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Marbro Crystal Vase Table Lamp with Brass Trim
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Regency style crystal vase table lamp from fine American lamp maker, Marbro. Base is a gilt
Category
Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps
Marbro Parcel-Gilt Ceramic Vase Table Lamp
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Large parcel-gilt ceramic vase table lamp made by Marbro. Features a large ceramic vase with a
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Kutani Hand Painted Vase Table Lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of Mid-Century Japanese Kutani
Hand Painted Vase Table Lamps On Carved Wood Bases.
6.25" X 6
Category
Mid-20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Wood
Chinese Ceramic Vase Table Lamp in Mustard Yellow Glaze
Located in New York, NY
A source of both light and color, this vintage Chinese ceramic vase table lamp will brighten your
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1950's Louis Giraud Ceramic Vase/ Table Lamp, SIGNED Vallauris
By Louis Giraud
Located in North Miami, FL
This is an amazing hand-crafted mid-century French Ceramic bud vase/ table lamp by Louis Giraud
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Postmodern Lavender Purple Vase Table Lamps - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Purple Vase Table Lamps. These lamps boast a unique vase-shaped design in a vibrant lavender purple
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
English Porcelain Vase Table Lamp by Louis Nichole, 1999
By Franklin MInt
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Franklin Mint vase table lamp "Garden of Royalty" by Louis Nichole, world-famous artist, dated 1999
Category
Late 20th Century English Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique 19th Century Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Vase Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A pair of antique 19th century Meiji Period Japanese patinated bronze vase table lamps.
A pair
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 16.93 in W 8.67 in D 9.85 in
Antique French Porcelain & Gilt Bronze Serves Style Scenic Vase Table Lamp
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique French Porcelain & Gilt Bronze Serves Style Scenic Vase Table Lamp
Additional
Category
Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
Maison Charles et Fils Silver Metal Floral Vase Table Lamp
By Maison Charles et Fils
Located in IT
Charles e Fils Silver Metal Palm Floral vase table lamp made in France around 1960s.
The lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
1940s Hand Carved Chinese Soapstone Vase Table Lamp On Pierced Metal Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1940s Hand Carved Chinese Soapstone Vase Table Lamp On Pierced Metal Base
Vase of Flowers & Birds
Category
Vintage 1940s Table Lamps
Materials
Soapstone, Metal
19th Century Sevres Type Painted Gilt Porcelain & Ormolu Mounted Vase Table Lamp
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century Sevres Type hand Painted, Gilt Porcelain and Ormolu Mounted dual handled Vase Table
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
H 28 in W 6 in D 5 in
Antique Art Nouveau Ceramic Vase Table Lamp Conversion for Restoration
Located in San Francisco, CA
Antique Art Nouveau ceramic vase table lamp conversion for Restoration
Absolutely gorgeous
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Glowing Vase Table Lamp by Dechem Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Glowing vase table lamp by Dechem Studio.
Dimensions: D 25.5 x H 38.5 cm.
Materials: glass
Category
2010s Czech Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Glazed Ceramic Vase Table Lamps (Pair)
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
An exquisite pair of ceramic glazed vase table lamps featuring faux tortoise bamboo stalks
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Silk, Faux Bamboo, Acrylic
H 31.5 in W 16.25 in D 6 in
French Table Lamps Yellow Gold Neoclassical Ceramic Vase Table Lamp a pair
By Chapman Manufacturing Company, Stiffel, Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Frederick Cooper
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Vintage French Ceramic Lamps Yellow Gold Neoclassical Vase Table Lamps
Style, Vintage, Neoclassical
Category
Vintage 1980s French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
H 27.5 in W 8.9 in D 8.9 in
Vintage Chinoiserie Chinese Blue Porcelain Jardiniere Vase Table Lamp - a Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Chinese Blue Bird and Flower Painted Porcelain Jardiniere Vase Table Lamps - a
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
Small Glowing Vase Table Lamp by Dechem Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Small glowing vase table lamp by Dechem Studio.
Dimensions: D 25.5 x H 23.5 cm.
