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 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 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.

Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?

It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.

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 you identify an old floor lamp?

To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Are LED floor lamps worth it?

Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.

How do you identify an antique floor lamp?

To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.

How tall should a floor lamp be next to a sofa?

A floor lamp used for reading typically measures 58 to 62 inches, positioning the shade just above shoulder height when seated.

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.

What's the difference between a floor lamp and a table lamp for a living room?

Floor lamps provide ambient or reading light from the floor and free up surface space, while table lamps sit on a side table and offer more localized, task-oriented light.

Floor Candle Lamps

Antique Torchiere

Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra

Large Floor Lamp Metal and White Smoke Glass Globe by Candle, Italy, 1970s

$13,753

Large Floor Lamp Metal and White Smoke Glass Globe by Candle, Italy, 1970s

By Candle

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Rare tall large floor lamp by the italian design manufacture Candle, metal chrome and white smoke glass globes ball.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

"Molla" Steel Floor Lamp by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Candle, Italy, 1970s

$2,040

"Molla" Steel Floor Lamp by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Candle, Italy, 1970s

By Candle, Eleonore Peduzzi Riva

Located in Milan, IT

Molla Model D901 floor lamp by Eleonore Peduzzi Riva for Candle. Chrome steel lamp with halogen light source.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp

$1,953

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp This is an Elegant piece, originally the lamp would have been candle powered, this one has been converted to electricity The lamp...

Category

Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Floor Lamp by Sergio Asti, 1968

$3,209

Floor Lamp by Sergio Asti, 1968

By Sergio Asti, Candle

Located in Berlin, DE

The floor lamp model “Venticinque” was designed by Sergio Asti for Candle in 1968.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Floor Lamp "Pekino" by Sergio Asti, 1972

$10,888

Floor Lamp "Pekino" by Sergio Asti, 1972

By Sergio Asti, Candle

Located in Berlin, DE

This elegant floor lamp model 'Pekino' with its adjustable reflector was designed in 1972 by the Italian architect and designer Sergio Asti for Canle, Italy. The floor lamp is made o...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sergio Asti Candle Floor Lamp 1960 Metal Chrom Italy

$1,719 / item

Sergio Asti Candle Floor Lamp 1960 Metal Chrom Italy

By Sergio Asti

Located in Milano, IT

Sergio Asti candle floor lamp metal chrome 1960 Italy height adjustable.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Sergio Asti Candle Floor Lamp 1960 Metal Chrom Italy

$1,719 / item

Sergio Asti Candle Floor Lamp 1960 Metal Chrom Italy

By Sergio Asti

Located in Milano, IT

Sergio Asti candle floor lamp metal chrome 1960 Italy height adjustable.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Neoclassical Style Iron Faux Candle Torchiere Floor Lamp Pair

$3,500 / set

Neoclassical Style Iron Faux Candle Torchiere Floor Lamp Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A magnificent pair of antique Athenian Neoclassical style scrolled iron faux candlestick torchères - floor standing lamps. Each with single light mounted over large oversized faux c...

Category

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp This is an Elegant Piece

$2,713

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp This is an Elegant Piece

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Bouillotte Floor Lamp, Adjustable Twin Candle Lamp This is an Elegant piece, originally the lamp would have been candle powered, this one has been converted to electricity The l...

Category

Antique 1880s French Provincial Floor Lamps

Materials

Fruitwood

English Mahogany Ribbed Tripod Torchiere Candle Stand Floor Lamp 67"

$2,100

English Mahogany Ribbed Tripod Torchiere Candle Stand Floor Lamp 67"

Located in Dayton, OH

Impressive early 20th century English Georgian converted torchiere candle stand / candle holder / pedestal floor lamp.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Mahogany

