Stickley Table Lamp

Early Gus. Originals of Gustav Stickley's Number 501 lamp (often called the Compass Lamp because of its resemblance to Stickley's bentwood compass logo) are rare and bring thousands of dollars at auction. I build these reproductions in mahogany, cherry and the more traditional quartered white oak in dark Mission brown . The lamps can be had with either of the shades shown on this page.

The photo above shows what might be called the standard version of the Compass Lamp, that is, one in dark oak and fitted with a ribbed, amber shade that approximates the size and shape of the original shade. (Stickley gave the lamp a lovely silk and wicker shade that we would consider too much of a fire hazard today.)

On the left below is the lamp in cherry while on the right is one in mahogany. In between is another oak version, this one with a fluted, Deco-inspired shade.

Stickley Reproduction 501 Compass Lamp in Cherry

Reproduction Stickley 501 Compass Lamp in Oak with Deco Shade

Stickley 501 Compass Lamp reproduction in mahogany

The Compass Lamp stands 16 inches tall and has a footprint measuring approximately 8 by 8 inches. It accepts bulbs of up to 40 watts. The hardware is of chemically patinated solid brass, and the cord, in vintage style, is sheathed in brown rayon. These lamps are frequently in stock. Prices: $450 with shade, $420 without shade. Free shipping.

Stickley 501 Compass Lamp Reproduction detail

The new Liberty Lamp

This version of the Compass Lamp was inspired by the squat proportions of several “Liberty Bell Lamps” made in the early twentieth century. I shortened the lamp so that it stands approximately 13 inches high and fitted it with square hardware and a square shade in either amber or frosted glass. The Liberty Lamp with a frosted shade is $470. The Lamp with an amber shade is $500. Contact me for availability and ordering information.

The Barion Table Lamp

It's a gem.

I've topped a Limbert-inspired base with a modified-square, wood-framed shade to produce what I think is a really beautiful table lamp. It stands 24 inches tall, has a base of 10 by 10 inches, and accepts two bulbs of up to 40 watts each. Shown here with a hand-crafted, inlaid shade from Sue Johnson Custom Lamps in Berkeley, California. $1425 with inlaid mica shade, $1300 with plain mica.

The 500-B Barion Floor Lamp

Far Left: The Barion in Oak

Left: The Barion in Mahogany

The Barion is an original-design floor lamp featuring a modified-square, 15-inch pyramidal shade. It takes two bulbs of up to 40 watts each, affording ample light for reading. The diffusers are amber mica, and it has diamond cutouts at the corners. The solid brass hardware is chemically patinated. The lamp stands 55 inches tall and has a footprint of 14 x 14 inches. $2100 with a plain mica shade, $2225 with inlaid mica shade. Built to order. Please contact me for ordering information.

Stickley 500 Floor Lamp Reproductions

My reproductions of Gustav's Number 500 floor lamps stand 60 inches tall and accept bulbs of up to 60 watts. Fitted with a wicker shade (middle photo), this is as close to the original Stickley lamp as I've seen. Or you can have the lamp with your choice of beautiful Sue Johnson shades: inlaid mica or hand-painted parchment (see details below).

$1900 for the lamp with the inlaid mica shade, $1750 with the wicker shade and $1700 with the parchment shade.

Built to order: please contact me for information.

Number 500 Floor Lamp and children's floor lamp

Having trouble finding the right lamp for the kids’ room in your Craftsman bungalow? Exclusive to this site, my miniature floor lamp (above right) has an amber glass shade and stands 44 inches tall. 60 watts. The mini floor lamp can be yours on sale for $850 delivered. Please contact me for ordering information.

Floor Lamp Details

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