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 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?

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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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Teak floor lamp with a pleated lampshade, Denmark, 1950s

$1,374

H 61.03 in Dm 17.72 in

Teak floor lamp with a pleated lampshade, Denmark, 1950s

By Esben Klint

Located in Balen, BE

Teak floor lamp with a pleated lampshade, Denmark, 1950s This elegant solid teak floor lamp

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Vintage Tripod Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Lamp Shade, Austria 1950s

$1,440

H 49.22 in Dm 14.18 in

Mid-Century Vintage Tripod Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Lamp Shade, Austria 1950s

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW

Elegant austrian Mid Century Modern Tripod brass floor lamp with a green pleated lampshade from the

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

Materials

Brass

Floor Lamp In Teak With Pleated Shade, Danish Design From 1960s

$904

H 63 in Dm 10.24 in

Floor Lamp In Teak With Pleated Shade, Danish Design From 1960s

Located in Lejre, DK

Danish floor lamp from the 1960s in teak with pleated shade. Classic design. — Designer: Dansk

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Scandinavian Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, c. 1950s

$3,014 / item

H 62.6 in W 18.9 in D 9.06 in

Mid-Century Scandinavian Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, c. 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

Elegant mid-century floor lamp, most likely of Scandinavian origin, possibly Finnish or Swedish

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

Materials

Brass

Tripod Floor Lamp with Pleated Blind Lampshade Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

$2,230

H 55.52 in Dm 14.18 in

Tripod Floor Lamp with Pleated Blind Lampshade Mid-Century Modern, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Tripod Floor Lamp with Pleated Blind Lampshade Mid-Century Modern, 1960s With nice patina

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Design Brass Floor Lamp with Original Pleated Shade, Sweden, 1960s

$2,990

H 61 in Dm 10.75 in

Swedish Design Brass Floor Lamp with Original Pleated Shade, Sweden, 1960s

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

A very elegant vintage brass floor lamp, Sweden, 1960-1965. Clean lines and organic design from the

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamp on a Triangular Base with Pleated Shade

$2,275

H 53.15 in Dm 20.48 in

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamp on a Triangular Base with Pleated Shade

Located in Hitchin, England

A vintage 1960s floor lamp, consisting of a triangular three-rod base which has a twisted finish

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Rupert Nikoll Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Shade, Austria

$3,436

H 63 in Dm 22.84 in

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Rupert Nikoll Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Shade, Austria

By Rupert Nikoll, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW

Elegant and exquisite austrian mid-century floor lamp with a large pleated lampshade, designed and

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

English Victorian style Cut Crystal Glass Floor Lamp with Pleated Swirl Fringed

$3,750

H 63.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

English Victorian style Cut Crystal Glass Floor Lamp with Pleated Swirl Fringed

Located in Queens, NY

"English Victorian style (possibly Waterford) (20th Century) crystal glass floor lamp having a faux

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Mid-20th Century British Victorian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Brass and Leather Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, De-light f2

$1,169 / item

H 54.73 in Dm 7.49 in

Contemporary Brass and Leather Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, De-light f2

By Jonathan Amar

Located in Paris, FR

The De.Light F2 designed by Jonathan Amar is a sculptural floor lamp that merges French design

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Floor Lamp with Grass Green Pleated Shades 1950

$6,872

H 62.01 in Dm 18.12 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Brass Floor Lamp with Grass Green Pleated Shades 1950

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern vintage floor lamp from brass with pleated silk shades in green color 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Contemporary Pleats Design Floor Lamp in Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo

$4,500 / item

H 64 in W 6.13 in D 10.13 in

Contemporary Pleats Design Floor Lamp in Copper and Black Lacquer by Robert Kuo

By Robert Kuo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pleats Design Floor Lamp Silk Pongee Shade (Size: 21" x 22" x 13") Antique Copper Hand Repoussé

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2010s Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper

Hector Pleat Medium Floor Light Natural White by Original BTC

$500

H 53.94 in Dm 4.73 in

Hector Pleat Medium Floor Light Natural White by Original BTC

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A pleated version of the original Hector design. The architectural shade of the Hector Pleat can be

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21st Century and Contemporary British Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Morning Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