Candela Floor Lamp in Blackened Steel with Candle by Nuumbra

$4,091 / item

Candela Floor Lamp in Blackened Steel with Candle by Nuumbra

Located in Geneve, CH

Candela Floor Lamp in Blackened Steel with Candle by Nuumbra Dimensions: Ø 20 x H 125 cm.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Chrome Triple Candle Shape Cylinder Base Glass Prisms Floor Lamp

$2,000

Chrome Triple Candle Shape Cylinder Base Glass Prisms Floor Lamp

By George Kovacs

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern 50" tall chrome floor lamp with glass shades. In style of Kovacs. MYC area delivery starts from $125.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1930s Wrought Iron Candle Light Floor Lamp Handmade Romantic Modernism, Denmark

$2,567

1930s Wrought Iron Candle Light Floor Lamp Handmade Romantic Modernism, Denmark

By Taidetakomo Hakkarainen

Located in Odense, DK

Wonderful 1930s floor lamp in the style of Taidetakomo Hakkarainen.

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Adjustable Chrome Floor Lamps by Sergio Asti for Candle, 1960, Italy

$1,375

Adjustable Chrome Floor Lamps by Sergio Asti for Candle, 1960, Italy

By Sergio Asti

Located in Rome, IT

This lamp was made by Sergio Asti for candle in 1960. The height is adjustable (from cm 110 to 160) and the lamp is fully composed by chrome metal.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Antique Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Torchiere Altar Candle Stand Floor Lamp 70"

$2,100

Antique Gothic Revival Wrought Iron Torchiere Altar Candle Stand Floor Lamp 70"

Located in Dayton, OH

Large antique wrought / forged iron converted torchiere candle stand / candle holder floor lamp featuring Gothic / Spanish styling with scrolled accents, fleur de lis and two lights.

Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

19th Century Provincial Chinese Floor Lamp Candle Torchiere

$2,950

19th Century Provincial Chinese Floor Lamp Candle Torchiere

Located in Forney, TX

Candle floor lamps such as this were used up through the 19th century before the advent of electricity, and well into the early 20th century in Provincial China as the spread of mode...

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Candle Lamps

Materials

Elm

Bronze Candle Standing Lamp

$1,800

Bronze Candle Standing Lamp

Located in Water Mill, NY

Bronze tall candle made into lamp-wired. Measures: 63".

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century 5-Candle Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra

$1,125

Mid-Century 5-Candle Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra

Located in Dekalb, IL

Freestanding wrought iron candelabra stand with a tall, slender central shaft rising from a tripod base formed by scrolled legs. The upper section branches outward into an ornate arr...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of American Brass Spiral and Bulbous Form Floor Lamps. Orig Candle. C. 1880

$6,000

Pair of American Brass Spiral and Bulbous Form Floor Lamps. Orig Candle. C. 1880

Located in Charleston, SC

Pair of American brass spiral and bulbous form floor lamps resting on circular step back bases, Late 19th century.

Category

Antique 1880s American American Empire Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Wire

Pair of Mid-Century Silver Metal Turned Design Floor Torchiere/Candle Holders

$4,500 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Silver Metal Turned Design Floor Torchiere/Candle Holders

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of mid-century silver metal floor torchiere/candleholders with circular bases and a turned design. (priced as pair).

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Glass Candle Lamp. Early 20th Century.

$3,200

Louis Comfort Tiffany Favrile Glass Candle Lamp. Early 20th Century.

By Louis Comfort Tiffany

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant Art Nouveau candle lamp by Tiffany Studios of New York, dating to circa 1910. This non-electrified example is crafted in luminous gold Favrile glass, displaying warm amber...

