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Unusual table lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson made of acrylic and teak, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Göteborg, SE
Unusual table lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson made of acrylic and teak, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Teak
Unusual Ceramic Collage Lamp
Located in London, GB
A most unusual table lamp, the body made up from a collage of broken porcelain fragments, mostly
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Table lamp by Guillerme et chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unusual table lamp by Guillerme et Chambron et ceramic by Boleslaw
Danikowski
Category
20th Century French Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Table lamp, wood and rattan shade, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Göteborg, SE
Unusual table lamp made of wood with lampshade made of braided rattan.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Rattan
Architectural Post Modern Table lamp 1970s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice unusual table lamp .Polished Aluminum frame ,comes with
a Opaline Glass shade . Rare
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Opaline Glass
Snake lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Very unusual table lamp with snake relief forms in terracotta. Unsigned.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Table Lamps
Materials
Terracotta
Pair of Murano Glass Lamps
By Gino Cenedese
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Pair of unusual table lamps with a rare colour.
Category
Vintage 1980s French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Ceramic Cushions Globe Table Lamp 1970s Italy
By Tommaso Barbi
Located in Den Haag, NL
Love this very unusual Table lamp. White in the shape of a cushion Ceramic
base, comes with
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Swedish Modern Table Lamp by Einar Bäckström for Malmö Metallvarufabrik
By Einar Backstrom
Located in Genarp, SE
Unusual table lamp in solid bras designed på Einar Bäckström for Malmö Metallvarufabrik, Sweden
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Italian Glass Table Lamp
By Carlo Nason
Located in London, GB
Very large and extremely unusual table lamp attributed to Carlo Nason, Italy 1950’s. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
A Pair Of Adjustable Height Table Lamps In Bronze Finish Ca' 1960's
By Casella Lighting
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of unusual table lamps ca' 1960's in a bronze, brushed/satin finish. Adjustable height (from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1970's Brass Table Lamp by Novy Bydzov Glasswork, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
Unusual table lamp, produced in former Czechoslovakia by Novy Bydzov Glassworks, One crystal is
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Cubic Scandinavian Table Lamp in Blue Agate
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual table lamp made from a cube in blue agate and mounted with a fluted acrylic danish shade
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Agate
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp 1960s
By Alessio Tasca
Located in Tilburg, NL
Alessio Tasca Glazed Studio Pottery Table Lamp, Italy, 1960s.
This is a wonderful and unusual
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Pottery
Rare Martz Table Lamp by Jane and Gordon Martz
By Marshall Studios, Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Rare and unusual table lamp by famed ceramicist duo Jane and Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Walnut, Ceramic
1970s Adjustable Copper Table Lamp in the Style of Jules Wabbes
By Jules Wabbes
Located in London, GB
Good quality copper table lamp from the 1970s, unknown designer from Belgium.
Unusual table lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp in Patinated Textured Copper, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Unusual Table lamp with beige textile shade. The base is fashioned from solid copper with a
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Bergboms Organic Table Lamp With Cork Shade, Sweden
By Bergboms
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual table lamp produced in Sweden by Bergboms circa 1960s. Lamp features a body consisting
Category
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Leather, Beech, Cork
Table Lamp Made from a NYC Building Architectural Support Capitol
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Unusual table lamp made from an architectural remnant from a NYC building. The painted terracotta
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Terracotta
1970's, Chrome, Industrial Table Lamp from Helago, Czech Republic
Located in Vienna, Austria
This is an unusual table lamp from the 1970's. It may have been used for industry . Its real use
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Hansen Lamp in the Chinese Style Att. to Damien Gaffard
By Hansen Lighting Co., Damon Giffard
Located in New York, NY
Unusual table lamp having brass orb segments, done in the Chinese style, attributed to Damien
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Table Lamp With Glass Lampshade, 20th Century, Austria ca. 1930
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unusual table lamp from the Art Deco period in Austria around 1930. An absolute extraordinary piece
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Italian Murano Mazzega Intaglio Etched Glass Table Lamps Pair of Vintage
By AVMazzega
Located in North Miami, FL
These wonderful pair of Italian Murano intaglio etched Mazzega unusual table lamps are for high
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Lauritz Adolph Hjorth Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp
By Lauritz Adolph Hjorth
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Unusual table lamp made by the Danish ceramist Lauritz Adolph Hjorth, this black glazed ceramic
Category
Vintage 1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Prototype Table Lamp for Luxus, 1960s
By Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Prototype table lamp for Luxus, 1960s. Really unusual table lamp design
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Acrylic, Oak
Impressive and Large Thomas Toft Ceramic Table Lamp for Tye of California
By Thomas Toft, TYE of California
Located in Minneapolis, MN
This is a rare, wonderful and unusual table lamp signed Tye of California and dated 1955. What's
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Unusual Bronze Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
A VERY UNUSUAL BRONZE TABLE LAMP, NORTHERN EUROPEAN, Circa 1890.
Category
Antique 19th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Unusual Martz Table Lamp
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A rare and unusual ceramic lamp by Gordon Martz/Marshall Studios. Model M202-45-4 in matt black
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Jumo Table Lamp
By Maison Jumo
Located in Vienna, AT
Often wrongly attributed to Eileen Gray was made in the 1940s. This Jumo lamp is very robust with a
Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Steel
An Unusual Art Deco Table Lamp
Located in London, GB
An unusual art deco table lamp with a spiral perspex column and copper base and neck.
