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Barovier Murano Italian Gold Footed Table Lamp
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handblown Murano Italian footed glass table lamp with lots of gold inclusions, by Barovier & Toso
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Large Mid Century Modern crow's foot table lamp by Karl Heinz Kinsky for Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Rare large Mid Century Modern crow's foot table lamp by Karl Heinz Kinsky for Cosack.
Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
H 22.84 in W 12.21 in D 10.24 in
Small Mid Century Modern crow's foot table lamp by Karl Heinz Kinsky for Cosack
By Louis Kalff
Located in München, DE
Very nice Mid Century Modern crow's foot table lamp in very good original condition.
Design by Karl
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
H 9.85 in W 7.09 in D 5.52 in
Pair Barovier & Toso Murano Italian Gold Footed Table Lamps
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Pair Handblown Murano Italian footed glass table lamps with lots of gold inclusions, by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Red Crow's foot table lamp by Ewa Varnamo, 1950's
By Ewå Värnamo
Located in Uccle, BE
A red vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish desk lamp made of hand crafted painted metal, produced by
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Small Mid Century crow's foot table lamp with fiberglass lampshade by Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Beautiful little Mid Century Modern table lamp by Cosack. Made in Germany.
Lampshade is made of
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 9.85 in W 9.06 in D 3.94 in
Pair of beautiful red Mid Century Diabolo crow's foot table lamps from Cosack
By Cosack Leuchten
Located in München, DE
Pair of beautiful red Mid Century Modern Diabolo crowfoot table lamps.
Manufactured by Cosack. Made
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 3.75 in
Mid-Century Hillebrand Brass Table Lamp Brown Shade, Germany, 1960s
By Hillebrand
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century brass foot table lamp, brown metal shade, Germany, 1960s b Hillebrand.
Good vintage
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1920s Austrian Diamond Pattern Cut Crystal Gilt Bronze Table Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Austrian cut crystal glass and gold gilt bronze four footed table lamp, circa 1920. Lamp measures
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Chinoiserie Asian Verdigris Green Bronze Censor Table Lamp by Wildwood - a Pair
By Wildwood Lamp Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Verdigris Green Bronze "Censor" Paw Foot Table Lamps by Wildwood - a Pair
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 29 in W 8 in D 7.5 in
Pair of Italian Ceramic Hand Painted Red and White Candy Stripe Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Italian ceramic footed table lamps in tapered cylindrical form with narrowed
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Desk Lamp with Red Shade Mid Century Modern by Stilux Milano, 1950s
By Stilux
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Stilux Mid Century Modern black crow foot table lamp. Beautiful design with adjustable
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
classic Louis Kalff table lamp for Philips CROW FOOT beautifully preserved
By Louis Christiaan Kalff
Located in Landshut, BY
Louis Kalff table lamp Mid century
Beautifully preserved Crow's foot table lamp from the 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Iron, Sheet Metal
Vintage WILDWOOD Table Lamps Ceramic Gilt Paw Footed Pair
By Wildwood Lamps 1
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Lighting Acquisitions Of A
Pair of Vintage WILDWOOD Ceramic Table Lamps with Gilt Gold Leaf
Category
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large four foot tall Modeline style white cylinder table or floor lamp
By Modeline Lamp Co.
Located in Ferndale, MI
Four foot one inch tall cylinder of soft white accent lighting . Works either as table lamp or
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
Tall Mutual Sunset Walnut & Brass Table Lamp on Footed Oval Base, 1950s
By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Mutual Sunset Lamp Company Walnut and Brass tri-form footed reading Table Lamp. Featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Swedish Art Deco Brass Table Lamp Foot
Located in Kramfors, SE
Art Deco lamp foot in brass from Sweden. The lamp foot is from the early 20th century, around 1920
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Cloisonne Enamel Footed Ginger Jar Table Lamp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Illuminate your space with this exceptional antique cloisonné enamel footed ginger jar table lamp
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Golden Bankers Table Lamp on Marble Foot, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Lovely Elegant Brass and Marble Table Lamp, 1960s
The lamp comes with E27 Edison screw fit bulb
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
large vine foot lamp
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
Light up your interior with Authenticity: Floor Lamp Made from Natural Vine
Give your space a
Category
Late 20th Century French Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Antique Footed Gilt Bronze Hand Etched Cranberry Table lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This stunning 19th-century continental table lamp combines delicate artistry and vintage charm
Category
Antique 1870s French Rococo Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Three Footed Patinated Table Lamps with Shades
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of table lamps with 3 feet on base in a candlestick style.