Category

Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Antique French Spelter Candle Lamp Standard, Belle Époque Style, 1910s

$384Sale Price|20% Off

Antique French Spelter Candle Lamp Standard, Belle Époque Style, 1910s

Located in New Orleans, LA

An antique French early 20th century Spelter candle lamp standard having been remade with a spelter deco candlestick, a drip candle sleeve, a flame bulb and rewired with a foot switc...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Spelter

Piero GIANEMILIO & Anna Monti “Luna” Table Lamp for Candle, Italy, circa 1970

$11,347

Piero GIANEMILIO & Anna Monti “Luna” Table Lamp for Candle, Italy, circa 1970

By G.P.A. Monti, Anna Monti

Located in PARIS, FR

Piero GIANEMILIO & Anna Monti “Luna” Table Lamp for Candle, Italy, circa 1970 Rare and sculptural table lamp model “Luna” designed by Piero Gianemilio and Anna Monti, produced b...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Turned Wood Candlestick Floor Lamp Chapman Italy

$968Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Turned Wood Candlestick Floor Lamp Chapman Italy

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Exceptional example of Italian made wooden candle stick floor lamp made by Chapman. Terrific turned lamp with wonderful grain and worm holing.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian American Classical Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1920s Danish Bronze Floor Candelabra – Arched Multi-Arm Candle Holder

$10,544

1920s Danish Bronze Floor Candelabra – Arched Multi-Arm Candle Holder

Located in Stockholm, SE

This floor candelabra, produced in Denmark in the 1920s, reflects the disciplined clarity associated with early Scandinavian metalwork in the period between late historicism and emer...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Brutalist Wrought Iron Floor Lamp Made in Portugal

$1,200

Brutalist Wrought Iron Floor Lamp Made in Portugal

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in New York, NY

Interesting wrought iron floor lamp, having candle cup arms which extend off main center piece.

Category

Mid-20th Century Portuguese Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Wooden Candle Stick 19th Century

$2,292

Wooden Candle Stick 19th Century

Located in Charmes, FR

Carved wooden candle-holder from the middle of the 19th century with wrought iron top in good condition many places for candles

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Stylized Art Deco Floor Lamp in Bronzed Metal by Almco Lamp Co.

$1,650

Stylized Art Deco Floor Lamp in Bronzed Metal by Almco Lamp Co.

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning Art Deco floor lamp,,Torchere,, Three candle light top.. Super Stylized Ironwork,,

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

19th Century Hand-Carved Candle Holder

$1,302Sale Price|20% Off

19th Century Hand-Carved Candle Holder

Located in London, GB

19th Century Hand-Carved Candle Holder Dimensions: H 45” x W 22” x D 22” Weight: 8kg Date: Circa 19th Century Origin: EU Material: Hand-carved pine Condition: Excellent antique cond...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Victorian Floor Lamps

Materials

Pine

Onnda Candle Holder Deep See M

$409

Onnda Candle Holder Deep See M

By Catrinel Sabaciag

Located in Timisoara, RO

The Conectric Deep Sea Candleholder is the ideal choice for those who appreciate minimalist design. Unlike Conectric Blaze or Fuchsia, this piece offers a more understated and sobe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

Mid 20th Century Stacked with Brass and Wooden Stem Floor Lamp

$2,865

Mid 20th Century Stacked with Brass and Wooden Stem Floor Lamp

Located in Delft, NL

Mid 20th century stacked with brass and wooden stem floor lamp A brass and wooden stacked stem floor lamp.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

1960s Brutalist Iron Floor Lamp by Jean Pierre Ryckaert for Le Dauphin

$1,729

1960s Brutalist Iron Floor Lamp by Jean Pierre Ryckaert for Le Dauphin

By Jean-Pierre Ryckaert, Maison Le Dauphin

Located in London, GB

Mid-Century Brutalist Wrought Iron Floor Lamp by Jean-Pierre Ryckaert for Maison Le Dauphin, A hammered wrought iron floor lamp decorated with thick bolted leather and an oval base, ...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

A pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood floor lamps

$29,800

A pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood floor lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A monumental and impressive pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Giltwood floor lamps. Each wonderful candle stand that has been turned into a lamp is raised by a triangular ba...

