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Pair of brass ajustable reading lamps
Located in Cheshire, GB
A pair of brass floor standing reading lamps the adjustable twin glass shade is supported on a
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Edwardian Reading Lamp with Fringed Brass Dome Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Edwardian reading lamp with fringed brass dome shade
A very unusual piece, the lamp is made in
Category
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Brass Reading Lamp with Beaded Brass Dome Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Art Deco Brass Reading Lamp with Beaded Brass Dome Shade
A very unusual piece, this elegant
Category
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Deco Pendent from Early Gray Hound Bus Reading Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
We found these original Art Deco Bus reading lamps a number of years ago and had to do something
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Stainless Steel
Napoleon III’s Silver-Gilt Library Reading Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Emperor Napoleon III's Silver-Gilt Library Lamp
Alexis Falize
Circa 1865
This extraordinary silver
Category
19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Silver
Art Deco Piano Lamp in Bronze and Brass, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Art Deco piano or reading lamp in bronze and brass, circa 1930.
Category
1920s French Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Vintage Articulate American Fixtures Company Syle Copper Gooseneck Table Lamp
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Early century farmhouse prototype gooseneck table reading lamp with rare neck flex design. Working
Category
1920s American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Floor Lamp from 18th Century Swedish Wooden Candlestand
Located in Houston, TX
include shade). Perfect chairside reading lamp.
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish French Provincial Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass, Iron
Rare Brass Nude Figural Art Deco Reading Floor Lamp by Frankart
By Frankart
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare1930s Frankart reading floor lamp with a base featuring three nude nymphs.
The reading lamp
Category
1920s American Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Metal, Brass
Elegant Victorian Adjustable Brass Student Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Late 19th Century Brass Adjustable Student Reading Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade
Reworked
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19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
Vintage Monix Floor Lamp 3 Orientable Spots, Édition 1960
By Edition Monix
Located in Paris, France
black, foot circular base. Each spot has its own switch to be adjusted and can be used as a reading lamp.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Elegant Victorian Adjustable Brass Student Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Late 19th Century Brass Adjustable Student Reading Lamp with Racing Green Ceramic Shade
Reworked
Category
19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in
20th Century Swedish Vintage Teak Wood Reading Floor Lamp by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
by Carl Malmsten in good condition. The Scandinavian reading lamp is composed with a new small round
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Teak
Victorian Wicker Standing Parlor Lamp with Splay Foot Base and Woven Open Work
Located in Miami Beach, FL
four sides of the wicker base. The electrical cord may be original. Rare, it is a perfect reading lamp
Category
1870s American Victorian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Wicker
Apollo Jewelers Counter Lamp with Quilted Mercury Glass Reflector
Located in Peekskill, NY
10 inch diameter shade can move and tilt... Its a perfect end table reading lamp. This lamp also has
Category
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Glass
20th Century Swedish Staken - Vintage Walnut Floor Lamp, Light by Carl Malmsten
By Carl Malmsten
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
by Carl Malmsten in good condition. The Scandinavian reading lamp is composed with a new small round
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Walnut
Telescoping Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a nice simple example of a Pharmacy style lamp. The base is heavy with an 10 inch diameter
Category
Early 20th Century Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Antique Standard Lamp, Scottish, Oak, Reading Light, Library, Lounge, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique standard lamp. A Scottish, oak library or lounge reading light, dating to the
Category
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Oak
H 69.69 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Important Arne Jacobsen AJ8 Modernist Table Lamp, 1920s, Denmark
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
practical regarding the home decor and perfectly suited for the favorite reading corner. The lamp is a
Category
1920s Danish Bauhaus Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Chrome, Brass
Banker Desk or Library Lamp, Art Deco Style Early 20th Century, Brass
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
,
With the typical signs of the passage of time
Lamps for office, reading or for bedside.
