What are floor lamps?

A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

How tall should floor lamps be?

A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp?

Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

What is a torchiere floor lamp?

A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.

What is a good bright floor lamp?

A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?

On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How do I choose an arc floor lamp?

To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp for reading?

Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?

There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best reading floor lamp?

The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What are the parts of a floor lamp called?

The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall should an arc floor lamp be?

How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.

Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?

Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of floor lamp gives the most light?

The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.

How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?

The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Industrial Floor Lamps

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Chrome

1930 Floor Lamp by Halabala, Czechoslovakia

H 76.78 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in

French Art Deco Gilt Brass and Lucite Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco (circa 1930) floor lamp with gilded brass base and uplight and a shaft of 4 tubular

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Brass

French Art Deco Gilt Brass and Lucite Floor Lamp

H 67 in W 13 in D 13 in

Chrome Bauhaus Floor Lamp, 1930

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1930 - Germany - Good original condition with patina - New shade and newly wired.

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Chrome Bauhaus Floor Lamp, 1930

H 64.97 in Dm 19.69 in

1930 Halabala floor lamp, Czechoslovakia

By Jindrich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Wooden veneered lamp (walnut veneer) - period functionalism - manufactured by U.P. Czechoslovakia

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps

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Metal

1930 Halabala floor lamp, Czechoslovakia

H 70.08 in W 19.69 in D 18.12 in

1930's Modernist Floor Lamp

By Napako

Located in Brno, CZ

This Modernist floor lamp was designed and produced by The NAPAKO Company in the 1930s

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps

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Stainless Steel

1930's Modernist Floor Lamp

H 70.08 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

H 70.08 in Dm 16.93 in

1930's Modernist Dentist Floor Lamp

Located in Brno, CZ

This is an original piece made in 1930’s Czechoslovakia. A striking dominant floor lamp, with super

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps

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Copper, Stainless Steel

1930's Modernist Dentist Floor Lamp

H 74.81 in W 29.14 in D 20.08 in

French Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1930

Located in palm beach, FL

Art deco lamp with chrome base. The column is capped with a geometrical decoration in point on

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

French Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1930

H 50 in W 18 in D 18 in

A Metal Floor Lamp , France , Circa 1930

Located in PARIS, FR

: 54,5 cm for each side Floor lamp in black patinated metal, the arm perpendicular to the shaft ending

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Vintage 1930s French Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

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Metal

A Metal Floor Lamp , France , Circa 1930

H 65.52 in W 25.99 in D 21.46 in

1930's Brass Candelabra Regency Floor Lamp

Located in London, GB

The timeless elegance of our exquisite 1930's Brass Candelabra Regency Floor Lamp, this magnificent

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Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps

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Brass

1930's Brass Candelabra Regency Floor Lamp

H 59.06 in Dm 16.34 in

Original Art Deco Bauhaus Swiveling Aluminium Floor Lamp of the Period

By Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

A very elegant swiveling (Measure: 140-250cm) floor-lamp made in aluminium and chrome-plated iron

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Original Art Deco Bauhaus Swiveling Aluminium Floor Lamp of the Period

H 70.87 in W 90.56 in D 18.9 in

American 1930's Art Deco Torchier Floor Lamp

Located in Fairfax, VA

American 1930's art deco brushed silver color and black torchier floor lamp.

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

American 1930's Art Deco Torchier Floor Lamp

H 69 in Dm 14.5 in

Poul Henningsen PH 4/3 Floor Lamp, 1930

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare, early floor lamp by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen with two layer opaline glass PH 4/3

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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Poul Henningsen PH 4/3 Floor Lamp, 1930

H 62.5 in Dm 15.75 in

Hollywood Regency Cast Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp by Rembrandt

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Rembrandt cast iron torchiere floor lamp with circular base and elegant floral wrought iron details.

