African Lamps

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In the style of the seat of civilization, from the dark continent, we bring you a table lamp that speaks to the tribal customs of Africa. From Nigeria to Madagascar, from Kenya to Mali, we have plenty of styles and options that will give your home the look and feel you desire if your style and decorative motif is largly leaning toward African. Take a look at this colleciton to see what we mean.

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Updated 16/01/2023
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African lamp with antlers

African lamp with antlers

Loon Peak®

Taking inspiration from nature, this table lamp is made highly realistic thanks to its polyresin base composed of three, intertwined antlers. Up top, a chocolate drum shade in polyester fabric effortlessly complements the brown base for a rustic lodge feel. 

$134.99 $227.99

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Africa is home to a wealth of wild animals, and deer are one of them. Whether you’re looking for a unique accent piece or are particularly fond of deer, this lamp won’t disappoint. It’s heavy, of good quality, and gives off a soft glow when lit. Other than that, it makes a great addition to rustic, cottage, and farmhouse spaces, but equally at home in a more contemporary setting as well. 

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African elephant table lamp

African elephant table lamp

Bungalow Rose

Also giving a nod to Africa and its wildlife is this traditional-style luminaire. It features a linen lampshade with a metallic bronze sheen to it, supported by an incredibly detailed elephant sculpture. The elephant also boasts a classy bronze finish, but this time accented with gray/black touches throughout the carvings. 

$157.99 $156.99

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Maybe you’ve got a handful of animal decor around the house. Or, perhaps your interior style is best described as worldly eclectic and is filled with items from around the globe. Either way, African-style lamps could be the perfect finishing touch for your decor. Want to sprinkle some more African character into your home? Pair this lamp with an animal print armchair for an exotic look.

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African motif drum table lamp

African motif drum table lamp

This table lamp flaunts one of the many patterns of African tribes, making it exceptionally rich in culture. It includes a cylinder body built from cotton fabric, then adorned with geometric shapes. Meanwhile, a low but thick wooden base provides a sturdy foundation. 

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Contrary to other African lamps, this one is a lot easier to decorate with. Thanks to its versatile and toned-down design, you can let it blend in with your current interior aesthetic—be it traditional, Bohemian, contemporary, or mid-century modern—without creating a mismatched look. Place this lamp beside the sofa, on your bedside table, or use it in your office space for a casual yet tasteful focal point. 

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Queen Nefertiti torchiere lamp

Queen Nefertiti torchiere lamp

Design Toscano

Radiating opulence and grandeur, this statue lamp presents the famous Egyptian queen, Nefertiti, standing 75" tall. It is made of premium resin and delicately hand-painted in rich colors reminiscent of the northeastern corner of Africa. An inverted frosted glass lampshade sits at the top, emitting a cozy, golden glow. 

$894.09 $910.86

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Ethnic tribal African lamp

Ethnic tribal African lamp

Part objet d’art, part functional, this intriguing source of light is inspired by the western side of Africa. The base—nay, the wow factor—consists of a Senoufu mask that has been intricately carved from solid hardwood, showing great attention to detail. 

Designer Advice:

Aside from paying a lovely homage to Africa’s diverse ethnic groups, we love this piece for the ability to customize its appearance according to one’s home decor. Why not opt for a brass or maybe stainless steel lamp fitting if you’ve got matching accents throughout the room? You can also pick any lampshade color you want to either complement your interior or introduce an attractive contrast. 

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Safari style floor lamp

Safari style floor lamp

Etta Avenue™ Teen

Add a hint of exotic to your space with this eye-catching floor lamp, showcasing a round base, slender column, and drum shade all covered in a brown and black leopard print. It stands 59" tall and comes with an in-line switch for your convenience.

$57.99 $69.99

Designer Advice:

Not all African floor lamps have to be overly ornate, and this lamp proves so. The striking, glamorous patterns here are paired with a contemporary-style silhouette for a gorgeous balance of simplicity and uniqueness. That said, we recommend this lamp for corners since the lighting is quite low and is best used as accent lighting.

