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.

Minimalistic Floor Lamp

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Minimalist Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Metal

Minimalistic Floor Lamp by Belux, Switzerland, 1980s

H 59.06 in W 25.6 in D 7.09 in

Minimalistic Floor Lamp "Flight Shadows" Modern Stainless Steel Lighting

By Artem Zakharchenko-Halytskyi

Located in Vilnius, LT

: floor lamp Material: Steel rods, textile Overall dimensions: 1450 mm x 450 mm x 450 mm Light source: LED

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Minimalistic Floor Lamp "Flight Shadows" Modern Stainless Steel Lighting

H 57.09 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Midcentury Floor Lamp by Kamenicky Senov, 1970s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

Minimalistic floor lamp made by Kamenicky Senov in Czechoslovakia in 1970s. Restored: perfect

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Midcentury Floor Lamp by Kamenicky Senov, 1970s

H 51.19 in Dm 8.27 in

‘Magneto’ Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, the Netherlands, 1954

By Artifort, H. Fillekes

Located in Antwerp, BE

Early ‘Magneto’ floor lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, The Netherlands 1954. This minimalistic

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

‘Magneto’ Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, the Netherlands, 1954

H 55.12 in W 63 in D 23.63 in

Beautiful Gio Ponti Floor Lamp, 1974

By Gio Ponti, Gioffredo Reggiani

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful and minimalistic Floor Lamp designed by Gio Ponti for Reggiani with an orange-bronze

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Stainless Steel

Beautiful Gio Ponti Floor Lamp, 1974

H 45.28 in Dm 5.91 in

Pair of Paavo Tynell Floor Lamps Model 9613 with Rattan Shades

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

A sleek pair of floor lamps by master designer Paavo Tynell. These minimalistic floor lamps model

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Pair of Paavo Tynell Floor Lamps Model 9613 with Rattan Shades

H 62.6 in W 11.82 in D 23.63 in

A Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9613 with Rattan Shade

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, FI

A sleek floor lamp by the master designer Paavo Tynell. This minimalistic floor lamp model 9613

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

A Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9613 with Rattan Shade

H 62.6 in W 11.82 in D 19.69 in

Moon Floor Lamp by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Moon is a minimalistic floor lamp inspired by minimal arts and industrial sculptures. The lamp is a

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2010s Danish Modern Floor Lamps

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Marble, Brass, Iron

Moon Floor Lamp by 101 Copenhagen

H 74.02 in W 25.6 in D 24.81 in

Giuseppe Ostuni Renato Forti 3306 floor lamp Oluce 1955

By Renato Forti, Giuseppe Ostuni

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

manufactured by Oluce, Italy 1955. This minimalistic floor lamp has a matt nickel-plated frame with heavy

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Nickel

Giuseppe Ostuni Renato Forti 3306 floor lamp Oluce 1955

H 66.15 in Dm 11.82 in

Stilnovo Bruno Gatta standard floor lamp Italy 1951

By Stilnovo

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice and minimalistic floor lamp designed by Bruno Gatta and manufactured by Stilnovo, Italy

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Stilnovo Bruno Gatta standard floor lamp Italy 1951

H 68.9 in Dm 11.82 in

Stilnovo floor lamp in marble brass and glass Italy 1960

By Stilnovo

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice minimalistic floor lamp designed and made by Stilnovo, Italy 1960. The lamp has a very

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Stilnovo floor lamp in marble brass and glass Italy 1960

H 63 in Dm 11.82 in

Stylish Minimalistic Contemporary Floor Lamp Glass Edition

Located in Vilnius, LT

Mid floor lighting. Product name: Mid Glass F Category: Lighting Type: Floor lamp Material

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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Minimalist Floor Lamps

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Concrete, Aluminum, Steel

Stylish Minimalistic Contemporary Floor Lamp Glass Edition

H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 3.94 in

IKEA Minimalistic Very Tall Floor Lamp, 1980s

By IKEA

Located in Praha, CZ

Very tall floor lamp by IKEA. Estimated date of production: 1980s Brass stand with nice age patina

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Vintage 1980s Swedish Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

IKEA Minimalistic Very Tall Floor Lamp, 1980s

H 81.5 in Dm 13.78 in

Minimalistic Abo Randers Floor Lamp, Denmark 1970's

By ABO Randers A/S

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Counter balance, adjustable, chrome floor lamp by Abo Randers. The floor lamp uses a small TL light

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Minimalistic Abo Randers Floor Lamp, Denmark 1970's

H 47.25 in W 13 in D 15.75 in

Floor Lamp Lighting Straw Marquetry Inlay Minimalistic Collectible Biomaterials

By Oleksandra Rudenko

Located in Warsaw, PL

. Roots of Home collection consists of the small and middle table lamps and a floor lamp. The lamp top is

