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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Two Rare French Surrealist Plaster Floor Lamps by Jean-Charles Moreux

H 71 in W 14 in D 14 in

Compass Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

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2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Wood, Glass

Compass Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

H 78.75 in W 39.38 in D 47.25 in

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By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, ES

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Standing Lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí Spanish surrealist design

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 33.08 in

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: D 30 x W 45 x H 210 cm Materials: Ash

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2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Stone

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

H 82.68 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in

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Located in Geneve, CH

Mano floor lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: D 3" x W 72" x H 7 in Materials: Brass

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Mano Floor Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

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Spira Floor Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Spira floor lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: D 35" x W 17" x H 84 in Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Spira Floor Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 84 in W 17 in D 35 in

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition for BD

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Bracelli lamp designed by Dali manufactured by BD since 2009. Panel structure covered in fine gold

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Fabric

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition for BD

H 42.52 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Pair of Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamps Black Label Limited Edition

By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

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Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Fabric

Pair of Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamps Black Label Limited Edition

H 42.52 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Surrealist standing lamp by Salvador Dalí model "Muletas" white linen shade

By (after) Salvador Dali

Located in Barcelona, ES

A standing lamp taken from Dalí’s designs for Jean Michel Frank. The ‘Muletas’ had its beginnings

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Wood

Surrealist standing lamp by Salvador Dalí model "Muletas" white linen shade

H 73.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

20th Century "Muletas" Surrealist Standing Lamp by Salvador Dalí Black Edition

By (after) Salvador Dali

Located in Barcelona, ES

The Muletas Lamp explores Dalí’s obsession with the uncanny, surprising and novel. Drawn by Dalí

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Wood

20th Century "Muletas" Surrealist Standing Lamp by Salvador Dalí Black Edition

H 73.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition for BD

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Bracelli lamp designed by Dali manufactured by BD since 2009. Panel structure covered in fine

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Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Fabric

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition for BD

H 42.52 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Set of Two Salvador Dali Surrealist Fine Gold Leaf Bracelli Lamp Sculpture

By Salvador Dalí, BD Furniture

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of Two Braceli lamps designed by Salvador Dali manufactured by BD furniture in Barcelona

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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Cotton

Set of Two Salvador Dali Surrealist Fine Gold Leaf Bracelli Lamp Sculpture

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Salvador Dali Surrealist Fine Gold Leaf Bracelli Lamp Sculpture for BD Barcelona

By BD Furniture, Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Braceli lamp designed by Salvador Dali manufactured by BD furniture in Barcelona. Bracelli Panel

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2010s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Cotton

Salvador Dali Surrealist Fine Gold Leaf Bracelli Lamp Sculpture for BD Barcelona

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Contemporary Blue Glazed Unique Daydream Floor Lamp Handcrafted by Jan Ernst

Located in 1204, CH

Deeply intrigued by surrealism, Ernst is intrigued by surrealist painters' studies of time, it's

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2010s Floor Lamps

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Ceramic

Contemporary Blue Glazed Unique Daydream Floor Lamp Handcrafted by Jan Ernst

H 74.81 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Pie de Salón G1 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

By Santa & Cole

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reinterpreting traditional lamps. Jaume Sans was a renowned Catalan surrealist sculptor and painter

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

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Metal

Pie de Salón G1 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

H 62.4 in Dm 17.7 in

Pie de Salón G2 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

By Santa & Cole

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reinterpreting traditional lamps. Jaume Sans was a renowned Catalan surrealist sculptor and painter

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

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Metal

Pie de Salón G2 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

H 62.4 in Dm 17.7 in

Pair Rare French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Floor Lamps, Jean Charles Moreux

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in New York, NY

A Pair of rare and poetic French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman floor lamps, handmade from roots of

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Vintage 1930s French Brutalist Floor Lamps

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Twig, Hardwood

Pair Rare French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Floor Lamps, Jean Charles Moreux

