Roman Column Table Lamps on Marble Bases

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Handsome pair of patinated brass Roman column table lamps with marble bases. The shades are newly

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Vintage 1920s Italian Classical Roman Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Patinated Brass Roman Column Table Lamps on Marble Bases

H 38 in Dm 17 in

19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Oil Lamp

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table oil lamp base converted

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Oil Lamp

H 26.38 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Antique French Empire Period Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

. Later converted to an electric table lamp. Add a classical element to any room in your home with

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Antique 1820s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Empire Period Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 25.99 in W 6.7 in L 25.99 in

Antique Pair Regency Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamps Late 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning antique pair of Regency Revival ormolu and bronze Corinthian column table lamps

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Antique 1890s Regency Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Pair Regency Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamps Late 19th C

H 22.45 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Onyx Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated and onyx Corinthian column table lamp now

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Onyx Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

H 24.41 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Antique Pair Edwardian Ormolu & Glass Corinthian Table Lamps Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique pair of ormolu and glass Corinthian column table lamps now converted to

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Pair Edwardian Ormolu & Glass Corinthian Table Lamps Early 20th Century

H 22.05 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Scottish Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp Late 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid and large antique Victorian Scottish silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver

Antique Scottish Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp Late 19th Century

H 22.05 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Pair of Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps, 19th Century

By Hawksworth, Eyre & Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid pair of antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp now

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps, 19th Century

H 16.15 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in

Pair Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique pair of Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp, circa

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

H 25.6 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Pair Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique pair of Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamps, circa

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

H 25.6 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Pair Italian Lamps

Located in Essex, MA

Pair Italian faux marbled wood and mirror lamps, Doric column forms with beveled mirrored bases

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Early 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Pair Italian Lamps

H 31 in

Antique Set 4 Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique set of four Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Set 4 Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps Early 20th C

H 25.6 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Single alabaster column lamp

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Doric column alabaster lamp

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Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Single alabaster column lamp

H 24 in W 5.5 in D 5.5 in

20th Century Stone Lamps

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair os lamps made of stone, imitating doric columns, screens made of silk including.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

20th Century Stone Lamps

H 26.38 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Brass Column Lamp

Located in London, GB

A mid-19th century brass column lamp, having doric capital and set upon a round socle base

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Antique 1850s English Table Lamps

19th Century Brass Column Lamp

H 21 in W 4 in D 4 in

Pair of Italian Carved and Faux Marble Columns as Lamps

Located in Greenwich, CT

scroll carving, over Doric columns, standing on stepped plinth bases, now as lamps.

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Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Carved and Faux Marble Columns as Lamps

H 42.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 22.84 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 15.75 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique late Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 15.75 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a large splendid antique Edwardian silver-plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1890s English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, 19th C

H 23.63 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver plated Doric column table lamp now converted to

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Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Doric Column Table Lamp, Early 20th Century

H 14.97 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Silver Plated Corinthian Column Telescopic Standard Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

your home with this exquisite antique silver-plated table lamp. Condition: In excellent working

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Floor Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Silver Plated Corinthian Column Telescopic Standard Lamp, 19th Century

H 80.32 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 1920s

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Edwardian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp bearing the

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Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Edwardian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 1920s

H 18.9 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th C

H 18.9 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

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Antique 1880s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 18.9 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 19.3 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique Victorian silver-plated Corinthian column table lamp now converted to

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 17.72 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

By Hawksworth, Eyre & Co. Ltd.

