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.

Suspension Floor Lamp

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

New Pair of Floor Lamp and Suspension Lamp in Resin Finished in Aged Natural

H 86.62 in Dm 39.38 in

New Suspension Hand Made Lamp

By Europa

Located in Madrid, ES

Suspension lamp General information Dimensions (cm): 242 x 42 x 42 Dimensions (in): 95.3 x 16.5 x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

New Suspension Hand Made Lamp

H 16.54 in W 95.28 in D 16.54 in

Oddysey Suspension Lamp by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

Oddysey Suspension Lamp by Memoir Essence Dimensions: D 65 x W 65 x H 180 cm. Materials: Brushed

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Oddysey Suspension Lamp by Memoir Essence

H 70.87 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Floor Lamp by Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

, lamps, sconces or floor lamps, many of the pieces published by Arlus borrow the same formal, sober and

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floor Lamp by Arlus

H 65.75 in Dm 29.93 in

New Suspension Lamp in Resin Finished in Pale Gold Color

By Europa

Located in Madrid, ES

Suspension lamp General information Dimensions (cm): 285 x 36 x 60 Dimensions (in): 112.2 x 14.2 x

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

New Suspension Lamp in Resin Finished in Pale Gold Color

H 23.63 in W 112.21 in D 35.44 in

Floor lamp by Lunel 1950

By Lunel

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

lacquered tubular metal or even brass in the creation of lighting fixtures. Suspensions, lamps, sconces or

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floor lamp by Lunel 1950

H 68.12 in Dm 17.72 in

"Membrane" table lamp by Tony Zuccheri for Venini circa 1960

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine, FR

declined in all ways possible, sconces, suspensions, floor lamp and this for exemple as a table lampe

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

"Membrane" table lamp by Tony Zuccheri for Venini circa 1960

H 21.66 in Dm 11.82 in

Opinion Ciatti LAlampada Small Floor Lamp

By Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

. Thanks to the various customisation options, coordinated and available in two sizes, the floor lamp is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Opinion Ciatti LAlampada Small Floor Lamp

24K Gold Exterior with Gold Painted Interior

Concrete Exterior with Silver Painted Interior

Bronze Exterior with Gold Painted Interior

+ 5 more

H 63.39 in Dm 17.72 in

Pair of Floor Lamps by Lunel

By Lunel

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

lacquered tubular metal or even brass in the creation of lighting fixtures. Suspensions, lamps, sconces or

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Floor Lamps by Lunel

H 70.48 in Dm 19.69 in

Daphne Brass Italian Floor Lamp by Esperia

By Cristina Celestino

Located in Geneve, CH

cm (table and wall lamp) - 30 cm (suspension and floor lamp) Materials: Satin Brass.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Daphne Brass Italian Floor Lamp by Esperia

H 61.03 in Dm 11.82 in

Daphne Brass Italian Floor Lamp by Esperia

By Esperia

Located in Geneve, CH

(table and wall lamp), 30 cm (suspension and floor lamp) Materials: Satin brass.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Daphne Brass Italian Floor Lamp by Esperia

H 61.03 in Dm 11.82 in

Artemide Tolomeo Lantern Outdoor Floor Lamp

By Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide, Michele de Lucchi

Located in Hicksville, NY

terraces or in domestic outdoor locations.” Michele De Lucchi. The iconic lamp comes in the floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Lantern Outdoor Floor Lamp

H 86.03 in W 5.75 in D 26.19 in

Pop Ivory and Polished Brass Floor Lamp

By Lampex

Located in Milan, IT

suspension versions, four table lamps, two wall sconces and three floor models. All designed and created with

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pop Ivory and Polished Brass Floor Lamp

H 68.9 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Pop Ivory and Dark Bronze Floor Lamp

By Lampex

Located in Milan, IT

suspension versions, four table lamps, two wall sconces and three floor models. All designed and created with

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pop Ivory and Dark Bronze Floor Lamp

H 68.9 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Vintage Original Denmark Floor Lamp Mads Caprani

Located in Baltimore, MD

Stunning mid century original, vintage bentwood, Danish floor lamp by Mads Caprani circa 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Original Denmark Floor Lamp Mads Caprani

H 59.63 in W 21.75 in D 26.88 in

Artemide Cabildo LED Floor Lamp in White

By Eric Sole, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

powerful light. White, painted die-cast aluminum body on a steel base. Cabildo is available in floor, wall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Artemide Cabildo LED Floor Lamp in White

H 72.05 in W 11.82 in D 16.15 in

Artemide Castore 42 Floor Lamp in White

By Huub Ubbens, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

. Available in table, floor and suspension with 2 different globe sizes: 35 & 42. Bulb not included. Only

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Artemide Castore 42 Floor Lamp in White

H 74.41 in Dm 16.54 in

Artemide Castore 35 Floor Lamp in White

By Huub Ubbens, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

. Available in table, floor and suspension with 2 different globe sizes: 35 & 42. Bulb not included. Only

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Artemide Castore 35 Floor Lamp in White

H 71.66 in Dm 13.78 in

SY-01 Suspension by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

SY-01 Suspension by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: L 170 cm Glass: 30 cm Materials: Wood and Glass

