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Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Arc Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, Italy
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Guzzini design chrome and travertine arc table lamps, Italy.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Targetti Arc Table Lamp
By Targetti Sankey
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Targetti arc shaped large elegant and minimalistic desk lamp with clamp, adjustable head height
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Targetti Arc Table Lamp
Targetti Arc Table Lamp
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 3.55 in
Italian Mid Century Marble and Chrome Arc Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Iconic Italian mid century modern arc shape lamp. White marble base with chrome shade. Recently
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Italian Mid-Century Modern Arc Table Lamp by Guzzini
By Harvey Guzzini, Guzzini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Chic brass, chrome and travertine desk lamp by Guzzini. Chrome arc with brass dome shade anchored
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass, Chrome

Harvey Guzzini Chrome and Travertine Base Arc Table Lamp
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Toronto, ON
Spectacular Harvey Guzzini table lamp made in Italy in the 1970s. This gorgeous design features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

1980s Modernist Plexiglass and Brass Italian Design Arc Table Lamp
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A design table lamp manufactured in Italy in the Eighties, the plexiglass arc is mounted on a brass
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Art Deco Joan Of Arc Table Lamp by La Belle
By Labelle
Located in Redding, CT
Art Deco Bronze style table lamp of Joan of Arc . This classic 1910 lamp by La Belle depicts Joan
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Spelter

Mid-Century Space Age Spider Style Arc Table Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Space Age ARC table clamping lamp. The design is strongly reminiscent of the classic spider of
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Brass and Ceramic Arc Table Lamps by Kelby
By Kelby
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Interesting pair of mid century modern, table lamps by Kelby feature brass bases, stems and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurameroni "Satellite CG 45" Modern Arc Table Lamp in Burnished Brass
By Laurameroni
Located in Monza, IT
Rotating table lamp in dark oxidized burnished brass with a double-plug LED bulb. FINISH
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Harvey Guzzini Travertine and Brass Plated Arc Table Lamp, Italia
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Rare two heads Guzzini travertine lighting art piece. Rotating on/off switch on base. Contain two regular E26 size socket rated at 60 watt.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Rare Pair Vintage Chrome Arc Table Lamps by Vereinigte Werkstätten München 1970s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
lengths. 34cm - 36cm and 51cm - 56cm. The lamps are executed with E27 Edison screw fit bulbs. It is
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Arc Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, Italy
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool arc table or desk lamp in chrome with a square travertine base by Harvey Guzzini, Italy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Table Lamp French Mid-Century Modern Brass Black Metal Arc
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A Stylised, Mid-Century Modern, French brass and black metal, arc, table lamp The brass arc
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

1960s George Frydman Table Lamp
By Georges Frydman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage sculptural 1960s white arc table lamp from France by Georges Frydman. Fully rewired with a
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Large Stylish Mid Century Italian Marble with Chrome Table Lamps Guzzini Style
By Guzzini
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
A stylish pair of 1970s Italian arc table lamps with large mushroom globe lampshades in the manner
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

1960s Arc Desk Lamp
By George Kovacs
Located in Tarrytown, NY
This functional postmodern 1960s Arc Desk Lamp has personality while having slim lines at the same
Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1960s Arc Desk Lamp
1960s Arc Desk Lamp
H 19 in W 5.5 in D 12 in
Rare Laurel Midcentury Chrome Arc Lamp-Table with Glass Top
By Laurel
Located in Kensington, MD
Rare Laurel midcentury Chrome Arc Lamp-Table with Glass Top Additional information: Material
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Houston, TX
Italian chrome and travertine arc desk lamp ivy Harvey Guzzini Harvey Guzzini is famed for his
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
Italian Mid Century Guzzini Arc Lamp
H 23.75 in W 18.25 in D 6 in
Arc Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of arc-shaped block form rock crystal quartz lamps with antique brass insert decoration
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

Arc Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
Arc Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
H 33 in W 6 in D 3.5 in
ARC Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of arc-shaped block form smoky rock crystal quartz lamps with antique brass insert decoration
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

ARC Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
ARC Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
H 33 in W 6 in D 3.5 in
Stylish Italian Cantilevered Arc Desk Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
I am unaware of the designer or manufacturer of this stylish brass elongated arc desk lamp with a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Arc Sculpted Lamp by Johan Destrumelle
Located in Geneve, CH
Arc sculpted lamp by Johan Destrumelle Unique piece, handmade in foam and concrete. Dimensions
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2010s French Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Foam

