Seashell Table Lamp
to
10
67
19
78
5
4
24
20
8
3
2
2
1
1
1
77
9
3
28
33
4
5
7
21
3
48
27
16
14
11
40
37
32
12
6
86
82
85
6
3
2
2
2
Sort By
Seashell Table Lamp 2331-BB-60 by Officina Luce
By Officina Luce
Located in Prato, IT
The luxurious series of Seashell table lamps is all about the stunning ceramic base, which is a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
1970s Solid Brass Coquillage Seashell Table lamp by DEKNUDT Belgium Model 3742/1
By Deknudt
Located in Torquay, GB
A 1970s solid brass seashell table lamp by Deknudt Belgium, model number 3742/1.
In the form of a
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 10.24 in W 5.12 in D 3.94 in
Mid-Century Modern Seashell Table Lamps
Located in North Miami, FL
Beautiful composite resin tall lamps with hundreds of seashells and marine details throughout
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Resin
Rare Willy Daro Brass and Seashell Table Lamps, circa 1970
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Willy Daro designed these stunning modernist table lamps. The pieces were crafted in France circa
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Large Paavo Tynell Full Brass Seashell Table Lamp Model 5321, Taito Oy 1940s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
designed in 1938, this "seashell" lamp is considered as one of the first modernistic table lamps by Paavo
Category
Vintage 1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 13.78 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Pair of Plaster Seashell Shell Table Lamps by Sirmos Newly Restored
By Sirmos
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage plaster seashell table lamps by Sirmos. These have been professionally wired
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Aluminum Seashell Lamps Attributed to the Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of aluminum seashell lamps attributed to the Laurel Lamp Company, Newark, New Jersey. The
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Chrome
Pair of Vintage Grotto Style Seashell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout pair of large table lamps ambitiously handcrafted in a grotto style assemblage of exotic
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Wood
Wonderful Art Nouveau Nautilus Seashell Figural Vida Poche Table Lamp
Located in Roslyn, NY
A Wonderful Art Nouveau Nautilus Seashell Figural Vida Poche Table Lamp
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Table Lamp Silver and Gold Glazed Ceramic Seashell Classical Pediment
By Maison Jansen
Located in Chicago, IL
A French table tamp with silver and gold glazed accent ceramic seashell on a classical pediment
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Silver Plate
French Table Lamp with Real Seashell Surrounded by Nickel Chrome Frame
By Galerie Maison et Jardin
Located in Chicago, IL
A French table lamp with real seashell surrounded by a very heavy wide nickel chrome frame, circa
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
A "seashell" lamp - French folk art - 1960s
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A seashell lamp, assembled from two real mother-of-pearl shells and electrified. A piece of French
Category
Vintage 1960s French Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Vintage Pair Palm Beach Nautilus Shell Seashell Plaster Table Lamps Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of large opposing 1970s vintage nautilus seashell shell plaster table lamps. No chips or
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
H 25 in W 14 in D 6 in
Pair of Tall Coastal Seashell Encrusted Column Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Tall Coastal Seashell Encrusted Column Lamps
USA, Later 20th Century
A stunning pair of
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Large Pair Conch Shell Seashell Palm Beach Table Lamps Restored Lucite
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of amazing large vintage 1970s conch shell table lamps. These have been completely restored
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Mid Century Emilia Palomba Gilded Seashell Lamp, Italy 1980s
Located in Aspen, CO
Italy 1980's Emilia Palomba gilded Seashell Lamp with custom shade
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Modernist 'Abalone Lawyer's Lamp' with Real Vintage Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Brass
Abalone Desk Lamp in Chrome with Natural Seashell Shade [In Stock]
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Employing the latest advances in cool-to-the-touch LED technology, the collection features table lamps
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Nickel
![Abalone Desk Lamp in Chrome with Natural Seashell Shade [In Stock]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/abalone-desk-lamp-in-chrome-with-natural-seashell-shade-in-stock-for-sale/f_79152/f_423191321731641780264/f_42319132_1731641781070_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Abalone Desk Lamp in Chrome with Natural Seashell Shade [In Stock]")
Adjustable 'Abalone Task Lamp' in Brass with Natural Abalone Seashell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
collection features table lamps and wall sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Brass
French Lamp in the Shape of a Seashell with Fish and Aquatic Plants
Located in Copenhagen, DK
French lamp in the shape of a seashell with fish and aquatic plants.
