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Regency Cast Iron Lamps
Located in Hudson, NY
This pair of lamps made from Regency cast iron andirons are very nicely detailed and of heavy
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Regency Cast Iron Lamps
Regency Cast Iron Lamps
H 22 in Dm 22 in
19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
architectural element, impresses at first sight. With age, the surface of the cast iron base has slowly
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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
19th Century French Cast Iron Lamp
H 26 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
Two Pairs of Napoleon III Cast Iron Lamps
Located in Washington, DC
Wonderful patina on these two pairs of cast iron finial lamps. The bases are made of wood. Newly
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian French Neoclassical Gold 2 Light Slag Glass Cast Iron Lamp
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian cast iron library, desk or parlor lamp featuring slag glass filigree
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

1900's Antique Bradley & Hubbard Mission Green Slag and Cast Iron Lamp
By Bradley & Hubbard
Located in Louisville, KY
early 1900's, this Mission style lamp is made of heavy cast iron and beautiful mottled green slag glass
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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Neoclassical Lacquered Cast Iron Caryatid Lamp or Candeladra Women Torchere
By Ferdinand Barbedienne, J. Pradier
Located in Lille, FR
Neoclassical Lacquered Cast Iron Lamp, Science Allegory Women Torchere. First part of XX century
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Neoclassical Lacquered Cast Iron Caryatid Lamp or Candeladra Women Torchere
By Ferdinand Barbedienne, J. Pradier
Located in Lille, FR
Neoclassical Lacquered Cast Iron Lamp, Literature Allegory Women Torchere. First part of XX century
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Hollywood Regency Cast Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp by Rembrandt
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Rembrandt cast iron torchiere floor lamp with circular base and elegant floral wrought iron details.
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Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Cast Iron Column Table Lamp
Located in Copenhagen, K
Early 20th century Edwardian column table lamp in cast iron.
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Cast Iron Column Table Lamp
Edwardian Cast Iron Column Table Lamp
H 21.26 in W 4.34 in D 4.34 in
Two Cast Iron Painted Table Lamps
Located in Antwerp, BE
Two white painted iron table or floor lamps. Measure: Height of the table lamp base without
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Two Cast Iron Painted Table Lamps
Two Cast Iron Painted Table Lamps
H 27.56 in W 16.15 in D 5.52 in
19th Century Cast Iron Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
-touched lamp invokes a sense of appreciation for classical design. The cast iron base, which has been
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Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

19th Century Cast Iron Table Lamp
19th Century Cast Iron Table Lamp
H 26 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
Pair of Antique French Cast Iron Rooster Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of antique French cast iron rooster lamps. Lovely pair of French polychromed cast iron rooster
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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

White Opline Vintage Cast Iron & Brass Floor Lamps
Located in Amsterdam, NL
White opaline vintage floor lamp Cast iron with brass joints Adjustable in angle. Diameter foot
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful Art Deco desk lamp in industrial style. The base is made of cast iron, the arm is made of
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
Art Deco Period Cast Iron-Brass Desk Lamp
H 11.03 in W 17.72 in D 3.55 in
19th Century Adjustable Cast Iron Caged Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An antique adjustable industrial caged table lamp with cast iron base, bronze centerpiece
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Antique 1880s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Gooseneck Desk Lamp with Cast Iron Base, 1920s
Located in Faversham, GB
Original gooseneck industrial desk lamp. Cast iron base with flexible gooseneck stem and spun steel
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20th Century British Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

