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.

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.

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 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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Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

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Gun Metal and Brass Floor Lamp, French Work, Circa 1970

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By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Located in Lisboa, PT

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Modern Sublime Arc Floor Lamp. Gun Metal Marble, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

H 72.84 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in

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By Tommi Parzinger

Located in North Miami, FL

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Pair of Maison Jansen Style French Brass, Gun Metal & Crystal 3-Arm Floor Lamp

By Maison Jansen

Located in Miami, FL

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Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Floor Lamps

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Pair of Maison Jansen Style French Brass, Gun Metal & Crystal 3-Arm Floor Lamp

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By Paul Laszlo

Located in New York, NY

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in Miami, FL

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Max Sauze, Black Orion, Floor Lamp

By Max Sauze

Located in Geneve, CH

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J14 Floor lamp by Joseph-André Motte

By Joseph-André Motte, Disderot

Located in Brussels, BE

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H 72 in Dm 8 in

Hansen Aluminum and Enameled Brass Floor Lamp

By Hansen Lighting Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Hansen Aluminum and Enameled Brass Floor Lamp

H 48 in W 12 in D 12 in

Adjustable Floor Lamp Model Faro by Guzzini, Italy 70s

By Harvey Guzzini, iGuzzini

Located in Lucija, SI

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Adjustable Floor Lamp Model Faro by Guzzini, Italy 70s

H 63.78 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

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By Karl Springer

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

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Mid-Century Industrial Style Leather and Steel Floor Lamp

H 61.5 in W 8.5 in D 9 in

Quirky Hunting & Shooting Floor Lamp A great piece made by a blacksmith

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

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Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Enameled Steel Floor Lamps, 1970

Located in New York, NY

Pair of French Mid-Century Modern stainless steel standing lamps that have been enameled in gun

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Pair of French Mid-Century Modern Enameled Steel Floor Lamps, 1970

H 69 in Dm 12 in

Original J14 Floor Lamp by Joseph-Andre Motte for Disderot circa 1958

By Joseph-André Motte, Disderot

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Vintage floor lamp by the famous designer Joseph-Andree Motte, named J14 this piece is made of a

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Original J14 Floor Lamp by Joseph-Andre Motte for Disderot circa 1958

H 64.18 in Dm 12.6 in

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By Slamp, Zanini de Zanine

Located in Pomezia, Rome

. Sixty petals surround a satin sphere illuminated from its core. The lamp is available both as a

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SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Copper by Zanini De Zanine

H 66.93 in Dm 19.69 in

SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Silver by Zanini De Zanine

By Slamp, Zanini de Zanine

Located in Pomezia, Rome

. Sixty petals surround a satin sphere illuminated from its core. The lamp is available both as a

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SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Silver by Zanini De Zanine

H 66.93 in Dm 19.69 in

SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Pewter by Zanini De Zanine

By Slamp, Zanini de Zanine

Located in Pomezia, Rome

. Sixty petals surround a satin sphere illuminated from its core. The lamp is available both as a

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SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Pewter by Zanini De Zanine

H 66.93 in Dm 19.69 in

SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Gold by Zanini De Zanine

By Slamp, Zanini de Zanine

Located in Pomezia, Rome

. Sixty petals surround a satin sphere illuminated from its core. The lamp is available both as a

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SLAMP Flora Floor Light in Gold by Zanini De Zanine

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Large Mid-Century Modern "Diabolo" Standing Lamp by Maison Lunel, Silk - France

By Lunel

Located in Girona, ES

Large "Diabolo" standing lamp with a triangular base in solid steel with a gun barrel patina

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Large Mid-Century Modern "Diabolo" Standing Lamp by Maison Lunel, Silk - France

H 72.45 in W 17.72 in D 25.2 in

'GunBall Ring Machine', 18K Gold, one-of-a-kind, by Christopher Kreiling

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The 'Gun Ball Ring Machine' is a one-of-a-kind lamp and sculpture. The idea is to take guns and

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'GunBall Ring Machine', 18K Gold, one-of-a-kind, by Christopher Kreiling

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Karl Springer Pair of Bullet Lights

By Karl Springer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Karl Springer Pair of Bullet Lights

