Vintage Design Cream Lacquer Desk Lamp, 80s
Located in Marseille, FR
Vintage design cream lacquer desk lamp from the 80s, height 22 cm for a diameter of 10 cm.
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Materials
Sheet Metal
Desk Lamp 80s
Minimalist Desk Lamp Robert Sonneman, '80s
By Robert Sonneman, George Kovacs
Located in New York, NY
A designer black desk, task, or nightstand table lamp/light, Minimalist design period, 1988. Lamp is by designer Robert Sonneman for Robert Kovacs maker. With designer and makers' ma...
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80s Pop Art Desk Lamp in the Postmodern Memphis Style
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
80s Pop Art desk lamp in the postmodern Memphis Style 80s 90s Postmodern desk lamp that can be extended to different heights.
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Materials
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Postmodern Flamingo Desk Lamp by Fridolin Naef for Luxo, 80s
By Fridolin Naef
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
80s postmodern flamingo desk lamp by Fridolin Naef for Luxo.
Category
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Materials
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Postmodern Counterweight Desk Lamp by Robert Sonneman, USA 1970-80s
$2,001Sale Price|30% Off
Postmodern Counterweight Desk Lamp by Robert Sonneman, USA 1970-80s
By Sonneman Lighting, Robert Sonneman
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Ingenious desk lamp with a counterweight mechanism which allows the lamp to be stable in every position. The spheric counterweight is solid steel and heavy enough to point or positio...
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Midcentury pencil reed rattan bamboo and brass flower table desk lamp, Italy 80s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Lovely low table lamp or desk lamp, attributed to the 1970s - 1980s and Italy. The brass flower base is in an vintage condition with wear on the base and stem. The leaves can be slig...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
XXL POP Art Desk Lamp In The Postmodern Memphis Style of Haba 80s, 90s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
XXL POP Art desk lamp in the postmodern Memphis style of Haba 80s, 90s Very nice and rare postmodern desk lamp from Haba from the 80s, 90s.
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Materials
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Vintage Metal Table Lamp - Adjustable Desk Lamp, Italy, 1980s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Light up your home with our vintage desk lamp in 80s design. Made of black metal and designed and manufactured in Italy in the 1980s.
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Materials
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Rare XXL Desk Lamp In The Postmodern Popart Memphis Style of Haba, 90s
Located in Montecalvoli, IT
Rare XXL desk lamp in the postmodern popart Memphis style of Haba, 90s Very nice and rare postmodern desk lamp from Haba from the 80s, 90s.
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Mid Century Vintage desk lamp adjustable gooseneck lamp, 70s 80s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
F Line Brooklyn black desk lamp vintage retro mcm. Vintage chrome and black metal desk lamp.
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French Brutalist Desk or Occasional Lamp in Zinc from the 80s - F016
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French Brutalist Desk or Occasional Lamp in Zinc from the 80s - F016
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Very original desk or side lamp entirely in zinc with a nice texture work on the whole.
Category
Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Table Lamps
Materials
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French Brutalist Hammered Steel Desk Lamp
Located in London, GB
A possibly unique hammered steel French brutalist desk lamp. C.1970/80s with a strong stylistic nod to the French art deco movement.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Table Lamps
Materials
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Rare Minimalistic Table / Desk Lamp by Bjart Rhenen, 1980s, Netherlands
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H 20.48 in W 1.78 in D 2.76 in
Rare Minimalistic Table / Desk Lamp by Bjart Rhenen, 1980s, Netherlands
Located in Landgraaf, NL
Rare minimalistic table / desk lamp by Bjart Rhenen, 80s Netherlands. Two black metal wires that hold a 6v tube bulb.
Category
Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1980s Hustadt Leuchten Counter Balance Post Modern Table Desk Lamp
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H 35 in W 4 in D 26 in
Vintage 1980s Hustadt Leuchten Counter Balance Post Modern Table Desk Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A vintage 1980s Hustadt Leuchten counter balance desk lamp. This chic post modern desk lamp is a classic 80s design featuring a fully adjustable design.
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Italian Table Lamp 80s Pyramid Plexiglass and Wood Style Tobia Scarpa G168
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Italian Table Lamp 80s Pyramid Plexiglass and Wood Style Tobia Scarpa G168
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Italian desk or table lamp from the 80's in the taste of the work of Tobia & Arfa Scarpa.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
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Desk lamp 80s
Located in PARIS, FR
This desk lamp was designed in the 1980s. It is related to the work of Yonel Lebovici.
Category
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Steel
LIVAL Finland clip spotlight desk lamp 80s
By Lival Oy
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Lamp LIVAL finland spot clip plastic deflector white vintage 1980 To divert into an accent lamp, desk or bedside lamp! The recommended lighting power is 40/60 Watt. Comes without bu...
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Materials
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Z1-90 Veneta Lumi desk lamp, Italy 80's
By Veneta Lumi
Located in FERROL, ES
Z1-90 Veneta Lumi desk lamp, Italy 80's Lacquered metal in primary colors.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
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Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80's
By H.T. Huang
Located in FERROL, ES
Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80's Color Yellow/Green PL-S 11 W bulb.
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
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Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80's
By H.T. Huang
Located in FERROL, ES
Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80's Blue/Pink colour.
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Table Lamps
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Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80s
By H.T. Huang
Located in FERROL, ES
Toucan desk lamp, Tungslite designed by H.T. Huang 80s Color Yellow/Green PL-S 11 W bulb.
