Desk Lamps

As the name suggests, desk lamp is a type of task lamp, which is specifically designed for a desk. Back in the early 1900s, when lamps were yet to be invented, it was quite challenging to light up a desk after dark. That became a problem as many people began to face the difficulty in writing, studying, and completing other simple tasks. In 1932, George Carwardine unveiled the first-ever desk lamp — a 4-Spring Anglepoise lamp with a directional arm. It was only then that the first antique and vintage desk lamp was introduced. Desk lamp became a huge success and one of the major necessities in every household, and workplace. Antique and vintage desk lamps gradually became a part of the modern interior.

The lamp is not only known for its functionality but also for its easy-to-use features. The lighting’s focus can be easily shifted when necessary. Since the light beams down at the surface, it particularly highlights the desired object. Desk lamps can be found on various online auctions for sale. Visit our website to find an array of desk lamps at auction for sale. Bidsquare’s collection features desk lamps for sale that are created by renowned companies and artists.  

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  • Brass Desk Lamp w/ Pr. Ink Wells 15"H X 11"W X 8"D
    Estimate
    $100 - $150

    Brass Desk Lamp w/ Pr. Ink Wells 15"H X 11"W X 8"D

    Est.
    $100 - $150
    George Cole Auctions & Real...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $40
  • Mid-Century Floor Lamp by Stuart Barnes for Robert Long
    Estimate
    $200 - $400

    Mid-Century Floor Lamp by Stuart Barnes for Robert Long...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
    Sarasota Estate Auction
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100
  • Brushed Stainless Steel Table-Desk Lamp with Art Glass Shade
    Estimate
    $10 - $200

    Brushed Stainless Steel Table-Desk Lamp with Art Glass ...

    Est.
    $10 - $200
    Lion and Unicorn
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $10
  • O. C. White Industrial Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $300 - $600

    O. C. White Industrial Desk Lamp

    Est.
    $300 - $600
    New England Auctions
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • Bruno Gecchelin Arteluce "Ring" A400 Red Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    Bruno Gecchelin Arteluce "Ring" A400 Red Desk Lamp

    Est.
    $200 - $300
    Sheafer + King Modern
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100
  • Peter Hamburger for Knoll, Acrylic And Chrome Desk Lamp, H 11" W 13" Depth 7"
    Estimate
    $150 - $250

    Peter Hamburger for Knoll, Acrylic And Chrome Desk Lamp...

    Est.
    $150 - $250
    DuMouchelles
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $70
  • Robert Sonneman (American, B. 1943) Counter Balance Desk Lamp H 12" L 37"
    Estimate
    $200 - $400

    Robert Sonneman (American, B. 1943) Counter Balance Des...

    Est.
    $200 - $400
    DuMouchelles
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $100
  • E. Bellini for Targetti Sankey, 'Elbow' Desk Lamp, Ca. 1970s, H 15" Dia. 7"
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    E. Bellini for Targetti Sankey, 'Elbow' Desk Lamp, Ca. ...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    DuMouchelles
    1 Bid
    Current Bid
    $50
  • Marco Zotta for Cil Roma 'Arcobaleno' Desk Lamp, Ca. 1980s, H 15.5" W 3.5" L 16"
    Estimate
    $250 - $500

    Marco Zotta for Cil Roma 'Arcobaleno' Desk Lamp, Ca. 19...

    Est.
    $250 - $500
    DuMouchelles
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $125
  • George Carwardine (English, 1887-1947) 3-Spring 'Anglepoise' Desk Lamp, Ca. Mid 20th C., H 7" L 30"
    Estimate
    $100 - $200

    George Carwardine (English, 1887-1947) 3-Spring 'Anglep...

