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Italian Mid-Century Curved Floor Lamp with Two Lights and Marble Base, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century curved floor lamp with two lights and marble base, 1950s Curved floor lamp
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Nun 'Curve' Floor Lamp in the Manner of Pierre Chareau
Located in Glendale, CA
Nun 'Curve' floor lamp in the manner of Pierre Chareau. The Nun “curve” floor lamp is the single
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Steel

Civilised Primitives Curved Floor Lamp
By Kiki van Eijk, Kiki & Joost
Located in Eindhoven, NL
mirror, candleholder, floor lamp and pendant lamp do enrich the collection. The three rough sides have
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Civilised Primitives Curved Floor Lamp
Civilised Primitives Curved Floor Lamp
H 76.38 in W 66.93 in D 21.26 in
Wooden & Brass Mid-Century Curved Floor Lamp in the Manner of Rispal
By Rispal
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Sculptural wooden structure with brass lamp holder and blue navy fabric shade. This floor lamp was
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Houseof Curved Floor Lamp with Olive Green Marble Base, Metal and Glass Shade
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
Deeply coloured and luxurious olive green marble anchors this sculptural lamp. With curved brass
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2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Jacques Adnet Green Leather and Brass Floor Lamp, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome curved floor lamp completely wrapped in a deep green leather by French designer Jacques
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass, Iron

B.A.R.E Series, 'Single Curved' Copper Floor Lamp by Lucas Muñoz Muñoz
By Lucas Muñoz Muñoz
Located in Madrid, ES
B.A.R.E 'Single Curved' Floor Lamp is a piece that forms part of the serie Brick, Appliances, Rods
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2010s Spanish Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Floor lamp Studio B.B.P.R Gian Luigi Banfi; Ludovico Barbiano di Belgiojoso
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
A large organically shaped and curved floor lamp, designed by an unknown Italian modernist designer
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Green-Yellow French Pair of Similar Vintage Tall Metal Table Lamps
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
good condition. The slightly curved floor lamps are composed with a new white shade, enhanced by
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Curved Italian Walnut Floor Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beautiful Italian floor lamp with an arced walnut frame and paper shade suspended from a brass
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Curved Italian Walnut Floor Lamp
Curved Italian Walnut Floor Lamp
H 67 in W 24 in D 60 in
Italian 1970s Curved Beech Arc Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
A statement floor lamp in curved beech with two prong base and original, string-bound parchment
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Late 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Beech, Parchment Paper

Italian 1970s Curved Beech Arc Floor Lamp
Italian 1970s Curved Beech Arc Floor Lamp
H 66.93 in W 23.63 in D 55.12 in
Danish Curved Brass Floor Lamp, Denmark ca 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This eccentric mid-century floor lamp combines a classical shape reimagined with carefully thought
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Laurel Floor Lamp Mushroom Frosted Glass Shade
By Laurel Lamp Company
Located in Forest Hills, NY
detail, the Laurel Floor Lamp showcases the sleek lines and organic curves characteristic of the 1960s
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Dutch Curved Mid-Century Floor Lamp with Mercury Shade
Located in London, GB
A curvy floor lamp on a tripod base. Brought in Holland. Holland, c1960s. Paired with
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Floor Lamp, Curve Light by Sabine Marcelis, Green
By Sabine Marcelis
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Etage Projects is proud to unveil the new light by the resin-whisperer Sabine Marcelis. The Curve
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2010s Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

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Resin

Unusual Chrome Floor Lamp Extension Curved Arm Articulated Round Top
Located in Miami, FL
Unusual curved design for this chrome floor lamp, the curved arm is extendable and the round top is
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Maison Charles Floor Lamps with Curved Stainless Shades
By Maison Charles
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very nice floor lamps by Maison Charles with adjustable shade.This typical design by Maison Charles
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Stainless Steel

Machine Age Art Deco Chrome Floor Lamp of Exaggerated Curved Form
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in New York, NY
Machine Age, Art Deco chrome floor lamp having a dramatic curved vertical element with adjustable
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Mid-20th Century American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Jan Wickelgren Curved Brass Floor Lamp for Aneta Belysning AB, Sweden 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
brass floor lamp features a distinctively curved structure and a uniquely layered shade. The design is
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Atlantide Floor Lamp
By Il Paralume Marina
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite floor lamp is part of the Atlantide collection, evoking the depth of the mythical
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2010s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Metal

Atlantide Floor Lamp
Atlantide Floor Lamp
H 59.85 in W 19.3 in D 8.67 in
Arredoluce Floor Lamp
By Arredoluce
Located in San Francisco, CA
A tall floor lamp made by Arredoluce with brass arms and a travertine base. Attached frosted glass
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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