French Holophane glass Cast Iron Table Desk Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French Holophane glass, cast desk light / table lamp 2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Cast Iron Tree Form Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical table lamp was made in the Early 20th Century. It is cast iron shaped in the form of
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Early 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Star Lamp- Repurposed Architectural Element
Located in New York, NY
Cast Iron star lamp. Star was used as and architectural element for building and repurposed as a
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Classical Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Cast Iron Table Lamps
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant pair of table lamps made of cast iron with flowers and vines motif, hand painted in flat
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20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Cast Iron Table Lamps
Pair of Cast Iron Table Lamps
H 33 in W 9.5 in D 6.25 in
Pair of Cast Iron Petal Urn Torchiere Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous set of two vintage urn torchiere lamps made from a heavy cast iron and painted white. Very
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Early 20th Century European Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Belgian Art Deco Cast Iron Frosted Glass Table Lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
French mat glass, cast desk light / table lamp 2,5 meter black cotton wire, plug and switch Also
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Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Cast Iron Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful large scale Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. cast iron floor lamp. The floor lamp is
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Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Cast iron and jute table lamp - Handcrafted 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Discover the timeless elegance of this table lamp, where the robustness of wrought iron is combined
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Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat
Located in Mortsel, BE
This Cast Iron Floor Lamp/Step/Seat is a multifunctional piece, perfect for giving your space an
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat
Brutalist Cast Iron Floor Lamp, Step and Seat
H 21.66 in W 17.33 in D 19.69 in
Cast iron table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Cast iron table lamp with fabric shade vienna around 1920s Iron blackened The fabric shade is
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Architectural Cast Iron Stars Mounted as Table Lamps
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Antique French cast iron stars have been mounted on black metal bases and wired to create these
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Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair Mid Century Green Cast Iron Table Lamps
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair mid century green cast iron table lamps. 24" tall to top of the sockets. Original working
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Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Adjustable 'Task' Industrial Machinists Table Lamp with Cast Iron Base
Located in Sharon, CT
Our vintage machinist's 'Task' lamp has been recently rewired. A beautiful oval cast iron base
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Set of 2 cast iron Griffin table lamps, Netherlands 1920s
Located in ECHT, NL
Set of 2 antique lanterns. They are made from cast iron and depict a griffin. They most likely came
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Arts & Crafts Cast Iron Table Lamp with Frosted Glass Shade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderfully detailed, articulating, Arts & Crafts, cast iron table lamp with frosted glass shade.
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Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Wrought Iron Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base; French Work, circa 1970
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This interesting and unusual floor lamp is made of wrought iron with a cast iron base. This is a
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Cast-Iron Urn Lamps
Located in Pembroke, MA
Pair of French, 19th century cast-iron urns in the neoclassical manner, newly-mounted as lamps
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs Cast Iron Floor Lamp
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Amazing cast iron 3 way floor lamp by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs cast iron table lamp
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1990s American Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

French 1950s Mid Century Cast Iron Brutalist Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A fine cast iron table lamp of brutalist, candlestick-like form in the manner of Alberto & Diego
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20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron & Chrome Articulating Floor Lamp with Holophane Shade, Circa 1930
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Early 20th century steel, chrome plate, cast iron and black column floor lamp with clear holophane
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Iron

Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A striking pair of antique cast iron outside lights dating from the early 20th century. These two
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Metal

Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
Two Antique Cast Iron Outside Lights
H 55.91 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in
Cast iron art nouveau table lamp, Danish 1930's
Located in Balen, BE
A very unique cast iron table lamp with beautifully painted metal details. Handmade and painted
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Vintage 1930s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Unusual Cast Iron and Brass Goose-Neck Industrial Floor Lamp, by Hendryx
By Hendryx
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual cast iron and brass goose-neck industrial floor lamp by Hendryx, fully adjustable, bendable
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Vintage 1920s Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large Antique Liberty Lamp in Cast Iron and Marble
Located in Buxton, GB
Crafted in the late 19th century, this Antique Liberty Lamp combines the sturdiness of cast iron
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of Pifco Heat Lamps with Cast Iron Base, 1950's
Located in Faversham, GB
and great vintage character to their cast iron base and aluminum shade. Price is for the pair. The
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20th Century British Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

