What are floor lamps?

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

How tall should floor lamps be?

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

What is the best floor lamp?

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

What is a torchiere floor lamp?

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

What is a good bright floor lamp?

A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?

On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How do I choose an arc floor lamp?

To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp for reading?

Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?

There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best reading floor lamp?

The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What are the parts of a floor lamp called?

The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall should an arc floor lamp be?

How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.

Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?

Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of floor lamp gives the most light?

The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.

How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?

The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

Cane Floor Lamps

Vico Magistretti Bar Stools

Category

2010s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Limestone, Steel

Cane Floor Lamp in Gunmetal Black

H 72 in W 30 in D 8 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

Marco Agnoli Flûte Woven Cane Floor Lamp for Pierantonio Bonacina, Italy

By Pierantonio Bonacina

Located in Miami, FL

Organic modern Flûte floor lamp with large woven cane lamp shade that sits upon a beech wood carved

Category

Late 20th Century European Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Cane, Beech

Marco Agnoli Flûte Woven Cane Floor Lamp for Pierantonio Bonacina, Italy

H 70.75 in W 22 in D 14.5 in

2 x Marco Agnoli for Pierantonio Bonacina XL / Flûte Floor Lamp in Cane and Wood

By Pierantonio Bonacina

Located in WEERT, NL

Organic modern Flûte floor lamps with large woven cane lamp shade that sits upon a beech wood base

Category

1990s Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

2 x Marco Agnoli for Pierantonio Bonacina XL / Flûte Floor Lamp in Cane and Wood

H 70.87 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Sculptural Cane Wrapped Floor Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Sculptural cane wrapped floor lamp. Has the ability to telescope and the shade pivots. Original

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Cane Wrapped Floor Lamp

H 59 in W 23 in D 23 in

21st Century Floor Lamp with Cane and Marble

By Merve Kahraman

Located in New York, NY

planet Saturn, the designer created these exceptional lighting series. Cassini floor lamps come with

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Cane

21st Century Floor Lamp with Cane and Marble

H 86.6 in W 54 in D 27.5 in

Floor lamp, anonymous, Sweden, 1970s, Brass, cane, opal glass

Located in Stockholm, SE

Floor lamp, anonymous, Sweden, 1970s. Brass, cane and opal glass.

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Floor lamp, anonymous, Sweden, 1970s, Brass, cane, opal glass

H 61.82 in Dm 26.78 in

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Floor Lamp in Brass and Cane

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, floor lamp, model '9628', brass, perforated brass, cane, Finland, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy Floor Lamp in Brass and Cane

H 57.09 in W 7.88 in D 14.57 in

Tall Art Deco Bamboo Cane Column Floor Lamp

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Tall Art Deco bamboo cane column floor lamp. This is a very stylish Art Deco column floor lamp

Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo

Tall Art Deco Bamboo Cane Column Floor Lamp

H 65 in W 12 in D 12 in

Brass and Cane Wrapped Floor Lamp After Paavo Tynell, circa 1950s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

A floor lamp, made by an unknown designer. Brass rod construction with the bottom portion expertly

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass and Cane Wrapped Floor Lamp After Paavo Tynell, circa 1950s

H 44 in W 19 in D 9 in

21st Century Blue Floor Lamp with Cane and Rosa Pink Marble

By Merve Kahraman

Located in New York, NY

planet Saturn, the designer created these exceptional lighting series. Cassini floor lamps come with

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Cane

21st Century Blue Floor Lamp with Cane and Rosa Pink Marble

H 86.6 in W 54 in D 27.5 in

21st Century Green Floor Lamp with Cane and Rosa Pink Marble

By Merve Kahraman

Located in New York, NY

planet Saturn, designer created these exceptional series of lighting. Cassini floor lamps come with

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

21st Century Green Floor Lamp with Cane and Rosa Pink Marble

H 82.6 in W 63 in D 23 in

21st Century Gray Floor Lamp with Cane, Salome Marble and Brass

By Merve Kahraman

Located in New York, NY

planet Saturn, designer created these exceptional series of lighting. Cassini floor lamps come with