Category

Antique 18th Century Louis XVI Floor Lamps

Materials

Giltwood

Spanish 1950s Patinated Brass Floorlamp With 'Candle' Fitting

$1,288

Spanish 1950s Patinated Brass Floorlamp With 'Candle' Fitting

Located in London, GB

This attractive brass midcentury floorlamp was made in Spain. It is decorative and practical, with it's candle design and scroll detail. Please take a look at all the photographs to...

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Spanish Colonial Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamp in Silver Metal, Unknown, 1960s

$2,300

Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamp in Silver Metal, Unknown, 1960s

Located in New York, NY

This mid-century chrome candle floor lamp is defined by its disciplined verticality and sculptural restraint.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Tall Blacksmith-made Wrought Iron Candle Stick Stand This is a very unusual

$1,248

Tall Blacksmith-made Wrought Iron Candle Stick Stand This is a very unusual

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Tall Blacksmith-made Wrought Iron Candle Stick Stand This is a very unusual Gothic Wrought Iron Floor Lamp the stand is blacksmith made, it stands on 4 feet and takes a 2” diamete...

Category

Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère b

$1,492 / set

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère b

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère These Tall Torchère when placed on the floor will look very attractive by the fire side The stands are blacksmith made and ver...

Category

Vintage 1960s Gothic Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère b

$1,492 / set

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère b

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Pair of Wrought Iron Candle Sticks or Torchère These Tall Torchère when placed on the floor will look very attractive by the fire side The stands are blacksmith made and ver...

Category

Vintage 1960s Gothic Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

A Large Iron Candle Stick or Torchère This is a Tall Torchere

$1,275

A Large Iron Candle Stick or Torchère This is a Tall Torchere

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Large Iron Candle Stick or Torchère This is a Tall Torchere, it takes 4 candles and will give height to spread the candle light source The stand is blacksmith made and very heavy,...

Category

Antique 19th Century Gothic Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Bronze Man and Women Candle Holder, Large Statues with Flame

$8,899 / set

Bronze Man and Women Candle Holder, Large Statues with Flame

Located in Mortsel, BE

Unique set of two flameholders, men and women.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Large Hand Forged Iron Torchere with Fleur De Lys for Four Candles

$1,350

20th Century Large Hand Forged Iron Torchere with Fleur De Lys for Four Candles

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This early 20th century hand-forged iron torchere with fleur de lys accommodates four 3 inch diameter candles. The hand-forged iron tripod base with scrollwork supports a twisted iro...

Category

Early 20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra Ornate Gothic Revival Candleholder

$1,400

Antique Wrought Iron Floor Candelabra Ornate Gothic Revival Candleholder

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Striking early 20th-century wrought iron floor candelabra featuring seven candle holders and an elaborate hand-forged design. Rich in character and craftsmanship, this antique floor ...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Candle Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Lucerna floor candleholder - The Wedding by Sten Studio - Edition of 15

$20,000

Lucerna floor candleholder - The Wedding by Sten Studio - Edition of 15

By Sten Studio

Located in Tampa, FL

Materials: Jalapa travertine, green onyx, brown onyx, pineapple onyx, blue calcite The Wedding Some unions are written in stone. In an abandoned chapel, where vows were once spoken ...

Category

2010s Mexican Candle Lamps

Materials

Stone, Onyx, Limestone, Travertine, Marble

Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra

$4,500

Antique European Forged Wrought Iron Floor Standing Candle Holder Candelabra

Located in Forney, TX

Dating from the 18th to early 19th century, Continental Europe, most likely Spanish, most impressive monumental size, made long before the advent of electricity, this finely crafted ...

Category

Antique 18th Century European Medieval Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Brick Floor Lamp by Idaaf Architects

$5,547 / item

Brick Floor Lamp by Idaaf Architects

Located in Geneve, CH

Brick Floor Lamp by Idaaf Architects Dimensions: L 30 x W 30 x H 165cm Material: Walnut, Aluminum Madefrom walnut and aluminum, the ‘Brick’ Floor Lamp is a testament to the raw beau...