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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

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Metal

Floor Lamp Lighting Straw Marquetry Inlay Minimalistic Collectible Biomaterials

H 59.06 in Dm 31.5 in

Minimalistic 2 Spotlight Floor Lamp by Niek Hiemstra for Evolux, 1970s

By Niek Hiemstra

Located in MIJDRECHT, NL

Minimalists 2 spotlight floor lamp by Niek Hiemstra for Hiemstra Evolux, 1970s Hiemstra

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Minimalist Floor Lamps

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Metal

Minimalistic 2 Spotlight Floor Lamp by Niek Hiemstra for Evolux, 1970s

H 60.24 in W 17.72 in D 10.24 in

Minimalistic Metal and Sisal Floor Lamp Attrb. Ib Fabiansen, Denmark 1950's

By Ib Fabiansen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Black metal frame and a hemp/sisal lamp shade. Probably designed by Ib Fabiansen for Fog and Morup

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Minimalistic Metal and Sisal Floor Lamp Attrb. Ib Fabiansen, Denmark 1950's

H 59.06 in W 12.6 in D 14.18 in

Swedish Floor Lamp, 1930s

Located in Karlstad, SE

Lovely hand forged floor lamp manufactured in Sweden, 1930s. This type of lamp is commonly seen in

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Iron

Swedish Floor Lamp, 1930s

H 57.49 in W 17.72 in D 23.63 in

Mun Floor Lamp - Adjustable

By Stellar Works

Located in New York, NY

, takes shape in the form of a desk lamp, two types of floor lamps, pendants in s, m and large and a

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2010s Chinese Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Mun Floor Lamp - Adjustable

H 47 in W 7.7 in D 35 in

Mun Floor Lamp 170 (High)

By Stellar Works

Located in New York, NY

, takes shape in the form of a desk lamp, two types of floor lamps, pendants in s, m and large and a

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2010s Chinese Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Mun Floor Lamp 170 (High)

H 67 in Dm 13 in

Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamps by ASEA

By ASEA

Located in Karlstad, SE

Pair of floor lamps by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s. Beautiful lamps with a minimalistic design, where the

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamps by ASEA

H 55.91 in Dm 15.75 in

Artemide Ippolito 45 Floor Lamp

By Alessandro Pedretti, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

Although minimalistic, Ippolito has a decorative valence. Its contemporary full-bodied shape adds a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Artemide Ippolito 45 Floor Lamp

H 17.72 in Dm 7.88 in

Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp from the 1980s is a stylish lighting fixture that reflects the

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp 1980s

H 60 in Dm 16 in

Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp 1980s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp from the 1980s is a stylish lighting fixture that reflects the

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp 1980s

H 60 in Dm 16 in

Mid Century Stainless Steel Floor Lamp

Located in Doylestown, PA

Mid-Century Modern floor lamp in brushed stainless steel. The lamp features a modern

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

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Stainless Steel

Mid Century Stainless Steel Floor Lamp

H 54.75 in Dm 10 in

Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamp by ASEA

By ASEA

Located in Karlstad, SE

Stunning Floor lamp by ASEA, Sweden, 1950s. Beautiful lamp with a minimalistic design with

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Swedish Midcentury Floor Lamp by ASEA

H 57.09 in Dm 19.69 in

Sārava Floor Lamp by Studio Indigene

Located in Geneve, CH

Sārava Floor Lamp by Studio Indigene Dimensions: D 20.32 x W 20.32 x H 83.82 cm Materials: Teak

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2010s Indian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Sārava Floor Lamp by Studio Indigene

H 33.01 in W 8.01 in D 8.01 in

Scandinavian Midcentury Floor Lamp by ASEA, Sweden

By ASEA

Located in Karlstad, SE

Scandinavian midcentury floor lamp by ASEA, Sweden. This lamp consists of a blue/grey concave pole

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Midcentury Floor Lamp by ASEA, Sweden

H 51.19 in Dm 15.75 in

Two Kalmar Floor Lamps, Nickel Chrome, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Two floor lamps mod. 'Skop' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufactured in Austria in Mid-Century 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass, Chrome, Nickel

Two Kalmar Floor Lamps, Nickel Chrome, 1960s

H 57.09 in Dm 16.54 in

Louis Poulsen Yuh Floor Lamp by GamFratesi

By GamFratesi Design Studio, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

of the essential features of the lamp is to be personal. The light is flexible and taking up little

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Louis Poulsen Yuh Floor Lamp by GamFratesi

H 55.1 in Dm 9.4 in

FLOS Stylos Floor Lamp by Achille Castiglioni

By Flos, Achille Castiglioni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

First designed by Achille Castiglioni in 1984, the Stylos floor lamp illuminates with a striking

