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Pittsburgh Glass Company Nicolas Kopp Reverse Glass Painting Shade & Lamp
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
SALE ONE WEEK ONLY "Pittsburgh Glass Company Lamp" Landscape, Reverse Glass Paintng The landscape
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stunning Pair of Blown Reverse Painted Murano Vases as Custom Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970, as newly made custom lamps. Beautiful reverse painting highlight the pieces. Heavy and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Stellar Pair of Vintage Large-Scale Reverse Painted Murano Vases as Custom Lamps
Located in Atlanta, GA
, as newly made custom lamps. Beautiful reverse painting highlight the pieces. Heavy and exceptionally
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stone, Brass

Bottega Karin, Reverse Glass Painting, Églomisé Table Lamp, Design Attb, Laszlo
By Karin Van Leyden 1, Paul Laszlo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Reverse paint (églomisé) Made by Karin Van Leyden. The glass lamp itself measures approximate 21 height x
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Paint, Glass

Pair of Chinese export reverse painting on glass vases made to lamp
Located in New York, NY
Pair of very unusual and tall, antique Chinese export reverse painted glass vases: each of
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Table Lamps

Twisted Glass Pole Reversed Painting Table Art Deco Floor Lamp
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Art Deco Mid-Century Modern decor floor lamp with thick twisted glass base and reversed painting
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20th Century American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

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Reverse Painting Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal reverse painting lamp for your home. A reverse painting lamp — often made from glass, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 17 options for an antique or vintage reverse painting lamp now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the reverse painting lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each reverse painting lamp bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made reverse painting lamp over the years, but those crafted by Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Daum and Fontana Arte are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Reverse Painting Lamp?

A reverse painting lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,995, while the lowest priced sells for $656 and the highest can go for as much as $71,751.
Questions About Reverse Painting Lamp
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reverse painting is a method of glass art. The artist paints the back of a glass panel so the finished work can be seen from the opposite side. The technique is centuries old and pieces can be found in a variety of art styles. Browse a selection of reverse painted pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first step in reverse glass painting is to select your design and to transfer it to a pane of glass. From there you can paint in your design. Once the paint is dry and set, you can proudly display your artwork from the unpainted side that will have no exposed paint and will be less prone to chipping.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Reverse painting on glass is called verre églomisé. The term gets its name from the 18th-century decorator Jean-Baptiste Glomy who became famous for his reverse-painted glass prints. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of verre églomisé furniture and jewelry.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, you can paint a glass lamp shade. You can use glass paints or acrylic paint to give old glass fixtures an inexpensive makeover. You can also use stencils for added visual appeal. Find a variety of lamp shades on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To paint a ceramic lamp, most experts recommend using an acrylic paint that’s specially formulated for ceramics. However, other paints can work. Consult the paint brand’s website for more information about suitable surfaces. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern ceramic lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.