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 you identify an old floor lamp?

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

How do I choose an arc floor lamp?

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

How 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.

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 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.

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.

Are LED floor lamps worth it?

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

How do you identify an antique floor lamp?

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

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.

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.

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 Lamp Articulating

Articulating Arm

Angelo Lelli For Arredoluce

Mid Century Aluminum Lamps

Lamps By Robert Sonneman

O C White Industrial Lamp

Chrome Eyeball Lamp

Gaetano Scolari

Mirror Reflector

Vintage Luxo Pixar Style Mid Century Modern Articulating Drafting Floor Lamp (C)

$1,500

Vintage Luxo Pixar Style Mid Century Modern Articulating Drafting Floor Lamp (C)

By Luxo

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Luxo Pixar Style Mid Century Modern Articulating Drafting Floor Lamp (C). Circa Mid 20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Early Articulating O. C. White Iron Arm & Brass Floor Lamp + Mercury Glass Shade

$2,500

Early Articulating O. C. White Iron Arm & Brass Floor Lamp + Mercury Glass Shade

By O.C. White

Located in Bainbridge, NY

O. C. White Arm, adjustable Floor Lamp with Mercury Glass Shade, C. 1920's. Featuring the original

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Iron

Adjustable & Articulating Floor Lamp by O.C. White for O.C. White Co., 1900s

$14,500

Adjustable & Articulating Floor Lamp by O.C. White for O.C. White Co., 1900s

By O.C. White

Located in Sagaponack, NY

O.C. White designed adjustable floor lamp in patinated steel and polished brass flat shades. Two

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Steel

Multi Joint Articulating Floor Lamp by O.C. White for O.C. White Co., 1890-1910s

$11,500

Multi Joint Articulating Floor Lamp by O.C. White for O.C. White Co., 1890-1910s

Located in Sagaponack, NY

Rare O.C. White floor lamp with multiple articulating joints supported by a 3" solid steel plate

Category

Antique 1890s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Classic Modernist 'Trienali" 3-Arm Articulating Lamp by Angelo Lelli / Italy

$7,200

Classic Modernist 'Trienali" 3-Arm Articulating Lamp by Angelo Lelli / Italy

By Arteluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Buffalo, NY

Mid-Century Modern triple arm floor lamp designed by Angelo Lelli, made in Italy, Classic version

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Italian Multi-Arm Floor Lamp

$4,500

Italian Multi-Arm Floor Lamp

Located in Hanover, MA

Happy and colorful Italian floor lamp with six articulating arms from a central cluster with

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Brass

Early Floor Lamp by Cedric Hartman

$4,200

Early Floor Lamp by Cedric Hartman

By Cedric Hartman

Located in Dallas, TX

An early brass and chrome articulating floor lamp by Cedric Hartman.

Category

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

20th Century Swedish Grace Floor Lamp

$14,800

20th Century Swedish Grace Floor Lamp

Located in Allerum, SE

20th century Swedish Grace / Art Deco floor lamp with articulating shade. Material pewter & wood

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Pewter

Jacques Adnet Iron Adjustable Floor Lamp

$14,500 / item

Jacques Adnet Iron Adjustable Floor Lamp

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Jacques Adnet Iron Articulating Floor Lamp with signature arched base and brass detailing. Height

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Italian Mid-Century Arteluce Giraffe Floor Lamp

$9,850

Italian Mid-Century Arteluce Giraffe Floor Lamp

By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-century Italian "Giraffa" floor lamp with articulating chrome arms on a white marble base by

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Modern Arteluce Attributed Multi-Cone Floor Lamp

$4,650

Italian Modern Arteluce Attributed Multi-Cone Floor Lamp

By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Modern Arteluce Attributed Multi-Cone Floor Lamp. This stunning Italian mid century floor

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Iron, Tôle

Schliephacke Floor Lamp Aluminum for Mewa, circa 1955

$3,500

Schliephacke Floor Lamp Aluminum for Mewa, circa 1955

By Fridtjof Schliephacke

Located in Vienna, AT

' it's published and exhibited in many design collections and museums. Articulate aluminum floor lamp by