19th Century English Cast Iron Rainwater Hopper Table Lamps
Located in Staffordshire, GB
19th century English cast iron rainwater hopper table lamps, circa 1860. Large scale designed
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Goose Neck Desk Lamp With Cast Iron Base
Located in San Carlos, CA
-neck desk lamp featuring a cast base and a metal helmet-style shade. A true vintage treasure, this lamp
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps
Located in Søborg, DK
A pair of rare antique Danish elephant lamps from the 1920s. Raised on 3 elephant heads of cast
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Antique Cast Iron Elements as Table Lamps
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very solid feeling pair of antique iron architectural elements as lamp bases. Three
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Antique 19th Century Folk Art Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Danish Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Cast Iron, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass, cream-white fabric and bronze colored cast iron floor lamp designed and
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Vintage 1930s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Aluminum & Cast Iron Floor Lamp, 1940
By Sperti 1
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Sperti Sunlamp Inc. adjustable Aluminum and Cast Iron repurposed light therapy floor lamp, in the
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Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Aluminum

Pair Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Aluminum & Cast Iron Adjustable Floor Lamps
By (after) Raymond Loewy, Sperti 1
Located in Bainbridge, NY
head, extension rod on heavy Dark Cast Iron boomerang base. Adjustable 40H low to 57 high with shade
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Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Pair, Antique French Cast Iron Architectural Fragment Paint Decorated Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
French, 19th century or earlier. Each lamp features an authentic cast iron architectural fragment
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Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Cast and Wrought Iron Table Lamp - France 1970's
By Franz West
Located in New York, NY
Brutalist cast and wrought iron table lamp in the style of Franz West. Made of welded and assembled
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Late 19th Century Arts & Crafts Metal Cast Iron Table Lamp, United Kingdom
Located in North Miami, FL
Late 19th century century Arts & Crafts three-legged metal cast iron table lamp, United Kingdom By
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Antique Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Neobaroque Art Deco Floor Lamp in Cast Iron and Lacquered Metal, circa 1940
By Jean-Charles Moreux, Serge Roche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Neobaroque Art Deco floor lamp in cast iron and lacquered metal, circa 1940. Probably repainted.
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of Unique 1920's Enamel & Cast Iron Desk Lamps, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Set of two rare cast iron and enamelled metal desk lamps. Made in former Czechoslovakia in the 1920
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Early 20th Century Czech Table Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Vintage Theatre Lamp, Hewitt Universal, Victorian Cast Iron Stand
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage theatre lamp by Hewitt Universal mounted to a Victorian cast iron stand. Fully
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20th Century English Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Floor Lamp Chrome Cast Iron Toni Zuccheri, Italy, circa 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
, glass and a cast iron foot. Very cool floor lamp in well preserved condition with a 2 pivoting
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Chrome

Moooi Brave New World XL Lamp in Oak Frame with Cast Iron Weight by Freshwest
By Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In a Brave New World, imagination is free to produce a complex lamp with simple materials
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Greek Green Bastet Cat God Table Lamp Cast Iron Patinated 1940s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Mid-Century Greek Bastet Cat God Table Lamp Iron Patinated The heavy object in cast in iron, is
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Vintage 1940s Greek Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Foil, Iron

Antique Brass and Cast Iron Elephant Lamps By Voss Of Denmark
By Voss Belysning
Located in Søborg, DK
elephant heads of cast iron with white painted iron tusks. The elephant heads are attached with two screws
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Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Moooi Brave New World Large Lamp in Oak Frame with Cast Iron Weight by Freshwest
By Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In a Brave New World, imagination is free to produce a complex lamp with simple materials
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique and Painted Cast Iron Baroque Revival Floor Lamp w. Putti Bust Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare and very decorative, handcrafted floor lamp (former oil lamp). If you have an appetite for
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Antique 19th Century European Baroque Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

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Cast Iron Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cast iron lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cast iron lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, iron and glass. There are 733 antique and vintage cast iron lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 26 modern editions to choose from as well. Cast iron lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cast iron lamps bearing Industrial or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Cast iron lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Elektrosvit, Industria Rotterdam and O.C. White are consistently popular.

How Much are Cast Iron Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $939, while they’re typically $98 on the low end and $134,486 highest priced.