H 62 in Dm 23 in

'Queen Helmet Conch Shell' Bamboo Floor Lamp with Vintage French Parasol Shade

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Model No. 014 is a one-of-a-kind art lamp featuring a vintage rice-paper shade constructed from an

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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Concrete, Brass

'Queen Helmet Conch Shell' Bamboo Floor Lamp with Vintage French Parasol Shade

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H 60 in Dm 19 in

Floor Lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí, Ivory fabric Shade, gold leaf

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Surrealist. Though chiefly remembered for his painterly output, in the course of his long career he

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Gold Leaf

Floor Lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí, Ivory fabric Shade, gold leaf

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 33.08 in

Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Custom Floor Lamp, Stone, Made-To-Order Light

By Studio Chora

Located in Albuquerque, NM

Custom Floor Lamp Design by Studio Chora, Biomorphic Series, current production and made-to-order

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2010s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Plaster, Paper

Biomorphic Line by Studio Chora, Custom Floor Lamp, Stone, Made-To-Order Light

H 47 in W 10 in D 16 in

Floor lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí ivory fabric shade gold leaf base

By BD Barcelona Design, Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, ES

production and marketing. The floor lamp corresponds to the work of Jean Michel Frank, adopted by Dalí for

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Gold Leaf

Floor lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí ivory fabric shade gold leaf base

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 33.08 in

Sandro Bagnoli De Luz Floor Lamp in Wood Ultramobile Collection by Gavina 1970s

By Ultramobile Collection, Simon Gavina Editions

Located in Montecatini Terme, IT

Rare floor lamp model De Luz was a part of the Ultramobile collection of Gavina, the lamp have a

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Wood

Sandro Bagnoli De Luz Floor Lamp in Wood Ultramobile Collection by Gavina 1970s

H 86.62 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira Edition: Unique. Title: Poulie Composition

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2010s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Blown Glass, Beech, Oak

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

H 86.62 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Contemporary Sculpted Floor Lighting, "Einstein Was Right" by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Warsaw, PL

Contemporary sculpted floor lighting - "Einstein Was Right" by Je´ro^me Pereira Edition: Unique

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Floor Lamps

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Steel

Contemporary Sculpted Floor Lighting, "Einstein Was Right" by Jérôme Pereira

H 63 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Barra Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Barra lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: W 10 x D 10x H 43.2 cm Materials: Patinated

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

Barra Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 0.5 in W 8.5 in D 2 in

Mano Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Mano standing lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci. Dimensions: D 18" x W 12" x H 73 in. Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Mano Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 73 in W 12 in D 18 in

Spira Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Spira standing lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci. Dimensions: W86.9 x D43.2 x H213 cm. Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Spira Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 84 in W 17 in D 35 in

Fackel Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Fackel standing lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: D 5.5" x W 2.5" x H 77 in Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Fackel Standing Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 77 in W 2.5 in D 5.5 in

Leaning Mano Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Leaning Mano 6 foot lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci. Dimensions: D 7"x W 3" x H 72 in. Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Brass

Leaning Mano Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 72 in W 3 in D 7 in

Leaning Mano Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Leaning mano 7 foot lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: D 7" x W 3" x H 84 in Materials

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Brass

Leaning Mano Lamp by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 84 in W 3 in D 7 in

Mano Standing Lamp Table by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

Located in Geneve, CH

Mano standing lamp table by Umberto Bellardi Ricci Dimensions: W15.2 x D27.9 x H31.7 cm Materials

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2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum, Brass

Mano Standing Lamp Table by Umberto Bellardi Ricci

H 73 in W 12 in D 18 in

Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamp Sculpture by Bd

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Illuminate your space with a one-of-a-kind standing lamp, designed by Salvador Dali and

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2010s Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Plastic

Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamp Sculpture by Bd

H 73.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamp Sculpture by Bd

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Illuminate your space with a one-of-a-kind standing lamp, designed by Salvador Dali and

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2010s Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Plastic

Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamp Sculpture by Bd

H 73.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Jumbo Lobster Lamp with Antique Japanese Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Vanderbilt Collection consists of two one-of-a-kind monumental floor lamps from Christopher