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Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Hollywood Regency Cast Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp by Rembrandt

H 62 in Dm 14 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Material: Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: Bronze France 1930 You want to live in the golden years, those are

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Material: Bronze

H 77.56 in Dm 22.84 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden years, those are

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome

H 68.12 in Dm 15.36 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: chrome bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp You want to live in the golden years, those are the floor lamps that your project needs

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: chrome bronze

H 51.19 in Dm 17.72 in

Mazda Art Deco Floor Lamp, circa 1930

Located in Beirut, LB

French origin Art Deco floor lamp. Consist of a dark brown wooden shaft, a circular base with

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Opaline Glass, Wood

Mazda Art Deco Floor Lamp, circa 1930

H 68.51 in Dm 15.75 in

Venini Floor Lamp Murano Glass and Brass, 1930

By Venini

Located in Milano, IT

Rafined Venini floor lamp Murano glass and brass, 1930.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Murano Glass

Venini Floor Lamp Murano Glass and Brass, 1930

H 68.12 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Thonet Floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Bohemia

By Thonet

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Thonet floor lamp, cataloque No. D-623, ART DECO furniture, made in Bohemia in 1920/1930´s. Chrome

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Glass, Wood, Walnut

Thonet Floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Bohemia

H 70.87 in W 15.36 in D 23.63 in

French Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp c.1930

Located in London, GB

A French Art Deco wooden floor lamp C.1930 Constructed from turned solid beech wood. Presented

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Beech

French Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp c.1930

H 55.91 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Thonet Floor Lamp Art Deco, 1930's, Bohemia

By Thonet

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Thonet floor lamp ART DECO, cataloque No. D-623, made in Bohemia in 1920/1930´s. Chrome-plated rod

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Thonet Floor Lamp Art Deco, 1930's, Bohemia

H 70.48 in W 24.02 in D 23.23 in

A 1930`s decorative floor lamp

Located in Bronx, NY

A carved wood and decorative leafed/washed finish french floor lamp with great carvings and

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Vintage 1980s French Floor Lamps

A 1930`s decorative floor lamp

H 62 in Dm 12 in

French Art Deco Black & Gold Floor Lamp Torchiere , 1930's

Located in New York, NY

A French Art Deco period torchiere floor lamp from France circa 1930. The conical ebonized shaft

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal

French Art Deco Black & Gold Floor Lamp Torchiere , 1930's

H 69.5 in Dm 21.25 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps in Chrome, 1930, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco France 1930 You want to live in the golden years, those are the floor lamps

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps in Chrome, 1930, France

H 78.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials, Chrome and Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: chrome and wood France 1930 You want to live in the golden years

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials, Chrome and Wood

H 64.57 in Dm 11.82 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome and Glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome. France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome and Glass

H 75.6 in Dm 21.66 in

American 1930's Torchiere Floor Lamp with Original Glass Shade

Located in Fairfax, VA

Elegant 19230's American black lacquered torchiere floor lamp with original glass shade. 3way light

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

American 1930's Torchiere Floor Lamp with Original Glass Shade

H 66 in Dm 15 in

Rare Art Deco Copper Floor Lamp, 1930, Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

Probably the only one of its kind all-copper floor lamp in art deco style. Made around 1935 and

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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Copper

Rare Art Deco Copper Floor Lamp, 1930, Restored

H 67.72 in W 18.51 in D 37.8 in

Art Deco Helical Floor Lamp with Opaline, France, circa 1930

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Magnificent living room floor lamp in wood (beech), with a body in the shape of a helix (helical

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Glass, Opaline Glass, Wood, Beech

Art Deco Helical Floor Lamp with Opaline, France, circa 1930

H 68.12 in Dm 15.75 in

Fully renovated floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Bohemia

Located in Prague 8, CZ

This beautiful floor lamp in the ART DECO style was made in the 1930´s in the former Czechoslovakia

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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Fully renovated floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Bohemia

H 68.9 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco Floor Lamp, Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930's

By Jindrich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of Glass, Chrome, Wood Height adjustable and rotatable New Cabling 1xE27 or E26 socket US plug adapter included Re-polished Fully Functional Good ...