Category
Vintage 1980s Chinese Table Lamps
Materials
Plastic
Mid century Danish Desk adjustable table lamp by BHS, 80s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A VINTAGE RETRO BHS (Danish Made) UPRIGHT STEM ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP - GWO - BLACK & CREAM BHS label stating "Made in Denmark" and model no "4260" Late mid century 80s spot light lam...
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Materials
Metal
Mid Century Adjustable Desk Lamp Veneta Lumi Style 1970s 80s
By Veneta Lumi
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
1970s Retro Desk Lamp made in the style of Veneta Lumi for BHS Vintage beige/light mushroom coloured metal desk lamp Bauhaus style mid-century. The arm and shade are adjustable, mak...
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Mid Century adjustable Italian Desk Lamp By Veneta Lumi Bhs 1970s 80s
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Mid Century adjustable Italian Desk Lamp By Veneta Lumi Bhs 1970s 80s
By Veneta Lumi
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
1970s Retro Desk Lamp Made in Italy by Veneta Lumi for BHS in the UK - original label on base. Vintage brown metal desk lamp Bauhaus style mid-century Brown painted metal shade and...
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Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp attributed to Fase 80s Spain, Sonneman Style
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Mid-Century Modern Desk Lamp attributed to Fase 80s Spain, Sonneman Style
By Fase
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Discover a striking example of Mid-Century Modern design with this 1980s Spanish desk lamp, attributed to the iconic lighting manufacturer Fase. Embodying the sleek lines and space-a...
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Mid Century 80s Herbert Terry Model Apex 90 Anglepoise Desk Lamp in Red
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Mid Century 80s Herbert Terry Model Apex 90 Anglepoise Desk Lamp in Red
By Herbert Terry
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Rare, vintage 1980s Anglepoise Model 90 desk lamp by Herbert Terry. It has a wonderful patina showing its age and history. All the contrasting black springs work perfectly allowin...
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Late 20th Century British Post-Modern Table Lamps
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ES HORN Typ.461 Table desk Lamp Danish Modern Lyfa Fog Morup Panton 70/80s
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H 15.75 in W 7.09 in D 10.24 in
ES HORN Typ.461 Table desk Lamp Danish Modern Lyfa Fog Morup Panton 70/80s
By E. S. Horn
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Vintage type 461 table lamp manufactured by ES Horn Belysning, Denmark. Circa 1970s This smart, desk spotlight table lamp in white is attributed to ES Horn, more well known for t...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
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Find a variety of desk lamp 80s available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct desk lamp 80s — often made from wood, hardwood and fabric — can elevate any home. Find 42 antique and vintage desk lamp 80s at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 52 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Desk lamp 80s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern desk lamp 80s are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made desk lamp 80s over the years, but those made by Poul Cadovius, Ikea and Robert Sonneman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
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The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $999, while they’re typically $55 on the low end and $32,440 highest priced.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Questions About Desk Lamp 80s
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
What is a good desk lamp?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A good desk lamp is going to make a substantial difference in any home, office or studio. The ideal desk lamp should provide apt task lighting, be easy to use, and also be aesthetically pleasing. Find a wide range of unique and elegant desk lamps on 1stDibs today.What is the best desk lamp?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021The best desk lamp is a matter of preference — the right fixture can help you work more efficiently while also reducing eye strain. LED desk lamps in the 2700K to 4500K color temperature range often provide a warm and pleasing light under which to work. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and modern desk lamps from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.Who invented the desk lamp?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024No one knows for sure who invented the desk lamp, as many engineers worked on designs for lamps during the 1920s. Many experts cite the Anglepoise lamp, however, as the earliest iteration of the modern desk lamp. Since its 1934 debut, this ingenious task light has become one of the most celebrated examples of industrial design.
How the Anglepoise came to be is the stuff of design legend: In 1932, a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine joined forces with a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons, to create a mechanism by which opposed springs would, as Carwardine explained, exert a “unidirectional constant force” on a pivoted lever that could counteract the force of gravity.
This invention was not destined for an auto but for a lamp Carwardine was developing. The innovation would allow the piece’s articulated arm to be moved with ease to almost any position and remain there. As the product of engineering acumen rather than fashion, the Anglepoise soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted it as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.”
The Angelpoise's rivals include the 1930 Bestlite, which was one of the earliest Bauhaus-influenced designs, created by Robert Dudley Best, who had studied under Walter Gropius at the Bauhaus in Dessau. German modernist Karl Trabert’s 1930s desk lamp for Schanzenbach & Co. was notable for its domed shade above a hinged arm.
Find vintage table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.What is the best LED desk lamp?
1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are many types of best LED desk lamps for your home — it's really a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, there are modern, mid-century modern desk lamps and other lighting to choose from.- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British designer George Carwardine designed the Anglepoise desk lamp. Before creating the light fixture, he worked as an engineer designing automobile suspension systems. The first Anglepoise lamps debuted in 1931. You can find a variety of Anglepoise desk lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The desk lamps with the green shade are called banker’s lamps. Banker’s lamps are green because it is believed the color helps to encourage concentration and is mentally soothing. It is also said that green helps with eye strain. You can shop a selection of banker’s lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026Table lamps are typically used for ambient or bedside light with a shade that diffuses light broadly, while desk lamps are more directional and task-focused.
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