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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Brass

Jumbo Lobster Lamp with Antique Japanese Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant

H 83 in Dm 28.5 in

Jumbo Horseshoe Crab Lamp with Antique Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Vanderbilt Collection consists of two one-of-a-kind monumental floor lamps from Christopher

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2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Cement, Brass

Jumbo Horseshoe Crab Lamp with Antique Parasol Shade by Christopher Tennant

H 83 in Dm 32 in

Biomorphic Light by Studio Chora, Standing Lamp, White Limestone, Made-to-order

By Studio Chora

Located in Albuquerque, NM

Custom Floor Lamp Design by Studio Chora, Biomorphic Series, current production and made-to-order

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2010s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Plaster, Paper

Biomorphic Light by Studio Chora, Standing Lamp, White Limestone, Made-to-order

H 47 in W 10 in D 16 in

Pair of Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamps Sculptures by Bd

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

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2010s Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Plastic

Pair of Salvador Dali Contemporary Lime-Wood Muletas Lamps Sculptures by Bd

H 73.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

20th Century Standing Lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí gold leaf & fabric

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Surrealist. Though chiefly remembered for his painterly output, in the course of his long career he

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps

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Gold Leaf

20th Century Standing Lamp model "Bracelli" by Salvador Dalí gold leaf & fabric

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 33.08 in

SY-01 Suspension by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

, counterweights) opening to an unknown factor. A catalogue of shapes with a surrealist consonance leading to a

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2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Other

SY-01 Suspension by Jérôme Pereira

H 35.44 in W 66.93 in D 11.82 in

Einstein Unique Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

surrealist consonance leading to a playful combination of tension and equilibrium. All our lamps can be

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2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Blown Glass, Wood

Einstein Unique Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

H 63 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Bananas by Studio Job

By Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel), Slamp

Located in Pomezia, Rome

, surrealist identity born of creative expression. E27 lighting. Made with Opalflex & Cristalflex. This item

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Plastic

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Bananas by Studio Job

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SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in L'Afrique by Studio Job

By Slamp, Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel)

Located in Pomezia, Rome

, surrealist identity born of creative expression. E27 lighting. Made with Opalflex & Cristalflex. This item

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Plastic

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in L'Afrique by Studio Job

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H 63 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Labirynth by Studio Job

By Slamp, Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel)

Located in Pomezia, Rome

, surrealist identity born of creative expression. E27 lighting. Made with Opalflex & Cristalflex. This item

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SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Labirynth by Studio Job

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SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Love, Peace, Joy by Studio Jo

By Slamp, Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel)

Located in Pomezia, Rome

, surrealist identity born of creative expression. E27 lighting. Made with Opalflex & Cristalflex. This item

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Plastic

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Love, Peace, Joy by Studio Jo

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SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Feena Art by Studio Job

By Slamp, Studio Job (Job Smeets & Nynke Tynagel)

Located in Pomezia, Rome

, surrealist identity born of creative expression. E27 lighting. Made with Opalflex & Cristalflex. This item

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Plastic

SLAMP Lightning Archives Extra Large Tube Light in Feena Art by Studio Job

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H 63 in W 14.57 in D 8.27 in

Dual Unique Sculpted Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

to an unknown factor. A catalogue of shapes with a surrealist consonance leading to a playful

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2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

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Other

Dual Unique Sculpted Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

H 86.62 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Pie de Salón G3 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

By Santa & Cole

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Reinterpreting traditional lamps. Jaume Sans was a renowned Catalan surrealist sculptor and painter

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

Materials

Metal

Pie de Salón G3 Floor Lamp by Jaume Sans for Santa & Cole

H 62.4 in Dm 17.7 in

'Lavender Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Nickel with Natural Scallop Shell Shade

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

collection features floor and table lamps made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Nickel

'Lavender Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Nickel with Natural Scallop Shell Shade

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H 18 in Dm 7 in

‘L’Escargot Lamp’ in Coiled Black Leather with Natural Sea Snail Shade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, floor lamps, and sconces made with hand-selected vintage specimen seashells in place of traditional