The lamp in
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 16.15 in W 14.18 in D 11.03 in
Pair of Gilt Bronze Mounted Bisque Figures after Boizot
Located in London, GB
depicting a male figure, the other a female, reading and seated atop oil lamps, mounted with gilt metal
Category
1890s French Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Ormolu
19th Century English Pine Side Table with Two Drawers and Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
reading lamp, or fresh florals. With its compact footprint and enduring charm, this antique pine table
Category
19th Century English Rustic Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Oak Table with Chippendale Brass Pull and Tapered Leg
Located in Atlanta, GA
styled with a reading lamp and a stack of books or left unadorned to showcase its natural character, this
Category
19th Century English Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 27.5 in W 28.5 in D 19.75 in
18th Century English Oak Side Table with Single Drawer and Turned Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
armchair, it becomes a convenient surface for holding a reading lamp, books, or a cup of tea. In an
Category
18th Century English Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Oak
Italian 19th Century Walnut Drum Table with Single Door and Bookmatched Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
be used in a study or library, offering a surface for a reading lamp and storage for books or writing
Category
19th Century Italian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Turned Leg Side Table
Located in Nashville, TN
- bedside, lamp, reading, display are a few ideas. It has a lovely rich patina, turned legs and single
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Round Marble Top End Table in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
circular marble top with its luxurious veining provides a carefree surface for a lamp, drinks, or reading
Category
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Marble
Danish Early Century Design Fog & Mørup Model E 6359 Desk Lamp
By Fog & Mørup
Located in Copenhagen, DK
the century. Useful as a reading lamp, desk lamp or my all time favorite place, on top of the Swiss
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Bauhaus Swing Arm Wall Light by Heinrich Bormann
By Siegfried Bormann
Located in Noorderwijk, BE
desired position by hand. The swivel arm makes it an ideal lamp to use as a reading light or desk lamp
Category
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Brass Standard Reading Lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Brass standard reading lamp the adjustable glass shade supported on a tooled stem, terminating in
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Edwardian Floor Standing, Swivel, Angle Reading Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Edwardian floor standing, swivel, angle reading lamp
This charming floor standing reading lamp
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Beech
Decorative Floor Reading Lamp, Mercury Glass Shade
By X-Ray Lamp Company
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a unique and decorative floor lamp. Make a perfect chair side reading lamp. The stand and
Category
Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Glass
English Carved Mahogany Pie Crust Reading Lamp
Located in Wilson, NC
English carved mahogany pie crust reading lamp, has a brass adjustable ogee shaped arm that is
Category
1890s English Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Pair of Carved Mahogany Standard Reading Lamps, 19th Century
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality pair of carved mahogany standard reading lamps with 19th century origins as
Category
19th Century Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Mahogany
Miller's of London Reading Lamp, circa 1880
Located in Gloucester, GB
Miller's of London reading lamp, circa 1880
- Brass shade with polished silver reflector
Category
1880s English Antique Reading Lamp
Pair of French Art Deco Bronze Reading Lamps with Holophane Glass Shades
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of Art Deco era reading lamps, produced in France circa 1920s-1930s, each with ruffled
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Bronze
Edwardian Patinated Brass Reading Lamp
Located in London, GB
England, circa 1910
An Edwardian patinated brass floor lamp with articulated reading arm, the
Category
Early 20th Century English Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Brass Reading Lamp
Located in Cheshire, GB
Art Nouveau brass standard lamp, the cranberry glass shade on scrolling arm to the circular
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Pair of Ceylonese Polychrome Painted Reading Lamps
Located in London, GB
yellow and green highlights, lamped to reading height.
Ceylonese, late 19th century.
Category
Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Paint
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Tripod Reading/Lamp Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality mahogany tripod reading/lamp table having a quality mahogany adjustable
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Other
Antique George III Quality Mahogany Tripod Reading/Lamp Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality mahogany tripod reading/lamp table having a quality mahogany adjustable
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Other
Pair of Articulated Regency Brass Gallery Burr Walnut Side Table Reading Lamps
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Deco reading lamp tables based on a Regency style
These are a very decorative and functional pair
Category
1920s English Regency Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 49.22 in W 15.95 in D 15.36 in
Arts & Crafts Menu Podium, Maître d' Stand with Reading Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts Menu Podium, Maître d' stand with reading lamp
This is a charming piece full of
Category
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Pine
Period Louis XVI Neoclassical Ormolu Bouillotte or Reading Lamp
Located in Essex, MA
Period Louis XVI chaste ormolu reading or Bouillotte lamp
--Cobalt blue shade
--Ram's head
Category
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Bronze
Floor Lamp Caged Edison Bulb Reading Vintage Industrial Cast Iron Task Light
Located in Oakville, CT
Caged Edison bulb adjustable reading lamp or vintage Industrial cast iron floor light. Measures
Category
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Metal, Iron
Pair of Brass and Marbled Glass Reading Lights, France, circa 1920s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Two elegant matching reading lamps -- one floor lamp and one desk lamp. Brass structure and
Category
Early 20th Century French Antique Reading Lamp
Aubrey Beardsley's Studio Chicago Arts and crafts standing lamp
By Aubrey Beardsley
Located in Westport, CT
Stamped and signed arts and crafts hammered standing reading lamp,From the studio of "Aubrey
Category
19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass, Steel, Wire
Articulating Brass Reading Floor Lamp in the Classical Style, C. 1900- 1930's
By O.C. White
Located in New York, NY
Chic architectural articulating floor, reading lamp, having a tri- part footed spade foot base
Category
Early 20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
H 51 in W 12 in D 10 in
Rare Brass Nude Figural Art Deco Reading Floor Lamp by Frankart
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rare1930s Frankart reading floor lamp with a base featuring three nude nymphs.
