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.

Floor And Ceiling Lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kepler K15F1, Brass and Blown Glass Floor Lamp by Angela Ardisson

H 63.78 in W 20.48 in D 14.18 in

Kepler K50, Brass and Blown Glass Floor Lamp by Angela Ardisson

Located in Milano, IT

floor and ceiling lamps are real compositions of the smallest shape, the K15, mounted on different load

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kepler K50, Brass and Blown Glass Floor Lamp by Angela Ardisson

H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in

Kepler K30, Brass and Blown Glass Floor Lamp by Angela Ardisson

Located in Milano, IT

floor and ceiling lamps are real compositions of the smallest shape, the K15, mounted on different load

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21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kepler K30, Brass and Blown Glass Floor Lamp by Angela Ardisson

H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Floor to Ceiling Pole Lamp Sonneman

By Robert and Richard Sonneman

Located in Port Jervis, NY

three-way switch. Floor to ceiling extension pole fits snugly in any room with a 8ft. ceiling. This item

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Space Age Floor to Ceiling Pole Lamp Sonneman

H 96 in W 20 in D 20 in

Fontana Arte "Equatore" High Floor Lamp Designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

By Fontana Arte, Oscar e Gabriele Buratti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, made in glass and metal and is part of a collection including table, floor and ceiling lamps. It's

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Fontana Arte "Equatore" High Floor Lamp Designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

H 68.9 in Dm 14.6 in

"Equatore" Low Floor Lamp by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti for Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte, Oscar e Gabriele Buratti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Equatore" is a low floor lamp perfect for reading, designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti and

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

"Equatore" Low Floor Lamp by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti for Fontana Arte

H 53.1 in Dm 10.5 in

Swiss Lamps Gold Plated Brass Vintage Modernist 1970s Adjustable Floor Lamp

By Swiss Lamps International

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Rare Mid-Century Modern vintage European, Swiss made dimmable 'Haloprofil' floor lamp designed by

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Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Brass

Swiss Lamps Gold Plated Brass Vintage Modernist 1970s Adjustable Floor Lamp

H 64.97 in Dm 37.41 in

1970s Pair of Iron Floor or Ceiling Lamps

Located in Marbella, ES

1970s pair of iron floor or ceiling lamps.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

1970s Pair of Iron Floor or Ceiling Lamps

H 27.56 in W 13 in D 13 in

Rare Complete Set of Mazzega Lamps, Floor, Table, Wall and Ceiling Lamp, 1960s

By AVMazzega

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

A very rare complete set consisting of a floor lamp, wall lamp, table lamp and a ceiling lamp. You

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Complete Set of Mazzega Lamps, Floor, Table, Wall and Ceiling Lamp, 1960s

H 55.52 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Anna Karlin Mulberry Globe Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp

By Anna Karlin

Located in New York, NY

A perforated hardwood post stretches from floor to ceiling, allowing the lamp armature to be moved

Category

2010s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Anna Karlin Mulberry Globe Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp

H 90 in W 18 in D 45.38 in

Eterea Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp by Emanuela Benedetti

By Officina Luce

Located in Milan, IT

This floor-to-ceiling lamp provides not only illumination but is also a elegant statement piece for

Category

2010s Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Eterea Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp by Emanuela Benedetti

H 118.12 in W 13.78 in D 6.3 in

Brass Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp from the 1960s

Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO

Brass floor-to-ceiling lamp from the 1960s. The central rod is extendable and consequently

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp from the 1960s

H 79.93 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Anders Pehrson Ateljé Lyktan SWEDEN set of 5 floor lamps f. Olympia 1972 Munich

Located in Kumhausen, DE

Anders Pehrson for Ateljé Lyktan FLOOR LAMP "OLYMPIA" set of five floor lamps recommended with 2

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Anders Pehrson Ateljé Lyktan SWEDEN set of 5 floor lamps f. Olympia 1972 Munich

H 41.74 in W 7.88 in D 11.82 in

Mid Century Brass Triple Light Floor to Ceiling Tension Pole Lamp

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century brass triple light floor-to-ceiling tension pole lamp with a heavy Googie style. This

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Brass Triple Light Floor to Ceiling Tension Pole Lamp

