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Rustic Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, TX
Rustic Driftwood table lamp. Measure: 34". Charming lamp composed of bundled driftwood. Naturel
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Rustic Driftwood Table Lamp
Rustic Driftwood Table Lamp
H 34 in W 15 in D 15 in
Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large 1950s driftwood table lamp. Harp and finial can be sourced if needed.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
H 13.25 in W 13.25 in D 8 in
Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large 1950s driftwood table lamp. Harp and finial can be sourced if needed.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
Large 1950s Driftwood Table Lamp
H 29.5 in W 12 in D 10.5 in
Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Striking mid century Driftwood table lamp. Nicely proportioned with rich dark wood set atop a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
H 23 in W 14 in D 12 in
Varnished Arts & Crafts Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern varnished driftwood table lamp.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century Driftwood table lamp This lamp measures: 20 wide x 13.5 deep x 16.5 inches high
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
Mid Century Driftwood Table Lamp
H 16.5 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
Driftwood Table Lamp with Live Edge Wood Base
Located in Chicago, IL
Driftwood table lamp with unexpected live edge carved wood base, circa 1960s. Rush wrapped long
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Substantial Driftwood Table Lamp on Mahogany Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Circa 1940s sculptural driftwood table lamp with organic form and large size. Beautiful, natural
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Vintage 1940s American Primitive Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood, Mahogany

Large 37" Tall Mid Century Modern Varnished Oiled Driftwood Table Lamp MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 37" Tall Mid Century Modern Varnished Oiled Driftwood Table Lamp MINT
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Modern Organic Driftwood Table Lamp with LED Lightbulb Ball, 2021
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Out of the ordinary modern organic driftwood table lamp with LED lightbulb ball. This contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Chic Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Coastal table lamp. A gorgeous heavy slab of driftwood. Twine wrapped hardware
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Pair of 1950s Driftwood Table Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of vintage 1950s table lamps in natural driftwood have the well-worn patina only age can give
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Pair of 1950s Driftwood Table Lamps
Pair of 1950s Driftwood Table Lamps
H 23 in W 17 in D 10.5 in
Vintage Boho Carved Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage Boho wood lamp. Gorgeous finished wood knuckle with a craved area towards the
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Monumental Vintage Boho Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage driftwood lamp. Beautiful organic modern style with heavy rustic branches. A tall
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Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Organic Modern Form Painted Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful sculptural large table lamp. Painted driftwood arranged in a handsome array. Single
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Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Naturally Sculpted Driftwood Table Lamp/Natural Sculpture 1950's
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-1120 Natural driftwood lamp ,sculpted by the winds and water of the sea. Original wiring in
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Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage Boho Monumental Painted Driftwood Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular pair of vintage monumental table lamps. Soaring painted driftwood on wooden plinths
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Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Organic Modern Sculptural Driftwood Table Lamp with Handrubbed Walnut Base
Located in New York, NY
This graphic and casually elegant table lamp was realized in the United States, circa 1950. If
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut, Driftwood

Pair of Sculptural California Driftwood 1960s Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of 1960s California driftwood table lamps with custom walnut bases. Rewired.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut, Driftwood

White Table Lamp Sculptural Driftwood Mid Century, Catskills NY, 1950's
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Impressive sculptural driftwood table lamp recently repainted white with new brass hardware
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Vintage 1950s American Adirondack Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage Pair Plaster Lacquered White Faux Driftwood Faux Bois Beach Table Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage plaster faux bois driftwood table lamps. These have been newly lacquered in
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Rustic American Driftwood 1940s Burl Table Lamp with Single Light
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American driftwood burl table lamp from the Mid-20th Century with single socket and rustic
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Table Lamps

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Brass

Driftwood and Quartz Table Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s driftwood and quartz lamp on wood base with original shade. Measurements are to the top of
Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Quartz