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Model 312/2 Floor Lamp by Angelo Ostuni for Oluce

$11,800

Model 312/2 Floor Lamp by Angelo Ostuni for Oluce

By Oluce, Giuseppe Ostuni

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Model 312/2 Floor Lamp by Angelo Ostuni for Oluce (Italy, 1950s) Double shade articulating floor

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Vintage Koch & Lowy Sonneman Arredoluce Angelo Lelii Brass Floor Lamps

$1,950

Vintage Koch & Lowy Sonneman Arredoluce Angelo Lelii Brass Floor Lamps

By Angelo Lelii, Koch & Lowy, Robert Sonneman, George Kovacs, Arredoluce

Located in Chicago, IL

Koch & Lowy Brass Triple Ball Articulating Floor Lamp Manner of Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce 2

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Schliephacke Double Feature Floor Lamp Aluminum for Mewa, circa 1955

$6,500

Schliephacke Double Feature Floor Lamp Aluminum for Mewa, circa 1955

By Fridtjof Schliephacke

Located in Vienna, AT

museums worldwide. Articulate aluminum floor lamp by Fridtjof Schliephacke for Mewa, circa 1990 Elegant

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Robert Mathieu French Floor Lamp Brass Adjustable 1950 Lunel Arlus Articulated

$3,900

Robert Mathieu French Floor Lamp Brass Adjustable 1950 Lunel Arlus Articulated

By Maison Lunel, Rene Mathieu

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

French Maison Lunel articulating floor lamp in brass Articulating shade and shaft rotates 360, can

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Koch & Lowy Sonneman Arredoluce Angelo Lelii Brass Floor Lamps

$2,950 / set

Vintage Koch & Lowy Sonneman Arredoluce Angelo Lelii Brass Floor Lamps

By Kovacs

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage PAIR of Koch & Lowy Brass Triple Ball Articulating Floor Lamps Manner of Angelo Lelli

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Adjustable Midcentury Postmodern Italian Floor Lamp in Chrome and Travertine

$1,600

Adjustable Midcentury Postmodern Italian Floor Lamp in Chrome and Travertine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An articulating floor lamp made in Italy, circa 1980s. It consists of a heavy travertine base

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Steel, Chrome

Italian Three-Arm Floor Lamp in the Style of Arredoluce

$5,500Sale Price / item|35% Off

Italian Three-Arm Floor Lamp in the Style of Arredoluce

By Arredoluce

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Incredible floor lamp with three articulating arms each with their own style (and color) metal

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp with Aluminum Shade

$1,250 / item

Sperti Inc. Raymond Loewy Style Adjustable Iron Floor Lamp with Aluminum Shade

By Sperti 1

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Loewy. Circa 1940's. Repurposed light therapy floor lamp, in the Featuring articulating machined

Category

Vintage 1940s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Rare Pair! Swedish Modern Articulating Decorator Floor Pole Lamps! Silver Danish

$1,192Sale Price / set|20% Off

Rare Pair! Swedish Modern Articulating Decorator Floor Pole Lamps! Silver Danish

Located in Peoria, AZ

SWEDISH FLOOR LAMP PAIR! Articulating 2 Shade Contemporary Floor Lamps Sleek! Dimensions: 61

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1930s Articulating Floor or Table Lamp by O.C. White

$950

1930s Articulating Floor or Table Lamp by O.C. White

By O.C. White

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Task lamp designed by O.C. White (circa 1930s) composed of a steel arm, stem, and base with a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Jean Louis Domecq floor lamp

Unavailable|~~$3,200~~

Jean Louis Domecq floor lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Jean Louis Domecq floor lamp This articulating floor lamp was designed by French mechanic Jean

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$7,800~~

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

By Stilnovo

Located in Southampton, NY

Gorgeous multi-directional 1950s style satin brass floor lamp with enameled brass shades on a

