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.

Floor To Ceiling Lamp

Borgi Bastormagi

Pull Chain Ceiling Light

Poliform Table

Arredoluce 12555

Stella Angelo Lelli

Vintage Tension Pole Lamp

Triple Arm Floor Lamp

Florian Schulz Arc

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

Category

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

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

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

Category

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

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

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

By Reggiani, Francesco Fois

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

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

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

Category

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

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

Category

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

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

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

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

Category

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

1970's Italian Metal Floor Lamp Attributed to Reggiani

By Reggiani

Located in Paris, FR

A stylish floor lamp from 1970s Italy, attributed to Reggiani. This distinctive piece features two

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970's Italian Metal Floor Lamp Attributed to Reggiani

H 73.63 in Dm 15.75 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

MidCentury Adjustable Tension Spot Floor Pole Lamp Attr. to Hala Zeist

By Hala Zeist

Located in Vienna, AT

be stick between floor and ceiling, works with a spring. From 1,9 Up to 2,1 meters, the lights can be

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

MidCentury Adjustable Tension Spot Floor Pole Lamp Attr. to Hala Zeist

H 82.68 in W 13.78 in D 15.75 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

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

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

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

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

PD2 Floor Lamp, Matte White

By Joaquim Ruiz Millet, Barba Corsini, Gubi

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 Joaquim Ruiz Millet, Barba Corsini, Gubi

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 Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Delicate Floor Lamp with Red Tulip Shade

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Floor lamp, metal, wood, plastic, Europe, 1960s Wonderful functional floor lamp with two shades

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Delicate Floor Lamp with Red Tulip Shade

H 64.97 in W 11.82 in D 24.41 in

Poul Henningsen Ph 80 Floor Lamp

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Berkeley, CA

thousand different models have been produced over the years. This wide selection consisted of table, floor

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Poul Henningsen Ph 80 Floor Lamp

H 51.7 in Dm 12.3 in

Vintage Original Denmark Floor Lamp Mads Caprani

Located in Baltimore, MD

Stunning mid century original, vintage bentwood, Danish floor lamp by Mads Caprani circa 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Original Denmark Floor Lamp Mads Caprani

H 59.63 in W 21.75 in D 26.88 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp

H 13 in Dm 27.5 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 36N Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 36N Ceiling Lamp

H 63 in W 17.7 in D 17.7 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55A Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 55A Ceiling Lamp

H 20 in Dm 22 in

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 31N Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Centreville, VA

paper lanterns are a harmonious blend of Japanese handcraft and modernist form. The lamps are created

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 31N Ceiling Lamp

H 63 in Dm 13 in

Halo Big ii Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Halo big II floor lamp by Mandalaki Dimensions: D 12 x W 15 x H 183 cm Materials: Aluminium

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Big ii Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

H 72.05 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in

Huge Metal Floor Lamp by Lumi, Italy - 1968

By Lumi

Located in Berlin, DE

: This high-quality floor lamp by the Milanese manufacturer LUMI is very well made and has a fine

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Huge Metal Floor Lamp by Lumi, Italy - 1968

H 66.93 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Industrial Architectural Floor Lamp by Louis Baldinger

By Louis Baldinger & Sons

Located in San Diego, CA

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

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Industrial Architectural Floor Lamp by Louis Baldinger

H 59 in W 28 in D 11 in

Halo Earth Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

be essential and compact in order do be located from the floor to the table, from the wall to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Earth Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Halo Moon Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

be essential and compact in order do be located from the floor to the table, from the wall to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Moon Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Halo Prism Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

be essential and compact in order do be located from the floor to the table, from the wall to the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Prism Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 47.25 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in

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

By Relco Milano

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

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

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Gold Plate

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

H 64.97 in Dm 37.41 in

Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Paper Akari 26A Ceiling Lamp

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

26A ceiling lamp, designed by Isamu Noguchi. Manufactured by Ozeki & Company Ltd. (Japan.) Bamboo

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Isamu Noguchi Mid-Century Modern Paper Akari 26A Ceiling Lamp

H 9.85 in Dm 17.72 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

Arredoluce Floor Lamp Mod 12705 by Angelo Lelii

By Angelo Lelii

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Midcentury floor lamp designed by Angelo Lelii and made by Arredoluce in 1958. This model 12705 is

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Arredoluce Floor Lamp Mod 12705 by Angelo Lelii

H 73.63 in W 13.39 in D 9.06 in

Italian Black Floor Tube Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Pasadena, CA

a strong light on the ceiling and radiates with its timeless outer appearance that houses the high

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Sheet Metal

Italian Black Floor Tube Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini

H 75 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in

Italian Glossy Red Floor Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Pasadena, CA

switch marked "Milano, G. Fratinni" (see picture) These floor lamps are very rare since they are part of

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Sheet Metal

Italian Glossy Red Floor Lamp by Gianfranco Frattini

H 75 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in

Deep Blue Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Deep blue Halo Giga floor lamp by Mandalaki. Dimensions: D 13 x H 180 cm Materials: Aluminium

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Deep Blue Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in Dm 5.12 in

Sunset Red Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunset red halo giga floor lamp by Mandalaki. Dimensions: D 13 x H 180 cm. Materials: Aluminium

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Aluminum, Brass

Sunset Red Halo Giga Floor Lamp by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in Dm 5.12 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'James 1' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A clever and engaging piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread

Parachute Floor Lamp 'James 1' by Bec Brittain

H 103 in Dm 11 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Julius 2' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A clever and engaging piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Julius 2' by Bec Brittain

H 98.5 in Dm 11 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Florence 1' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A clever and engaging piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Florence 1' by Bec Brittain

H 98.5 in Dm 11 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Julius 1' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A clever and engaging piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Julius 1' by Bec Brittain

H 98.5 in Dm 11 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Malcolm 1' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A clever and engaging piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metallic Thread

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Malcolm 1' by Bec Brittain

H 78 in Dm 10 in

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Unknown 1' by Bec Brittain

By Bec Brittain

Located in New York, NY

Unique and dynamic parachute lamp with a lacquered black aluminum base. A playful and engaging

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metallic Thread, Brass, Aluminum

Parachute Floor Lamp 'Unknown 1' by Bec Brittain

H 103 in Dm 11 in

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Floor To Ceiling Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the floor to ceiling lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A floor to ceiling lamp — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 20 variations of the antique or vintage floor to ceiling lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect floor to ceiling lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right floor to ceiling lamp, those designed in Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one floor to ceiling lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Florian Schulz, Francesco Fois and Reggiani produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Floor To Ceiling Lamp?

The average selling price for a floor to ceiling lamp at 1stDibs is $2,745, while they’re typically $862 on the low end and $14,247 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 To Ceiling Lamp

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.

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?
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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 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.
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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