Materials: glass
Category
2010s Czech Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass
Chinese Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Baltimore, MD
exotic birds and landscape, converted into an elegant table lamp with a fine linen shade and mounted on a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Hardwood, Porcelain, Linen
Late 19th C., Pair of Japanese Satsuma Vase Table Lamps with Warrior Figures
Located in Morristown, NJ
Late 19th pair of Japanese Satsuma vase table lamps, decorated with Japanese warriors., with floral
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Paint
Vintage Italian Gold Giltwood Lamps Carved Neoclassal Vases Table Lamps a Pair
By Chapman Manufacturing Company, Florentine, Henredon, Frederick Cooper, Haute Couture of Luxury Interiors
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Neoclassical urn - vase table lamps.
The lampshades are in new condition.
The ornamental vases hand carved with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Table Lamps
Materials
Pearwood, Giltwood, Fabric
H 43.3 in W 23.6 in D 23.6 in
VeArt 1980s Cone Vase Table Lamp
By VeArt
Located in Montclair, NY
A signed VeArt Venezia green over white case glass with black accent cone vase or table lamp from
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Blown Glass
Persian Style Earthenware Vase Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Middle Eastern Persian style 19th-20th century glazed earthenware square vase lamps on
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Table Lamps
Materials
Earthenware
1960s German Ceramic Vase Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Designed in 1960s Germany, this distinctive lamp boasts a shallow, black lampshade held by a
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
1960s German Ceramic Vase Table Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Designed in 1960s Germany, this vintage lamp showcases an alluring ceramic base with a captivating
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Oxblood Glazed Ceramic Vase Table Lamp
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very fine quality Asian Style tall necked Vase in oxblood glaze mounted on a gilt wood base. Brass
Category
20th Century Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Chinese Porcelain Celadon Glazed Vase Table Lamp by Marbro
By The Marbro Lamp Company
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Splendid Chinese porcelain celadon glazed vase mounted as a table lamp by Marbro Lamp Company
Category
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Japanese Satsuma Style Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Bradenton, FL
Mid-20th Century Japanese Style Porcelain Table Lamp inspired by the Satsuma style of ceramics
Category
20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
French Art Deco Vase Table Lamp, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Art Deco handcrafted pewter vase shape table lamp with beautiful high relief glass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Pewter
19th century Satsuma Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
been converted into a table lamp and mounted on a wooden base. Decorated with delicate blossoms and
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
1980s Postmodern Banana Leaf Vase Table Lamp
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Incredible plaster table lamp tessellated by sculpted banana leaves. Each leaf has a seemingly
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Plaster
Italian Art Deco Murano Glass Vase Table Lamps
Located in Meda, MB
This pair of vase lamps was produced in Italy, in Murano the world's capital of glass making.
They
Category
Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Murano Glass
Classical Roman Figural Plaster Urn Vase Table Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classical handled urn table lamp mounted on sqaure wood plinth base. This urn form lamp is modeled
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Large Frosted Glass Lucite Brass Bauer Vase Table Lamp, Mid-Century Modern
By Bauer Lamp Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large 36" tall vase shape Mid-Century Modern table lamp by Bauer.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage Regency Glazed Ceramic Vase Table Lamps - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
vase lamps. Featuring a classic curved silhouette and a vibrant sunny yellow glaze, these lamps exude
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic, Lucite
Single Chinese Asian Famille Rose Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Single Chinese porcelain Famille rose vase mounted as table lamp giltwood turned base. Beautifully
Category
Vintage 1950s Chinese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Oxblood Vase Table Lamp on Wooden Base, circa 1970s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An oxblood vase with gilt wood base table lamp. Antiqued finish hardware includes double sockets
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Export Royal Crane Vase Table Lamp
Located in Savannah, GA
table lamp and features a pair of cranes with flowers on a decorative filigree brass base, lovely muted
Category
Antique 1880s Chinese Meiji Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
French 1930s Quimper Vase Table Lamp with Linen Shade
By Henriot Quimper
Located in New Orleans, LA
mounted as a table lamp with a trimmed linen shade ready for your favorite living room, bedroom or study
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Faience
Pair of Persian Style Folk Earthenware Vase Table Lamps
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Middle Eastern Persian-style (19/20th Century) glazed earthenware square vase lamps on
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Other Table Lamps
Mid 20th Century White Porcelain Vase Table Lamps, Pair
Located in Southampton, NJ