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

21st Century Gray Floor Lamp with Cane, Salome Marble and Brass

H 82.6 in W 63 in D 23 in

21st Century Yellow Floor Lamp with Cane, Black Marble and Brass

By Merve Kahraman

Located in New York, NY

planet Saturn, designer created these exceptional series of lighting. Cassini floor lamps come with

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

21st Century Yellow Floor Lamp with Cane, Black Marble and Brass

H 82.6 in W 63 in D 23 in

Italian Twisted Glass Cane and Brass 1930s Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A truly stunning, unique and beautiful design is this exceptional Italian floor lamp made of Murano

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Twisted Glass Cane and Brass 1930s Floor Lamp

H 73 in Dm 19.5 in

2 x Marco Agnoli for Pierantonio Bonacina XL / Flûte Floor Lamp in Cane and Wood

By Pierantonio Bonacina

Located in WEERT, NL

Organic modern Flûte floor lamps with large woven cane lamp shade that sits upon a beech wood

Category

1990s Italian Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

2 x Marco Agnoli for Pierantonio Bonacina XL / Flûte Floor Lamp in Cane and Wood

H 70.87 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076 by J.T. Kalmar, Patinated Brass Wood Cane, 1960

By Rupert Nikoll, Werkstätte Carl Auböck, J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A gorgeous floor lamp by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Floor Lamp 'Dornstab' No. 2076 by J.T. Kalmar, Patinated Brass Wood Cane, 1960

H 59.85 in W 17.72 in D 23.63 in

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Black, Woven Cane and Terrazzo

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Frame lamp stands out for its strong shapes made of Terrazzo stone, with opal glass globes kindly

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Black, Woven Cane and Terrazzo

H 66.93 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Cobalt Blue, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

wrapped by a smooth, curved lacquered metal structure. Powder coated in Cobalt Blue, the Frame Floor lamp

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Cobalt Blue, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

H 66.93 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Salmon Rose, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

sculptoric shape that embraces soft light. Powder Coated in Salmon Pink , Frame floor lamp's finish is smooth

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Salmon Rose, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

H 66.93 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Copper Color, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

wrapped by a smooth, curved lacquered metal structure. Powder coated in Cobalt Blue, the Frame Floor lamp

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Style Frame Floor Lamp Copper Color, Woven Cane and Terrazzo by UTU

H 66.93 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Very Tall Italian Rattan Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Very tall and stylish Italian rattan floor lamp. This rattan is skillfully crafted and woven with a

Category

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

Materials

Rattan

Very Tall Italian Rattan Floor Lamp

H 77 in W 22 in D 22 in

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp, 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp, 1960s

H 58.27 in Dm 13.78 in

Bamboo Floor Lamp by Ramón Castellano for Kalma, 1970

By Kalma Ramon Castellano

Located in Benalmadena, ES

Fantastic Tipi-inspired lamp made of bamboo canes, super decorative and ideal for pleasant

Category

Vintage 1970s Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

Bamboo Floor Lamp by Ramón Castellano for Kalma, 1970

H 65.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Sculptural "Shroom" Rattan Floor Lamp

Located in Oxford, GB

This stunning rattan floor lamp is an exquisite mid-century modern piece, expertly crafted with an

Category

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

Materials

Rattan

Sculptural "Shroom" Rattan Floor Lamp

H 63 in W 27.56 in D 13.78 in

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp G-37, 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Markaryd, Sweden, 1960s. Model G-37.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Cane

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp G-37, 1960s

H 56.5 in Dm 11.82 in

Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9609 Produced by Taito Oy

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare floor lamp model 9609 designed by Paavo Tynell. Produced by Taito Oy in Finland.