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Other

SY-01 Suspension by Jérôme Pereira

H 35.44 in W 66.93 in D 11.82 in

MOON F Large floor lamp by Davide Groppi

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

paper surface makes every lamp unique. Suspension and floor versions available. Available in different

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Paper

MOON F Large floor lamp by Davide Groppi

H 48.63 in Dm 47.25 in

MOON F Medium floor lamp by Davide Groppi

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

paper surface makes every lamp unique. Suspension and floor versions available. Available in different

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Paper

MOON F Medium floor lamp by Davide Groppi

H 31.7 in Dm 30.71 in

Arco Italian Floor Lamp Inspired the Iconic "Arco"

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Los Angeles, CA

suspension lamp that sits on the floor on an extremely heavy marble and metal-aluminum shade . Shipping to

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Arco Italian Floor Lamp Inspired the Iconic "Arco"

H 91 in W 14 in D 76 in

Firmamento Milano Boa Floor Lamp by Carlo Guglielmi

By Firmamento Milano, Carlo Guglielmi

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Please note that VAT is not included in the price. A lighting system including table, floor and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Firmamento Milano Boa Floor Lamp by Carlo Guglielmi

H 67 in W 13.7 in D 13.7 in

Berlin Floor Lamp by Christope Pillet for Oluce

By Christophe Pillet, Oluce

Located in Brooklyn, NY

suit the lighting requirements. Berlin is available in a floor version with two diffusers and a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Berlin Floor Lamp by Christope Pillet for Oluce

H 70.87 in Dm 11.82 in

Brass and Alabaster Cups Floor Lamp by Glustin Luminaires

By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

New design by Glustin Luminaires, these floor lamps are inspired by our three cups suspension

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Brass and Alabaster Cups Floor Lamp by Glustin Luminaires

H 75.6 in Dm 11.82 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in all Black

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in all Black

H 93.71 in W 14.18 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 16.54 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 16.54 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in all Black

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in all Black

H 93.71 in W 16.54 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Measure: 14

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 14.18 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Measure: 14

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 14.18 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 16.54 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Measure: 12

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 12.6 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in All Black

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp in All Black

H 93.71 in W 12.6 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

sub-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 12.6 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Silver Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 14.18 in D 40.56 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

By Giancarlo Fassina, Michele de Lucchi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

-family. Tolomeo mega is available in table clamp, floor, wall and suspension versions. Integrated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Artemide Tolomeo Mega LED Floor Lamp with Parchment Diffuser

H 93.71 in W 12.6 in D 40.56 in

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi Floor Lamp, Belux Switzerland, 2005

By Belux, Herzog & de Meuron

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi floor lamp, Belux Switzerland, 2005. Originally created for the Café

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi Floor Lamp, Belux Switzerland, 2005

H 52 in Dm 12 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Artemide, Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

terraces or in domestic outdoor locations.” Michele De Lucchi. The iconic lamp comes in the floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with Black Diffuser

H 86.03 in W 20.56 in D 26.19 in

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with White Diffuser

By Michele de Lucchi, Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

terraces or in domestic outdoor locations.” Michele De Lucchi. The iconic lamp comes in the floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Tolomeo Mega Outdoor Floor Lamp with White Diffuser

H 86.03 in W 20.56 in D 26.19 in

Edy floor lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Edy floor lamp designed by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte in 1982. Besides a floor lamp, the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Edy floor lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

H 48.04 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

Beige Fran M Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Beige Fran M stand floor lamp by Llot Llov Handcrafted light object Dimensions: D 45 x W 205.8 x

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Beige Fran M Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

H 98.43 in W 81.03 in D 17.72 in

Coral Fran CS Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Coral Fran CS stand floor lamp by Llot Llov Handcrafted light object Dimensions: D 65 x W 205.8 x

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Coral Fran CS Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

H 98.43 in W 81.03 in D 25.6 in

Beige Fran L Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Beige Fran L stand floor lamp by Llot Llov Handcrafted light object Dimensions: D 50 x W 205.8 x H

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Beige Fran L Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

H 98.43 in W 81.03 in D 19.69 in

Green Fran S Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Green Fran S stand floor lamp by Llot Llov Handcrafted light object Dimensions: D 40 x W 205.8 x

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Green Fran S Stand Floor Lamp by Llot Llov

H 98.43 in W 81.03 in D 15.75 in

Artemide NH Floor Lamp in Gold by Neri & Hu

By Artemide, Neri & Hu

Located in Hicksville, NY

The nh family continues to grow with a new floor version and even more suspension options. The new

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Artemide NH Floor Lamp in Gold by Neri & Hu

H 67.64 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Like New Calligaris Sextans Floor Lamp in Red from Italy

By Calligaris

Located in Miami, FL

model floor lamp metal floor lamp finished in red with a large red drum shade. The Sextans suspension

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Like New Calligaris Sextans Floor Lamp in Red from Italy

H 74 in W 27 in D 27 in

Tubas Floor Lamp in Black Matte Steel and Gold-Plated

Located in Paris, FR

Floor lamp tubas with black matte finish steel structure and gold plated brass base. Three bulbs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Tubas Floor Lamp in Black Matte Steel and Gold-Plated