Category

2010s Georgian Post-Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Antique Scrolled Iron Converted Adjustable Candle Stand Hurricane Floor Lamp 55"

$940

Antique Scrolled Iron Converted Adjustable Candle Stand Hurricane Floor Lamp 55"

Located in Dayton, OH

Primitive antique Spanish Revival Colonial style converted candle stand. Features adjustable hurricane lantern over a wrought iron rod with tripod scrolled base. The lantern would ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Primitive Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Large Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron

$1,134 / item

Large Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron

Located in Geneve, CH

Large Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 15 x H 120 cm Materials: Recycled paper, recycled wood, cardboard base, varnish. All our lamps can be wired according to each coun...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wood, Paper

Medium Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron

$1,020 / item

Medium Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron

Located in Geneve, CH

Medium Armonía Floor Lamp by Ana Tron Dimensions: Ø 15 x H 100 cm Materials: Recycled paper, recycled wood, cardboard base, varnish. All our lamps can be wired according to each cou...

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Candlesticks

Materials

Wood, Paper

18th Century, Wood Sicilian Torchere Transformed into Floor Lamp

$953

18th Century, Wood Sicilian Torchere Transformed into Floor Lamp

Located in Catania, Sicilia

An antique torchere hand-crafted in Sicily in 18th century transformed in a particular floor lamp. Dimensions of the torchere without lampshade are cm 84 height, and 23x23 cm the woo...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Sicilian Louis XV Torchères

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian Gilded Wood Venetian Figural Torchère Candelabra Floor Lamp

$12,034

Italian Gilded Wood Venetian Figural Torchère Candelabra Floor Lamp

Located in Antwerp, BE

This is an exquisite decorative Venetian style candelabra floor lamp from Florence! This rare and elegant Italian midcentury carved wood and polychrome painted figure is holding a ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Torchères

Materials

Metal, Brass

Gorgeous Antique Lamp, Monumental, Spanish Wrought Iron, 7-Lt. Floor Candelbraum

$2,720

Gorgeous Antique Lamp, Monumental, Spanish Wrought Iron, 7-Lt. Floor Candelbraum

Located in Austin, TX

Gorgeous Antique Lamp, Monumental, Spanish Wrought Iron, 7-Lt. Floor Candelbraum, 77H, E. 1900s! This antique Spanish wrought iron floor candelabrum from the 1900s is a monumental ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Spanish Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Wood Torchiere Floor Lamp

$1,900

19th Century Italian Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Wood Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Add a touch of historical elegance to your home with this stunning 19th-century Italian torchiere floor lamp. Masterfully crafted in a graceful columnar design, this exquisite piece ...

Category

Antique 1780s Italian Torchères

Materials

Brass

Erik Hoglund Candelabra Floor Lamp in Wrought Iron & Glass for Boda Sweden 1960s

$4,800

Erik Hoglund Candelabra Floor Lamp in Wrought Iron & Glass for Boda Sweden 1960s

By Axel Strömberg Ironworks, Erik Höglund, Boda Nova

Located in Troy, MI

A rare candelabra floor lamp by Erik Höglund for Boda Sweden circa 1960's 12 arm floor standing candelabrum with clear glass elements, the lower pendants featuring impressed abstrac...

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Candelabras

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere

$3,500

Early 20th Century 27-Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Early 20th Century two tier 27 Light Gothic Cast Brass Floor Lamp Candelabra Torchere. Measures 10" in width, 10" in depth and stands 66" tall to the top of the finia...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Gothic Torchères

Materials

Brass

Striking and Stylish Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Tree-Light Floor Lamp

$2,063

Striking and Stylish Empire Revival Gilt Bronze Tree-Light Floor Lamp

By Maison Baguès

Located in Lisse, NL

Marvelous French 3 light / torches floor lamp. If you are looking for a vibrant and stylish floor lamp then this decorative fixture could be your ideal lighting solution. This artis...