$4,200

H 85 in Dm 40 in

Morning Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

By Aqua Creations

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1990s. This floor lamp features pleated silk fabric stretched over a metal frame, equipped with two

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1990s Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

L034/F Italian Floor Lamp in Crystal and Finishing Gold 24-Karat by Zanaboni

$22,653 / item

H 75.99 in Dm 25.6 in

L034/F Italian Floor Lamp in Crystal and Finishing Gold 24-Karat by Zanaboni

By Zanaboni

Located in MEDA, IT

The fine and elegant L034/F floor lamp presents pleated lampshade, with crystal and metal finish

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Pleated Crystal Floor Lamp, Clear Ribbed Glass and Brass with E26/27 Bulb

$4,254 / item

H 56.2 in Dm 11.8 in

Pleated Crystal Floor Lamp, Clear Ribbed Glass and Brass with E26/27 Bulb

Located in London, GB

Our debut lighting collection comprising ceiling pendants, a side light and a floor standing lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pleated Crystal Floor Lamp, Smoke Ribbed Glass and Brass with E26/27 Bulb

$4,254 / item

H 56.2 in Dm 11.8 in

Pleated Crystal Floor Lamp, Smoke Ribbed Glass and Brass with E26/27 Bulb

Located in London, GB

Our debut lighting collection comprising ceiling pendants, a side light and a floor standing lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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Mid-Century Modern Teak Cantilever Floor Lamp 'Pleated Sphere Shade'

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H 63 in W 29 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak Cantilever Floor Lamp 'Pleated Sphere Shade'

Located in Burnaby, BC

This is a amazing rare floor lamp that gives a large accent to any space with its unique and has a

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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Teak

Art Deco Floor Lamp with Pleated Lamp Shade

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H 63.78 in W 11.82 in L 63.78 in

Art Deco Floor Lamp with Pleated Lamp Shade

Located in London, GB

Original 1930's nickel-plated metal floor lamp with pleated silk lampshade. The foot has an

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Large Brass Bulbous Floor Lamp with White Pleated Lamp Shade

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H 66.5 in W 12.75 in D 12.75 in

Large Brass Bulbous Floor Lamp with White Pleated Lamp Shade

Located in Astoria, NY

Oversized 1970's large brass Bulbous floor lamp with white pleated shaped lamp shade.

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Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Le Klint Floor Lamp In Brass & Pleated Shade From 1960s

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H 55.12 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Le Klint Floor Lamp In Brass & Pleated Shade From 1960s

By Le Klint

Located in Lejre, DK

Le Klint floor lamp from the 1960s in brass with pleated shade. Vintage Le Klint standing lamp

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Boho Chic Rattan Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

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H 59 in W 21 in D 21 in

Vintage Boho Chic Rattan Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

Located in Freehold, NJ

This vintage floor Bohemian style lamp features beautiful oak stained rattan body with brass

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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

Baguès Gilt-bronze Floor Lamp with French Custom Pleated Shade

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H 71.5 in Dm 22 in

Baguès Gilt-bronze Floor Lamp with French Custom Pleated Shade

By Maison Baguès

Located in Pembroke, MA

A classic French gilt-bronze floor lamp with acanthus detailing (Maison Bagues, Circa 1940), with a

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

Materials

Bronze

1970's Mads Caprani Danish Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

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H 21 in W 28 in L 21 in

1970's Mads Caprani Danish Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

By Caprani Light AS

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mads Caprani Danish floor lamp, circa 1970's. This iconic lamp has a sculpted teak base with a

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Teak

Mid 20th Century Mads Caprani Danish Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

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H 54 in W 27.6 in D 22.6 in

Mid 20th Century Mads Caprani Danish Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant Mads Caprani Danish floor lamp, circa 1970's. Iconic bentwood beech stand is complemented

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

Materials

Birch

Edwardian Neoclassical Gilded Brass Floor Lamp with a Pleated Silk Shade

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H 66 in W 14 in D 14 in

Edwardian Neoclassical Gilded Brass Floor Lamp with a Pleated Silk Shade

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A neoclassical gilded brass floor lamp with a stepped base on four lion’s paw feet; the central

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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Solid elm floor lamp with pleated paper shade, France, circa 1970

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H 98.43 in W 3.94 in D 39.38 in