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Floor Lamp Model 9609 Produced by Taito Oy

H 59.85 in W 14.18 in D 23.63 in

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing floor lamp in bamboo and rattan in the style of Franco Albini. Made in Italy

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s

H 75.2 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing floor lamp in bamboo and rattan in the style of Franco Albini. Made in Italy in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy 1960s

H 61.03 in Dm 20.67 in

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen by Hienoteräs

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara

Category

Vintage 1950s Albanian Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen by Hienoteräs

H 53.75 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Ilmari Tapiovaara "Maija the Bee" Floor Lamp by Hienoteras in Finland

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Ilmari Tapiovaara "Maija the Bee" Floor Lamp by Hienoteras in Finland

H 54.73 in Dm 5.52 in

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Louis Sognot Style, Italy 1960s

By Louis Sognot

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing floor Lamp in bamboo and rattan in the style of Louis Sognot. Made in Italy in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Louis Sognot Style, Italy 1960s

H 74.81 in W 22.45 in D 15.75 in

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s

By Louis Sognot, Franco Albini

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury amazing one lights floor lamp in bamboo and rattan in the style of the Italian designer

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s

H 57.68 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp Model "Maija the Bee" by Hienoteräs in Finland

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp Model "Maija the Bee" by Hienoteräs in Finland

H 54.73 in Dm 5.52 in

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp Model "Maija the Bee" by Hienoteräs in Finland

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare and early floor lamp “Maija the bee” / Maija Mehiläinen designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ilmari Tapiovaara Floor Lamp Model "Maija the Bee" by Hienoteräs in Finland

H 54.73 in Dm 5.52 in

Lisa Johansson-Pape Floor Lamps Model 30-058 by Orno in Finland

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Very rare pair of floor lamps model 30-058 designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape. Produced by Orno in

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lisa Johansson-Pape Floor Lamps Model 30-058 by Orno in Finland

H 61.42 in Dm 13.78 in

Paavo Tynell "Model 9602" Brass Floor Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Utrecht, NL

, Taito Oy. The model “9602” floor lamp is a well known design famous for its large Chinese hat style

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "Model 9602" Brass Floor Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s

H 60.24 in Dm 24.02 in

Bamboo, Rattan & Cotton Table or Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s

By Louis Sognot, Franco Albini

Located in Rome, IT

Amazing table or floor lamp in bamboo, rattan and cotton in the style of the Italian design Franco

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Fabric, Cotton, Cane

Bamboo, Rattan & Cotton Table or Floor Lamp Franco Albini Style, Italy, 1960s

H 20.08 in Dm 12.6 in

Eiffel Tower Paris Pencil Reed & Bend Bamboo Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp 1970

Located in Miami, FL

Handcrafted tall Mid-Century Modern Eiffel Tower Paris pencil reed, cane & bamboo floor lamp with

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Reed

Eiffel Tower Paris Pencil Reed & Bend Bamboo Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp 1970

H 60 in W 17 in D 17 in

Italian Rainbow Table Lamp and Floor Lamp in Blown Murano Glass, 1980, Venice

By Vintage Murano Gallery

Located in Villaverla, IT

Italian Rainbow table lamp and floor lamp in blown Murano glass, 1980, Venice. This outstanding

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Rainbow Table Lamp and Floor Lamp in Blown Murano Glass, 1980, Venice

H 61.42 in Dm 11.81 in

Paavo Tynell for Taito Floor Lamp in Brass and Leather

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy, floor lamp, model 9608, brass, leather, Finland, 1950s. Elegant floor

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell for Taito Floor Lamp in Brass and Leather

H 50.4 in W 11.03 in D 14.38 in

Mid-Century Austrian Wicker Floor Lamp " Renee " by J.T. Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, Austria

A rare Austrian mid-century floor lamp from J.T. Kalmar, manufactured around 1960. It features a

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Austrian Wicker Floor Lamp " Renee " by J.T. Kalmar

H 43.31 in Dm 12.6 in

Lightolier Brass Tripod Floor Lamp in the style of Paul McCobb

By Lightolier, Paul McCobb

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Lightolier Brass Tripod Floor Lamp. 3 way switch turns 1, 2, or all 3 bulbs on. Still retains its