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

FLOS Stylos Floor Lamp by Achille Castiglioni

H 18.5 in Dm 22.83 in

Serge Mouille Large TOTEM Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Large TOTEM Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

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

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Aluminum

Serge Mouille Large TOTEM Column Floor Lamp

H 68.12 in Dm 3.15 in

1960s Oluce 'Spider' Floor Lamp by Joe Colombo

By Joe Colombo

Located in Toronto, CA

A minimalistic lamp designed by Joe Colombo for Oluce, the ‘Spider’ floor lamp features a stove

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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

1960s Oluce 'Spider' Floor Lamp by Joe Colombo

H 82 in W 14 in D 14 in

Mid- Century Modern Two-Tier Table Floor Lamp

Located in Plainview, NY

geometrical shape of the floor lamp. sturdy, functional. minimalistic in design , the two tier MCM floor lamp

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Mid- Century Modern Two-Tier Table Floor Lamp

H 61 in W 18 in D 12 in

1950's Italian Design Opaline Tripod Floor Lamp

By Stilnovo

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Italian Design in the manner of Stilnovo Tripod Floor Lamp. Made in Italy

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

1950's Italian Design Opaline Tripod Floor Lamp

H 69.69 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Cylinder Floor Lamp by Kristina Dam Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Cylinder floor lamp by Kristina Dam Studio Materials: Black steel. LED Lights. Dimensions: 14 x

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2010s Danish Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Cylinder Floor Lamp by Kristina Dam Studio

H 51.19 in W 9.85 in D 5.52 in

Agnoli Floor Lamp by Tito Agnoli for Oluce

By Tito Agnoli, Oluce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

example of minimalistic design, this model of floor lamp gives direct light. Its base is built with round

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

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Metal

Agnoli Floor Lamp by Tito Agnoli for Oluce

H 74.81 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Colombo Floor Lamp by Joe Colombo for Oluce

By Joe Colombo, Oluce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Colombo floor lamp by Joe Colombo for Oluce. This lamp gets its name from the designer who was one

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Colombo Floor Lamp by Joe Colombo for Oluce

H 80.71 in Dm 9.45 in

Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamp in Bronze, 1920s

Located in Karlstad, SE

Lovely art deco floor lamp, manufactured in Sweden, 1920s. The lamp consists of a base and rod in

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamp in Bronze, 1920s

H 46.07 in W 13.78 in D 8.67 in

Miguel Milá TMMC Floor Lamp Tramo, Spain, 1950

By Miguel Milà

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Rare floor TMC floor lamp designed by Miguel Milá and manufactured by Tramo, Spain 1950. This floor

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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal, Chrome

Miguel Milá TMMC Floor Lamp Tramo, Spain, 1950

H 67.33 in W 14.57 in D 12.21 in

Stilnovo Adjustable Floor Lamp in Perspex, Italy, 1950

By Stilnovo

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Minimalistic adjustable floor lamp designed and manufactured by Stilnovo, Italy, 1950. This floor

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Stilnovo Adjustable Floor Lamp in Perspex, Italy, 1950

H 66.54 in W 18.12 in D 16.54 in

Cityscape Floor Lamp by Paul Evans for Directional

By Paul Evans

Located in Atlanta, GA

A floor lamp in Cityscape series designed and made by Paul Evans for Directional, circa 1970s. In a

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass, Chrome

Cityscape Floor Lamp by Paul Evans for Directional

H 54 in W 16 in D 16 in

Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep

By Gino Sarfatti, Astep

Located in Glendale, CA

Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep. This Astep re-edition of Gino Sarfatti's iconic

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

Materials

Steel

Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep

H 66.14 in Dm 7.87 in

Floris Fiedeldij Unique Prototype Floor Lamp for Artimeta

By Floris H. Fiedeldij

Located in Tilburg, NL

Floris Fiedeldij Unique Prototype Floor Lamp for Artimeta, The Netherlands. This is a hand made

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

Materials

Metal

Floris Fiedeldij Unique Prototype Floor Lamp for Artimeta

H 50.4 in W 9.85 in D 17.33 in

Swedish Modern Uplight Floor Lamps in Brass by ASEA

By ASEA

Located in Karlstad, SE

Uplight floor lamp by ASEA, Sweden, 1940s. Beautiful lamp with a minimalistic design with

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Modern Uplight Floor Lamps in Brass by ASEA

H 64.57 in Dm 9.85 in

Rare Stilnovo Floor Lamp by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1954

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Den Haag, NL

Rare Stilnovo floor lamp by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1954. Typical minimalistic modernist Stilnovo

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare Stilnovo Floor Lamp by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1954

H 65.75 in W 11.42 in D 11.42 in

Large Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep

By Gino Sarfatti, Astep

Located in Glendale, CA

Large Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep. This Astep re-edition of Gino Sarfatti's

