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Midcentury Italian Toleware Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Italian, midcentury, toleware table lamps feature graceful, painted metal bodies of entwined stems
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Large Bronze Coloured Toleware Table Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Large Bronze Coloured Toleware Table Lamps These Large Stunning Lamps have an Armorial
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Vintage 1960s British Colonial Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Large Chinoiserie Toleware Table Lamp, Black and Gold Lacquer
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Chinoiserie Toleware Table Lamp, Black and Gold Lacquer A Large Stunning Lamp with it’s
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Vintage 1930s Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Lacquer

French 1950s Pair of Hand-painted Toleware Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of elegant mid-century French hand-painted toleware table lamps with bronze coloured lion
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hand Painted Toleware Table Lamp Late 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning and highly decorative English handpainted toleware table lamp dating from the
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Late 20th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Art Deco Hollywood Regency Twin Toleware Table Lamp This is a charming piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Hollywood Regency Twin Toleware Table Lamp This is a charming piece, it is made in brass
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Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Salvadori Hand Painted Wild Apple Blossom Toleware Table Lamp, Italy, 1950s
By S. Salvadori
Located in Vienna, AT
A charming vintage floral side or table lamp from the 1950s, handmade of metal by S. Salvadori
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Pair of Vintage Italian Tole Flower Table Lamps
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of diminutive Florentine toleware table lamps (ca. 1950, Italy). Composed of white enameled
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Metal

Midcentury Italian Gold Flower Table Lamp, circa 1950s
Located in Hastings, GB
Midcentury Italian gilt flower table lamp, circa 1950s. Full metal toleware table lamp depicting a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

A Large French Toleware and Brass Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A Large French Toleware and Brass Table Lamp This Large Toleware Lamp is set on a brass base
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Early 20th Century French Provincial Table Lamps

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Brass

French Toleware Converted Oil Lamp, Circa 1875
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Painted Toleware Converted Oil Lamp, France Charming French Tole Lamp on a frosted lucite base
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Style Green and Red Painted Toleware Flower Table Lamp
Located in Barntrup, DE
Hollywood Regency style green and red painted toleware flower-shaped table Lamp, Germany, circa the
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Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Metal

Early Blue Hand Painted Toleware Bouillotte Lamp
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Bronze Bouillotte Lamp
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Vintage 1930s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Sheet Metal

French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp A lovely piece, a brass triple sconce lamp
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Antique 1880s Adam Style Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Painted Green Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Green Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp A lovely piece, a brass triple sconce
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Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Early Mid-Century Modern Black Toleware Chrome Lamps
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Early Mid-Century Modern pair of black toleware chrome table lamps This exciting pair of Mid
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Chrome, Metal

Green Toleware and Brass Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Green Toleware and Brass Triple Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France A lovely piece, a triple brass
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Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp from France A lovely piece, a double brass
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Antique Early 1900s French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp A lovely piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Toleware and Brass Desk Lamp A lovely piece, adapted from an original oil lamp, the
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Antique 19th Century Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

English Regency Style Toleware Lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Exquisite English Regency style tole lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi featuring a columnar form with
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2010s Italian Regency Revival Table Lamps

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Tôle, Tin

Vintage Tole Toleware Metal Art Flower Petite Lamp Italy Shabby Chic
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage tole toleware metal art flower table lamp. This mid century Italian tole table lamp
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

English Regency Style Small Toleware Lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Exquisite English style small tole lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi featuring an oil lamp shape, with
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2010s Italian Regency Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle, Tin

French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp a Lovely Piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp A lovely piece, a brass triple sconce lamp
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Antique 1880s Adam Style Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Hollywood Regecy Painted Flower Iron Toleware Boudoir Lamps Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Hollywood Regency Hand Painted Flowers Iron Toleware Boudoir Lamps With Distressed
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

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Iron

English Regency Style Toleware Two-Lights Lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Exquisite English style small tole lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi featuring a two-lights oil lamp
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2010s Italian Regency Revival Table Lamps

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Tôle, Tin

French Iron and Toleware Lamp with Ruby and Gold Leaf Glass Shade
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Iron and Toleware Lamp with Ruby and Gold Leaf Glass Shade This is a very attractive piece
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

English Regency Style Hand-Painted Toleware Lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
By Gherardo Degli Albizzi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
Exquisite English style tole lamp By Gherardo Degli Albizzi featuring a vase shape and square base
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2010s Italian Regency Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle, Tin

Dark Green Metal Column Table Lamp
Located in Copenhagen, K
A column-shaped 1920s Neo-classical toleware and bronze table lamp. Then base has a green paint
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Vintage 1920s European Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle

Pair of French Toleware Lamps with Leaves in the Orangery Style, Floor and Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pair of French toleware lamps with leaves in the orangery style, floor and table lamp. The lamps
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Tin

19th Century Restauration Toleware Lamp
Located in New York, NY
19th century Restauration toleware lamp with bronze ring and floral decoration. Shade sold
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Antique 19th Century French Restauration Table Lamps

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Metal, Bronze

19th Century English Chinoiserie Toleware Tea Tin as Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century English chinoiserie Toleware tea tin as lamp.
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Antique 19th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle

Early 19th Century Toleware and Brass Double Desk Lamp
Located in Witney, OXFORDSHIRE
A good early 19th century tole-peinte and brass double desk lamp decorated in “Regency” pink with
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Antique 1840s Table Lamps

