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Modern Articulating Table Lamp in the Manner of Robert Sonneman
By Porcelaine de Paris
Located in Miami, FL
Modern articulating table lamp perfect for any setting.
This stylish and functional modern
Category
20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Stilux Articulating Table Lamp
By Stilux
Located in Hanover, MA
A 1950 Italian table lamp from Stilux Milano with Carrera marble base with switch and purple plexi
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler Articulating Table Lamp
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This table lamp comes from the collaboration of Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler, c.1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
Mid-Century Modernist Striated Resin Shade Articulating Table Lamp w/ Brass Base
Located in New York, NY
This minimal yet materially captivating Mid-Century Modernist Articulating Table Lamp in Striated
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 22.5 in W 8 in D 13 in
Tapio Wirkkala 'Crane' Articulating Table Lamp in White for Innolux Oy
By Innolux Oy, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Glendale, CA
Tapio Wirkkala 'Crane' Articulating Table Lamp in White for Innolux Oy. Originally produced as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Tapio Wirkkala 'Crane' Articulating Table Lamp in Black for Innolux Oy
By Innolux Oy, Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Glendale, CA
Tapio Wirkkala 'Crane' Articulating Table Lamp in Black for Innolux Oy. Originally produced as a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Lacquered Steel Articulating Table Lamp, United States, c. 1950
Located in New York City, NY
Articulating industrial looking desk/table lamp. Can be adjusted to point upwards or down.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Rare Ben Seibel Table Lamp
By Ben Seibel
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare three headed articulating table lamp designed by Ben Seibel. All original condition with
Category
Vintage 1950s Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
American Studio Articulating Lever and Fulcrum Table Lamp in Walnut, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
American Studio Craft articulating table lamp in a lever and fulcrum form, executed in walnut and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Table Lamp, 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant articulate table lamp, with matte black metal base, curved brass arm, orientable aluminium
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Italian Articulating Swivel Table Lamp in Metal 1970s
Located in Tilburg, NL
Italian Articulating Swivel Table Lamp in Metal 1970s.
Beautiful and large articulating table lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Wonderful Italian Table Lamp in Patinated Brass 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Meer, VAN
elegant base with the light switch.
Versatile and practical, this articulating table lamp would be great
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hans Agne Jakobsson Model B-54 Lamp for Markaryd
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model B-54 Articulating Table Lamp, designed by Hans Agne Jakobsson for his company Markaryd. An
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel
Italian Modern Brass, Metal, and Black Marble Table Lamp by Luci Milano
By Luci Milano
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant articulating table lamp by Luci Milano (ca. 1950s, Italy)
Composed of a brass pivoting stem
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Flexa Table Lamp Model 14165 by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated articulating table lamp was realized by influential post-war Italian lighting
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Chrome, Wire, Brass
H 15.5 in W 5.5 in D 16 in
Chapman Articulating Wall/Table Lamps
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A great pair of brass sconces or table lamps attributed to Angelo Lelli, manufactured by Chapman
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Rare Pair of Articulating Arredoluce Table Lamps
By Arredoluce
Located in Toronto, Ontario
An exceptional pair of Arredoluce table lamps in polished stainless steel and travertine marble
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Marble, Steel
Articulating Italian Table Lamp in Patinated Brass 1950s
By Oscar Torlasco
Located in Meer, VAN
Articulating Italian Table Lamp in Patinated Brass 1950s
This is a truly remarkable and elegant
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Articulating and Orbiting Table Lamp, USA Circa 1970
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Table / desk lamp comprises a blackened steel cube-shaped base that supports a circular frame of
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Industrial GE Articulating Desk Lamp
By General Electric
Located in New York, NY
allow the lamp to articulate in many positions. Use can be as a desk, table lamp and as a wall lamp
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Iron
Articulating Desk Lamp for Roxter
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A petite desk lamp with articulating arm and painted shade and base in grey.