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Brass Tripod Floor Lamp in the style of Paul McCobb

H 53 in Dm 19.5 in

French Riviera Floor Lamp in Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo, Sognot Style, Italy 1960s

By Louis Sognot

Located in Roma, IT

Riviera style floor lamp has a sturdy base with four legs in curved bamboo canes, embellished by gorgeous

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

French Riviera Floor Lamp in Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo, Sognot Style, Italy 1960s

H 69.69 in Dm 29.53 in

Paavo Tynell "9602" Brass Floor Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy

Located in Utrecht, NL

, Taito Oy. The model “9602” floor lamp is a well known design famous for its large Chinese hat style

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell "9602" Brass Floor Lamp for Taito Oy, Finland, 1950s

H 59.85 in Dm 23.63 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI XL floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI XL floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

H 153.54 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Large floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Large floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

H 102.36 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Medium floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Medium floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

H 92.52 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Large floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Large floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

H 102.36 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Small floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Small floor lamp in Matt Black by Enzo Calabrese

H 84.64 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI XL floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI XL floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

H 153.54 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Small floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Small floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

H 84.64 in Dm 17.72 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Medium floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI Medium floor lamp in Matt White by Enzo Calabrese

H 92.52 in Dm 17.72 in

Contemporary Italian Art Deco 7-Leaf Palm Tree Organic Modern Brass Floor Lamp

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

Can be produced in different colored lacquers and finishes as per image. An organic modern floor

Category

2010s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Italian Art Deco 7-Leaf Palm Tree Organic Modern Brass Floor Lamp

H 95.5 in W 38 in D 26 in

Kalmar Brass Floor Lamp 'Cavador' No. 2098, Height Adjustable, 1960, 1 of 2

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

One of two very rare and gorgeous brass floor lamps model 'Cavador' no. 2098 by J.T. Kalmar

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kalmar Brass Floor Lamp 'Cavador' No. 2098, Height Adjustable, 1960, 1 of 2

H 63 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in

Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Palm Tree Pair of 7-Leaf Brass Floor Lamps

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

floor lamps, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a very realistic contemporary creation with an Art Deco

Category

2010s Italian Hellenistic Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Palm Tree Pair of 7-Leaf Brass Floor Lamps

H 95.5 in W 38 in D 26 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI 440 OUTDOOR floor lamp in matt white by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI 440 OUTDOOR floor lamp in matt white by Enzo Calabrese

H 152 in Dm 18.5 in

Davide Groppi SAMPEI 440 OUTDOOR floor lamp in matt black by Enzo Calabrese

By Davide Groppi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and elegant sign, which brings to mind the subtle branches of a willow tree or bamboo canes floating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Davide Groppi SAMPEI 440 OUTDOOR floor lamp in matt black by Enzo Calabrese

H 152 in Dm 18.5 in

Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Palm Tree Pair of 7-Leaf Brass Floor Lamps

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

floor lamps, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a very realistic contemporary creation with an Art Deco

Category

2010s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Italian Art Deco Design Palm Tree Pair of 7-Leaf Brass Floor Lamps

H 95.5 in W 38 in D 26 in

Cactus Big Velvet Lamp by Mickael Koska

Located in Geneve, CH

Cactus Big Velvet Lamp by Mickael Koska Dimensions: Ø 44 cm x H 170 cm. Materials: Pyrex diffusing

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Cactus Big Velvet Lamp by Mickael Koska

H 66.93 in Dm 17.33 in

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Cane Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of cane floor lamps is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct cane floor lamps — often made from cane, natural fiber and metal — can elevate any home. Find 71 antique and vintage cane floor lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cane floor lamps have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cane floor lamps made by Scandinavian Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made cane floor lamps over the years, but those made by Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy and Merve Kahraman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Cane Floor Lamps?

Prices for cane floor lamps start at $975 and top out at $49,129 with the average selling for $11,627.

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 Cane Floor 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 the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a torchiere floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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

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

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

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

Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room

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

NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection

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

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

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