A pair of mid 20th C. porcelain table lamps with graceful swan like elongated necks. Sculpted
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain
Pair Marcello Fantoni Brutalist Metal Bottle Vases Table Lamps
By Raymor, Marcello Fantoni
Located in Hanover, MA
Marcello Fantoni (Italian, 1915 - 2011) pair of 1950's sculptural lamps in torch-cut and patinated
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Marble, Cut Steel
Antique Michael Andersen & Son of Bornholm Painted Pottery Vase Table Lamp
By Michael Andersen & Son
Located in Søborg, DK
Antique and rare painted pottery vase table lamp made by Michael Andersen & Son of Bornholm
Category
Vintage 1910s Danish Art Deco Vases
Materials
Pottery
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Multi-Colored Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Multi-Colored Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Famille Rose & Bird Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Famille Rose & Bird Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Large Kutani Porcelain Vase Table Lamp, 19th Century, Signed
Located in Norton, MA
Porcelain vase. Japan. 19th century. Baluster form. Kutani ware. Green type. Decoration of scholars
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Meiji Japanese Oriental Cloisonne Enamel Vase Table Lamps Black
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A large and exquisite pair of matching Japanese Cloisonné table lamps on ebonised bases, profusely
Category
Vintage 1910s Japanese Japonisme Table Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Antique Chinese Blue & White Rooster & Florals Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from a porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass hardware as a
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique Chinese Blue & White Rooster & Florals Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from a 19th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 35 in W 9 in D 9 in
Antique Chinese Alum Red Taishi Shaoshi Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from a porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass hardware as a
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Alum Red Taishi Shaoshi Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from a 19th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Procession Scene Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinese Famille Rose Procession Scene Design Porcelain Vase Table Lamp
Located in Queens, NY
Antique Chinese table lamp made from an 18th century porcelain vase mounted with wood and brass
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 37 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in
Italian Design Modern Yellow Art Glass Lit Flower Vase/Table Lamp
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Alessandra Baldereschi, Multiforme
Located in New York, NY
, that shines like a star, forms a table lamp that lights up magically when the two elements, flower and
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Chelsea House Celadon Green Ceramic Bottle Vase Table Lamp Chinoiserie 31"
By Chelsea House
Located in Dayton, OH
Chelsea House ceramic table lamp glazed in a soft celadon green with black faux marble base and
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s Gold Gilt Brass Neoclassical Vase Table Lamps, a Pair
By Edward F. Caldwell & Co., Maison Charles
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
Vintage luxury gold gilded brass classic table lamps - vase lamps.
The high quality vases are made
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Omai Vase Table Lamp, Italy, 1956
By Max Ingrand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
combination flower vase and table lamp. As a key incubator of modern design under Aulenti’s tenure, Fontana
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Chinese Export Oxblood Red Porcelain Vase Table Lamps - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Chinese Export phoenix tail form oxblood red porcelain table lamps in very good
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
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Vase Table Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of vase table lamps available for sale. The range of distinct vase table lamps — often made from ceramic, porcelain and metal — can elevate any home. We have 1641 antique and vintage vase table lamps in-stock, while there are 38 modern editions to choose from as well. Vase table lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of vase table lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Hollywood Regency vase table lamps are of considerable interest. Vase table lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Carlo Moretti, Carlo Nason and Theodore Deck are consistently popular.
How Much are Vase Table Lamps?
Prices for vase table lamps start at $215 and top out at $79,413 with the average selling for $2,633.
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 Vase 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a Laurel Lamp table lamp, first check the bottom of the base and the bulb socket for a label, tag or other marking. Some pieces display the Laurel brand name or a serial number, which you can cross-reference with information published on trusted online resources to make an identification. Since not all Laurel table lamps bear markings, you may need to search image galleries to see if you can find a model that matches your lamp. You can also consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer for an expert opinion. Find a variety of Laurel Lamp Company lamps on 1stDibs.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- Do table lamps have to match?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
- How 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.”
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