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Early 20th Century French Empire Revival Torchères

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18th/19th Century Tyrolean Eagle Giltwood Altar Stick

$2,990

18th/19th Century Tyrolean Eagle Giltwood Altar Stick

Located in Forney, TX

Makes for an excellent accent or statement piece, floor lamp, candle stand or pedestal. The 18th century design is timeless, elegant and sophisticated, but understated and relaxed; c...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Torchères

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Antique Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Tiered Floor Candle Holder Plant Stand

$1,250Sale Price|77% Off

Antique Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Tiered Floor Candle Holder Plant Stand

Located in Forney, TX

France, turn of the late 19th / early 20th century, circa 1900 Authentic original Art Nouveau period, this rare sculptural hand forged polychrome painted wrought iron floor-standing...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Jean Michel Frank Geometric Straw Marquetry Box, France circa 1930

$3,000

Jean Michel Frank Geometric Straw Marquetry Box, France circa 1930

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Atlanta, GA

Alberto Giacometti also collaborated with Frank to create terracotta objects such as floor lamps, vases, candle holders, and table lamps.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Straw, Wood

1980's Post-Modern Exotic Marble Column Pedestal

$1,945Sale Price|30% Off

1980's Post-Modern Exotic Marble Column Pedestal

By Steve Chase

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Consider using this as a floor stand for a lamp, candle, or sculpture or somewhere to place drinks for guests.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Marble

Geometric Straw Marquetry Box attributed to Jean Michel Frank, circa 1930

$2,800

Geometric Straw Marquetry Box attributed to Jean Michel Frank, circa 1930

By Jean-Michel Frank

Located in Atlanta, GA

Alberto Giacometti also collaborated with Frank to create terracotta objects, including floor lamps, vases, candle holders, and table lamps.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Straw, Wood, Cork

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Vintage Floor Lamp D668 by Candle, Italy, 1960s

Unavailable

H 71.66 in Dm 17.33 in

Vintage Floor Lamp D668 by Candle, Italy, 1960s

By Candle

Located in Torino, Italy

Floor lamp with nickel-plated brass structure, white opal glass shade and opal plexiglas.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

“Venticinque Senior” adjustable floor lamp for Candle Sergio Asti for Candle

Unavailable

H 66.93 in W 10.63 in D 24.41 in

“Venticinque Senior” adjustable floor lamp for Candle Sergio Asti for Candle

By Sergio Asti, Candle

Located in Koper, SI

This floor reading lamp was designed by Italian architect Sergio Asti in 1968 and manufactured by Candle as part of the series "Venticinque" (25 in Italian).

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Candle Floor Lamp

Unavailable

H 53.25 in Dm 16 in

Candle Floor Lamp

Located in Fremont Center, NY

The Candle series started with the question: what type of lighting pairs well with contemporary art? What resulted is this three-pronged, 3-D emoji version of a classical candelabra....

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2010s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Brass Altar Candle Floor Lamp

Unavailable

H 50 in Dm 10.5 in

Brass Altar Candle Floor Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

This magnificant brass altar candle has been converted into a beautiful floor lamp.

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Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

FLOOR CANDLE HOLDER

Unavailable

H 34 in

FLOOR CANDLE HOLDER

Located in California, LA

ORIGINAL GOLD LEAFED WOODEN FLOOR CANDLE HOLDER

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Antique 19th Century German Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Antique French Giltwood Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Unavailable

H 78 in W 18 in D 16 in

Antique French Giltwood Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Located in Houston, TX

This Louis XVI style antique French giltwood candle stand floor lamp circa 1900 is amazingly tall.

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Floor Lamps

Materials

Linen

Antique French Forged Iron Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Unavailable

H 59 in Dm 22 in

Antique French Forged Iron Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Located in Houston, TX

This unique forged iron antique French floor lamp, circa 1900 was originally a candle stand used to illuminate a corner of a room.