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 Cast Iron Lamps
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The difference between iron and cast iron comes down to content. Iron is generally pure iron, a chemical element that is a solid metal at room temperature. Cast iron is a mix of iron, carbon, silicon, manganese, sulfur, phosphorus and other elements. Both iron and cast iron can be used to produce furniture, cookware, decorative objects and other items. Generally, cast iron is heavier than iron. Shop an assortment of iron and cast iron pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The name of the person who invented cast iron is unknown. However, anthropologists and archaeologists have determined that the ancient Chinese were the first to develop it. The earliest known examples of cast iron date back to the 6th century B.C. Cast iron production didn't begin in Europe until the 14th century A.D. Shop a collection of cast iron furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cast iron columns are vertical supports produced out of cast iron, a material made from iron and alloys with a carbon content of more than two percent. During the 19th century, cast iron columns were used in architecture. Today, they primarily function as decorative objects. Shop a range of cast iron columns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Whether cast iron columns are hollow depends on the piece. Most cast iron columns are hollow due to the manner of crafting, but some are solid. On 1stDibs, find a selection of columns.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, you can generally use cast iron as a planter because the material is durable and sturdy. However, you may need to drill drainage holes in a cast iron piece that wasn't intended to function as a planter to allow excess water to exit the vessel. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cast iron planters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    To keep a piece made of cast iron from rusting, place it in a cool, dry space with good air circulation.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to hang a cast iron bell depends on the style. Some cast iron bells have loops at the top that you can hang from a hook anchored onto your desired mounting surface. Others have brackets or frames that you can secure with mounting screws. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron bells.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Cast iron trivets are used for many things but are especially ideal for slow cooking meat. They can prop up food in Dutch ovens to prevent burning and increase heat distribution.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cast iron is stronger than steel.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cast iron doorstops originated in the late 18th century. Osbourn Dursey invented the first doorstop in 1878. Decorative cast iron stops became popular in the 1920s and remained so throughout World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique cast iron doorstops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, cast iron tables can rust. Pieces are more likely to develop rust when exposed to humidity, such as in bathrooms or outdoor living spaces in coastal areas. Wiping surfaces clean regularly and touching up scratches and chips can reduce the risk of rust. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cast iron tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, cast iron firebacks are quite sturdy and work really well. As they are made of solid iron, it's a challenge to move and place them. Given that, cast iron firebacks are the best protection for the back wall of the fireplace. Find a variety of firebacks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A cast iron fireplace insert is a firebox that fits into an existing fireplace surround. The insert is made of cast iron, a type of iron that is more than 2 percent carbon. Cast iron is highly durable and very resistant to the effects of heat. You'll find a selection of cast iron fireplace inserts on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Yes, cast-iron furniture rusts.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cast iron is frequently used for fireplaces due to its properties. The metal is highly durable, allowing it to hold up to the effects of frequent use. It also readily conducts heat to help warm up interiors. You'll find a variety of cast iron fireplaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Cast iron is often used for benches because of its characteristics. Its strength makes it well-suited to support the weight of two or more adults, and its hardness allows it to resist damage due to weather exposure. Shop a range of cast iron benches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cast iron beds were made starting in the 1850s. These types of beds were handmade until World War I through the use of molds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Unlike cast iron, wrought iron is not brittle and will bend rather than break. Wrought ironwork is produced with a hammer and anvil and tends to be more intricate than cast ironwork, which is characterized by repetitive designs that can be carved into a wooden pattern and cast. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, cast iron umbrella stands and anything made of cast iron can rust. Keeping your cast iron umbrella stand away from moisture and humidity is the best way to keep it from rusting. However, because it is designed to hold wet umbrellas that may be impractical. Some people like to paint cast iron to protect it from rusting. You’ll find a variety of cast iron and other umbrella stands from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether cast iron garden furniture lasts depends on the quality of the pieces and how well you care for and maintain them over time. Many people choose cast iron, aluminum, wicker or rattan garden furniture for their outdoor patio sets. Shop an assortment of garden furniture on 1stDibs.

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