Motion Lamps 

Motion lamps are timely, artistic ways to light your home. These vintage motion lamps depict quite a few scenes that can show anything from a sled in the snow, to a person skiing, and all on an ornate, ornamental lamp. They are practical, lovely, and a very nice conversation piece. Browse this selection of lamps in our collection. You might find one that fits your style.

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Vintage 1957 Econolite Motion Lamp 766 7 Winter Snow Scene Sleigh Christmas

Vintage 1957 Econolite Motion Lamp 766 7 Winter Snow Scene Sleigh Christmas

Motion lamp stylised on Chinese lantern. It has drass round kickstands and ornate bracket. On lampshade, there is illustration representing church in the forest on winter. This lantern will be perfect decoration on Christmas Eve.

Vintage 1955 econolite mothion lamp forest fire scene

Vintage 1955 econolite mothion lamp forest fire scene

A fantastic table lamp from the 1950's. It features a decorative, metal structure at the bottom and an unusual lamp shade that depicts the scene of the forest fire. It was hand painted with vibrant colors and it will be the highlight of the room.

If you love vintage motion lamps this vintage econolite forest

Outstanding vintage motion lamp featuring a minimalist design and impeccable color balance. The lamp comes with a rounded design and finished in waterfall-inspired imprints with lush green forests on the background. It’s also super energy efficient!

Vintage 41 year old christmas motion lamp

Vintage 41 year old christmas motion lamp

This 41 years old Christmas Motion lamp constitutes a great example of the vintage decor. Bring in some magical ambience into your interiors and celebrate the one and only Christmas time.

Waterfall lamp antique

Vintage Motion Lamp Niagara Falls Scene In Action with Cast Iron Bottom and Top

La goodman motion lamp

A phenomenal motion lamp that will be a vintage accent of your room. It features a magnificent lamp shade that depicts an image of the forest fire. It's in beautiful tones of black and red, which matches a bronze base.

Vintage 1949 Econolite Roto Vue Jr Forest Fire Working Motion Lamp

Vintage 1949 Econolite Roto Vue Jr Forest Fire Working Motion Lamp

Maintained in a marvellous condition, this beautiful vintage motion lamp will still add a romantic glow wherever appearing. Crafted in 1949, shall be a real bargain for all retro enthusiasts.

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Vintage look for an old-fashioned, 1950s stylized table lamp with a frame made out of metal with a brass finish and a decorative engraving. The middle of the lamp is fitted with a Boat Race painting of Robert E Lee Natchez.

Vintage motion lamp 5

Original table lamp in vintage style. Lampshade is finished with train theme. Application in all kinds of interiors according to taste and need.

Vintage motion lamp 4

1950's Fountain of Youth Motion Lamp. Space #125. $85.00.

Vintage motion lamp 7

VERY RARE FOREST FIRES 1930s VINTAGE MOTION LAMP LIGHT GOOD LUCK!!

Vintage rotating animated motion lamp bearcat model t cars last

Vintage Rotating Animated Motion Lamp Bearcat Model T Cars LAST CHANCE

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Vintage Motion Lamp Light Forest Fire Cabin Scene in Action Chicago 1930 | eBay

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MOST RARE VINTAGE 1957 MISS LIBERTY NYC NEW YORK ECONOLITE MOTION LAMP # 769 | eBay

Vintage forest fire motion lamp inner cylinder is missing still

Vintage Forest Fire Motion Lamp Inner Cylinder is Missing Still Nice Display

Vintage motion lamp rotating fountain of

Vintage motion lamp rotating fountain of

A funny, rotating table lamp in a vintage style. It features a brass base with a golden finish and a shade that depicts an image of a peeing boy. The picture was painted in a skilful manner making the lamp a beautiful accent of the room.

Vintage econolite motion lamp winter scene

Vintage Econolite Motion Lamp winter scene

Vintage sailing vessels motion lamp

Vintage Sailing Vessels Motion Lamp

1950s niagara falls econolite motion lamp tv lamp works

1950's Niagara Falls Econolite motion lamp/tv lamp WORKS

Vintage motion oil rain lamp half nude goddess table lamp

Vintage Motion Oil Rain Lamp Half Nude Goddess Table Lamp ...

60 best antique motion lamps images on pinterest clock

60 best Antique Motion Lamps images on Pinterest | Clock ...

Vintage econolite motion lamp for sale classifieds

Vintage Econolite Motion Lamp - For Sale Classifieds

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Vintage Econolite Motion Lamp | EBTH

Vintage econolite 1954 butterflies motion lamp motion

VINTAGE ECONOLITE 1954 BUTTERFLIES MOTION LAMP | Motion ...

Motion Lamps 

Buying Guide

Are you looking for unique ways to add vintage appeal to your home’s décor? Consider the addition of a vintage motion lamp to one or more of your rooms. These tabletop cylindrical lamps illuminate from the inside and feature images around their outside. Not only are they an excellent way to add warmth to your spaces, but they also do so in a way unlike any other lamp in the room can.

Because you’re purchasing a vintage piece, it’s critical that you take extra care during maintenance. Maintaining the elegance of these lamps require light cleaning with a soft, clean cloth that’s been dipped in warm water mixed with a mild detergent. The majority of these lamps are made with a plastic shade so, before removing it, be careful it hasn’t become brittle to prevent cracking from occurring.

While these vintage motion lamps are beautiful, some care and considerations are important for you to make before incorporating them into your designs. For example, even though the image on the lamp features images that are whimsical and would appear appropriate for children, these lamps are fragile and break easily. Therefore, they’re more appropriate for an older child’s bedroom.

When you begin shopping around for your vintage motion lamp, you’re going to find a plethora of options. Everything from Christmas to railroad themed lamps is available depending on your interests and decorating sense. The timeless beauty of adding a vintage motion lamp to your room not only creates a beautiful glowing ambiance but it also adds a unique focal point as well. You’ll also find the colors featured on these lamps are that of warm tones reminiscent of yesteryear, rather than the bolder ones found in today’s design accessories.

When looking at the descriptions of many of these lamps, the standard measurements vary between 8 and twelve inches tall. The average circumferences aren’t listed but, when viewing the pictures, they appear to be the same size as a small lamp base.

Because of the size of these lamps, it’s essential that you’re thinking about the scale of the room. For example, it wouldn’t make sense to put a small vintage motion lamp in a spacious living room. Instead, these lamps work better in smaller rooms including guest rooms, bedrooms, dens, and smaller living rooms. It’s also important to remember that these lamps to give off as much light as a standard lighting solution. Therefore, these lamps should be used as a secondary source of decorative lighting.

Depending on their age and condition, these lamps could range in price from $9.99 to $249.99. When making your selections, be sure to read the descriptions carefully to ensure the lamp is high-quality, doesn’t have any damage, and still works. Under some circumstances, the seller will list a vintage motion lamp that no longer works, is defective, or has damage that doesn’t show in the picture.

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