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Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Maison Jansen Floor Lamp with Claw Feet and Waxed Candle Candelabra

Unavailable

H 62 in W 12 in D 12 in

Maison Jansen Floor Lamp with Claw Feet and Waxed Candle Candelabra

By Maison Jansen

Located in Shrewsbury, GB

A beautiful Maison Jansen floor lamp with a claw feet base and stunning above. A brass column leading to a large waxed candelabra attached to a three bulb fitting, which are all adju...

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Mid-20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique Italian Silver Leaf Carved Wood Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Unavailable

H 68 in W 18 in D 18 in

Antique Italian Silver Leaf Carved Wood Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1900

Located in Houston, TX

A substantial antique Italian silver leaf covered carved wood candle stand circa 1900 converted into a custom floor lamp wired for American electricity.

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Silver Leaf

Italian Alter Candle Lamp

Unavailable

H 58 in Dm 19 in

Italian Alter Candle Lamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

Carved and marbleized 19th Century alter candle holder lamp. Italy.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Antique Italian Silver Gilt Candle Stand circa 1890 Converted to a Floor Lamp

Unavailable

H 72 in W 18 in D 18 in

Antique Italian Silver Gilt Candle Stand circa 1890 Converted to a Floor Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

An imposing antique Italian silver gilt candle stand circa 1890 now converted to a floor lamp.

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Antique 1890s Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Silver Leaf

French Fair Forge Candle Stand Lamp

Unavailable

H 66 in W 19 in D 3 in

French Fair Forge Candle Stand Lamp

Located in Round Top, TX

French Wrought Iron Candle Stand Lamp. It has been electrified for use as a floor lamp.

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Early 20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp

Unavailable

H 61 in Dm 14 in

Tommi Parzinger Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Parzinger iron floor lamp, metal candle covers. Rewired with twist cord shade $250.00.

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Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Antique French Forged Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1890

Unavailable

H 64 in Dm 22 in

Antique French Forged Iron Floor Lamp, circa 1890

Located in Houston, TX

A striking five-light antique French forged iron (fer forgé) candle stand floor lamp, circa 1890 now wired for American electricity.

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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Lampadaire "Molla" Eleonora Peduzzi pour Candle

Unavailable

H 68.12 in W 11.82 in D 3.27 in L 68.12 in

Lampadaire "Molla" Eleonora Peduzzi pour Candle

By Eleonore Peduzzi Riva

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Ce lampadaire "Molla" (modèle D901), créé au début des années 1970 par l'architecte milanaise Eleonora Peduzzi Riva pour l'éditeur Candle, est une icône du design italien radical. E...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare European rush/candle light, 18th century

Unavailable

H 33 in

Rare European rush/candle light, 18th century

Located in Clear Spring, MD

Rare form!! A combination rush and candle lighting device that stands on the floor. Most lighting devices are table-top models. The base is hand-planed and measures about 9 by 7 inc...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Unknown Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

18th Century Brought Iron Torchère Floor Lamp

Unavailable

H 54 in W 24 in D 20.5 in

18th Century Brought Iron Torchère Floor Lamp

Located in Alella, ES

It could be reconverted into floor lamp if rewired. Beautiful age patina.

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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Baroque Torchères

Materials

Wrought Iron

Floor Lamp "Pekino" by Sergio Asti, Candle Italy 1972

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H 81.89 in W 16.74 in D 16.74 in

Floor Lamp "Pekino" by Sergio Asti, Candle Italy 1972

By Sergio Asti, Candle

Located in Berlin, DE

Floor Lamp "Pekino" by Sergio Asti, Candle Italy 1972

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare "Falena" Floor Lamp by Mario Bellini for Candle

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H 48 in W 20 in D 18 in

Rare "Falena" Floor Lamp by Mario Bellini for Candle

By Mario Bellini, Candle

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare Falena floor lamp designed by Mario Bellini for Candle in Italy, 1968.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Candle stick floor lamp

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H 55 in Dm 17 in

Candle stick floor lamp

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

Silver leafed metal floor lamp with foliate detailing

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Vintage 1940s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Iron Candle Stand as Floor Lamp

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H 59 in Dm 18 in

Vintage Iron Candle Stand as Floor Lamp

Located in Chireno, TX

Vintage painted iron candle stand newly wired as floor lamp with rolled-edge linen shade.

