What are floor lamps?

A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

How tall should floor lamps be?

A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp?

Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

What is a torchiere floor lamp?

A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.

What is 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.

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.

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.

Building Lamp Floor

Lisa Johansson Pape Senator

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Modern White Pink or Blue Empire State Building Table or Floor Lamp

H 33.47 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

AJ Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

AJ Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in W 10.8 in D 10.8 in

AJ Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

AJ Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in W 10.8 in D 10.8 in

AJ Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

AJ Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in W 10.8 in D 10.8 in

AJ Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

AJ Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in W 10.8 in D 10.8 in

AJ Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in New York, NY

over the world. At that time, the AJ family comprised a table and a floor lamp as well as a wall lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

AJ Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in W 10.8 in D 10.8 in

Vl38 Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

distribution. The shade is painted white on the inside to ensure a soft comfortable light. VL38 floor lamp is

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Vl38 Floor Lamp

H 9.9 in Dm 47.2 in

Vintage Chrome Floor Lamp

Located in Hellerup, DK

There's something very monumental and architectural about this chrome 1970s floor lamp - like a

Category

Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chrome Floor Lamp

H 55.12 in Dm 11.82 in

Floor Lamp 1960, Italian

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Art Deco Material: chrome and glass German 1920 You want to live in the golden years

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Floor Lamp 1960, Italian

H 59.06 in W 21.66 in D 7.09 in

Bricks Floor Lamp C3

By Kueng Caputo

Located in Copenhagen, DK

and transforming the standard building materials into crafted architecture. They use the standard

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bricks Floor Lamp C3

H 61.03 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Bricks, Floor Lamp C2

By Kueng Caputo

Located in Copenhagen, DK

and transforming the standard building materials into crafted architecture. They use the standard

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bricks, Floor Lamp C2

H 61.03 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Floor Lamp in Chrome Metal

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A curious floor lamp"Building" in chrome metal.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Floor Lamp in Chrome Metal

H 59.85 in Dm 5.12 in

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809

By Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in Dronten, NL

This beautiful floor light features thee hand-riveted shades, each formed from delicate, lacquered

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Alvar Aalto Floor Lamp A809

H 66.15 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in

Alexallen Studio, "Cane", Floor Lamp

By AlexAllen Studio

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cane is the first floor lamp in AlexAllen Studio's expanding lighting collection. Building off the

Category

2010s North American Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Limestone, Aluminum

Alexallen Studio, "Cane", Floor Lamp

H 72 in W 30 in D 4 in

PD2 Floor Lamp, Matte White

By Joaquim Ruiz Millet, Gubi, Barba Corsini

Located in Berkeley, CA

The PD2 floor lamp is designed in 1955 by Barba Corsini to be part of the interior decoration in

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

PD2 Floor Lamp, Matte White

H 44.5 in Dm 15.35 in

PD2 Floor Lamp, Matte Black

By Gubi, Joaquim Ruiz Millet, Barba Corsini

Located in Berkeley, CA

The PD2 floor lamp is designed in 1955 by Barba Corsini to be part of the interior decoration in

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

PD2 Floor Lamp, Matte Black

H 44.5 in Dm 15.35 in

Folio Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

By Kutarq Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Folio Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio Materials: Stainless steel. Dimensions: D 35 x W 45 x H 43 cm

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Folio Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

H 16.93 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in

Beautiful Gio Ponti Floor Lamp, 1974

By Gio Ponti, Gioffredo Reggiani

Located in Berlin, DE

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

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Beautiful Gio Ponti Floor Lamp, 1974

H 45.28 in Dm 5.91 in

Gvpo Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

By Kutarq Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Gvpo Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio Materials: Aluminum. Dimensions: D 21 x W 16 x H 135 cm Customized

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Gvpo Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

H 53.15 in W 6.3 in D 8.27 in

Parliament Floor Lamp by Le Corbusier

By Cassina

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Designed for his masterful Chandigarh Parliament building, Le Corbusier‚ Parliament floor lamp is