Solid elm floor lamp with pleated paper shade, France, circa 1970

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Floor lamp in solid elm, consisting of a vertical board supporting a light arm adjustable in

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Mid-20th Century French Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Elm, Paper

Beautiful Mid Century tripod floor lamp with large plastic pleated shade

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H 53.94 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Beautiful Mid Century tripod floor lamp with large plastic pleated shade

Located in München, DE

Beautiful, rare mid-century modern tripod floor lamp with a very large pleated shade made of beige

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Teak Danish Floor Lamp with Original Pleated Linen Shade, 1960s

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H 62 in Dm 19 in

Mid-Century Teak Danish Floor Lamp with Original Pleated Linen Shade, 1960s

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-century Danish teak floor lamp with original pleated linen shade from the 1960s.

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

Materials

Linen, Teak

Pair of ASEA Belysning Brass Floor Lamps, 1950s, Hand-Pleated Chintz Shades

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H 60.24 in Dm 17.72 in

Pair of ASEA Belysning Brass Floor Lamps, 1950s, Hand-Pleated Chintz Shades

By ASEA, Paavo Tynell, Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län

Elevate your space with this exquisite pair of vintage ASEA Belysning floor lamps, crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

English Mid-Century Fluted Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated & Ruffled Fabric Shade

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H 46 in

English Mid-Century Fluted Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated & Ruffled Fabric Shade

Located in Queens, NY

English Mid-Century floor lamp with a fluted brass post anchored by a circular foot, topped with a

Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Mid Century Tripod Floor Lamp with Two Large Pleated Plastic Shades

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H 60.63 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Beautiful Mid Century Tripod Floor Lamp with Two Large Pleated Plastic Shades

Located in München, DE

Beautiful rare mid century tripod floor lamp with two large pleated plastic shades. In very good

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century French White and Brass Floor Lamp with Pink Pleated Lantern Shade

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H 54 in W 22 in D 22 in

Mid-Century French White and Brass Floor Lamp with Pink Pleated Lantern Shade

By Rispal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century, 1960s Rispal inspired white enameled metal and brass floor lamp with pink pleated lace

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass Three-Light Floor Lamp, 1940s

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H 70.87 in Dm 11.82 in

Brass Three-Light Floor Lamp, 1940s

Located in Uppsala, SE

1940s brass three-light floor lamp with pleated shades on so called goose neck arms. Most likely

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Vintage Three-Light Brass Floor Lamp, 1940s

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H 70.08 in Dm 11.82 in

Swedish Vintage Three-Light Brass Floor Lamp, 1940s

Located in Uppsala, SE

1940s brass three-light floor lamp with pleated shades set at alternating heights. Most likely made

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp by Tommaso Barbi

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H 71 in W 9.5 in D 26.5 in

Mid-Century Brass Floor Lamp by Tommaso Barbi

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in New Orleans, LA

Floor lamp with pleated brass ginkgo leaves, designed by Tommaso Barbi, Italian, circa 1970, each

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark by Vilhelm Wohlert

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H 59.06 in W 12.21 in D 29.53 in

Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark by Vilhelm Wohlert

By Vilhelm Wohlert, Le Klint

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Oak floor lamp with pleated shades, black lacquered steel base. Adjustable arm with brass shade

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Oak

Vintage Boho Silk “Morning Glory” Lamp by Aqua Creations

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H 83.5 in W 41.5 in D 41.5 in

Vintage Boho Silk “Morning Glory” Lamp by Aqua Creations

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A fantastic vintage pleated silk over metal floor lamp. A beautiful organic shape inspired by

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Late 20th Century Israeli Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

A stunning vintage Caprani bentwood lamps, circa 1970s. Only one available.

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H 60 in W 12 in D 27 in

A stunning vintage Caprani bentwood lamps, circa 1970s. Only one available.