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Travertine, Brass

Arredoluce Floor Lamp
Arredoluce Floor Lamp
H 85 in Dm 20.5 in
Pumpkin Floor Lamp
By Zanaboni Edizioni
Located in Milan, IT
An exercise in balance, this striking floor lamp is composed of a slim, brass stem resting on
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2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pumpkin Floor Lamp
H 58.27 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Gabriel Floor Lamp
By Aiardini
Located in Milan, IT
A striking addition to any corner of the home, this luxurious floor lamp boasts classic inspiration
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2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Gabriel Floor Lamp
H 66.93 in W 17.72 in D 21.66 in
Zaniath Floor Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant and modern, this floor lamp features geometric shapes and a sophisticated silhouette
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Zaniath Floor Lamp
Zaniath Floor Lamp
H 63 in W 29.53 in D 14.97 in
Megrez Floor Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
This striking floor lamp is entirely made in metal and features a cylindrical base finished with a
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Megrez Floor Lamp
Megrez Floor Lamp
H 59.85 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Nihal Floor Lamp
By Lumis Fine Lighting 1
Located in Milan, IT
Straight elements and curved shapes alternate in this elegant lamp made entirely in metal and
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

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Metal

Nihal Floor Lamp
Nihal Floor Lamp
H 59.06 in W 22.45 in D 14.97 in
Floor Lamp Curva
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Floor Lamps

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Steel

Floor Lamp Curva
Floor Lamp Curva
H 63 in W 10.63 in D 14.97 in
Essenza Floor Lamp
Located in Fermo, FM
Essenza is a really functional and minimalist handcraft lamp made with a curved metal tube from the
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Essenza Floor Lamp
Essenza Floor Lamp
H 94.49 in Dm 0.63 in
Essenza Floor Lamp
Located in Fermo, FM
Essenza is a really functional and minimalist handcraft lamp made with a curved metal tube from the
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Essenza Floor Lamp
Essenza Floor Lamp
H 94.49 in Dm 0.63 in
Bamboo Floor Lamp
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in New York, NY
Curved bamboo on formica base, in original working condition. Vintage shade not included.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo

Bamboo Floor Lamp
Bamboo Floor Lamp
H 62 in W 14 in D 14 in
Mads Caprani Floor Lamps
By Caprani Light AS
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Authentic Mads Caprani Floor Lamps. 2 available. Curved bentwood on a cast-iron crescent foot. The
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Fabric, Wood

Mads Caprani Floor Lamps
Mads Caprani Floor Lamps
H 60 in W 22 in D 27 in
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
Located in Karlstad, SE
Majestic gooseneck floor lamp manufactured in Sweden, 1930s. This floor lamp consists of a
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
H 63.78 in W 23.63 in D 35.44 in
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
Located in Karlstad, SE
Majestic gooseneck floor lamp manufactured in Sweden, 1930s. This floor lamp consists of a
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
Swedish Modern Floor Lamp
H 63.78 in W 23.63 in D 31.5 in
Prop Floor Lamp Walnut
By Joost van Bleiswijk, Kiki & Joost
Located in Eindhoven, NL
With an expressive design recalling the shape of a paper ball, Prop lamp is a collection of
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Prop Floor Lamp Walnut
Prop Floor Lamp Walnut
H 47.25 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Zinc Floor Lamp Curva
By Cultivado em Casa
Located in Floresta, MG
A common item in steel houses, the 180º curve is the starting point for the development of the
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Zinc

Zinc Floor Lamp Curva
Zinc Floor Lamp Curva
H 63 in W 10.63 in D 14.97 in
Swedish Grace floor lamp, 1930s
Located in Göteborg, SE
This elegantly designed floor lamp from the 1930s is a true work of art of its time. Crafted from
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Grace floor lamp, 1930s
Swedish Grace floor lamp, 1930s
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H 62.21 in Dm 19.69 in
1940s French Metal Floor Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Illuminate your space with the classic elegance of this 1940s French Metal Floor Lamp. Hailing from
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Mid-20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1940s French Metal Floor Lamp
1940s French Metal Floor Lamp
H 28 in W 19.7 in D 70.9 in
Mid-Century Chrome Floor Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
This unique vintage French floor lamp, a funky icon of the 50s and 60s, boasts a distinctive
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Floor Lamp
Mid-Century Chrome Floor Lamp
H 89 in W 20.75 in D 41.125 in
Sculptural "Shroom" Rattan Floor Lamp
Located in Oxford, GB
This stunning rattan floor lamp is an exquisite mid-century modern piece, expertly crafted with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

Sculptural "Shroom" Rattan Floor Lamp
Sculptural "Shroom" Rattan Floor Lamp
H 63 in W 27.56 in D 13.78 in
Industrial Pair of Floor Lamps
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Amazing pair of Industrial floor lamps. Well kept and well made. Nice curved design with working
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Vintage 1970s American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Industrial Pair of Floor Lamps
Industrial Pair of Floor Lamps
H 41 in W 8 in D 25 in
Alexallen Studio, "Cane", Floor Lamp
By AlexAllen Studio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cane is the first floor lamp in AlexAllen Studio's expanding lighting collection. Building off the
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2010s North American Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Limestone, Aluminum