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Parliament Floor Lamp by Le Corbusier

H 70.9 in Dm 10.2 in

16 Tree Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16 Tree floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D400 x H710 cm Materials: mounting plate bead-blasted

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16 Tree Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 279.53 in Dm 157.49 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp You want to live in the golden years, those are the floor lamps that your project needs

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1930, German

H 70.08 in Dm 16.93 in

21st Century Sears Floor Lamp Aged Brass

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Chicago and one of the tallest buildings in the world. Porustudio designed Sears floor lamp under the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

21st Century Sears Floor Lamp Aged Brass

H 57.09 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in

21st Century Mitte Floor Lamp Brass Glass

Located in RIO TINTO, PT

Berlin. Mitte contemporary floor lamp was born in Berlin’s historic core, in a tribute to one of its most

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

21st Century Mitte Floor Lamp Brass Glass

H 70.87 in W 15.75 in D 23.63 in

Huge Murano Floor Lamp , Enzo Ciampalini, 1970s

By Enzo Ciampalini

Located in Rijssen, NL

Sculptural floor lamp (73.6 ") in golden aluminum, supporting a cup in amber-tinted Venetian Murano

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Gold

Huge Murano Floor Lamp , Enzo Ciampalini, 1970s

H 73.63 in Dm 23.63 in

Floor Lamp Sculpture by Jacques Jarrige

By Jacques Jarrige

Located in New York, NY

A Unique Sculpture/Standing lamp by Jacques Jarrige made of hand cut plywood assembled together

Category

2010s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Plywood

Floor Lamp Sculpture by Jacques Jarrige

H 65 in Dm 26.5 in

Fontana Arte Floor Lamp, Glass Lighting , Sculptural

By Matteo Nunziati, Fontana Arte

Located in Milano, IT

Modern and Sculptural Italian floor lamp - Rare and Collectible lighting The present lamp

Category

Early 2000s Italian Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Fontana Arte Floor Lamp, Glass Lighting , Sculptural

H 78.75 in Dm 11.82 in

Mario Botta for Artemide ‘Shogun’ Floor Lamp

By Mario Botta, Artemide

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Botta for Artemide, 'Shogun' floor lamp, aluminum, steel, Italy, 1986 Mario Botta referred

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mario Botta for Artemide ‘Shogun’ Floor Lamp

H 76.78 in W 11.82 in D 12.6 in

Mario Botta for Artemide ‘Shogun’ Floor Lamps

By Mario Botta, Artemide

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mario Botta for Artemide, 'Shogun' floor lamps, aluminum, steel, Italy, 1986 Mario Botta referred

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Mario Botta for Artemide ‘Shogun’ Floor Lamps

H 76.78 in W 11.82 in D 12.6 in

Alvar Aalto `Angel Wing` Floor Lamp A805

By Alvar Aalto, Valaisinpaja Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

This lamp is a legendary Alvar Aalto design and one of his finest creations. It was first designed

Category

Vintage 1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Alvar Aalto `Angel Wing` Floor Lamp A805

H 66.93 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in

Lisa Johansson-Pape Floor Lamp by Orno

By Orno Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Helsinki, FI

paid more attention to the function of the lamp firstly, then the design feature secondly. Lisa

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape Floor Lamp by Orno

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H 57.49 in Dm 16.54 in

Unique Xango Floor Lamp by Gustavo Dias

By Gustavo Dias

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Xango floor lamp by Gustavo Dias Xangô lamp Ebonized wood Steel flexibles Aluminum

Category

2010s Brazilian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Unique Xango Floor Lamp by Gustavo Dias

H 63 in W 39.38 in D 31.5 in

Black Bloop Floor Lamp by Nick Pourfard

Located in Geneve, CH

Black bloop floor lamp by Nick Pourfard Dimensions: D 46 x W 61 x H 61 cm. Materials: metal

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Black Bloop Floor Lamp by Nick Pourfard