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$5,200~~

Vintage Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Articulating vintage Italian floor lamp with brass base and armature, accentuated by wood

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Black Orb Articulating Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$885~~

Midcentury Black Orb Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage Mid-Century Modern single orb black articulating floor lamp in the style of Sonneman

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Martinelli Luce Articulating Chrome Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$750~~

Martinelli Luce Articulating Chrome Floor Lamp

By Martinelli Luce

Located in Fulton, CA

A versatile floor lamp designed by Martinelli Luce. Upper portion pivots at center sphere enabling

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Articulating Lucite and Chrome Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$2,800~~

Articulating Lucite and Chrome Floor Lamp

Located in Nashville, TN

This chrome and lucite floor lamp epitomizes high fashion from the 70's. At home with Paul Evans

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1960s Midcentury Articulate Brass Floor Lamp, France

Unavailable|~~$2,603~~

1960s Midcentury Articulate Brass Floor Lamp, France

Located in L'Escala, ES

Rare and beautiful 1960s midcentury articulate brass floor lamp manufactured in France. Very high

Category

Mid-20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Modernist Ron Rezek Style Black Articulating Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$650~~

Modernist Ron Rezek Style Black Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in St. Louis, MO

Post Modern floor lamp. Dimmable. Attributed to Ron Rezek.

Category

Vintage 1980s Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Angelo Lelli Triennale Three-Arm Articulating Floor Lamp

Unavailable|~~$2,999~~

Angelo Lelli Triennale Three-Arm Articulating Floor Lamp

By Angelo Lelii

Located in San Francisco, CA

Presents a mid-20th century Triennale floor lamp. A design statement originally designed by Angelo

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1960s Green Enamel Articulating Industrial Floor Lamp With 1930’s Benjamin Shade

Unavailable|~~$2,200~~

1960s Green Enamel Articulating Industrial Floor Lamp With 1930’s Benjamin Shade

Located in Fort mill, SC

A massive articulating floor lamp comprised of the adjustable armature from a 1960s factory floor

Category

Vintage 1960s American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Midcentury Floor Lamp by Robert Sonneman

Unavailable|~~$1,095~~

Midcentury Floor Lamp by Robert Sonneman

By Robert Sonneman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

minimalist architectural floor lamp is designed with an articulating globe form shade and a chrome pivoting

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Italian Floor Lamp by Angelo Brotto

Unavailable|~~$14,000~~

Italian Floor Lamp by Angelo Brotto

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An articulating Italian floor lamp by Angelo Brotto. Perforated enamelled metal and brass on a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass, Metal

Rare Floor Lamp by Angelo Lelli

Unavailable|~~$9,792~~

Rare Floor Lamp by Angelo Lelli

Located in London, GB

A rare floor lamp by Angelo Lelli, articulating arm and shade on marble base with brass details

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Simone Floor Lamp in Bass with Black Details

Unavailable|~~$2,490 / item~~

Simone Floor Lamp in Bass with Black Details

By Delightfull

Located in New York, NY

piece, that cannot go unnoticed wherever it’s placed. Simone is a three-light articulating floor lamp

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Brass

Sinatra Floor Lamp in Bass with Black Details

Unavailable|~~$2,879 / item~~

Sinatra Floor Lamp in Bass with Black Details

By Delightfull

Located in New York, NY

iconic modern floor lamp features three articulating arms handmade in brass that are flexible in a

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Brass

Arredoluce Italian Mid Century Floor Lamp with Marble Base

Unavailable|~~$2,500~~

Arredoluce Italian Mid Century Floor Lamp with Marble Base

Located in New York, NY

Articulating Italian floor lamp with marble base Newly Rewired and re-chromed with all original

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

French Maison Lunel Floor Lamps with Original Diabolo Shades, 1950s

Unavailable|~~$5,326 / item~~

French Maison Lunel Floor Lamps with Original Diabolo Shades, 1950s

By Pierre Guariche, Maison Lunel

Located in Ghent, BE

A pair of French Maison Lunel articulating floor lamps in brass. Articulating shade, shaft

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp in the Style of Robert Sonneman

Unavailable|~~$950~~

Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp in the Style of Robert Sonneman

By George Kovacs, Robert Sonneman

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

A great vintage articulating floor lamp with height adjustment in the style of Robert Sonneman.