Arc Sculpted Lamp by Johan Destrumelle
Arc Sculpted Lamp by Johan Destrumelle
H 29.53 in W 17.72 in D 8.67 in
Andrea Bellosi Table Lamp ‘Arc en ciel’ Produced by Studio Alchimia
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare ‘Arc en ciel’ table lamp by Andrea Bellosi. Produced by Studio Alchimia, Italy.
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Georges Frydman white arc shaped aluminium casted table lamp, France, 1960s
By Georges Frydman
Located in Zevenaar, NL
This sculptural arc shaped table lamp was designed by the French designer Georges Frydman. A
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

ARC II Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of arc-shaped block form rock crystal quartz lamps with antique brass insert decoration
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

Arc II Rock Crystal Lamps by Phoenix
Located in New York, NY
Pair of arc-shaped block form smoky rock crystal quartz lamps with antique brass insert decoration
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Rock Crystal

Chrome and Brass Arc Lamps for Lancome
Located in Rochester, NY
A high quality pair of chrome brass and black enameled sleek counter top swivel arc lamps for
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Andrea Bellosi Table Lamp ‘Arc en ciel’ Rainbow Light by Studio Alchimia
By Studio Alchimia
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptional Studio Alchimia Arc-en-Ciel lamp, designed by Andrea Belossi in 1979. The Arc-en-Ciel
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Table lamp " Arc-en-ciel" by Andrea Bellosi for Studio Alchimia, 1970s
By Studio Alchimia
Located in bruxelles, BE
Marble and metal lamp designed by Mario Bellosi in the 60s. The lamp's lighting is adjustable. The
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brushed Chrome Arc Desk Lamp
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Brushed Chrome Arc Desk Lamp
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Arc-en-Ciel' Marble Table Lamp by Andrea Bellosi fir Studio Alchimea, 1978
Located in Chicago, IL
The ‘Arc en Ciel’ table lamp was designed by Andrea Bellosi and manufactured by Studio Alchimea in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Post Modern Green and Black Table Desk or Task Arc Lamp, USA, 1980s
By Memphis Group
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern desk task or table arc lamp rendered in a black metal base and a black metal arch stem
Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Andrea Bellosi Arc en Ciel lamp Studio Alchimia 1978
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
True postmodern table lamp ‘Arc en Ciel’ designed by Andrea Bellosi and manufactured by Studio
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal, Aluminum

Flos Arco arc lamp Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni marble
By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eine wunderschöne Arco Bogenleuchte aus dem Jahr 2001 von FLOS zum Verkauf an. Das Design stammt von italienischen Brüdern und Industriedesignern Achille & Pier Giacomo Ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Joe Colombo for O-Luce "Spider" Arc Lamp, Italy 1967
By O-Luce, Joe Colombo
Located in Naples, IT
Table lamp Mod. '293 Spider' designed by Joe Colombo for OLuce in the 1970s. The lamp consists of
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

The Arc Lamp made of 3 Cast Bronze pieces mounted on a Brass plinth in Gold
Located in London, GB
Designed and manufactured by Andrew Kornat Designs this stunning pair of table lamps are 100
Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Large Arc Hand-Blown Glass Inhabitants Lighting
By Nana Spears and Noah Spencer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fort Makers handblown glass Inhabitants lighting collection is inspired by shapes found in nature and ancient art. Designed by Nana Spears and Noah Spencer, these light sculptures re...
Category

2010s American Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Arc en ciel table lamp by Andrea Bellosi for Studio Alchimia Italia 1978
By Studio Alchimia
Located in Catania, IT
Originale prima edizione della lampada da tavolo di design radicale modello 'Arc en Ciel
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Table Lamp 'Takayama' by Man of Parts, White Metal Frame + White Marble Base
By Yabu Pushelberg, Man of Parts
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp 'Takayama' by Man of Parts Signed by Yabu Pushelberg Black or white texture powder
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Table Lamp 'Takayama' by Man of Parts, Black Metal Frame + Black Marble Base
By Yabu Pushelberg, Man of Parts
Located in Paris, IDF
Table Lamp 'Takayama' by Man of Parts Signed by Yabu Pushelberg Black or white texture powder
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Postmodern Desk Lamps in the manner of Memphis Milano, Set of 2
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two extremely rare Postmodern metal Table Arc Lamps. Exceptional functionality
Category