H 24.02 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in

7-Lens Floor Lamp by Object Density

Located in Geneve, CH

7-Lens floor lamp by Object Density Handmade Dimensions: Ø28 x 125 cm Material: Brass (Messing

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

7-Lens Floor Lamp by Object Density

H 49.22 in Dm 11.03 in

5-Lens Floor Lamp by Object Density

Located in Geneve, CH

5-lens floor lamp by Object Density Handmade Dimensions: Ø28 x 108 cm Material: Brass (Messing

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

5-Lens Floor Lamp by Object Density

H 42.52 in Dm 11.03 in

Hans Weiss Floor Lamp with Floating Table

By Hans Weiss

Located in Hanover, MA

Custom floor lamp with floating round table on stem designed by Hans Weiss in 1960 for the master

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Hans Weiss Floor Lamp with Floating Table

H 56 in Dm 17.5 in

Ocean Flame Floor Lamp by the Shaw

Located in Geneve, CH

Ocean flame floor lamp by The Shaw Dimensions: D24 x W 24 x H 180 cm Materials: Stainless Steel

Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ocean Flame Floor Lamp by the Shaw

H 70.87 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

Industrial Architectural Floor Lamp by Louis Baldinger

By Louis Baldinger & Sons

Located in San Diego, CA

A very cool industrial architectural floor lamp by Louis Baldinger, circa 1980s. The piece is in

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Industrial Architectural Floor Lamp by Louis Baldinger

H 59 in W 28 in D 11 in

Floor Lamp 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Materials: iron and gold leaf You want to live in

Category

Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

Floor Lamp 1900, Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty

H 72.64 in Dm 20.87 in

Delta L Floor Lamp by Frederic Saulou

By Frederic Saulou

Located in Geneve, CH

Delta L floor lamp by Frederic Saulou Limited Edition of 5 Materials: White glass, Green pink

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

Delta L Floor Lamp by Frederic Saulou

H 68.9 in W 11.03 in D 11.82 in

Manhattan Contemporary Floor Lamp, White Plaster Finish, Unique

By Benediko

Located in Freiburg im Breisgau, DE

Manhattan Floor Lamp resembles visual verticality of New York’s buildings. Hand sculpted and unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Manhattan Contemporary Floor Lamp, White Plaster Finish, Unique

H 75.6 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in

Ido-F1 Brass Marble Base Floor Lamp

By Jonathan Amar

Located in Paris, FR

composed of artisanal articulating lamps and side tables following three years of research and development

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Ido-F1 Brass Marble Base Floor Lamp

H 61.03 in Dm 9.85 in

Vilhelm Lauritzen 'Radiohus' Floor Lamps for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Vilhelm Lauritzen

Located in Glendale, CA

Vilhelm Lauritzen 'Radiohus' floor lamps for Louis Poulsen. The VL38 floor lamp was originally

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Aluminum

Vilhelm Lauritzen 'Radiohus' Floor Lamps for Louis Poulsen

H 45 in W 6.5 in D 10 in

Louis Poulsen VL38 Floor Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen

By Vilhelm Lauritzen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

About This Product VL38 floor lamp is based on the original design of the VL38 table lamp. The VL38

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Louis Poulsen VL38 Floor Lamp by Vilhelm Lauritzen

H 47.2 in Dm 9.9 in

Antique Japonisme / Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Wooden Floor Lamp

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Illuminate your space with this Antique Turned Wooden Floor Lamp, a unique piece of lighting that

Category

Early 20th Century Japonisme Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Antique Japonisme / Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Wooden Floor Lamp

H 70 in Dm 13.5 in

Gubi Satellite Outdoor Floor Lamp by Mathieu Mategot

By Gubi, Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Building on the Satellite Collection of whimsical, modernist sculptural lamps, the Satellite

Category

2010s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Gubi Satellite Outdoor Floor Lamp by Mathieu Mategot

H 50.4 in W 46.86 in D 7.88 in

Gubi Satellite Outdoor Floor Lamp by Mathieu Mategot

By Gubi, Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Building on the Satellite Collection of whimsical, modernist sculptural lamps, the Satellite