H 105 in Dm 18.5 in

Hikari Minimalist Japanese Light Led Tube Floor or Ceiling Lamp Black

By LAAB Milano

Located in monza, Monza and Brianza

, hanging horizontally - or vertically - from the ceiling, Hikari LED Lamp can provide a smooth and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Hikari Minimalist Japanese Light Led Tube Floor or Ceiling Lamp Black

H 61.03 in Dm 1.19 in

Fulmine Three Lights Floor to Ceiling Minimalist Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

By Silvio Mondino Studio

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Fulmine Three Lights Floor to Ceiling Minimalist Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

H 61 in W 24 in D 17 in

'Molla' Floor Lamp by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Lumenform

By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, Lumenform

Located in Echt, NL

mounted lamps which extends from floor to ceiling. The chromed rod is flexible and has a rubber ball on

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

'Molla' Floor Lamp by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Lumenform

H 137.8 in Dm 6.3 in

Bigo Floor to Ceiling Lamp by S.T. Valenti for Valenti, 1980s

By Valenti, Valenti Luce

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Fully adjustable Bigo floor to ceiling lamp by S.T. Valenti for Italian manufacturer Valenti Luci

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Bigo Floor to Ceiling Lamp by S.T. Valenti for Valenti, 1980s

H 114.18 in W 14.18 in D 66.93 in

Floor to Ceiling Lamp 'Tension' by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s

By Francesco Fois, Reggiani

Located in Padova, IT

Absolute gorgeous Italian design in chrome-plated metal with three movable spots. This lamp is

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Floor to Ceiling Lamp 'Tension' by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s

H 141.74 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Fulmine Three Lights Aged Brass Floor to Ceiling Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

By Silvio Mondino Studio

Located in Reggio Emilia, IT

Somewhere between a suspension light and a floor lamp, Fulmine (thunderbolt) engages with gravity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Fulmine Three Lights Aged Brass Floor to Ceiling Sculptural Lamp Brushed Brass

H 61 in W 24 in D 17 in

"Equatore" Large Table Lamp Designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

By Fontana Arte, Oscar e Gabriele Buratti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, made in glass and metal and is part of a collection including table, floor and ceiling lamps. It's

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

"Equatore" Large Table Lamp Designed by Gabriele & Oscar Buratti

H 23.6 in Dm 14.1 in

Italian Modern Steel Floor-to-ceiling Lamp by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1970s

By Francesco Fois, Reggiani

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern three lights steel Floor-to-ceiling lamp by Francesco Fois for Reggiani

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian Modern Steel Floor-to-ceiling Lamp by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1970s

H 114.18 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

LISA Floor Lamp

Located in Renton, WA

its highly functional, yet precisely sculptural form. Available in ceiling, wall, and floor lamp

Category

2010s Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

LISA Floor Lamp

H 71.1 in W 11.1 in D 11.1 in

Rare Midcentury Floor to Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hůrka for Napako, 1960s

By Josef Hurka, Napako

Located in Praha, CZ

- Czechoslovakia, circa 1960s - Designer: Jisef Hurka - Manufacturer: Napako - Good original condition - The height is adjustable from 235 up to 280 cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Midcentury Floor to Ceiling Lamp by Josef Hůrka for Napako, 1960s

H 102.37 in W 10.24 in D 7.88 in

Floor Lamp Duna by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for Italiana Luce, 1984

By Italiana Luce, Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo

Located in Berlin, DE

this object: Italian floor lamp Duna, designed by Marco Colombo & Mario Barbaglia for Paf Studio and

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Duna by Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo for Italiana Luce, 1984

H 75.6 in W 15.75 in D 12.6 in

V4 - Floor Lamp

By STUDIO ETIENNE BASTORMAGI

Located in Metn, LB

to my living room and offered it a sanctuary - a wall, a ceiling, a case, to pay tribute in a

Category

2010s Lebanese Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

V4 - Floor Lamp

H 49.22 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in

19th C. Neoclassical Side corner Floor Torch Lamp Pompeian S Ceiling Light LA CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

beautiful torch floor lamp. The charm and the perfect amount of lighting to brighten up the room ceiling or

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

19th C. Neoclassical Side corner Floor Torch Lamp Pompeian S Ceiling Light LA CA

H 84.5 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Chrome and Linen Floor Lamp Staff Leuchten, Germany

By Staff Leuchten

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage 1970s chrome floor lamp of German design. The lamp has a floor switch with a dimmer, but