H 14 in Dm 6.5 in

'GunBall Machine', 18K Gold, one-of-a-kind, by Christopher Kreiling

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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'GunBall Machine', 18K Gold, one-of-a-kind, by Christopher Kreiling

H 25 in W 12 in D 12 in

Philippe Starck Ara Table Lamp in Polished Chromed Metal by Flos 1988

By Flos, Philippe Starck

Located in Montecatini Terme, IT

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Philippe Starck Ara Table Lamp in Polished Chromed Metal by Flos 1988

H 22.25 in Dm 6.89 in

Pair of Brass Table Lamps by Maison Arlus for Maison Jansen, France, 1950s

By Maison Jansen, Arlus

Located in London, GB

brass finish and gun barrel patina. Rewired with black cotton-insulated cable Burgundy lamp shade with

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Pair of Brass Table Lamps by Maison Arlus for Maison Jansen, France, 1950s

H 20.48 in Dm 7.49 in

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Gun metal uplighter floor lamp by Jacques Grange for Maison Meilleur for YSL

H 63 in Dm 12.6 in

Karl Springer Pair of Swing Arm Floor Lamps in Brass and Gun Metal 1970s

By Karl Springer

Located in Miami, FL

A rare pair of swing arm floor lamps by Karl Springer. Rare and timeless gun metal and brass

Category

Vintage 1980s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Pair of Swing Arm Floor Lamps in Brass and Gun Metal 1970s

H 61 in Dm 12 in

Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp

By Jacques Adnet

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco Floor Lamp attributed to Jacques Adnet. Gun Metal with brass detail rings, brass

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp

H 62 in W 11 in D 11 in

Pair of Deknudt Reading Floor Lamps

By Deknudt

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of reading adjustable floor lamps by Deknudt, Belgium Two patinas, brass and gun

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Deknudt Reading Floor Lamps

H 56 in Dm 9 in

Adjustable, Swing-Arm Floor Lamps, Pair

Located in Pasadena, CA

This handsome pair of floor lamps are height-adjustable with swing-arms to direct lighting. The

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Adjustable, Swing-Arm Floor Lamps, Pair

H 56.5 in Dm 29.5 in

Pair of Maison Charles Style Silver Plated Floor Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French Maison Charles floor lamps, gun metal finish, the arched form tripartite base

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Maison Charles Style Silver Plated Floor Lamps

H 72.5 in W 12 in D 12 in

Emiel Veranneman Standard Tripod Floor Lamp, circa 1960, Belgium

By Emiel Veranneman

Located in Brussels, BE

Emiel Veranneman floor lamp, circa 1960, Belgium. Gun barrel patinated steel, new fabric shade

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Emiel Veranneman Standard Tripod Floor Lamp, circa 1960, Belgium

H 63.78 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

1930s Adjustable Paw Foot Floor Lamp with Green Glass Shade

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome 1930s American floor lamp with brass paw feet, from Horn & Brannen Manufacturing Co. of

Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

1930s Adjustable Paw Foot Floor Lamp with Green Glass Shade

H 62 in W 12.5 in D 20 in

1950s Floor Lamp in Brass and Lacquered Metal from Maison Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Floor lamp in lacquered metal and brass, consisting of a solid brass tripod foot, on which is fixed

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

1950s Floor Lamp in Brass and Lacquered Metal from Maison Arlus

H 61.42 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

1950s Floor Lamp in Brass and Lacquered Metal from Maison Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Floor lamp in lacquered metal and brass, consisting of a solid brass tripod foot, on which is fixed

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950s Floor Lamp in Brass and Lacquered Metal from Maison Arlus

H 61.42 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Vintage Italian Halogen Torchere

Located in Wilton, CT

Very fine true "Torch" style Italian Halogen floor lamp in a Gun Metal finish. Excellent condition

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Vintage Italian Halogen Torchere

H 72 in Dm 9 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Rod Torchieres in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

of five thick glass rods forming the stem, a circular tiered base and fittings in gun metal with

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Glass Rod Torchieres in the Manner of Karl Springer