Category

2010s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Gubi Satellite Outdoor Floor Lamp by Mathieu Mategot

H 50.4 in W 46.86 in D 7.88 in

Curtis Jere Geometric Polished Stainless Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Hanover, MA

Very clean and dramatic architectural floor lamp comprised of multiple segments of mirror polished

Category

Vintage 1970s American Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Curtis Jere Geometric Polished Stainless Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 63 in W 9 in D 9 in

Sculpted Brick & Truss "Gavyn" Floor Lamp by Arcana

By Arcana

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The destructive forces that seem to have shaped the Gavyn floor lamp are no longer seen, yet are

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Other

Sculpted Brick & Truss "Gavyn" Floor Lamp by Arcana

H 84 in W 44 in D 28 in

Pair of Floor Lamp Art Deco 1970, France

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Material: iron and bronze France 1930 You want to live in the golden years, those

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Floor Lamp Art Deco 1970, France

H 65.36 in Dm 19.69 in

Louis Poulsen AJ Floor Lamp by Arne Jacobsen

By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in New York, NY

is a world famous Danish modernistic architect. His buildings are numerous in Denmark, Germany and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Louis Poulsen AJ Floor Lamp by Arne Jacobsen

H 10.8 in Dm 51.2 in

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1920, France, Material, Wood

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Floor lamp Material: wood France 1930 You want to live in the golden years, those are the floor

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Floor Lamp Art Deco 1920, France, Material, Wood

H 69.3 in Dm 23.63 in

Croisette Brass Floor Lamp, Signed by Stefan Leo

By Atelier Stefan Leo

Located in Geneve, CH

Croisette brass floor lamp, signed by Stefan Leo. Brass patinated (dark brown or green). Measures

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Croisette Brass Floor Lamp, Signed by Stefan Leo

H 66.93 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Croisette Brass Floor Lamp, Signed by Stefan Leo

By Atelier Stefan Leo

Located in Geneve, CH

Croisette brass floor lamp, signed by Stefan Leo. Brass patinated (dark brown or green). Measure

Category

2010s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Croisette Brass Floor Lamp, Signed by Stefan Leo

H 66.93 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Azucena Monachella Floor Lamp by Luigi Caccia Dominioni

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni, Azucena

Located in Novedrate, IT

The Monachella lamp takes its name from the black veil worn by nuns as they go about their daily

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Azucena Monachella Floor Lamp by Luigi Caccia Dominioni

H 47.84 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in

16.25 Elm Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16.25 Elm Trunk sculptural floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D 106 x W 242 x H 469 cm Materials

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16.25 Elm Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 184.65 in W 95.28 in D 41.74 in

16.20 Hawthorne Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16.20 Hawthorne trunk sculptural floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D 213.5 x W 270.5 x H 356 cm

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16.20 Hawthorne Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 140.16 in W 81.7 in D 84.06 in

16.15 Cypress Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16.15 Cypress Trunk Sculptural floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D 164 x W 354 x H 354 cm

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16.15 Cypress Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 139.38 in W 85.63 in D 64.57 in

16.35 Aspen Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16.35 Aspen Trunk sculptural floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D 122 x W 265 x H 712 cm Materials

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16.35 Aspen Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 280.32 in W 104.34 in D 48.04 in

16.40 Birch Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

Located in Geneve, CH

16.40 Birch trunk sculptural floor lamp by Bocci Dimensions: D 203.5 x W 293 x H 710 cm

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

16.40 Birch Trunk Scuptural Floor Lamp by Bocci

H 279.53 in W 115.36 in D 80.12 in

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A building lamp floor can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,600, while the lowest priced sells for $201 and the highest can go for as much as $80,104.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Building Lamp Floor

What are floor lamps?
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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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How tall should floor lamps be?
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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 the best floor lamp?
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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?
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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 for reading?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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 is a good bright floor lamp?
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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?
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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?
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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.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
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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?
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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?
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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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