Pair of Large Red Chinoiserie Toleware Table Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of large red chinoiserie toleware table lamps The large stunning lamps have matching
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1990s Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Pair of Large Mustard Yellow Chinoiserie Toleware Table Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A pair of large mustard yellow chinoiserie toleware table lamps The large stunning lamps have
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1990s Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Tôle

Pair of Large Mid Century 1950s Handcrafted Floral Toleware Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
Pair of rare large, mid century, Italian highly-decorative floral toleware table lamps with bronze
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A Pair of Red Toleware Table Lamps Simulating Porphyry
Located in London, GB
A pair of tolewear table lamps of urn form, supported on circular pedestal base, the paintwork
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Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century French Bouillotte Gilt Bronze and Toleware Table Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 20th century French Bouillotte gilt bronze and tole table lamp Dimensions 8" wide x 3.5
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Early 20th Century French Empire Table Lamps

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Bronze, Gold Leaf

Italian Regency Gold Tole Metal Lotus Flower and Sheaf of Wheat Table Lamp
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A stunning Italian Hollywood Regency Italian toleware table lamp. In gilt gold metal, this lamp is
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20th Century American Rococo Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950s Toleware Pineapple Table Lamp
Located in Hastings, GB
1950s toleware pineapple table lamp Stunning gilt tole lamp with silver pineapple, a real
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950s Toleware Pineapple Table Lamp
1950s Toleware Pineapple Table Lamp
H 30.32 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in
French Painted Toleware Conservatory Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Toleware Conservatory Table Lamp The lamp stands on a round base, and from this
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Vintage 1910s Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Pair of toleware lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of toleware lamps with custom made lamp shades.Turquoise with a black chinese scenery.
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Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Pair of toleware lamps
Pair of toleware lamps
H 30 in W 16 in
French Painted Toleware and Brass Twin Table Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French painted toleware and brass twin table lamp A lovely piece, a brass twin sconce lamp with
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Early 20th Century Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Two Toleware Tea Caddy Lamps
Located in New York, NY
A bit of peeling on very top of one Tea Caddy
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

19thC English Toleware Tea Cannister Lamp
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 19thC English Toleware Tea Cannister Lamp Rewired and pat tested Diameter: 22 x H 51
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Antique Late 19th Century British Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Hand Painted Toleware Lamps
Located in London, GB
A pair of colorful English hand painted toleware lamps.
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1990s English Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

Pair of French Painted Toleware and Brass Twin Table Lamps
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Pair of French Painted Toleware and Brass Twin Table Lamps So rare to find a pair of these
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Early 20th Century Regency Revival Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Red Toleware Chinoiserie Lamps
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Gorgeous pair of French Chinoiserie decorated tole lamps with raised painted scenic and gilt
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Early 20th Century French Chinoiserie Table Lamps

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Enamel, Metal

French Painted Toleware and Brass Twin Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French painted toleware and brass twin table lamp A lovely piece, converted from a toleware
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Antique 1890s Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Tin

French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Painted Toleware and Brass Triple Desk Lamp A lovely piece, a brass triple sconce lamp
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Early 20th Century Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Pair of Toleware Originally Painted Table Lamps Acid Etched Glass
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A very fine pair of toleware and domed glass table lamps, the original painted and gilt finish has
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Early 20th Century Swedish Hand Painted Toleware Lamp
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a rare decorative toleware piece, beautifully painted in black and gold. Could be
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Early 20th Century Swedish Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Ormolu and Toleware Bouillotte Lamp, Midcentury
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful French bouillotte lamp in ormolu and toleware, circa 1950 in date. The lamp
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Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Ormolu

Early 20th-C. Signed French Neo-Classical Style Toleware Canister Lamps, Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of early 20th century signed French toleware canister style green metal lamps. The
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Table Lamp in the Style of Hans Kögl, Italy 1960s
By Hans Kögl
Located in Herentals, BE
Mid Century Table Lamp in the style of Hans Kögl, Italy 1960s Toleware hand-painted table lamp in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Styled French Toleware Table or Desk Lamp with Solid Brass Frame
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique styled toleware table lamp is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in France in
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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid- Century French Toleware Pineapple Table Lamp
Located in Hastings, GB
A beautifully decorative pineapple toleware lamp. French, and dating from the 1950's, each
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Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Green and Orange Toleware Flower Table Lamp
Located in Hastings, GB
A very pretty 1950's Italian hand painted table lamp, decorate with Lilies and foliage, the lamp
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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

English Regency Vintage Asian Toleware Tea Caddy Canister Table Lamp Chinoiserie
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage toleware tea canister lamp painted black and gold with an Asian scene with two figures
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20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Painted Toleware and Brass Twin Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French painted toleware and brass twin desk lamp A lovely piece, a double brass sconce lamp with
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Antique Late 19th Century Adam Style Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

French Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
French Green Toleware and Brass Twin Bouillotte Desk Lamp A lovely piece, a double brass sconce
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Antique Early 1900s Adam Style Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Toleware Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of toleware table lamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, tôle and tin, all toleware table lamps available were constructed with great care. We have 19 antique and vintage toleware table lamps in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Toleware table lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Empire and Victorian toleware table lamps are consistently popular styles. Gherardo Degli Albizzi produced beautiful toleware table lamps that are worth considering.

How Much are Toleware Table Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,302, while they’re typically $265 on the low end and $2,881 highest priced.

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 Toleware Table Lamps
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Toleware lamp is a floor or tabletop light fixture made of tin metal that shows off a painted lacquered finish. The type of lighting was popular during the early 20th century. Find a collection of Toleware lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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, 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.

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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.