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Unique Lucite Table Lamp with Articulating Glass Diffuser
Located in North Miami, FL
Tall and architectural, this acrylic and glass wonderful lamp was designed for an installation
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Double-Cone Articulating Brass Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern double-cone articulating brass table lamp.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Original C. Jere Vintage Articulating Crane Table Lamp
By Curtis Jeré
Located in North Miami, FL
1970s art and design at its best, the crane lamp by Curtis Jere. Fully adjustable sculptural lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal, Wire
1940s Articulating Clamp Lamp for Table Desk Oak Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1940s Clamp Desk Lamp for Drafting Table
Adjustable and Articulating
30 tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Oak
Table Desk or Bedside Lamps, Articulate Italy Mid-Century
Located in Vienna, AT
Articulate vintage desk lamps in great condition, Italy around 1970
Very cool petite articulate
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
French 1950's Articulating Arm Table Lamp by Lunel
Located in Hanover, MA
Handsomely crafted French 1950's table lamp with a an articulating arm on a machine milled swivel
Category
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
French 1960’s articulating desk lamp
Located in London, GB
A French 1960’s white and black small articulating desk lamp. There are some minor rust marks to
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Louis Baldinger Brass Articulating British Drafting Table Desk Lamp! Rare!
By Louis Baldinger & Sons
Located in Peoria, AZ
LOUIS BALDINGER
BRASS ARTICULATING
DRAFTING LAMP
EXQUISITE!
CLEAN ALL ORIGINAL!
Dimensions: 20
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Early 1900s Victorian Brass Hooded Articulate Switchboard Table Lamp
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Wonderful patina, fully functional, with braid black cloth wire.
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Sonneman Chrome Articulating Arm Eyeball Table Lamp! Swing Counterweight 1960s
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Peoria, AZ
STUNNING!
ROBERT SONNEMAN
CHROME ARTICULATING
COUNTERWEIGHT LAMP!
RARE DESIGN!
CIRCA 1960
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 13 in W 36 in D 8 in
Robert Sonneman Articulating Chrome Orb Table Lamp on Black Base
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Modern Robert Sonneman adjustable chrome globe desk lamp, Circa 1970. Featuring a heavy Black
Category
Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Articulating Desk Lamp by Tensor, 1970s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A petite white metal desk lamp with an adjustable arm and shade and a power switch located on its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Clock Spring Industrial Articulating Desk Lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
I always liked this early desk lamp and use one myself. It has a nice clean and elegant profile. It
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
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
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Koch & Lowy Chromed Articulating Desk Lamp
By Koch & Lowy
Located in North Miami, FL
This is a wonderful and original signed Koch & Lowy pivoting chromed desk lamp with tent shade
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
1930s Articulating Floor or Table Lamp by O.C. White
By O.C. White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Task lamp designed by O.C. White (circa 1930s) composed of a steel arm, stem, and base with a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel
Articulating Desk Lamp by O.C. White
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Articulating Desk Lamp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Minty! White Sonneman Desk Table Lamp Articulating Gooseneck 1970 Rare Lighting
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Peoria, AZ
Minty!
Stunning White & Black
Sonneman Articulating
Desk/Table Lamp
Circa 1970
This is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 23 in W 9 in D 9 in
Black Enameled Metal Table Lamp with Articulating Shade, USA Circa 1940
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Table or desk lamp in black enameled metal with an ovoid shaped articulating shade, a tubular stem
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Counterbalanced Articulating Lamp for Hadrill Horstmann, 1950s
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Vintage 1950s Counterpoise Hadrill Horstmann Simplus counterweighted desk lamp in steel and
Category
20th Century European Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Post Modern Articulating Desk Task or Table Lamp by Phillips, circa 1980s
By Phillips
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern articulating and adjustable desk task or table lamp rendered in red and black powder
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Articulating Desk Lamp by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An articulating Italian desk lamp with gooseneck arms and a counterweight/wire telescoping system
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hardrill & Horstmann Counterpoise Articulating Desk Lamp, England 1950s
By Hadrill & Horstman
Located in New York, NY
An early version of the articulating desk lamp with the additional appeal of the attractive and
Category
Vintage 1950s English Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
Vintage Industrial Chrome and Black Articulating Task Lamp
By Bauhaus
Located in Sacramento, CA
Vintage industrial design chrome and black articulating desk lamp. Lamp height is adjustable and
Category
Mid-20th Century Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Wire
Antique Articulating Industrial Task Lamp c.1920-1940
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original fully adjustable industrial task lamp with black, metal shade. Height is
Category
Early 20th Century Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel
Articulating Desk Lamp by Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce
By Angelo Lelii, Arteluce
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A Mid-Century Modern desk lamp designed by Angelo Lelli with gooseneck arms and a counter-weight
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome, Steel
Articulating Desk Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A articulating desk lamp having a brass stem and a cream enameled base and hood.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Dualite Ritter Dental Mfg. Articulating Desk Lamp
Located in Houston, TX
Art Deco Dualite Ritter Dental Mfg. Articulating Desk Lamp
Newly rewired and ready for use in your