Category
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Beautiful large Ceramic Table Lamp Foot Bertoncello, Italy, 1960s Vintage
By Bertoncello
Located in Nuernberg, DE
An amazing ceramic Mid-Century Modern large table lamp foot, made in Italy, circa 1960s. This is a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Art Deco Vienna Nickle Plated Table Lamp Foot, Vintage, 1920s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful very heavy table lamp foot or side table lamp foot. Made of metal, nickel plated. Classic
Category
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Monumental Mid Century Brass Tripod Table Lamp! Claw Foot Decorator Stiffel
By Stiffel
Located in Peoria, AZ
Elegance in Brass!
Mid Century
Brass Tripod
Table Lamp
Claw Foot Tripod Base
Brass Ball Motif
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Enamel
Monumental Table Lamp Foot Snowball Ice Glass Globe, 1960s Doria Leuchten
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful large monumental table lamp foot or side table lamp. Made of glass and aluminum by Doria
Category
Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Monumental Marbro Lamp Co. "Fleur de Lis" Brass Table Lamp & Glass Shade, 1960s
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Substantial Six Foot Marbro Lighting Company Brass Table Lamp with White Milk Glass Shade
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Three-Footed Italian Lamp with Shade
Located in Sheffield, MA
The Renaissance Italian lamp is composed of an antique three-footed barley-twist candlestick
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Table Lamp With Marble Foot by Oscar Torlasco, Italy 1955
By Lumi, Oscar Torlasco
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
beautiful table lamp for Lumi in the 1950's.
The construction is made of brass and the base is made of
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Metal
Maitland Smith Bronze & Shell Mosaic Footed Ginger Jar Urn Table Lamp 30"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith table in the shape of a tall ginger jar / urn featuring a white shell mosaic
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Italian Ufo Table Lamp Dusty Green Lacquer Floating Foot, Stilnovo Style, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Italian Stilnovo style ufo table lamp with wrinkle dusty green lacquer
The sculptural lamp has a
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 12.6 in Dm 13.78 in
Chapman Neoclassical French Empire Style Brass Torch Shaped Table Lamp Paw Foot
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1997 Chapman Brass table lamp in the shape of a neoclassical torch with black accents on a
Category
1990s Empire Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 6.75 in D 6.75 in
Neoclassical Table Lamp with Marble Foot and Egyptian Warrior under the Shade
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Very rare table lamp with a brass Egyptian warrior walking on a marble base. The shade, which is
Category
20th Century Dutch Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in
Table Lamp with Pineapple Foot from Maison Charles / Jansen, circa 1960-1970
By Maison Charles-Jansen
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Table lamps - pineapple base
edition Maison Charles, circa 1960- 970
Vintage - Jansen
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
H 19.69 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Danish table lamp with brass foot, topshade and matt amber coloured glass stem
By Fog & Mørup
Located in DK
This table lamp with patinated brass foot, topshade and matt amber coloured glass stem was executed
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 16.93 in Dm 15.75 in
Vintage Chapman Brass Urn Figural Footed Stag Elk Table Buffet Lamp Hoof Feet
By Chapman Manufacturing Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Chapman Industries brass urn shaped lamp with Stag / Elk tripod hoof footed base. Circa 1986
Category
Vintage 1980s Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 17 in D 13 in
Pair of Mid-Century American White Frosted and Striped Footed Glass Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century American table lamps with bulbous vase form having an alternating translucent
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 30 in W 13 in D 13 in
Vintage Gorgeous WMF Ikora Glass Table Lamp Foot, Vintage German Art Deco, 1930s
By WMF Ikora
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Beautiful "WMF" German Ikora glass lamp in a tantalizing color palette of greens and black, having
Category
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
H 14.25 in Dm 5.5 in
Charles X Style Patinated Bronze Paw Footed Candlestick Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Charles X Style Patinated Bronze Paw-Footed Candlestick Lamp
France, 20th Century
This elegant
Category
20th Century French Charles X Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Rare R. Lalique France Footed Vase with Putto Supports & Grapes as a Table Lamp
By Lalique
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A rarely seen and fine Lalique Lamp design. Signed on the base. A charming footed bowl or vase with
Category
20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Antique Neo Classical Style French Zinc Footed Urn Lamp
Located in Lomita, CA
footed urn lamp body probably 19th Century; probably fitted into a lamp in the 20th Century
The body of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Enamel, Zinc
Elegant Desk Lamps with Marble Foot and Coppered Brass Body
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Nice table lamps with steady white marble foot, and all coppered brass body, ideal for desks with
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Modernist Claw Foot Desk Lamp by Louis Kalff for Phillips
By Phillips, Louis Kalff
Located in San Diego, CA
Modernist claw foot desk lamp by Louis Kalff for Phillips, circa 1950s. The lamp is in very nice
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
German Footed Candlestick Vanity Lamps with Porcelain Flowers; a Pair
Located in Malibu, CA
Charming 1940s petite German brass bedside or vanity lamps with handmade tiny ceramic flowers
Category
Vintage 1940s German Belle Époque Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Splendid Elkington & Co. Roman Foot Sterling silver oil lamp, England 1840s
By Elkington & Co.