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

Materials

Steel

Large Gino Sarfatti Model 1081 Floor Lamp for Astep

H 71.65 in Dm 7.87 in

Preben Dal Floor Lamp by Hans Følsgaard, Denmark, 1963

By Preben Dahl

Located in Haderslev, DK

The X-Lamp as the model was named marks the new design era for nordic design. This floor lamp

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Preben Dal Floor Lamp by Hans Følsgaard, Denmark, 1963

H 48.43 in W 5.71 in D 7.68 in

Mid century Post Modern Daphine White Floor Lamp by Lumina

By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Minimalistic halogen Daphine floor lamp designed by Tommaso Cemini for lumina Italy. The lamp is

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid century Post Modern Daphine White Floor Lamp by Lumina

H 48 in W 12 in D 8 in

Floor Lamp Made by Arno Leuchten 1950s Berlin, Germany

Located in Haderslev, DK

A really special brass floor lamp made by Arno Leuchten, Berlin Germany 1950s. The original

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Floor Lamp Made by Arno Leuchten 1950s Berlin, Germany

H 51.97 in Dm 9.85 in

Tapio Wirkkala Adjustable Floor Lamp Model K10-11 by Idman

By Tapio Wirkkala, Idman

Located in Helsinki, FI

This example of the iconic Tapio Wirkkala floor lamp manufactured and stamped by Idman, retains all

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tapio Wirkkala Adjustable Floor Lamp Model K10-11 by Idman

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H 43.31 in W 7.09 in D 35.44 in

Tapio Wirkkala Adjustable Floor Lamp Model K10-11 by Idman

By Idman, Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Helsinki, FI

This example of the iconic Tapio Wirkkala floor lamp manufactured and stamped by Idman, retains all

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Tapio Wirkkala Adjustable Floor Lamp Model K10-11 by Idman

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H 43.31 in W 7.09 in D 35.44 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Small Totem Column Floor Lamp

By Editions Serge Mouille, Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Small Totem Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

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

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Small Totem Column Floor Lamp

H 46.07 in Dm 3.15 in

Set of Two Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps, Stockmann/Orno Oy, 1950s

By Stockmann-Orno

Located in Helsinki, FI

with age and use. Beautiful minimalistic design. The floor lamps are sold as a set.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps, Stockmann/Orno Oy, 1950s

H 57.88 in W 11.82 in D 16.93 in

Midcentury Lacquered Metal & Brass Floor Lamps by Alf Svensson for Bergboms

By Alf Svensson, Bergboms

Located in Stockholm, SE

Pair of very cool brass and red lacquered metal floors lamp by Alf Svensson. Minimalistic, distinct

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Lacquered Metal & Brass Floor Lamps by Alf Svensson for Bergboms

H 49.22 in Dm 15.75 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Adjustable Height Floor Lamp in Rosewood & Chrome

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A minimalistic Scandinavian floor lamp. The lamp features an adjustable height base with thin

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Danish Modern Adjustable Height Floor Lamp in Rosewood & Chrome

H 55 in Dm 18 in

21st Century Naginam N Floor Lamp in Metal by Studio rlon

By JCP UNIVERSE, Studio rlon

Located in Cantù, Lombardia

"Line and sphere are the protagonists in Naginam lamps. Within the framework of minimalistic

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

21st Century Naginam N Floor Lamp in Metal by Studio rlon

H 59.06 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Scottish, Mid-Century Floor Lamp and Library Table in Waxed Mahogany

Located in Glasgow, GB

MId-Century Floor Lamp/Side Table This handcrafted solid mahogany library table from 1950s

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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Sapele Wood

Scottish, Mid-Century Floor Lamp and Library Table in Waxed Mahogany

H 61.03 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

By Editions Serge Mouille, Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of floor lamp model 'Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

H 87.41 in W 13 in D 13 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Organic Metal Rattan Floor Lamp, 1960, Austria

Located in Vienna, AT

circa 1960. The floor lamp features a black lacquered minimalistic metal stand with a plastic string

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Vintage Organic Metal Rattan Floor Lamp, 1960, Austria

H 47.25 in Dm 27.56 in

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Minimalistic Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the minimalistic floor lamp you’re looking for. A minimalistic floor lamp — often made from metal, steel and chrome — can elevate any home. Find 11 options for an antique or vintage minimalistic floor lamp now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect minimalistic floor lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right minimalistic floor lamp, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Anvia, Asobi and Faye Toogood each produced at least one beautiful minimalistic floor lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Minimalistic Floor Lamp?

The average selling price for a minimalistic floor lamp at 1stDibs is $2,158, while they’re typically $398 on the low end and $28,627 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Minimalistic 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.
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?
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.
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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