The reading lamp
Category
1920s American Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass, Metal
Antique Chandelier or Floor Lamp, Wood Gold, Italy, 1700
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
lampshade it will become a beautiful reading lamp or for your living room.
Category
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Wood
Period Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Bouillotte or Candle Lamp
Located in Essex, MA
Period gilt bronze marble and tole Bouillotte or reading lamp
--Original Green Tole Adjustable
Category
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Marble, Ormolu, Tin
Silver Plated Bronze Adjustable Floor Lamp with Period Floral Glass Shade
Located in Petaluma, CA
This very high quality floor lamp makes a great reading lamp. The height is adjustable,and the base
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Bronze
1800's X-Ray Tube Stand - Converted To Floor lamp
By Campbell Brothers Electric
Located in Peekskill, NY
electrified the stand as a reading lamp by adding a large antique 15" milk glass shade, brass socket and brass
Category
Early 20th Century American Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Iron
Ornate Brass Articulated Arm with Small X-Ray Lamp
By X-Ray Lamp Company
Located in Peekskill, NY
mirrored interior. The patina on the glass so rustic and original. Makes a nice and unique reading lamp.
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Reading Lamp
Art Deco Reading Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
An early Art Deco stained birch twisted reading floor lamp, with a telescopic brass arm and
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Birch Reading Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco birch telescopic reading floor lamp.
Sweden, circa 1930.
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Birch
Art Deco Birch Reading Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco birch, ebonised beech and nickel telescopic reading floor lamp.
Sweden, Circa 1930.
158
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Nickel
Art Deco Bronze Reading Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco gilt and green patinated bronze floor lamp, the height adjustable and the light
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Art Deco Birch Reading Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco birch, ebonized birch, brass and bakelite telescopic floor lamp.
Sweden, circa 1930
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
Brass Reading Floor Lamp by Josef Frank
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in London, GB
Floor lamp model 1883 designed by Josef Frank (1885–1967) and made by Svenskt Tenn,
Sweden, 1934
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Reading Lamp
Materials
Brass
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Antique Reading Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique reading lamp for your home. Each antique reading lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique reading lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique reading lamp made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Arts and Crafts — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique reading lamp over the years, but those crafted by Handel Lamp Co., Josef Frank and Svenskt Tenn are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Antique Reading Lamp?
Prices for an antique reading lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $708 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,500.
Questions About Antique Reading Lamp
- What is a good reading lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good reading lamp is a matter of personal choice. In general, halogen and fluorescent bulb lamps are better for reading than standard incandescent bulb lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage reading lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023One of the simplest ways to identify an antique lamp is to look for markings that indicate the maker. Then, you can research the artisan or company that made the lamp using trusted online resources to see when they were active. Some antique lamps may have a date stamp on the shade or the bottom of the body of the lamp. Plugs can also provide a clue. Plugs on antique and vintage fixtures may feature exposed screws or prongs that are the same size. Prongs on newer lamps are usually two different sizes. Keep in mind that an antique lamp could have undergone a cord replacement, so what you see may not be an original. When in doubt, you can consult a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for information about specific pieces. Shop a selection of antique lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is an antique student lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023An antique student lamp is a desk lamp that features a tube-shaped stem and one or two arms. Each arm has its own shade. The design of the student lamp allows it to direct light downward onto a surface for reading. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of student lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A number of things can make an antique lamp valuable. The lamp’s maker is a major determining factor. Pieces made by Tiffany Studios, Baccarat, Handel and Pairpoint are frequently sought by collectors and are generally worth more than others. The style and condition of the piece will also affect how much it's worth. You can enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance evaluating a particular lamp. Shop an assortment of antique lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few key things to look for to identify an antique oil lamp. First check for a patent number anywhere on your lamp. Use a black light to inspect whether your lamp’s hardware is secured with glue, which fluoresces and would indicate a contemporary lamp. Antique lamps use plaster to attach hardware and fill gaps. An antique oil lamp may have hand-blown glass. Shop a range of professionally authenticated antique oil lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify an antique electric lamp, check out the cord. Antique lamps will usually not have a vinyl or polymer cord cover. Instead, you can expect the wires to be exposed or covered with fabric. In addition, the prongs on antique plugs will be the same size. If your lamp has one small and one large prong, it's unlikely to be an antique. Keep in mind that some antique lamps may have been rewired, so you may wish to get an opinion from a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique electric lamps.
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