1990s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Space Age Design Eye Ball Gepo Pair of Dutch Colored Aluminum Abat-Jour
By Gepo
Located in Prato, Tuscany
specialized in designing floor, wall, table, and arc lamps, but all with the typical Space Age design; little
Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Harvey Guzzini Marble Base for Arc Floor Lamp Italy 1960s
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
arc floor lamp, by Harvey Guzzini, made in Italy, circa the 1960s. In excellent vintage condition. The
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Tulip Base "Bud Grande" Flash Floor Lamp by Harvey Guzzini for Meblo
By Bill Curry & Design Line, Eero Saarinen, Meblo, Harvey Guzzini
Located in Chattanooga, TN
include Massoni and Luciano Buttura's Mushroom Table Lamp (1965), as well as the in-house designed Arc
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Vintage 1970s Slovenian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Italian Modern Floor Lamp Designed by Franco Bresciani for Guzzini, Italy 70s
By iGuzzini, Franco Bresciani
Located in Lucija, SI
Luciano Buttura's Mushroom Table Lamp (1965), as well as the in-house designed Arc Floor Lamp (1968), Faro
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Harvey Guzzini Metal and White Plexiglass Italian Chandelier, 1970s
By Harvey Guzzini, Guzzini, iGuzzini
Located in Roma, IT
Arc Floor Lamp (1968), Faro Table Lamp (1970), and Toledo Table Lamp (1973). Studio 6G, an interning
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French Arc Table Lamp, circa 1970
Located in L'Escala, ES
Beautiful and authentic arc table lamp, 1970s, in perfect condition, two opaline glass globe golden
Category

Late 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

French Arc Table Lamp, circa 1970
French Arc Table Lamp, circa 1970
H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in
Guzzini Brass Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base
By Guzzini
Located in Stamford, CT
Excellent Guzzini brass arc table lamp, the arm mounted in a cubical travertine base. New wiring
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

"Arc in Ceil" Table Lamp by Andrea Bellosi
Located in Illetas- Mallorca, Islas Baleares
Original "Arc in Ceil" table lamp designed by Andrea Bellosi in 1979. The lamp projects a ray of
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

"Arc in Ceil" Table Lamp by Andrea Bellosi
"Arc in Ceil" Table Lamp by Andrea Bellosi
H 11.03 in W 9.85 in D 7.88 in
Handsome Pair of Art Deco Arc Table Top Lamps by Chase
By Chase Brass and Copper Company
Located in Kingston, NY
This handsome pair of Art Deco tabletop lamps by Chase Metalworks Co., of Waterbury, CT,. It
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Eye Ball Lamp Arc on Olive Wood
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Magnificent, rare eyeball lamp mounted on a heavy base solid olive.
Category

Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Eye Ball Lamp Arc on Olive Wood
Eye Ball Lamp Arc on Olive Wood
H 19.69 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Laurel [arc] Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pair of brass arc table lamps by Laurel with travertine bases
Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Pair of Arc Table Lamps on Travertine Bases
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of brass and travertine arc table lamps.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Chrome Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base designed by Guzzini, circa 1970
By Guzzini
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Arc table lamp designed by Guzzini This chrome arc table lamp has a travertine square base
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Italian Black enamel Arc Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Great mod design. Unsigned
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Modernist Pivoting Arc Table Lamp by Laurel
By Laurel
Located in Rochester, NY
Modernist tabletop arc lamp by Laurel with pivoting adjustable position saucer shaped shade and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Pair of Midcentury Arc Table Lamps in Brass
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of vintage table lamps, each in plated brass with single sockets, supported by linear, arc
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Italian Double Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base
Located in Peabody, MA
Classic 1970s lamp in the manner of Achille Castiglioni, symmetrically balanced arcs give his lamp
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Guzzini Chrome Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base
By Harvey Guzzini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Harvey Guzzini chrome arched table or desk lamp with arm mounted in square travertine
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

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Arc Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of arc table lamps available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique arc table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, stone and chrome. There are 54 antique and vintage arc table lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 5 modern editions to choose from as well. Arc table lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco arc table lamps are consistently popular styles. Arc table lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Harvey Guzzini, Andrea Bellosi and Joe Colombo are consistently popular.

How Much are Arc Table Lamps?

Prices for arc table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, arc table lamps begin at $350 and can go as high as $7,900, while the average can fetch as much as $1,850.

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 Arc Table Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify your table lamp, look it over in search of a maker's mark. Check the base, neck, light receptacle and shade for an engraving, embossing, stamp, label or other mark. With lamps that have felted bottoms, this may require lifting the fabric to reveal the material beneath. After finding a maker's mark, research it using trusted online resources to learn who the maker was and learn more about your fixture. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can help as needed. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary table lamps.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify a Tiffany table lamp, first take a close look at the base. Some pieces will bear a stamp or label that says, "Tiffany Studios," and newer lamps may also feature a serial number. By comparing the number and markings to information and images shared by trusted online resources, you can begin the identification process. If your lamp isn't marked, the base construction can provide more clues about the maker. Tiffany lamps usually feature bronze bases that feel weighty. Older models typically have a gray metal ring on their bottoms as well. In addition to examining the base, try turning the lamp on for a while and then touching the stained glass shade. Tiffany lamps tend to stay cool due to the thickness of the glass, so if yours feels hot, it may be the work of a different manufacturer. When in doubt, use the identification services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a collection of Tiffany lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

    Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.”

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