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Elkington & Co. Roman Foot Sterling silver oil lamp, England 1840s
Category
Antique 1840s English High Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Sterling Silver
H 2.45 in W 9.22 in D 2.45 in
Italian 1970s XL table light with foot in porcelin
Located in Palermo, PA
Introducing a magnificent XL Italian table light from the late 1970s, boasting exquisite
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Antique Bathtub Lions Claw Foot Changed into a Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Antique bathtub lions claw foot changed into a lamp, 19th century.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Antique Bathtub Lions Claw Foot Changed into a Lamp, 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Antique bathtub lions claw foot changed into a lamp, 19th century.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Wonderful Brushed Nickel Gilt Bronze Caldwell Neoclassical Regency Paw Foot Lamp
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Brushed Silver and Gilt Bronze Swag Neoclassical / Regency Paw Foot Lamp In The Manner
Category
Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel, Bronze
Moorcroft Art Pottery 'Fuchsia' Footed Lamp with Lightolier Glass Reflector Bowl
By Moorcroft Pottery, Lightolier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
handcrafted table lamp displays beautifully and has a saturated color palette which make it a Stand out. A
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Bronze Art Nouveau Lamp with Majorelle Foot and Pâte de Verre
By Hector Guimard, Louis Majorelle
Located in Rebais, FR
Bronze lamp with nickel patinated finish and purple glass. (glass color can be change by dark blue
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Large 3' Foot Grand Acrylic and Brass Floriform Tulip Lamp by Rougier
By Roger Rougier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Large 35" tall grand "Tulip" lamp by Rougier with large hand-made white acrylic Floriform section
Category
Vintage 1970s Canadian Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Classic Gold Table Lamp
By Stillux
Located in Milan, IT
Sitting on a double-layered, footed metal base, this table lamp strikes with its elegant silhouette
Category
2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Very Nice bamboo table lamp circa 1970
Located in Monaco, MC
Very Nice Bambou table lamp.
Foot in patinated brass, lampshade in rattan.
Italy Circa 1970
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Italian Baobab Table Lamp from Iguzzini, 1970s
By iGuzzini
Located in Hamburg, DE
repeated in the foot of the table lamp. The heavy foot forms a narrow cone. The black supply line is a
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hand Painted Persimmon Peonies & Parcel Gilt Table Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
Double gourd form ceramic hand painted and parcel gilt Asian inspired table lamp with footed black
Category
Vintage 1960s Table Lamps
Peill & Putzler White Clouds Glass Table Lamp, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Hollow-footed glass table lamp made by Peill & Putzler in the 1970s. Their unique patterning
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Barovier & Toso Monumental Handblown Blue Glass Table Lamp, 1950s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in New York, NY
Monumental handblown blue glass table lamp, footed with channelled body by Barovier & Toso, Murano
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Art Glass
Design Technics American Ceramic Bottle Form Mustard Glazed Table Lamp
By Design Technics
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century American ceramic table lamp in footed bottle form with an extended brass stem, harp
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pumpkin-Shaped Diskometal Table Lamp by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
beautiful home.
* Pumpkin-shaped diskometal table lamp on foot with a fabric shade with cognac-coloured
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
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Footed Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of footed table lamps available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct footed table lamps — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. Find 70 antique and vintage footed table lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of footed table lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Footed table lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency and Art Nouveau styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made footed table lamps over the years, but those made by Barovier&Toso, Angelo Brotto and Louis Kalff are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Footed Table Lamps?
Footed table lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,656, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $7,220.
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 Footed Table Lamps
- When were claw foot tables made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Claw foot tables were first made in the 18th century. Typically, artisans carved the feet out of solid wood. Many Chippendale-style furniture designs show off this feature. Later works sometimes featured metal claws holding glass balls. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique claw foot tables.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 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 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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