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White Double Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Located in Geneve, CH
White Double Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Dimensions: W 45 x D 33 x H 194 cm
Materials
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Oak
White Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Located in Geneve, CH
White Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Dimensions: W 45 x D 33 x H 194 cm
Materials
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Yellow Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Located in Geneve, CH
Yellow Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Dimensions: W 45 x D 33 x H 194 cm
Materials
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Oak
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood, Teak
Medium Grey Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium Grey Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Dimensions: W 45 x D 33 x H 194 cm
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Orange Red Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Located in Geneve, CH
Orange Red Single Pleating Flag Floor Lamp by Servomuto
Dimensions: W 45 x D 33 x H 194 cm
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Fabric, Oak
Mid-Century Vintage Tripod Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Lamp Shade, Austria 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant austrian Mid Century Modern Tripod brass floor lamp with a green pleated lampshade from the
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 53.94 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 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
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage 1960s Floor Lamp on a Triangular Base with Pleated Shade
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A vintage 1960s floor lamp, consisting of a triangular three-rod base which has a twisted finish
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Rupert Nikoll Brass Floor Lamp Pleated Shade, Austria
By Rupert Nikoll, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Regensburg, DE
Elegant and exquisite austrian mid-century floor lamp with a large pleated lampshade, designed and
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Mid-20th Century British Victorian Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 63.5 in W 16 in D 16 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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Iron
H 62.01 in Dm 18.12 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
Category
2010s Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
H 64 in W 6.13 in D 10.13 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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Floor Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Crystal
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Plastic, Teak
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
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Nickel
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.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Floor Lamps
Materials
Rattan
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
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Mads Caprani Danish floor lamp, circa 1970's. Iconic bentwood beech stand is complemented
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Birch
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
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Linen, Teak
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
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
Located in München, DE
Beautiful rare mid century tripod floor lamp with two large pleated plastic shades.
In very good
Category
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 60.63 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 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
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 54 in W 22 in D 22 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
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Oak
H 59.06 in W 12.21 in D 29.53 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
Category
Late 20th Century Israeli Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Revival Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Three Tiered French Lacquered Brass Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1960s
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A three-tiered French lacquered brass floor lamp with a triangular base and a new pleated shade
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
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
Category
1990s Israeli Organic Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
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
Category
20th Century American Regency Side Tables
Materials
Brass
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.
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
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.
Category
20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
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
Category
Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Kalmar Floor Lamp Leather Covered with Pleated Shade, 1950s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT
Kalmar floor lamp with leather covered brass shaft and elaborated details. The new handpleated two
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Midcentury White Kalmar-Style Floor Lamp with pleated Vinyl Lamp Shade 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Budapest, HU
Midcentury white Kalmar-style floor lamp with . Pleated Vinyl Lamp Shade.Country of origin: Poland
Category
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark by Vilhelm Wohlert
By Le Klint, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak floor lamp with pleated shades, black lacquered steel base. Adjustable arm with brass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Brass
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 33.47 in
Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark by Vilhelm Wohlert
By Le Klint, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak floor lamp with pleated shades, black lacquered steel base. Adjustable arm with brass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 33.47 in
American Arts & Crafts Copper Floor Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Oxidized copper double light floor lamp with pleated fabric lampshade.
Copper is weighted with
Category
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper
Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark by Vilhelm Wohlert
By Le Klint, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak floor lamp with pleated shades, black lacquered steel base. Adjustable arm with brass shade
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 33.47 in
Vilhelm Wohlert for Le Klint Oak Floor Lamp Model 325, Made in Denmark
By Le Klint, Vilhelm Wohlert
Located in Madrid, ES
Original oak floor lamp with pleated shades, circular base of black lacquered metal. Adjustable arm
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Metal
H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 33.47 in
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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.
Questions About Pleat Floor Lamp
- What are floor lamps?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- Are LED floor lamps worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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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