Category

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

Italian Floor Light

Sold|~~$6,500~~

Italian Floor Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor Lamp articulates at arm and shade, adjustable height, retains original colors: black, brass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Multi - articulating floor lamp

Sold|~~$2,400~~

Multi - articulating floor lamp

Located in Buchanan, NY

Polished steel multi articulating floor lamp by Jielde

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Chapman Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$2,200~~

Chapman Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A Counter Balance Articulating Floor lamp in Brass with Dimmer by Chapman. Fine quality in very

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$2,600~~

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

By Arredoluce

Located in New York, NY

Italian four-arm brass floor lamp in the manner of Arredoluce, Italy. Very good condition, four

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Large Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$6,500~~

Large Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

A large floor lamp which adjusts in height and extends in length.

Category

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Stablet Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$3,000~~

Stablet Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

are on an articulating arm that stays in place at many heights. Beautiful and elegant design

Category

20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black lacquered brass shades on pivoting arms to move wherever you wish... a little light here, a little light there, perhaps some up top...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

1970s Articulating Italian Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$6,500~~

1970s Articulating Italian Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic articulating floor lamp from Italy. Old stock, never used. Great scale!

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arteluce

Sold|~~$2,200~~

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arteluce

By Arteluce

Located in Dallas, TX

An early Arteluce single arm articulating floor lamp with tripod base and leather wrapped handle.

Category

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp Arteluce

Sold|~~$11,000~~

Italian Articulating Floor Lamp Arteluce

By Arteluce

Located in New York, NY

A very fine Italian Articulating Floor Lamp attributted to Arteluce, Italy, CA 1950-60. Solid

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arredoluce

Sold|~~$5,800~~

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arredoluce

By Arredoluce

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Handsome Italian floor lamp by Arredoluce. Green leather pole with articulating arm and shade

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Phenomenal Articulating Italian Floor Lamp

Sold

Phenomenal Articulating Italian Floor Lamp

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Large scale articulating Italian floor lamp circa early 1960's. The arm body and base are done in a

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arredoluce

Sold|~~$5,500~~

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arredoluce

By Arredoluce

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Handsome Italian floor lamp by Arredoluce. Height is adjustable. Swing arm with shade articulates

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$3,400~~

Mid-Century Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Early 1950, two light Articulating Brass with Enamel Floor Lamp. Very good condition. Brass

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

1950 French Articulating Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$3,600~~

1950 French Articulating Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A 1950 iron and brass articulating French floor lamp in the style of Jean Royere. The shade has

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Beautiful Articulating Stilnovo Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$5,918~~

Beautiful Articulating Stilnovo Floor Lamp

By Stilnovo

Located in Milan, IT

A majestic floor lamp by Stilnovo in red, brass and cream. Variable height

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arteluce

Sold|~~$2,600~~

Articulating Floor Lamp by Arteluce

By Arteluce

Located in Dallas, TX

A single arm adjustable floor lamp with marble base and leather wrapped handle by Arteluce.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

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Floor Lamp Articulating For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the floor lamp articulating you’re looking for. Each floor lamp articulating for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and steel. Find 141 options for an antique or vintage floor lamp articulating now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a floor lamp articulating — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right floor lamp articulating, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Koch & Lowy, Arredoluce and O.C. White each produced at least one beautiful floor lamp articulating that is worth considering.

How Much is a Floor Lamp Articulating?

A floor lamp articulating can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,925, while the lowest priced sells for $400 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.

Finding the Right Floor-lamps for You

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Floor Lamp Articulating

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 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 you identify an old floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
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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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Are LED floor lamps worth it?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
How do you identify an antique floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
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.
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.
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.