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Mid-20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Cascading Candle Floor Lamp

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H 69 in Dm 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Cascading Candle Floor Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant, Mid-Century Modern floor lamp features five brass stems with cascading candle lights covered in smoked and amber glass shades on a circular metal base.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Sergio Asti for Candle adjustable floorlamp

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H 47.25 in W 27.56 in D 9.85 in

Sergio Asti for Candle adjustable floorlamp

By Candle, Sergio Asti

Located in BE

Discover timeless elegance with the '25' Italian floor lamp from the 1960s by Sergio Asti for Candle.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Gae Aulenti Sistema Trepiu Floor Lamp

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H 72.05 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in

Gae Aulenti Sistema Trepiu Floor Lamp

By Livio Castiglioni, Gae Aulenti, Candle

Located in Dronten, NL

Gae Aulenti & Livio Castiglioni "Sistema Trepiu" floor lamp, original 1978 candle edition. Marked with candle label inside the shade.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome, Iron

Vintage Iron Candle Stand as Custom Floor Lamp

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H 68.5 in Dm 21 in

Vintage Iron Candle Stand as Custom Floor Lamp

Located in Chireno, TX

Early 20th century iron candle stand, with gilt detail, newly wired as custom floor lamp with linen shade.

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Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Gilt Metal, Wrought Iron

c.1900 Antique Italian Candle Pricket/Floor-lamp

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H 50 in Dm 18.25 in

c.1900 Antique Italian Candle Pricket/Floor-lamp

Located in Highwood, IL

Exquisite scrolled and twisted iron antique Italian floor pricket that someone ingeniously wired into a lamp. A real beauty, this style works well with French, Spanish, and Mediterra...

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Early 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Vintage English Brass Barley Twist Candle Stick Floor Lamp

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H 46.75 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Vintage English Brass Barley Twist Candle Stick Floor Lamp

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The Vintage English Brass Barley Twist Candle Stick Floor Lamp brings vintage charm and elegance to any setting.

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Early 20th Century British Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Baroque Style Ornate Wrought Iron Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1880

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H 67 in W 8 in D 16 in

Baroque Style Ornate Wrought Iron Candle Stand Floor Lamp, circa 1880

Located in San Francisco, CA

17th century Baroque style ornate wrought iron candle stand floor lamp, circa 1880. Italian made, fabricated in the manner of period iron work.

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

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Floor Candle Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of floor candle lamps is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, iron and brass, all floor candle lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 50 antique and vintage floor candle lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Floor candle lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Floor candle lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Baroque hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many floor candle lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Sergio Asti, Candle, Milan and Eleonore Peduzzi Riva produced popular floor candle lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Floor Candle Lamps?

Floor candle lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $1,988, while the lowest priced sells for $673 and the highest can go for as much as $137,500.

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 Floor Candle Lamps

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 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 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.
Should a floor lamp match my table lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
It doesn't need to match exactly; consistent wood tone or metal finish reads more intentional than an identical pair.
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 you identify an old floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Are LED floor lamps worth it?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
How do you identify an antique floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
How tall should a floor lamp be next to a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
A floor lamp used for reading typically measures 58 to 62 inches, positioning the shade just above shoulder height when seated.
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.
What's the difference between a floor lamp and a table lamp for a living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Floor lamps provide ambient or reading light from the floor and free up surface space, while table lamps sit on a side table and offer more localized, task-oriented light.