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Floor Lamp, Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930's

H 70.87 in W 18.12 in D 25.6 in

French Tole and Brass Floor Lamp with Floating Table, 1930's

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

3-755 French tole and brass floor lamp with attached table Hand painted details Rewired takes on

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Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

French Tole and Brass Floor Lamp with Floating Table, 1930's

H 62 in Dm 16 in

Art deco floor lamp, in metal and lacquered metal, circa 1930

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Art deco floor lamp, in metal and lacquered metal, circa 1930

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Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal

Art deco floor lamp, in metal and lacquered metal, circa 1930

H 70.87 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Art Deco Brass Floor Lamp, 1930's

Located in Praha, CZ

Beautiful Art Deco floor lamp made in former Czechoslovakia in the early 20th century. Made of

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Brass

Art Deco Brass Floor Lamp, 1930's

H 60.24 in W 25.6 in D 15.75 in

2 Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Chrome, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

2 Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Chrome, 1930

H 74.81 in Dm 18.12 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: Wood, chrome and glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp You want to live in the golden years, those are the floor lamps that your project needs

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German, Material: Wood, chrome and glass

H 72.45 in Dm 18.12 in

2 Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Glass and Chrome, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco. Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

2 Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Glass and Chrome, 1930

H 77.96 in Dm 22.05 in

1930 French Art Deco Mazda Floor Lamps Opaline Shade, Set of 6 Torchiere Lamps

By Mazda

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Set of six rare 1930s French Art Deco Mazda floor lamps with original Mazda Lamps Factory stamp

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

1930 French Art Deco Mazda Floor Lamps Opaline Shade, Set of 6 Torchiere Lamps

H 68 in Dm 11 in

Nickel-Plated Copper Floor Lamp / Torchiere, France Circa 1930

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Deco floor lamp in nickel-plated copper and steel with a round base, and a tubular stem that

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Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps

Nickel-Plated Copper Floor Lamp / Torchiere, France Circa 1930

H 68.9 in Dm 12.51 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome, Wood and Glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Chrome, Wood and Glass

H 67.72 in Dm 22.05 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Mirror and Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: wood ,mirror, bronze France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Mirror and Bronze

H 68.9 in W 15.36 in D 9.06 in

French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Bronze Baluster Form Floor Lamp, 1930

Located in New York, NY

French 1930 baluster form standing lamp in gilt bronze. Shade shown is for demonstration only

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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

French Mid-Century Modern Gilt Bronze Baluster Form Floor Lamp, 1930

H 66.75 in Dm 10.5 in

Art Deco Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer and Chrome, France circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful skyscraper shaped original restored Art Deco Floor Lamp in Black Lacquer and Chrome from

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer and Chrome, France circa 1930

H 68.9 in Dm 17.72 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Chrome, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Chrome, 1930

H 74.81 in Dm 19.69 in

AN ART-DECO MODERNIST Wooden FLOOR LAMP in CHARLES DUDOUYT Style, France 1930

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in PARIS, FR

An elegant floor lamp, Art-Deco, Modernist, Cubist, circular base placed on 3 wooden ball feet

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

AN ART-DECO MODERNIST Wooden FLOOR LAMP in CHARLES DUDOUYT Style, France 1930

H 66.93 in Dm 18.9 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Alabaster, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Exhibited at Original antique show ( Miami beach ) and Palm beach "American

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Alabaster, 1930

H 75.6 in Dm 17.33 in

Pair Floor Lamps Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Chrome and Glass

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 Floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair Floor Lamps Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Chrome and Glass

H 68.51 in Dm 19.69 in

Brass and Marble Regency Floor Lamp with Shade , Circa 1930

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Regency brass floor with bottom marble accented base and fluted center column. The lamp comes with

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Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

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Marble, Brass

Brass and Marble Regency Floor Lamp with Shade , Circa 1930

H 67 in Dm 13 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, Germany, Materials: Marble and Original Chromed Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: Materials: Marble and original chromed bronze It is in its original

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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, Germany, Materials: Marble and Original Chromed Bronze

H 73.63 in W 31.5 in D 64.97 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials, Wood, Glass and Chrome Bronze

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Materials: wood, glass and chrome bronze France 1930 You want to live in the

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Glass, Wood

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, France, Materials, Wood, Glass and Chrome Bronze

H 70.87 in Dm 15.75 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Glass, Wood and Chrome, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Glass, Wood and Chrome, 1930

H 75.6 in Dm 18.9 in

A NEO-CLASSICAL ART DECO MODERNIST Copper FLOOR LAMP by PETITOT, France 1930

By Atelier Petitot

Located in PARIS, FR

A spectacular and luxurious floor lamp, Art-Deco, Modernist, Cubist, Constructivist, copper-plated

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Copper

A NEO-CLASSICAL ART DECO MODERNIST Copper FLOOR LAMP by PETITOT, France 1930

H 68.12 in Dm 25.6 in

Art Deco Floor Lamp Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930

By Jindrich Halabala

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of metal, chrome, glass, wood - Re-polished - Fully functional - Good, original condition.