Please note
Category
Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Copper
Pair of Unusual Resin Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of unusual resin table lamps with integrated brass fragments and colored "gems".
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Trenton Potteries Sculptural Table Lamp, 1930s
By Trenton Potteries
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Rare, unusual table lamp features disc shaped ceramic base with circular graphic design delineated
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Zinc
Unusual Martz Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual lamp by Marshall Studios/Martz. Decorated base with long walnut stem. Includes original
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Vintage Lamp
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s, unknown maker but exception construction featuring a sheet metal body and a slotted, thick plastic diffuser. This piece is in great working condition but does have some gen...
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Sheet Metal
Unusual Pair of Neoclassical Lyre-Form Table Lamps
Located in Middleburg, VA
Unusual Pair of Neoclassical Lamps in the Form of a Lyre with Silver Mounts on Silver Oval Fluted
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Silver, Wire
An unusual Early 20th century American table lamp
Located in London, GB
An unusual Early 20th century American table lamp
Stood on a solid bakerite base, this very
Category
Vintage 1920s American Late Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Unusual 1950s Ceramic Lamp
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual 1950s ceramic lamp with stylized decoration.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Unusual Martz Ceramic Lamp
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual ceramic lamp by Martz (Marshall Studios) with speckled finish-typical of the 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Most Unusual Italian Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A most unusual Italian lamp made out parts aluminium and parts metal which has been enameled. It
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Unusual Mid Century Modern Gold Splatter Ceramic Table Lamp
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Unusual Mid Century Modern ceramic table lamp in hourglass shape is decorated with graphic gold
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Unusual Carved Italian Giltwood Table Lamp by Randy Esada
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Unusual carved Italian giltwood table lamp by Randy Esada.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Louis XVI Table Lamps
Materials
Giltwood
Unusual Italian Midcentury Table Lamp with Venetian Glass Shade
Located in London, GB
An unusual Italian Mid-Century table lamp, consisting of a polished chrome base, which is weighted
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Unusual Designer Giltwood Table Lamp, Scandia by Randy Esada
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Unusual designer giltwood table lamp - Scandia by Randy Esada
Item #: 9016 - Scandia lamp (base
Category
2010s American Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Giltwood
Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Martz
By Gordon Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual example of a table lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Unusual Art Deco Bronze Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco bronze lamp.
Category
20th Century Swedish Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Unusual Glass Lamp by Daum
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual, glass block lamp by Daum, France, 1970's.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Pair of Unusual Bitossi Lamps
By Bitossi
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An pair of unusual, ceramic lamps by Bitossi, Italy, circa 1960s. Whimsical decoration, typical of
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual hexagonal ceramic lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall studios, circa 1950s. It measures 11
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual antique Edwardian quality onyx and gilded brass table lamp
Located in Ipswich, GB
Unusual antique Edwardian quality onyx and gilded brass table lamp, having three quality gilded
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Bitossi
By Bitossi
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Outstanding and rare lamp by Bitossi, made in Italy ca' 1960's. Beautiful hand painted swirl
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Ceramic Lamp by Raymor
By Raymor
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Italian ceramic lamp made for Raymor, circa 1960s. Interesting bottle shape with
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Mid-Century Modern Brass and Lacquer Table Lamp, Heifetz
By Heifetz
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual Mid-Century Modern brass and lacquer table lamp attributed to Heifetz. Organic flower form
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Unusual Pair of Brass Shell Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Unusual pair of brass shell lamps.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Unusual Pair of Sculptural Ceramic Lamps
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual pair of ceramic lamps with elongated sculptural walnut stems, in the style of Martz
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Walnut
Unusual Martz Lamp with Swirl Decoration
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Charming petite lamp by Grodon and Jane Martz for Marshall Studios, ca' 1960's. Unusual swirl
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Unusual Six Globe Chrome Disc Mid Century Modern Table Lamp Symmetrical
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Unusual Mid-Century Modern six globe table lamp.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Chrome
20th Century Unusual Art Glass Table Lamp in Art Nouveau Style
Located in Southall, GB
An unusual art glass table lamp in Art Nouveau style. In the manner of Daum. The slender baluster
Category
20th Century French Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Wild & Wessel Unusual Double Student Lamp
Located in London, GB
Wild & Wessel double burner student lamp from Berlin. The lamps will be re-wired and PAT tested as
Category
Antique 1870s German Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Unusual Polished Brass Lamp by Tower Craftsman
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual polished brass table lamp by Tower Craftsman, Red Bank, N.J. circa 1960s. In the style
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Unusual Ceramic Biomorphic Lamp With Original Shade
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual white ceramic lamp-biomorphic design with rounded cut outs and original shade.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
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Unusual Table Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the unusual table lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An unusual table lamp — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 272 variations of the antique or vintage unusual table lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 3 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without an unusual table lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. An unusual table lamp, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made unusual table lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Majestic Lamp Company, Gordon & Jane Martz and A. F. Klingsberg are consistently popular.
How Much is a Unusual Table Lamp?
The average selling price for an unusual table lamp at 1stDibs is $1,875, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $16,280 for the 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 Unusual Table Lamp
- 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 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 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 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, 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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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.