Find many varieties of an authentic twisted glass lamp available at 1stDibs. A twisted glass lamp — often made from
glass,
art glass and
stone — can elevate any home. Find 84 options for an antique or vintage twisted glass lamp now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a twisted glass lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each twisted glass lamp bearing
Mid-Century Modern,
Art Deco or
Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made twisted glass lamp over the years, but those crafted by
Val Saint Lambert,
MUN by VG and
Murano are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
Antique table lamps became a category of their own once electricity moved light off the wall and onto furniture. The form split quickly: task-driven designs like the Anglepoise on one side, decorative ceramic and glass on the other.
Styles to Know
Base material shapes the light as much as the shade does: ceramic and glass diffuse a softer glow, while brass and metal read more directional. Layer the look with a mid-century modern floor lamp for ambient light, or set a pair on a mid-century modern nightstand for a bedroom.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Table Lamp
Buying individually rather than as a pair allows more flexibility when mixing eras across a room. For those shopping by name rather than by shape, the history of the Anglepoise lamp is worth a read. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.