Hand-painted ceramics
Category
Vintage 1960s French Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler Glass Seashell Light Made in Germany, 1960’s
By Peill & Putzler
Located in London, GB
A Mid-Century Modern Peill & Putzler glass sea shell desk light or table light made in West Germany
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
H 8.67 in W 10.24 in D 4.34 in
Paavo Tynell Pair of Large Seashell Wall Scones in Full Brass, Taito 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
designed with the same approach as the iconic seashell table lamps. And the parts are largely made with the
Category
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
H 19.69 in W 11.82 in D 5.91 in
Art Deco White Seashell Motif Table lamp By Anna Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
By Anna-Lisa Thomson, Upsala Ekeby
Located in Grythyttan, SE
The Snäcka (seashell in Swedish) table lamp, designed by Anna-Lisa Thomson for Upsala-Ekeby in the
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Decorative Bowls
Materials
Earthenware
Large Mounted Seashell Table Lamp by Charles et Cie, French, 1970s
Located in Hoboken, NJ
Mounted seashell table lamp, on a circular bronze base by Charles et Cie, French, 1970s. Measures
Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Sirmos Table Lamp with Seashell Motif
By Sirmos
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stylish and chic Sirmos seashell encrusted motif table lamp dates to the 1970s-1980s and is a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Epoxy Resin, Plaster
Vintage Seashell Shaped Table Lamps, a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique pair of table lamps with seashell shaped shades. Slight variants in the switch and cord so
Category
Late 20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Larg Seashell Lamp, Attributed to Liane Rougier in Nacre Mithacrylate
By Maison Rougier, Liane Rougier
Located in Roubaix, FR
Pair of seashell lamps by Liane Rougier for Maison Rougier in Nacre Mithacrylate and bronze base
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 13.78 in W 28.35 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Pair of Faux White Shell Seashell Table Lamps Newly Lacquered & Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of unusual faux shell seashell table lamps. These have been newly lacquered in white
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
H 18.5 in W 8.5 in D 8.5 in
Monumental Seashell Table Lamp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large 1970s seashell lamp made up of 100's of different shells mounted on a wood column.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Conch Seashell Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Mid-Century Modern conch seashell mounted as a table lamp, atop a black base. In great vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Vintage Pair of White Lacquered Plaster Seashell Shell Table Lamps Chrome Lucite
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of seashell table lamps. Newly lacquered in a gloss white. Newly rewired. All new
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 25.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Seashell Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist inspired seashell lamp. Nicely detailed antique bronze lamp base with shell shades that have
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Delightful Seashell Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Artist inspired lamp. Antique bronze lamp base with seashell newly added. Wonderful patina.
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Large Pair of Seashell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large scale pair of grotto style table lamps entirely encrusted with seashells in an elaborate well
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Seashell Lamp Maison Charles
By Maison Charles
Located in Paris, FR
Seashell lamp in silvered bronze, by Maison Charles.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Decalcomania Seashell Vase Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a charming variety of different seashells; on gilt base; mounted with two-light sockets
Category
20th Century British Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Hoosin Style Seashell & Mother of Pearl Table Lamp
Located in Astoria, NY
Hoosin Style Seashell and Mother of Pearl Table Lamp, umbrella form shade with patinated metal
Category
Late 20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1970s Table Lamp with Seashell Inclusion in Lucite
Located in Fairfax, VA
Table lamp fitted with silk hardback lampshade.