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2010s American Modern Table Lamps

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Concrete, Brass

‘L’Escargot Lamp’ in Coiled Black Leather with Natural Sea Snail Shade

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H 16 in W 7 in D 5.5 in

'Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Brass and Terra Cotta with Real Scallop Shell Shade

By Tennant New York

Located in Brooklyn, NY

floor and table lamps made with hand-selected specimen seashells in place of traditional shades, placing

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2010s American Table Lamps

Materials

Cement, Brass

'Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Brass and Terra Cotta with Real Scallop Shell Shade

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H 18 in Dm 7 in

Midcentury Floor Ashtray Goatskin and Metal by Aldo Tura, Italy 1950s

By Aldo Tura

Located in Rome, IT

, Baroque, Surrealist and modernist styles. Tura moved through distinct phases in his career in terms of

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Floor Ashtray Goatskin and Metal by Aldo Tura, Italy 1950s

H 27.96 in Dm 5.71 in

Franz West Meta-Memphis chainlink Suspension Lamp, Memphis Milano, Italy, 1991

By Franz West, Memphis Milano

Located in London, GB

, its floor lamp predecessor. Suspending chains horizontally creates a striking and surrealist

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1990s European Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Franz West Meta-Memphis chainlink Suspension Lamp, Memphis Milano, Italy, 1991

H 4.73 in W 73.23 in D 4.73 in

1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in London, GB

designs, a similar example of cast iron work can be seen in a floor lamp, illustrated p. 233, Jean-Charles

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

1940s Art Deco Coffee Table Attributed to Jean-Charles Moreux

H 21.66 in W 40.56 in D 16.93 in

Surrealist Chain Floor Lamp

Located in London, GB

1980's floor lamp with a surrealist metal chain base and woven hemp shade. In the manner of Franz

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Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Surrealist Chain Floor Lamp

H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in

Surrealist Italian Floor Lamp by Antonio Pavia

By Antonio Pavia

Located in Miami, FL

Amazing Italian floor lamp. Gilt metal stems with leaves. Original double fabric shades conceal the

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Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Surrealist Italian Floor Lamp by Antonio Pavia

H 69 in W 72 in D 24 in

Art Deco Surrealist Salvador Dali Muletas Floor Lamp Wood Textile Shade BD

By Salvador Dalí

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an original, Muletas floor lamp, made of wood and with the original

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Vintage 1970s Spanish Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Wood

Art Deco Surrealist Salvador Dali Muletas Floor Lamp Wood Textile Shade BD

H 72 in W 18 in D 18 in

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition

By (after) Salvador Dali, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Bracelli lamp designed by Dali manufactured by BD since 2009. Panel structure covered in Fine

Category

Early 2000s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric

Salvador Dali Surrealist Bracelli Lamp Black Label Limited Edition

H 42.52 in W 14.57 in D 25.2 in

Sculptural Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira "Planck"

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculptural floor lamp by Jérôme Pereira "Planck" Dimensions: 100 x 80 x 120 cm, the dimensions

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Sculptural Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira "Planck"

H 39.38 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in

Jean Royère Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp, 1940

By Jean Royère

Located in Benington, Herts

Jean Royère adjustable Iron standing Floor Lamp France Paris circa 1940’s In wonderful

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Jean Royère Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp, 1940

H 73 in W 24 in D 24 in

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Surrealist Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic surrealist floor lamp available at 1stDibs. Each surrealist floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, cotton and bronze. If you’re shopping for a surrealist floor lamp, we have 5 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer surrealist floor lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A surrealist floor lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made surrealist floor lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Salvador Dalí, BD Furniture and Antonio Pavia are consistently popular.

How Much is a Surrealist Floor Lamp?

The average selling price for a surrealist floor lamp at 1stDibs is $8,927, while they’re typically $3,950 on the low end and $30,598 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right floor-lamps for You

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Surrealist 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.

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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.

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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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