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome and Linen Floor Lamp Staff Leuchten, Germany

H 59.85 in Dm 11.82 in

Italian modern floor lamp Luminator by Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1980s

By Flos, Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Floor lamp Luminator by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1980s Floor lamp mod

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian modern floor lamp Luminator by Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, 1980s

H 74.41 in Dm 23.63 in

Classic Scroll Malachite Floor Lamp

By Extroverso

Located in Milan, IT

Channeling ancient Greece, the Classic Scroll Malachite Floor Lamp makes a grand addition to

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Leather

Classic Scroll Malachite Floor Lamp

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

Classic Scroll Almond Floor Lamp

By Extroverso

Located in Milan, IT

Inspired by the timeless aesthetics of ancient Greece, the Classic Scroll Almond Floor Lamp is a

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Leather

Classic Scroll Almond Floor Lamp

H 70.87 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in

Maison Bagues Bronze Floor lamp

By Maison Baguès

Located in Miami, FL

Maison Bagues Bronze Floor lamp , Bamboo shape , tripod Solid bronze , high quality floor lamp

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Maison Bagues Bronze Floor lamp

H 70 in Dm 16 in

Franca Stagi & Leonardo Cesare Italian Set of 2 "Molla" Floor Lamps, 1971

By Lumenform, Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi

Located in Wolfurt, AT

Set of 2 "Molla" floor lamps, designed by Franca Stagi & Leonardo Cesare and manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Franca Stagi & Leonardo Cesare Italian Set of 2 "Molla" Floor Lamps, 1971

H 110.24 in Dm 3.55 in

Ceiling Lamp in Ground Glass and Original Italian Brass, Wood Perimeter

Located in Buggiano, IT

Hexagonal shaped ceiling lamp, in ground glass and brass, original Italian. The perimeter edge is

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ceiling Lamp in Ground Glass and Original Italian Brass, Wood Perimeter

H 5.12 in W 15.75 in D 13.39 in

Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s

Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL

around the light point illuminates both the ceiling and the floor evenly. The lamp is beautiful as mood

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Vintage Floor Lamp with Cast Iron Base and Brass, 1960s

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H 51.19 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Bride Floor Lamp Brown - Large

By Mammalampa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

! The collection is comprised of ceiling lamps in two sizes and a kindred floor lamp and table lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Paper

Bride Floor Lamp Brown - Large

H 20 in W 32 in D 32 in

Bride Floor Lamp White - Large

By Mammalampa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

the same! The collection is comprised of ceiling lamps in two sizes and a kindred floor lamp and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bride Floor Lamp White - Large

H 20 in W 32 in D 32 in

French, Seven Light Ceiling Lamp 19th Century

By Europa Antiques

Located in Madrid, ES

Seven light ceiling lamp 19th Century French, in golden metal with pendants. Height: 70 cm

Category

Antique 19th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

French, Seven Light Ceiling Lamp 19th Century

H 27.56 in Dm 9.06 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

Poul Henningsen PH Floor Lamp

By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

different models have been produced over the years and consisted of table, floor and wall lamps, as well as

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Poul Henningsen PH Floor Lamp

H 51.2 in Dm 9.4 in

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

By Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina DESIGN LAMP: NATURAL LINES With its

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

H 54.34 in Dm 11.03 in

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

By Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina DESIGN LAMP: NATURAL LINES With its

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

H 54.34 in Dm 11.03 in

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

By Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina DESIGN LAMP: NATURAL LINES With its

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

H 54.34 in Dm 11.03 in

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

By Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina DESIGN LAMP: NATURAL LINES With its

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass

Ficapula Floor Lamp with Glass And Marble Base by Cassina

H 54.34 in Dm 11.03 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Floor Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp, portable lamp, suspension or ceiling lamp, as well as a three-stemmed floor version. This listing

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Floor Lamp for KDLN

H 72.1 in Dm 16.9 in

Large Fabio Lenci Floor Lamp

By Harvey Guzzini, Fabio Lenci

Located in South Charleston, WV

provide illumination to the ceiling or hanging sculptures. The lamp socket is rated for 500 watts. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Large Fabio Lenci Floor Lamp

H 90 in W 86 in D 15 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Copper Floor Lamp for Kdln