H 68.9 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Artemide Yanzi Floor Lamp in Black by Neri&Hu

By Neri & Hu, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

elegant poetic attitude. Yanzi collection is available in floor, table and suspension versions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Artemide Yanzi Floor Lamp in Black by Neri&Hu

H 75.79 in W 29.69 in D 3.55 in

Firmamento Milano Anodized Gold Xlight Floor Lamp by Michele Reginaldi

By Firmamento Milano, Michele Reginaldi

Located in Milano, Lombardia

12 LEDS, covered by sophisticated diamond cut glasses. Able to function as either a floor lamp or a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Firmamento Milano Anodized Gold Xlight Floor Lamp by Michele Reginaldi

H 74.8 in W 21.2 in D 4.7 in

Floor, Table Lamp Noce T by Achille Castiflioni for Flos

By Flos, Achille Castiglioni

Located in Padova, IT

Iconic floor side lamp Noce T designed by Achille Castiglioni and produced by Flos 1970s. It owes

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Floor, Table Lamp Noce T by Achille Castiflioni for Flos

H 8.27 in W 14.18 in D 9.45 in

Firmamento Milano Cono Lecture Floor Lamp in Gold by Carlo Guglielmi

By Carlo Guglielmi, Firmamento Milano

Located in Milano, Lombardia

It is a system composed by the reading, floor, suspension, wall versions and compositions. All

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Firmamento Milano Cono Lecture Floor Lamp in Gold by Carlo Guglielmi

H 70.8 in W 11.8 in D 21.65 in

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi Floor Lamps, Pair Belux Switzerland, 2005

By Belux, Herzog & de Meuron

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi Floor Lamps, Pair Belux Switzerland, 2005. Originally created for the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Herzog & De Meuron Jingzi Floor Lamps, Pair Belux Switzerland, 2005

H 112 in Dm 12 in

PETITE FRITURE Vertigo Nova, Floor Lamp, White, Designer Constance Guisset

By Constance Guisset

Located in New York, NY

white, for two subtly different moods. Be it as a floor lamp, suspension light, or wall mount, Vertigo

Category

2010s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

PETITE FRITURE Vertigo Nova, Floor Lamp, White, Designer Constance Guisset

H 78.75 in Dm 43.3 in

Artemide Pipe Dimmable Led Floor Lamp by Herzog & de Meuron

By Herzog & de Meuron, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

specular with random perforations. Pipe is available floor, wall/ceiling and suspension. This item is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Artemide Pipe Dimmable Led Floor Lamp by Herzog & de Meuron

H 86.62 in Dm 11.82 in

Floor Lamp Metal Structur Polished Black Nickel Champagne Decorative Blown Glass

By sicis

Located in London, GB

Suspension ceiling lamp, a design object suitable for any environment, from the living room to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Metal Structur Polished Black Nickel Champagne Decorative Blown Glass

H 68.9 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in

Artemide Miconos E26 Floor Lamp in Chrome by Ernesto Gismondi

By Ernesto Gismondi, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

and suspension applications . The color options give the user a wide range of possibilities to help

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Miconos E26 Floor Lamp in Chrome by Ernesto Gismondi

H 70.08 in Dm 12.21 in

Fulmine Three Lights Floor to Ceiling Minimalist Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

By Silvio Mondino Studio

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Somewhere between a Suspension Light and a Floor Lamp, Fulmine (thunderbolt) engages with gravity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Fulmine Three Lights Floor to Ceiling Minimalist Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

H 61 in W 24 in D 17 in

21st Century Cactus Floor Lamp Lacquered Metal and white Glass by Creativemary

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

stunning suspension lamp of lighting inspired by the striking and intricate forms of the cactus plant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

21st Century Cactus Floor Lamp Lacquered Metal and white Glass by Creativemary

H 64.97 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Axolight Cut Medium Floor Lamp in Intense Black by Timo Ripatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

comes Cut, a family of adjustable lamps – table, floor or suspension version – which stands out for its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Cut Medium Floor Lamp in Intense Black by Timo Ripatti

H 76.54 in Dm 13.19 in

Lighting Under $1,000

Contemporary Lighting

21st Century and Contemporary Lighting

Metal Lighting

European Lighting

Lighting on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Suspension Floor Lamp", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Suspension Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic suspension floor lamp available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of organic material, resin and metal, every suspension floor lamp was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a suspension floor lamp, we have 3 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a suspension floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A suspension floor lamp, designed in the Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made suspension floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Europa, Achille Castiglioni & Pio Manzu and Flos are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Suspension Floor Lamp?

Prices for a suspension floor lamp start at $285 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $5,490.

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 Suspension 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.

You Don’t Need a Fictional Fairy to Get This Real Pinocchio Lamp

Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.

Why Is Italy Such a Hotbed of Cool Design?

Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.

With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production

Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.

Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales

The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.

This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques

The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.

Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier

Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.

More Ways To Browse

Footed Alabaster Bowl

Swedish Design Suspension Light

View All Popular Lighting Searches