Wave Lamp on Sticks Contemporary Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
fuses geometric shapes with natural curves. Dimension: 112 x 52 x 167 H cm Additional info
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2010s British Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Nylon

Wave Lamp on Sticks Contemporary Floor Lamp
Wave Lamp on Sticks Contemporary Floor Lamp
H 65.75 in W 44.1 in D 20.48 in
Floor Lamp 'Arenzano' / Ignazio Gardella
By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant floor lamp, designed by Ignazio Gardella in 1956, consists of a brass stem held by a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

'Timberline' Floor Lamp for GUBI
By Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
. The delicate curve of the stem and white canvas shade make the Timberline floor lamp idea for reading
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

'Timberline' Floor Lamp for GUBI
'Timberline' Floor Lamp for GUBI
H 59.8 in W 21.6 in D 26.7 in
Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Dronten, NL
This beautiful floor light features thee hand-riveted shades, each formed from delicate, lacquered
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809
Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809
H 66.15 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Floor Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Midcentury floor lamp, made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960s. Chrome-plated curved
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Floor Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Midcentury Floor Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
H 48.82 in W 16.15 in D 10.24 in
Big Wiggle Sculptural Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
contemporary lighting design. Handcrafted with precision and passion, this whimsical spiral floor lamp is an
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2010s American Floor Lamps

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Cement, Steel

Big Wiggle Sculptural Floor Lamp
Big Wiggle Sculptural Floor Lamp
H 74 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in
Poul Henningsen PH Floor Lamp
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in Berkeley, CA
different models have been produced over the years and consisted of table, floor and wall lamps, as well as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Frame Light Contemporary Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
shapes with natural curves. Dimension: 44 x 36 x 117 H cm Additional info: Materials: Waste
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2010s British Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Nylon

Frame Light Contemporary Floor Lamp
Frame Light Contemporary Floor Lamp
H 65.75 in W 44.1 in D 20.48 in
Tiffany Studios Wave Glass Floor Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exceptional floor lamp by Tiffany Studios features an iconic dome shade crafted from the
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20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios Wave Glass Floor Lamp
Tiffany Studios Wave Glass Floor Lamp
H 55.5 in W 14 in D 12.25 in
Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
Located in London, GB
as the distinctive curves of the bulb holder, highlight the personality of the piece. This floor
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
H 75.6 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
Located in London, GB
. The base, stem and distinctive curved bulb holder of this lamp are richly patinated. The brass appears
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
Telescopic Brass Floor Lamp, Danish, 1940s
H 65.75 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Cedric Hartman Stainless Steel Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
classic. The modernist floor lamp features a triangular stainless steel shade attached to a curved
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

20th Century Danish Wooden Floor Lamp
Located in High Point, NC
Illuminate your living space with the understated elegance of this 20th Century Danish Wooden Floor
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20th Century Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

20th Century Danish Wooden Floor Lamp
20th Century Danish Wooden Floor Lamp
H 56.2 in W 11.7 in D 11.7 in
Pill Floor Lamp by Matteo Zorzenoni
By MM Lampadari, Matteo Zorzenoni
Located in Milan, IT
shade, this floor lamp is an elegant object of functional decor that will imbue with sophistication a
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2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pill Floor Lamp by Matteo Zorzenoni
Pill Floor Lamp by Matteo Zorzenoni
H 69.3 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Opinion Ciatti LAlampada Small Floor Lamp
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lamp. With its curved circular shapes, a spherical diffuser and circular disks that composed the base
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Spanish 1950s Gilt Iron Floor Lamp
Located in Buchanan, NY
Introducing a unique Spanish 1950s gilt iron floor lamp that adds a touch of elegance to any space
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Gothic Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Spanish 1950s Gilt Iron Floor Lamp
Spanish 1950s Gilt Iron Floor Lamp
H 63 in W 11 in D 11 in
“Ersa” Floor Lamp, Antique Gold Finish
By Benediko
Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE
Designed as a practical and versatile floor lamp, with a smooth curve and long stem. Steel with
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Natural Maple Floor Lamp, Altmar II
By Heather Shoon, Aaron Shoon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Altmar II floor lamp pairs a warm, curving disc of figured maple, with a spare, vertical form
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21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Artemide Cadmo Floor Lamp in White
By Karim Rashid, Artemide
Located in Hicksville, NY
emits diffused light along the vertical aperture of the lamp. Floor and wall versions in color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Metal

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Curved Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of curved floor lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all curved floor lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 30 antique and vintage curved floor lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of curved floor lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern curved floor lamps are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large curved floor lamps, so small curved floor lamps measuring 8 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Curved floor lamps have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Alsy Manufacturing, Mario Bellini and Flos are consistently popular.

How Much are Curved Floor Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,500, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $34,648 highest priced.

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 Curved Floor Lamps
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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