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African style lighting

The African walnut table lamp. The base made by wood could be inspired by the tribal impression. The snow white lampshade presents gorgeous as a contrast to the dark base. Finally -opposites attracts.

African doll table lamp stenciled parchment paper lamp shade

African Doll Table Lamp & Stenciled Parchment Paper Lamp Shade

Jakarta table lamp african inspired woven fabric adds the perfect

Jakarta Table Lamp - African inspired woven fabric adds the perfect touch of rustic to any room in your home.

Pelican 22" H Table Lamp with Empire Shade

Pelican 22" H Table Lamp with Empire Shade

22 inch high table lamp featuring beautifully crafted wharf pole resembling pelican. Additionally, the lamp has nice cream shade made of tweed and can accommodate one 60 watt bulb. It's an original and appealing design perfectly fit all interiors.

African table lamp

An elegant table lamp, designed in African style and adorned with a striking zebra pattern. The ceramic body is beautifully shaped and finished in espresso, holding an imperial shade made of a quality white fabric.

Source kudu table lamp horn sweet horn this lamp is

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Ore International K-4221T 34-Inch African Style Table Lamp

You can almost hear the drums of deepest Africa with this oddly shaped black and white lamp base. Topped with a rectangular shade supported with a central brass support and screw-on brass piece, it is a real conversation piece.

Richardson 30" H Table Lamp with Bell Shade

Richardson 30" H Table Lamp with Bell Shade

It is a very stylish table lamp that has got an bell shade and beautiful base. It is an attractive addition to your living room, bedroom and other. This product is nicely finished and high quality.

Table lamp tripod slim mahogany african

Table lamp tripod slim mahogany african

A cool contemporary table lamp featuring a tripod base crafted of mahogany wood. Slim angular tapered legs are joined by brass-finished metal bolts. One of legs is grooved to conceal a cord. A large cylindrical shade is of quality plain white fabric.

Elephant mother and child table lamp silhouette shade

Elephant Mother And Child Table Lamp Silhouette Shade

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With such a gorgeous lamp your vintage-looking home will have one more state of art standing on your shelf or table. The lamp is crafted by African artisans, offering a round wood base with momma and baby gorilla, a slender curvy metal neck with another baby gorilla, and a lovely bell shade.

Hennessy II 13" H Table Lamp with Drum Shade

Hennessy II 13" H Table Lamp with Drum Shade

This colorful and juicy table lamp is perfect for end tables and desks. it is very light - its weight is only 3.5lbs, and includes and can accommodate one 13-Watt compact fluorescent bulb. It uses an on/off cord switch.

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This African lamp is crafted on a bonded limestone core, which is detailed in a layer of cold cast bronze. It creates a functional African memory of lasting beauty. All lamps are certified, meeting the legal electrical requirements.

African floor lamps

Africa's interest in African culture has grown in Europe at a time of colonial empire. It is still visible today in colorful lampshades of african lamps that are available to everyone. African table lamps presented on the pic have a form of straight cylinder.

African table decorations

If you're a fan of African design, you will love this table lamp. The lamp shade is very simple as it's round and plain white. What makes the lamp exceptional is the base that is characterized by three white and blue elephants.

Pelican table lamp 4

Lovely, charming and elegant - this three adjectives can describe best this Pelican table lamp. A truly unique coastal lamp, embodying the best features of antique furniture. The base measures 32.5 " H, while the shade is (8+10) x (13 + 18) x12.

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Pelican is a lovely bird often used in furniture design. This pelican table lamp inspired by the sea and nature is based on the pelican itself - and is made entirely of natural wood. Lampshade in the same colors - is made of a fence, decorated with leather trim.

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African style modern lamp circa 1950s for sale at 1stdibs

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African style modern lamp circa 1950s for sale at 1stdibs

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