H 75 in Dm 14 in

Brass Table Lamp Attributed to Maison Jansen, 1950s

By Maison Jansen, Arlus

Located in London, GB

1950s table lamp attributed to Maison Jansen with a golden brass finish and gun barrel patina

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass Table Lamp Attributed to Maison Jansen, 1950s

H 20.48 in Dm 7.49 in

*ON SALE* Lounge Gun Floor Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos

By Flos, Philippe Starck

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic machine gun floor lamp designed by Philippe Starck. Early production, new in box! Die

Category

Early 2000s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

ON SALE Lounge Gun Floor Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos

H 66.7 in Dm 22 in

Maison Lunel Brass & Gun Metal Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp France 1950s, Pair

By Lunel

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of two patinas brass & gun metal French floor lamp by Maison Lunel, circa 1955 come with black

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Maison Lunel Brass & Gun Metal Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp France 1950s, Pair

H 67 in W 14 in D 14 in

Pair of Maison Jansen Floor Lamp

By Maison Jansen

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Maison Jansen floor lamp. Adjustable and retractable. 2 patina, doré bronze and gun metal

Category

Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Pair of Maison Jansen Floor Lamp

H 58 in W 22 in D 11 in

1950s Floor Lamp by Maison Lunel, France

By Lunel

Located in London, GB

1950s floor lamp manufactured and edited by Maison Lunel, France Brass adjustable and swivel arm

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Floor Lamp by Maison Lunel, France

H 70.87 in W 16.54 in D 21.66 in

1950s Swinging Floor Lamp by Maison Lunel

By Lunel

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Floor lamp in gilt bronze and black lacquered metal consisting of a gilded bronze tripod on which

Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps

1950s Swinging Floor Lamp by Maison Lunel

H 68.51 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Lovely Pair of Stencilled Torchère Floor Lamps

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Unique pair of torchères in a gun metal grey patina having stencilled shades. The shade measures 10

Category

Vintage 1960s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lovely Pair of Stencilled Torchère Floor Lamps

H 66.5 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in

French 1940's Floor Lamp, Manner of Royere

By Jean Royère

Located in Doylestown, PA

A late 1940's modernist floor lamp in the style of Royere, in gun-metal and brass, with a tripod

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass

French 1940's Floor Lamp, Manner of Royere

H 66 in Dm 14 in

1930s Adjustable Paw Foot Floor Lamp with Green Accent Base and Shade

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome 1930s American floor lamp with brass paw feet, from Horn & Brannen Manufacturing Co. of

Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

1930s Adjustable Paw Foot Floor Lamp with Green Accent Base and Shade

H 62 in W 12.5 in D 20 in

Asymmetric Standing Lamp

Located in Girona, ES

Asymmetric standing lamp, "Gun Barrel" steel and polished brass, ivory cotton lampshade, France

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Asymmetric Standing Lamp

H 70.48 in W 14.18 in D 9.85 in

Philippe Starck "Lounge" Gun Floor Lamp for Flos

By Philippe Starck

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Created in 2005, the iconic Starck gun lamps (table and floor version) were created as a political

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Philippe Starck "Lounge" Gun Floor Lamp for Flos

H 71 in Dm 21.5 in

Bronze and Gun Metal French Floor Lamp

Located in Hoboken, NJ

Bronze and gun metal floor lamp, with parchment shade. French, late 1940s. Overall height 66", base

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Bronze and Gun Metal French Floor Lamp

H 66 in W 12 in D 12 in

Gun Metal Finished Floor Lamps With Swivel Shades

Located in New York, NY

Pair of gun metal finished floor lamps with round swivel shades and brass accents.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Gun Metal Finished Floor Lamps With Swivel Shades

H 47 in Dm 10 in

Bronze With Gun Metal Finish Floor Lamp, C. 1970

Located in Dallas, TX

Bronze with gun metal finish floor lamp, c. 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Bronze With Gun Metal Finish Floor Lamp, C. 1970

French Bronze and Gun Metal Floor Lamp with Star Base, circa 1940

Located in Dallas, TX

French bronze and gun metal floor lamp with star base

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

French Bronze and Gun Metal Floor Lamp with Star Base, circa 1940

H 66 in Dm 20 in

Edwardian Mahogany Floor Lamp in Solid Mahogany in the Gun Barrel Style

Located in Uppingham, Rutland

Nice quality Edwardian mahogany standard lamp with a turned "gun barrel" style column and typical