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp, portable lamp, suspension or ceiling lamp, as well as a three-stemmed floor version

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Copper

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Copper Floor Lamp for Kdln

H 72.1 in Dm 16.9 in

Italian Lantern Style Brass Floor Lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An Italian lantern style floor lamp. A brass stand with heavily weighted base holds an "antiqued

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Lantern Style Brass Floor Lamp

H 69 in W 18 in D 15.5 in

Swedish Modern Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1930s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Cool functionalist floor lamp, in a very tall size. Made from lacquered green metal, round glass

Category

Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Modern Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1930s

H 76.38 in Dm 11.42 in

Bocci, "28.6 Stem", Floor Lamp, 2019

By Bocci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-voltage xenon or LED lamp. STEM The 28 stem system allows for floor, ceiling or columnar installation

Category

2010s Canadian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Bocci, "28.6 Stem", Floor Lamp, 2019

H 70.8 in Dm 13.8 in

Swisslamps International Halo 250 Floor Lamp by R. and R. Baltensweiler

By Swisslamps International AG, Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler

Located in Ludwigslust, DE

This Halo floor lamp from Swisslamps, in brushed stainless steel, is in excellent condition. The

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swisslamps International Halo 250 Floor Lamp by R. and R. Baltensweiler

H 68.9 in W 11.82 in D 21.66 in

Pearl Floor Lamp by 101 Copenhagen

Located in Geneve, CH

Pearl floor lamp by 101 Copenhagen Designed by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl. Dimensions

Category

2010s Danish Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pearl Floor Lamp by 101 Copenhagen

H 21.46 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Palazzo Vecchio Collection, Floor Lamp with Gold and Platinum Decorations

By Artistica Le Porcellane

Located in Campi Bisenzio, FI

the ancient ceiling of Cosimo dei Medici's room in Palazzo Vecchio in Florence the decor of this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Gold, Platinum

Palazzo Vecchio Collection, Floor Lamp with Gold and Platinum Decorations

H 68.9 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Bevel Floor Lamp by Borgi Bastormagi

Located in Geneve, CH

Bevel Floor Lamp by Borgi Bastormagi Dimensions: 50 x 40 x 180 cm Material: Steel, mirror, walnut

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Bevel Floor Lamp by Borgi Bastormagi

H 70.87 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Ultra Rare Set of The Luminator Floor Lamp and Pendant, 1930s

Located in Praha, CZ

internal removable aluminum reflection part. One item has metal label on inner part. Minor dents on a floor

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Ultra Rare Set of The Luminator Floor Lamp and Pendant, 1930s

H 68.51 in Dm 11.82 in

The Bride Floor Lamp White, Medium

By Mammalampa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

the same! The collection is comprised of ceiling lamps in two sizes and a kindred floor lamp and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Paper

The Bride Floor Lamp White, Medium

H 16 in W 24 in D 24 in

The Bride Floor Lamp Brown - Medium

By Mammalampa

Located in Brooklyn, NY

! The collection is comprised of ceiling lamps in two sizes and a kindred floor lamp and table lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Latvian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Paper

The Bride Floor Lamp Brown - Medium

H 20 in W 32 in D 32 in

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi' opaline glass and copper three-stemmed floor lamp for KDLN. Executed in mouth-blown

Category

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

Materials

Copper, Metal

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

H 55.1 in Dm 22.1 in

Double Orbit 'Floor' by Ango, Architectonic Floor Lamp with Natural Rattan

By Ango

Located in Bangkok, TH

This floor light is developed from Double Orbit (ceiling light) in the same architectural lighting

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Double Orbit 'Floor' by Ango, Architectonic Floor Lamp with Natural Rattan

H 63 in W 18 in D 18 in

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Floor And Ceiling Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal floor and ceiling lamp for your home. A floor and ceiling lamp — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. Find 51 options for an antique or vintage floor and ceiling lamp now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect floor and ceiling lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A floor and ceiling lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. A well-made floor and ceiling lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Isamu Noguchi, Florian Schulz and Francesco Fois are consistently popular.

How Much is a Floor And Ceiling Lamp?

The average selling price for a floor and ceiling lamp at 1stDibs is $2,400, while they’re typically $280 on the low end and $17,526 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right lighting for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Floor And Ceiling Lamp

What are floor lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a torchiere floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
What is 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.
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.
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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