Measurement includes the lampshade.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Pair of White Seashell Floral Design Table Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of table lamps crafted with white shells in ambitious floral designs and presented on Lucite
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of Vintage Seashell Lamps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of finely detailed vintage seashell lamps, with wood bases.Some of the shells used on the
Category
Vintage 1960s Asian Table Lamps
Pair of Large Seashell Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Seashell lamps incorporating antique elements of silvered bronze and antique carved wood. The
Category
20th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Sirmos Style White Seashell Lamp
By Sirmos
Located in Bradenton, FL
Large Sirmos style seashell or nautical lamp. All original. White seashells all around. Lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Willy Daro Brass Table Lamps with Mounted Seashell, a pair
By Willy Daro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Willy Daro designed these stunning table lamps in the 1970s. This pair of lamps boast oversized sea
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Albert Tormos Sculptural French Carved Stone Table Lamp Abstract Seashell Form
By Albert Tormos
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand carved French volcanic Luberon limestone or tuff stone lamp with a Minimalist beton-brut
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Limestone
H 10.5 in W 9.5 in D 6 in
Pair of Italian Terra Cotta Seashell Lamps
Located in Houston, TX
Great pair of Italian terra cotta seashell lamps, newly wired.
Please click KIRBY ANTIQUES logo
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Midcentury Nautical Ceramic Seashell Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Amazing pair of midcentury ceramic seashell lamps mounted on chrome cube bases. 25" to top of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Pair Large Palm Beach Seashell Shell Obelisk Table Lamps Newly Wired
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage seashell shell obelisk table lamps. These have been newly wired with all new
Category
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large and unusual ceramic table lamp in the shape of a seashell
Located in Göteborg, SE
Large & unusual vintage table lamp in the shape of a shell in shimmering pearlescent white.
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Brass and Seashell One of a Kind Pair of Table Lamps, Spain, 1980
Located in Madrid, ES
One of a kind hand-crafted pair of table lamps, with brass base and structure and natural seashells
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Other Table Lamps
Materials
Coral, Brass
Seashell Lamp, Attributed to Liane Rougier in Nacre Mithacrylate
By Liane Rougier
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Seashell lamp, attributed to Liane Rougier Mithacrylate mother of pearl opening the lightening
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic
Leaded Seashell Lamp Art Nouveau Metal Base and Detailed Mosaic Shell Shade
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This Art Nouveau stylized lamp has a patinated metal base with beautifully constructed shell lamp
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Lead
Tony Duquette Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tony duquette designed pair of metal seashell form table lamps from the helis estate
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Table Lamps
Large Shell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
Handmade natural seashell encrusted table lamp.
Sold individually.
Category
20th Century American Other Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
1970s Frosted Murano Glass Table Lamps
Located in Schoorl, NL
Lovely little pair of seashell Murano table lamps. On one side the glass is smooth of the other it
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Pair of Seashell Shell Plaster White Lacquered Table Lamps Chrome Hardware
By Serge Roche
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of white lacquered plaster shell seashell table lamps. These have been newly restored
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Serge Roche Style Plaster Seashell Lamp 1960's
By Serge Roche
Located in San Francisco, CA
Serge Roche style sculptural seashell table lamp dates to the 1960's. Made of molded plaster
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Vintage Pair of Plaster Seashell Shell Table Lamps by Sirmos Newly Restored
By Sirmos
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lovely pair of vintage plaster seashell table lamps by Sirmos. These have been professionally wired
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Arturo Pani Regency Seashell Cast Brass Table Lamp Mexico 1940s
By Arturo Pani
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Table Lamp
Mexico 1940s by Arturo Pani Seashell Table Lamp Cast in Brass mounted on original velvet
Category
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Aluminum Seashell Lamp Attributed to the Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Aluminum seashell lamp attributed to the Laurel Lamp Company, Newark, New Jersey. The seashell is
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Aluminum Seashell Lamps Attributed to the Laurel Lamp Co.
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Pair of aluminum seashell lamps attributed to the Laurel Lamp Company, Newark, New Jersey. The
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
- 1
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Seashell Table Lamp", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.
Seashell Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal seashell table lamp for your home. Each seashell table lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, shell and bronze. There are 32 variations of the antique or vintage seashell table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the seashell table lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each seashell table lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Verner Panton, Sirmos Company and Verpan each produced at least one beautiful seashell table lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a Seashell Table Lamp?
A seashell table lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $680 and the highest can go for as much as $12,500.
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 Seashell Table Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Read More
This Paavo Tynell Chandelier Is a Radiant Bouquet
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.
Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?
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.