    Est.
    $100 - $200
    DuMouchelles
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $50
  • Montana Lee Kern Juniper & Glass Coffee Table
    Estimate
    $3,000 - $4,000

    Montana Lee Kern Juniper & Glass Coffee Table

    Est.
    $3,000 - $4,000
    North American Auction Comp...
    0 Bids
    Starting Bid
    $750
  • Anglepoise Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $200 - $300
  • DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $1,327.50 - $1,770

    DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $1,327.50 - $1,770
  • ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $50 - $100

    ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • WOOODEN DESK LAMP 21"
    Estimate
    $50 - $75

    WOOODEN DESK LAMP 21"

    Est.
    $50 - $75
  • MARBLE BASE DESK LAMP & GROPPTORPS MARMOR KATRINEHOLM MARBLE DESK SET
    Estimate
    $40 - $80

    MARBLE BASE DESK LAMP & GROPPTORPS MARMOR KATRINEHOLM M...

    Est.
    $40 - $80
  • Vintage Emeralite Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    Vintage Emeralite Desk Lamp

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • PARTNERS DESK MAHOGANY DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $50 - $100

    PARTNERS DESK MAHOGANY DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • EMERALITE DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    EMERALITE DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • WOOODEN DESK LAMP 21"
    Estimate
    $50 - $75

    WOOODEN DESK LAMP 21"

    Est.
    $50 - $75
  • Mid Century Adjustable Desk Lamp + Chrome Base Lamp
    Estimate
    $130 - $150

    Mid Century Adjustable Desk Lamp + Chrome Base Lamp

    Est.
    $130 - $150
  • EMERALITE DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $100 - $150

    EMERALITE DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • Office lamp/desk lamp, late 19

    Office lamp/desk lamp, late 19

  • HANDEL DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $700 - $900

    HANDEL DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $700 - $900
  • HANDEL DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    HANDEL DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • A Pair of Brass Desk Lamps
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    A Pair of Brass Desk Lamps

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • Desk lamp/workshop lamp, 2nd h

    Desk lamp/workshop lamp, 2nd h

  • METAL DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $20 - $40

    METAL DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $20 - $40
  • MODERN DESK LAMP 15 1/2"
    Estimate
    $40 - $60

    MODERN DESK LAMP 15 1/2"

    Est.
    $40 - $60
  • EMERALITE ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $200 - $300

    EMERALITE ADJUSTABLE DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $200 - $300
  • POLISHED BRASS METAL DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $250 - $450

    POLISHED BRASS METAL DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $250 - $450
  • VINTAGE BRASS DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $50 - $100

    VINTAGE BRASS DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $50 - $100
  • Brass Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $300 - $400

    Brass Desk Lamp

    Est.
    $300 - $400
  • OLD BRASS DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $150 - $250

    OLD BRASS DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $150 - $250
  • Handel Table/Desk Lamp
    Estimate
    $300 - $500

    Handel Table/Desk Lamp

    Est.
    $300 - $500
  • EMERALITE BRASS DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $150 - $200

    EMERALITE BRASS DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $150 - $200
  • CAST IRON DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $100 - $150

    CAST IRON DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • CAST IRON DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $100 - $150

    CAST IRON DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $100 - $150
  • EMERALITE BANKER'S DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $400 - $800

    EMERALITE BANKER'S DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $400 - $800
  • Art Deco Cobra Desk Lamp, Norman Bell Geddes
    Estimate
    $150 - $300

    Art Deco Cobra Desk Lamp, Norman Bell Geddes

    Est.
    $150 - $300
  • ART NOUVEAU BRONZE DESK LAMP
    Estimate
    $400 - $600

    ART NOUVEAU BRONZE DESK LAMP

    Est.
    $400 - $600
  • Banker's Desk Lamp Emeralite
    Estimate
    $200 - $400

    Banker's Desk Lamp Emeralite

    Est.
    $200 - $400
  • Pair of Artemide Tolomeo Miero Desk Lamps
    Estimate
    $300 - $500

    Pair of Artemide Tolomeo Miero Desk Lamps

    Est.
    $300 - $500