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp bearing the

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Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 17.72 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Early 20th Century Edwardian Silver Plated & Glass Corinthian Table Lamps, Pair

Located in London, GB

This is a splendid antique pair of silver plate and glass Corinthian column table lamps now

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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Early 20th Century Edwardian Silver Plated & Glass Corinthian Table Lamps, Pair

H 18.9 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Antique Pair Silver Plated Candlesticks Corinthian column Late 19th C

Located in London, GB

. Add an element of pure luxury to your home with this antique silver plated table lamps. Condition

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Pair Silver Plated Candlesticks Corinthian column Late 19th C

H 9.45 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in

Stout and Substantial Brass Neoclassical Doric Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

A wonderfully pleasing stout Victorian 19th century neoclassical style table lamp. Superb quality

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Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stout and Substantial Brass Neoclassical Doric Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 17.72 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

Ruby Glass and Brass Column Table Lamp

Located in Richmond, London

A superb quality Grand Tour-inspired brass and ruby glass table lamp, fashioned as Ionic column

Category

Mid-20th Century French Classical Greek Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ruby Glass and Brass Column Table Lamp

H 21 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamps

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of Italian neoclassical style bronze candlestick lamps. The design showing influence of

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Bronze Table Lamps

H 19 in W 4.625 in D 4.625 in

Pair of Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning pair of Regency style Corinthian column table lamps. They are wired and in

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Late 20th Century Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Pair of Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamps

H 22.84 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a large elegant antique French Empire silver plated oil lamp converted into a table lamp

Category

Antique 1830s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 24.81 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in

Antique Regency Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamp Late 19th C

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning antique Regency revival ormolu and bronze Corinthian column table lamp, late

Category

Antique 1890s Regency Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Regency Revival Corinthian Column Table Lamp Late 19th C

H 22.45 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an impressive antique Victorian silver plated Corinthian column table lamp, circa 1890 in

Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Victorian Silver Plated Corinthian Column Table Lamp, 19th Century

H 23.63 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Antique French Empire Period Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

Located in London, GB

. Later converted to an electric table lamp. Add a classical element to any room in your home with this

Category

Antique 1810s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Antique French Empire Period Corinthian Column Table Lamp 19th Century

H 25.99 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Pair of Sirmos Plaster Dove Lamps

By Sirmos

Located in North Miami, FL

Sirmos white plaster finish lamps. Doric column bases topped by sculptural doves in flight

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sirmos Plaster Dove Lamps

H 19 in W 6 in D 6 in

Mid 19th Century Brass Astral Lamp

Located in Kenilworth, IL

Fluted brass doric column astral lamp on a white marble base with compressed ball neck supporting a

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Mid 19th Century Brass Astral Lamp

H 14 in W 5.75 in D 5.75 in

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Doric Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal doric table lamp for your home. Each doric table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, silver and brass. Find 11 options for an antique or vintage doric table lamp now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the doric table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each doric table lamp bearing Victorian, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made doric table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Carlos Aucejo are consistently popular.

How Much is a Doric Table Lamp?

Prices for a doric table lamp start at $546 and top out at $8,000 with the average selling for $1,300.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Doric Table Lamp

What is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
Do table lamps have to match?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
How does a table lamp work?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
What is a buffet table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
What are table lamps used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How big should a table lamp be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
Can ceramic table lamps be painted?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
Which brand of table lamp is the best?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
How do I fix an old table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
What size lamp should be on a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
Which company is best for table lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
There is no single best company for table lamps. A well-crafted antique or vintage table lamp does more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior, and over the years, many manufacturers and designers have offered a range of visually appealing table lamps. Examples include Artemide, Gordon & Jane Martz, FLOS, Søholm Stentøj, Louis Poulsen and many others. Shop a large collection of table lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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What is the best size for a bedside table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
The best size for a bedside table lamp is between 24 and 27 inches tall. Finding the best table lamp for your nightstand depends on variables such as the shape of your bedside table, the size of your nightstand's tabletop and personal preferences when it comes to styling your nightstand.

Albert Hadley–trained designer Harry Heissmann says this about creating a bedside haven for his clients: “A reading lamp is essential and needs to be on a dedicated outlet. I like to keep clients’ nightstands edited, with a carafe for water and an alarm clock, and sometimes a landline phone for emergencies.”

Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

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Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales

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Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.

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Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.

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