Driftwood and Quartz Table Lamp
Driftwood and Quartz Table Lamp
H 36 in W 15 in D 8.5 in
Driftwood Lamp
Located in Sagaponack, NY
Spectacular driftwood lamp with brass tray
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Driftwood Lamp
Driftwood Lamp
H 37.5 in W 17 in D 10 in
Midcentury Driftwood Desk Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful midcentury driftwood desk lamp, this fantastic desk lamp features a sculptural body
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Midcentury Driftwood Desk Lamp
Midcentury Driftwood Desk Lamp
H 26.25 in W 17.5 in D 11.5 in
Vintage Driftwood Sculptural Table Lamp with Matching Finial
Located in West Hartford, CT
Vintage sculptural driftwood lamp made of intertwining branches and topped with matching finial
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Monumental Mid Century Driftwood Lamp
Located in Redding, CT
Monumental Mid Century driftwood Lamp. Fabulous bulbous base with intricate roots. Unique, one of a
Category

Vintage 1960s Bohemian Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Selection of Sculptural Driftwood Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of sculptural driftwood lamps, American, circa 1950s. They retain their original
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Table Lamp, Wood, Driftwood, Fabric, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted wood, driftwood and white fabric table lamp designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Driftwood

Modern Driftwood Lamp With Fiberglass Shade
Located in Saddle River, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Driftwood Lamp with Fiberglass Shade Add a touch of organic elegance to your
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Fiberglass, Driftwood

1950s Table Lamp with Driftwood Base and Painted Bamboo Shade
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Table Lamp with Driftwood Base and Painted Bamboo Shade Height to top of shade.
Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Driftwood

Vintage Boho Monumental Driftwood Lamps - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
driftwood lamps. Each lamp is a one-of-a-kind sculptural composition of hand-selected driftwood
Category

Late 20th Century North American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Organic Modern Design Table Lamp Driftwood with Copper Tubes, Austria 2022
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
One of a kind 21st century designer table lamp, artfully hand crafted by a young talented Austrian
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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Large Driftwood Lamp on Custom Travertine Base
Located in New York, NY
Large sculptural driftwood lamp on a travertine base. The lamp has been Newly rewired with silk
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine

Table Lamp, Brutalist, Abstract Root Driftwood Brown color France 20th Century
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
We can notice the organic curves. The Driftwwod is a Root. We have a socket in plastic, with a plastic switch You can use any kind of bulb up to 100 watt, but choose by priority, bul...
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20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Sea Naval Shells Theme Decorated Driftwood Base Table Lamp Mid-Century Modern
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Sea Naval Shells Theme Decorated Driftwood Base Table Lamp Mid Century Modern MINT!
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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Upholstery, Driftwood

Vintage Driftwood Lamp w/ Encrusted Quartz Crystal Shards
Located in North Miami, FL
A wonderful organic large driftwood lamp with many clear quartz encrustations embedded through the
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Quartz

Pair of Sculptural Driftwood Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Interesting pair of driftwood lamps in great and unusual dark finish. Both lamps are in very good
Category

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

Pair of Sculptural Driftwood Lamps
Pair of Sculptural Driftwood Lamps
H 36 in W 12 in D 7.5 in
Mid Century Cypres Root Driftwood Style Backet Weave Shape Shade Table Lamp MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Cyprus Root Driftwood Style Backet Weave Shape Shade Table Lamp MINT
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood, Cypress

Pair of Ceramic Driftwood-Form Faux Bois Table Lamps
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of ceramic faux bois driftwood bodied table lamps with beautifully authentic glazing. Brass
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Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Mid 20th Century Driftwood Lamp With Scenic Shade
Located in west palm beach, FL
Illuminate your space with the natural beauty of this Vintage MCM Driftwood Lamp with a Scenic
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage Driftwood Mid-Century Modern Large Wooden Black Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage driftwood Mid-Century Modern large wooden black table lamp. Item features solid driftwood
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Unique Vintage & Large Driftwood or Root Wood Large Table Lamp Mid-Century Mod
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large, sculptural and dramatic table lamp made of drift or root wood with a polychrome finish
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Abalone, Driftwood

