Artemide is an iconic firm in the design world. The mid-century Italian company is one of the best known lighting manufacturers and its award-winning fixtures are held in museum collections everywhere. Vintage Artemide table lamps, pendants, ceiling lamps and other lighting represent a thoughtful merge between functionalism and eye-catching design.
Artemide, which is based in Pregnana, was founded by Ernesto Gismondi and Sergio Mazza in 1959. During that year, Mazza created the first table lamp for the manufacturer — a modernist work in glass, marble and metal that he called the Alfa. Gismondi, who studied aeronautical engineering at the Polytechnic University of Milan and missile engineering at Rome’s Professional School of Engineering, applied his knowledge of cutting edge technology and materials such as fiberglass resin to Artemide’s designs for lighting and furniture.
In 1967, Artemide won Italy’s Compasso d'Oro design award for its Eclisse table lamp, which was designed by Vico Magistretti two years earlier. Other award-winning fixtures include the Tizio table lamp designed by Richard Sapper and the Tolomeo table lamp.
Designed by Michele de Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, the Tolomeo featured the patented George Carwardine mechanism used in the original Anglepoise lamp. De Lucchi would later be recruited to join visionary postmodern design collective the Memphis Group. Artemide’s Gismondi purchased the brand after founder Ettore Sottsass dismantled the collective in 1988, and it was bought by Alberto Bianchi Albrici in 1996.
Artemide’s list of design, innovation, sustainability and other industry awards is long and distinguished. The firm continues to actively collaborate with internationally revered designers and seek out new talent through workshops with design schools. The company’s deeply held values — energy-saving lighting, sustainable design and ethically sourced materials — characterize its current offerings, and Artemide furniture and lighting can be found in the permanent collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art and other institutions.
On 1stDibs, find Artemide tables, seating, floor lamps, chandeliers and more.
$2,277 / set
H 20.48 in Dm 11.03 in
"Orione" Rodolfo Dordoni by Artemide 1992 Italian Design Pair of Table Lamps
By Rodolfo Dordoni, Artemide
Located in Brescia, IT
"Orione" by Rodolfo Dordoni for Artemide 1992. Aluminium, wood and glass shades Perfect condition Perfect working order.
Aluminum
$5,124 / set
H 31.5 in Dm 9.85 in L 31.5 in
Pair of Vico Magistretti ‘Mezzachimera’ Table Lamps for Artemide, Italy, 1969
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Milano, IT
An exceptional pair of Mezzachimera lamps designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in 1969, among the most recognizable and celebrated creations of post-war Italian lighting design....
Plastic
$950Sale Price / set|36% Off
H 14.75 in W 10 in D 7 in
Pair of Italiana Luce Lamps by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo
By Italiana Luce, Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Italian table lamps by Italiana Luce, designed by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo in 1994. Style of Arredoluce
Plastic
Pair of 1967 Nesso Table Lamps by Artemide First Edition
By Artemide, Giancarlo Mattioli
Located in Water Mill, NY
Pair of 1967 Rare First Edition Artemide Milano Nesso patent pending table lamps. In great condition.t
Plastic
$2,200 / set
H 20 in Dm 12 in
Pair of 20th Century German Postmodern Steel Lamps with White Milk Glass Shades
Located in Middleburg, VA
Like twin moons suspended in orbit, this pair of German Postmodern table lamps casts a soft and otherworldly glow. Designed circa 1970, their futuristic form is grounded in elegance,...
Steel, Metal, Wire
Pair of Table Lamps by Fontana Arte
By Pietro Chiesa, Fontana Arte
Located in Dallas, TX
This timeless design was first introduced in 1954, designed by Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte. The Tris table lamps are constructed of a solid chromed brass stem, two frosted glass s...
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Vico Magistretti Eclisse Table Lamps for Artemide
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Vico Magistretti Eclisse table lamps for Artemide. Designed in 1967, the authorized re-edition Eclisse is a bedside table, or wall-m...
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of Contemporary Italian Table Lamps by Flaver, Italy, 1980s
Located in Roma, IT
A stylish pair of contemporary Italian table lamps by Flaver, combining minimalist design with sculptural glass elements and polished metal construction. Each lamp features a sleek ...
Metal
$636Sale Price|20% Off
H 19.3 in W 12.6 in D 6.7 in
Pair of Two Design Midcentury Table Lamp by Pavel Grus, 1970s
By Pavel Grus
Located in Praha, CZ
- Czechoslovakia - 1970s - Design: Pavel Grus - Publicated in literature - Original condition with patina.
Metal
Pair of Accademia Tavolo Picoli by Cini Boeri for Artemide 1978
By Cini Boeri, Artemide
Located in Barcelona, ES
The Accademia lamp, designed by Cini Boeri in 1978, is a small-scale version of the popular table lamp created for Artemide. This lamp is an impressive example of Boeri's minimalist ...
Iron
Pair of Glass & Metal Bases Mushroom Table Lamps
By Vico Magistretti
Located in San Diego, CA
Great pair of mushroom lamps metal base and glass shades, like new condition new wire beautiful double socket circa 2020 unkown designer.
Metal
Post Modern Brushed Metal Dual Light Table Lamp by Michael Graves
By Michael Graves (b.1934)
Located in San Diego, CA
Post Modern Brushed Metal Dual Table Lamp by Michael Graves, circa 1990s. Add a bold Postmodern touch with this Brushed Metal Dual Table Lamp by Michael Graves. This lamp is in good ...
Metal
Vintage Adjustable Desk Lamp in Metal, Plastic & Chrome, 1970s
By Jonathan Adler, Arteluce, Joe Colombo, Pierre Cardin
Located in San Diego, CA
Bold, sculptural, and undeniably playful, this authentic 1970s adjustable desk lamp embodies the era's fascination with functional design elevated through vibrant color and clean geometry. Featuring a striking sunshine-yellow molded plastic shade contrasted by sleek black metal detailing and a polished chrome stem, this lamp transforms an everyday object into a distinctive design statement. Its fully adjustable head allows light to be directed exactly where needed, making it as practical as it is visually compelling. Whether styled on a desk, bedside table, bookshelf, or console, this lamp delivers both focused illumination and an unmistakable pop of color that instantly energizes a space. The combination of industrial-inspired construction and cheerful modernist palette gives it an effortlessly utilitarian chic aesthetic that feels just as current today as it did over five decades ago. Perfect for Mid-Century Modern, Space Age, Postmodern, Scandinavian, or contemporary interiors, this vintage lamp serves as both functional lighting and sculptural décor. Its compact proportions and architectural silhouette make it an ideal accent piece, while the vivid yellow shade adds warmth, personality, and a touch of playful sophistication to any room. A wonderful collectible for lovers of vintage European design, this 1970s desk lamp...
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Danish MCM "Burgundia" Ceramic Lamps by Sorensen & Jensen for Soholm
By Soholm Pottery
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning and very hard to find pair of Danish MCM "Burgundia" ceramic table lamps by Sorensen & Jensen for Soholm, circa 1950s. The lamps are in very good working condition and meas...
Ceramic
Pair of Post-Modern Artichoke Table Lamps 1980s
By Laurel Lamp Company, Jonathan Adler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and sculptural set of ceramic artichoke lamps. Although post-modern in essence, these lamps resonate with a variety of styles from modernist, coastal to organic modern. T...
Ceramic
Rare MCM Chrome Table Lamp with Black Metal Shade by Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce
By Oluce, Giuseppe Ostuni
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare MCM chrome table lamp with black metal shade by Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce, circa 1970's. This amazing piece is in very good working ...
Chrome, Metal