By Caprani Light AS

Located in Houston, TX

with original pleated shades, these floor lamps are a rare find. 100% original design by Mads Caprani

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bentwood

German Midcentury Tripod Floor Lamp, Pleated Lampshade, 50s 60s

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H 39.37 in Dm 13.78 in

German Midcentury Tripod Floor Lamp, Pleated Lampshade, 50s 60s

Located in Berlin, BE

Pretty, small tripod lamp with pleated lampshade in a wonderful pastel yellow. Black coated metal

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

Materials

Metal

1960s Danish Modern Teak Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

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H 48 in Dm 11 in

1960s Danish Modern Teak Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

Located in Charleston, SC

For sale, we have this vintage Danish Mid Century modern floor lamp with an original vintage cone

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century East German Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1970s

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H 55.91 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in

Mid-Century East German Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

This Mid-Century Modern floor lamp was produced in East Germany (GDR) during the 1970s and reflects

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp with Oval Pleated Silk Lampshade, 1950s

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H 66.93 in Dm 15.75 in

Italian Midcentury Brass Floor Lamp with Oval Pleated Silk Lampshade, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian midcentury brass floor lamp with oval pleated silk lampshade, 1950s. Brass floor lamp with

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Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Revival Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Three Tiered French Lacquered Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1960s

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H 64.97 in Dm 20.48 in

Three Tiered French Lacquered Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1960s

Located in Hitchin, England

A three-tiered French lacquered brass floor lamp with a triangular base and a new pleated shade

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Handmade Gold Pleated Silk Evening Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

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H 84 in Dm 24 in

Handmade Gold Pleated Silk Evening Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

By Aqua Creations

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning organic floor lamp made by Aqua Creations, illuminated sculpture !, elegant flowing design

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1990s Israeli Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Rare Aladdin Bronze Feather Lamp with Pleated Cellulite Shade Signed, circa 1900

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H 55 in Dm 16 in

Rare Aladdin Bronze Feather Lamp with Pleated Cellulite Shade Signed, circa 1900

By Aladdin Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

Rare antique Aladdin floor lamp features bronze base with feather decorated lower, pleated

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Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Set of Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamps, 1970s, Denmark

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H 57.09 in Dm 19.69 in

Set of Original Danish Caprani Floor Lamps, 1970s, Denmark

By Caprani Light AS

Located in Værløse, DK

bend beech veneer floor lamps with pleated fabric shades. * Designer: Mads Caprani * Manufacturer

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

One vintage Caprani bentwood lamp, circa 1970s. Only one available.

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H 60 in W 12 in D 27 in

One vintage Caprani bentwood lamp, circa 1970s. Only one available.

By Caprani Light AS

Located in Houston, TX

original pleated shades, these floor lamps are a rare find. 100% original design by Mads Caprani, circa

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bentwood

Hans Bergström, Brass Floor Lamp, Atelje Lyktan, 1950s

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H 43.71 in W 12.21 in D 5.52 in

Hans Bergström, Brass Floor Lamp, Atelje Lyktan, 1950s

By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström

Located in Uppsala, SE

Brass floor lamp with pleated shade featuring new fabric designed by Swedish lighting maestro Hans

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Faux Bamboo Library Step Display Lamp Table

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H 60 in W 16 in D 16 in

Faux Bamboo Library Step Display Lamp Table

By Frederick Cooper

Located in Rio Vista, CA

topped with brass lighting hardware and a pleated shade. Unique floor lamp with a rich finish and elegant

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20th Century American Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Kovacs Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

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H 55.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

Vintage Kovacs Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade

By George Kovacs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage floor lamp by Kovacs. White enameled stem and base with a pleated linen shade.

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Vintage 1970s Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Giacometti Style Iron Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

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H 50 in W 18 in D 18 in

Giacometti Style Iron Floor Lamp With Pleated Shade

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti

Located in Westfield, NJ

Giacometti. This floor lamp stands on a three legged base and has sculptural detail midway up.

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20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Quality 1920's Floor Lamp with Pleated Mica Shade

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H 59 in Dm 11.5 in

Quality 1920's Floor Lamp with Pleated Mica Shade

Located in Pasadena, CA

Nicely styled 1920's Spanish Revival floor lamp with a unique hand-wrought base. The shade is also

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

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Pleat Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the pleat floor lamp you’re looking for. A pleat floor lamp — often made from metal, fabric and silk — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a pleat floor lamp, we have 7 options in-stock, while there are 15 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pleat floor lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each pleat floor lamp bearing Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made pleat floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Aqua Creations, Aladdin Co. and Lisa Johansson-Pape are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Pleat Floor Lamp?

A pleat floor lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,305, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $11,340.

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.