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Floor Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Floor Lamp in Solid Mahogany in the Gun Barrel Style

H 51.19 in Dm 14.18 in

Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sophisticated floor lamp in bamboo form with gun metal finish, brass disks and embellishments. Four

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp

H 63 in Dm 16 in

Gun Metal and Bronze Star Base Standing Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal, lacquered iron, and bronze standing lamp, with four pointed star base, the central

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Bronze

Gun Metal and Bronze Star Base Standing Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 65 in Dm 16 in

American Walnut Rifle Stock Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

vintage walnut floor lamp fashioned out of two gun stocks

Category

Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

American Walnut Rifle Stock Floor Lamp

H 58 in

A Karl Springer Gun Metal Torchiere.

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

The Tall Cylindrical stem with Luicte at the top and bottom, raised on a flat disc, supporting a semi-circular bowl.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

A Karl Springer Gun Metal Torchiere.

H 71 in Dm 18 in

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 66 in Dm 16 in

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 66 in Dm 16 in

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 66 in Dm 16 in

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Bronze, Iron

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 66 in Dm 16 in

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal and bronze star base floor lamp, the column having regularly spaced small bronze discs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron, Steel

Star Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 66 in Dm 16 in

Tripod Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal steel and bronze tripod base column floor lamp, the column having evenly spaced brass

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Tripod Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 60 in Dm 16 in

Tripod Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gun metal steel and bronze tripod base column floor lamp, the column having evenly spaced brass

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Tripod Base Floor Lamp by Jacques Adnet

H 60 in Dm 16 in

Harvey Guzzini ‘Faro’ Floor Lamp for Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

By Guzzini, Harvey Guzzini

Located in Enschede, NL

Rare and superb midcentury floor lamp, model Faro designed by Harvey Guzzini and produced in Italy

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Harvey Guzzini ‘Faro’ Floor Lamp for Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

H 63 in Dm 13 in

Pair of Floorlamps by Adnet

Located in Newburgh, NY

Gun barrel patina floorlamps with gilded accents, new shades. adjustable in lenght

Category

French Floor Lamps

Pair of Floorlamps by Adnet

H 65 in Dm 20 in

A Pair Of Post Modern Nickel Plated Torchieres By Walter Prosper C. 1980

By Walter Prosper

Located in Palm Springs, CA

necessary stability. The 3/4 shaped "ball" just below the dish is plated in a slightly gun metal finished

Category

Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps

A Pair Of Post Modern Nickel Plated Torchieres By Walter Prosper C. 1980

H 78 in Dm 24 in

Philippe Starck Gun Floor Lamp for Flos

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Hudson, NY

18-karat gold-plated base, designed by Philippe Starck in 2005. Matte black plasticized paper shade with a gold silk screened internal.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Philippe Starck Gun Floor Lamp for Flos

H 66.7 in Dm 22 in

Guns Lounge by Philipe Starck

By Flos, Philippe Starck

Located in Morristown, NJ

1st generation lounge M16 gun floor lamp by Flos designed by Philippe Starck in 2005, provides

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Streamlined Moderne Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate

Guns Lounge by Philipe Starck

H 66.7 in W 22 in D 17 in

Chrome Gun Lounge Floor Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos, Italy Modern

By Flos, Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

only weapon, so I use it to speak about what I think is important." -Philippe Starck. Table gun

Category

Early 2000s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Chrome Gun Lounge Floor Lamp by Philippe Starck for Flos, Italy Modern

H 66.7 in Dm 17 in

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Gun Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic gun floor lamp available at 1stDibs. A gun floor lamp — often made from metal, brass and aluminum — can elevate any home. Find 10 options for an antique or vintage gun floor lamp now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a gun floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A gun floor lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made gun floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Flos, Philippe Starck and Christopher Kreiling are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Gun Floor Lamp?

Prices for a gun floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $418 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,700.

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 Gun Floor Lamp

What are floor lamps?
1 Answer
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.
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?
1 Answer
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.
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 a good bright floor lamp?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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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