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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Floor Lamp Designed by Jindrich Halabala, 1930

H 70.08 in W 24.81 in D 13.39 in

Art Deco Floor Lamp with Side Table, Walnut and Chrome, France, circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Art Deco floor lamp with side table from France about 1930. Walnut veneered and solid, hand

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Floor Lamp with Side Table, Walnut and Chrome, France, circa 1930

H 74.41 in W 22.45 in D 10.83 in

Rare Pair of French Art Deco Floor Lamps by Dominique, 1930's

By Maison Dominique

Located in New York, NY

Important, Elegant pair of French late Art Deco Floor lamps by Dominique in lacquered wood with

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Pair of French Art Deco Floor Lamps by Dominique, 1930's

H 66 in W 19.75 in D 19.75 in

Pair Floor Lamps Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Chrome and glass tubes

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 Floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair Floor Lamps Art Deco 1930, France, Materials: Wood, Chrome and glass tubes

H 75.2 in Dm 18.51 in

Big Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Alabaster, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Exhibited at Original antique show ( Miami beach ) and Palm beach "American

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Chrome

Big Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps, France, Materials: Wood and Alabaster, 1930

H 75.01 in Dm 15.75 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamp Staggere, France, Materials: Glass and Chrome, 1930

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

2 floor lamps Art Deco Materials: wood, glass, chrome France 1930 You want to live in the golden

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamp Staggere, France, Materials: Glass and Chrome, 1930

H 74.81 in Dm 17.33 in

1930 Swedish Designer Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp In Walnut With Silk Satin Shade

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Beautiful Swedish designer floor lamp from the Art Deco period 1930s made of walnut. The floor lamp

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1930 Swedish Designer Art Deco Wooden Floor Lamp In Walnut With Silk Satin Shade

H 49.22 in W 11.03 in D 17.72 in

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At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1930 floor lamp for your home. Each 1930 floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and brass. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer 1930 floor lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1930 floor lamp made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 1930 floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Poul Henningsen, Jindrich Halabala and Pietro Chiesa are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a 1930 Floor Lamp?

Prices for a 1930 floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $100 and can go as high as $290,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,780.

Finding the Right floor-lamps for You

The modern floor lamp is an evolution of torchères — tall floor candelabras that originated in France as a revolutionary development in lighting homes toward the end of the 17th century. Owing to the advent of electricity and the introduction of new materials as a part of lighting design, floor lamps have taken on new forms and configurations over the years.

In the early 1920s, Art Deco lighting artisans worked with dark woods and modern metals, introducing unique designs that still inspire the look of modern floor lamps developed by contemporary firms such as Luxxu.

Popular mid-century floor lamps include everything from the enchanting fixtures by the Italian lighting artisans at Stilnovo to the distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamp created by Scandinavian design pioneer Greta Magnusson-Grossman to the Paracarro floor lamp by the Venetian master glass workers at Mazzega. Among the more celebrated names in mid-century lighting design are Milanese innovators Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, who, along with their eldest brother, Livio, worked for their own firm as architects and designers. While Livio departed the practice in 1952, Achille and Pier Giacomo would go on to design the Arco floor lamp, the Toio floor lamp and more for legendary lighting brands such as FLOS.

Today’s upscale interiors frequently integrate the otherworldly custom lighting solutions created by a wealth of contemporary firms and designers such as Spain’s Masquespacio, whose Wink floor lamps integrate gold as well as fabric fringes.

Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space. Find yours now on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1930 Floor Lamp

What are floor lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a torchiere floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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