Vintage Folk Art Gun Lamp of Wrought Iron and Driftwood
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Folk Art table lamp handmade in the shape of a gun/ rifle using driftwood and wrought iron
Category

20th Century American Folk Art Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Driftwood Lamp Table or Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Large and impressive floor lamp, end table. Organic Modern form Driftwood body with kidney shaped
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Driftwood, Glass

American Southwest Style Table Lamp
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
This American Southwest table lamp is a stunning fusion of rustic charm and artistry. The focal
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Vintage 1980s American Country Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Midcentury Drift Wood Standing Table Lamp
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage freeform sculptural floor table lamp. Popular in beach and cabin homes in the 1950s and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Unique Weathered Wood Aztec Temple Style Table Lamp
Located in Lincoln, GB
Unique Weathered Wood Aztec Temple Style Table Lamp Age unknown, bespoke convension into table
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21st Century and Contemporary Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Large Driftwood Lamp Table or Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
One of two sculptural lamp / tables we've listed from this suite ( we also listed the matching
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Driftwood, Glass

Organic Natural Free Edge Style Hardwood Table Lamp with Original Shade
By George Nakashima
Located in Ferndale, MI
Free edge organic narural form driftwood style table lamp. Brass stem to socket is wrapped in
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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage cholla wood Table Lamp on Maple Base with Original Shade
Located in Lomita, CA
The midcentury look of this lamp in cholla wood and maple creates a statement lighting moment. The
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Driftwood

Pair of Vintage Driftwood Floor Lamps with Glass End Tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pair of large vintage floor lamps features unique driftwood construction with a wonderful
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Vintage Driftwood Mid-Century Modern White Floor Lamp with Side Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Driftwood Mid-Century Modern white floor lamp with side table. Item features Impressive
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Painted Iron Panel Lamp
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This newly made table lamp from a vintage painted iron panel is a great way to add tons of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Other Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Metal

French Painted Iron Panel Lamp
French Painted Iron Panel Lamp
H 38 in W 16 in D 10 in
Mid Century Organic Rustic Modern Tree Root Lamp
By George Nakashima
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice vintage tree root or driftwood lamp sculpted by nature with embedded rocks that tree grew
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Pair of American Mid-Century Faux Driftwood Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
"Pair of American Mid-Century large faux driftwood composition table lamps resting on a black
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Composition

Driftwood Table Lamp
Located in Gravenmoer, NL
Driftwood Table Lamp
Category

20th Century Indonesian Table Lamps

Driftwood Table Lamp
Driftwood Table Lamp
H 29.53 in W 11.03 in D 10.24 in
Mid-Century Driftwood Table Lamp with Original Shade
Located in Hudson, NY
Mid-Century driftwood table lamp. Great form with polychromed finish. Original vellum shade with
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

An Enormous Single Driftwood Table Lamp 1950s with Claret Red Shade
Located in Finchley, London
An Enormous Single Driftwood Table Lamp 1950s with Claret Red Shade. Beautiful Sculptural Piece
Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

Pair of Fabulous White Driftwood Lamps
Located in Finchley, London
A pair of driftwood table lamps. Rewired to English standards. New silk cord. Shades not
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Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Driftwood

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Driftwood Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of driftwood table lamps available for sale. Each of these unique driftwood table lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, driftwood and metal. We have 148 antique and vintage driftwood table lamps in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of driftwood table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of driftwood table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Folk Art driftwood table lamps are of considerable interest. Some driftwood table lamps are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller driftwood table lamps, measuring 6 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many driftwood table lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Flair Florence, James Mont and Nunzi produced popular driftwood table lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Driftwood Table Lamps?

Prices for driftwood table lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, driftwood table lamps begin at $265 and can go as high as $20,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,533.

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

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

    Find a range of antique and vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To 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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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

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

The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

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

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

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