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Copper, Steel
Mid Century Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Articulating Desk Lamp
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very chic midcentury articulating desk lamp by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier. Professionally
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Bausch & Lomb Industrial Articulating Desk Lamp, Mid-Century Modern
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Bausch & Lomb industrial articulating desk lamp, Mid-Century Modern.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Articulating Desk Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen for Louis Poulsen
By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An articulating desk lamp having a brass stem with patina and off-white enameled hood and base.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid Century Articulating Desk Lamp, Matte Black, Italian, 1980's
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
A sleek desk lamp made in Italy, circa 1980s. This well-made lamp features a geared articulating
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Midcentury Brass Articulating and Counter-Balance Desk Lamp, Arredoluce
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and Dramatic Italian Mid-Century Modern style desk or table lamp in the style of Angelo
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Belgian Black Marble, Brass, Metal
H 22 in W 30 in D 6 in
Dazor 2324 Industrial Desk Drafting Architect Work Articulating Lamp, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A spectacular vintage original circa Dazor 2324 Industrial desk drafting work lamp flourescent
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Metallic Thread
H 27.56 in W 13.78 in D 7.88 in
Bausch & Lomb Industrial Articulating Desk Lamp, Sconce Mid-Century Modern
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in Buffalo, NY
Bausch & Lomb Industrial articulating desk lamp, sconce... Mid-Century Modern...Art Deco, great
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
H 6.5 in W 9.5 in D 3.5 in
German Mid-Century Modern Solid Brass Articulating 'Bauhaus' Desk Lamp
By Hillebrand
Located in New York, NY
. Stabile, practical and fully adjustable; the lamp stem and shade both articulate.
Category
Vintage 1930s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Pair of Articulating Industrial Desk Lamps / Sconces by Bausch & Lomb
By Bausch & Lomb
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice pair of articulating industrial desk lamps / sconces by Bausch & Lomb, circa 1940s. The
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Steel, Zinc
Elegant Articulating Fratelli Martini Art Deco Streamline Desk Lamp, 1930s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant articulating Art Deco / Streamline desk lamp made in Europe in the 1930s. Beautiful ivory
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 16.93 in
Comtemporary Vintage Style Articulating Metal Desk Lamp with Oil Rubbed Finish
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comtemporary Vintage Style Articulating Metal Desk Lamp with Dark Bronze Oil Rubbed Finish. Circa
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 18 in W 23 in D 10 in
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Articulating Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the articulating table lamp you’re looking for. A articulating table lamp — often made from metal, brass and steel — can elevate any home. There are 124 variations of the antique or vintage articulating table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a articulating table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A articulating table lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Industrial — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one articulating table lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Koch & Lowy, Bausch & Lomb and Gerald Thurston produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Articulating Table Lamp?
The average selling price for a articulating table lamp at 1stDibs is $1,492, while they’re typically $169 on the low end and $6,400 for the highest priced.
Finding the Right Table-lamps for You
Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.
Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.
After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.
After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.
Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.
If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.
Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.
Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Articulating Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The 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, 2023The 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, 2024To 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.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How 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.
- How do I identify my table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To 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.
- What are table lamps used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Table 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.
- What is a buffet table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Buffet 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.
- How big should a table lamp be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2024To 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, 2023The 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, 2022There 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.
- How do I fix an old table lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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 3, 2023To 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
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, 2023There 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 22, 2024The 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. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024To identify a Bradley and Hubbard table lamp, examine the base, neck and shade. Many Bradley & Hubbard lamps feature a mark consisting of the brand name centered inside a triangle. For unmarked pieces, it's usually necessary to use the characteristics of the lamp to make an identification. Bradley & Hubbard is well known for its intricate glass shades and ornate brass and bronze bases. Looking at photographs of the maker's lamps published on trusted online resources can help you get familiar with its style. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer assist you. Shop a diverse assortment of Bradley & Hubbard furniture on 1stDibs.
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