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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Large Iconic Cedric Hartman Floor Lamp for Jack Lenor Larsen Serial No. 8 1960s

Unavailable|~~$10,808~~

Large Iconic Cedric Hartman Floor Lamp for Jack Lenor Larsen Serial No. 8 1960s

By Cedric Hartman, Jack Lenor Larsen

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Sculptural "Backslider" floor lamp designed by Cedric Hartman in the 1960s for Jack Lenor Larsen

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Paire De Lampadaires En Bois Polychrome, 1950

Unavailable|~~$1,801 / set~~

Paire De Lampadaires En Bois Polychrome, 1950

Located in NOUVION-SUR-MEUSE, FR

Paire de lampadaires en bois polychrome et diffuseur en métal laqué blanc . Les prises sont en

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20th Century French Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Bauhaus Standing Lamp

Unavailable|~~$2,800~~

Bauhaus Standing Lamp

Located in Senden, NRW

Amazing Bauhaus design standing lamp with a great material mix. Polychromed brass balls and a lamp

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Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup Minimalist Lamp Mid-Century Modern, 1968, Denmark

Unavailable|~~$1,297~~

Jo Hammerborg Fog & Mørup Minimalist Lamp Mid-Century Modern, 1968, Denmark

By Jo Hammerborg, Fog & Mørup

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

lamp in brushed aluminium, chromed stem and enameled grey iron base. Made in 1968 in Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Monumental Gilt Torchere

Unavailable|~~$3,400~~

Monumental Gilt Torchere

Located in US

19th Century Torchere originally for Candles retrofitted With new wiring.
Wonderful Patina Of Gilt Over Gesso

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20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Gesso

Antique Louis XIV Polychrome Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$2,450~~

Antique Louis XIV Polychrome Floor Lamp

Located in Dallas, TX

a multi-hued polychrome finish which has remained in remarkable condition over the decades. The

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Antique 19th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Tall Carved Wood Corinthian Column Form Distress Polychromed Floor Lamps

Sold|~~$4,200~~

Pair of Tall Carved Wood Corinthian Column Form Distress Polychromed Floor Lamps

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Remarkable pair of carved wood reeded Corinthian column form floor lamps. The pair featured high

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Vintage 1970s Italian Classical Greek Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Polychromed Tole Palm Tree Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$1,450~~

Polychromed Tole Palm Tree Floor Lamp

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This polychromed tole floor lamp is in the form of a palm tree with green fronds above a cream

Category

Mid-20th Century American Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian 19th Century Polychrome Wood Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$700~~

Italian 19th Century Polychrome Wood Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian 19th Century polychrome wood floor lamp. Amazing hand painted details and wood carvings

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Italian Floor Lamps Polychromed Wood

Sold|~~$6,207 / set~~

Pair of Antique Italian Floor Lamps Polychromed Wood

Located in Buxton, GB

Enhance your home's ambiance with these stunning Male and Female floor lamps! Beautifully crafted

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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair Italian Polychromed Blackamores Candelabras Octagonal Plinths Floor Lamps

Sold|~~$4,150~~

Pair Italian Polychromed Blackamores Candelabras Octagonal Plinths Floor Lamps

Located in Roslyn, NY

with torchieres / floor lamps in hand standing on white wash octagonal plinths. Both have been rewired

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Giltwood

French Polychrome Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$1,100~~

French Polychrome Wrought Iron Floor Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

period or style of the lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Belle Époque Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron, Tôle

French Polychrome Metal Palm Tree Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$4,800~~

French Polychrome Metal Palm Tree Floor Lamp

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Handcrafted polychrome metal palm tree with six glass shades made in France in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Antique French Polychromed Giltwood Floor Lamps Circa 1930

Sold|~~$1,160 / set~~

Pair of Antique French Polychromed Giltwood Floor Lamps Circa 1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

A matching pair of French style floor lamps offer giltwood columns with stylized bombe base and

Category

Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Pair of Large 17th Century Italian Torchiere Polychrome Figure Floor Lamps

Sold|~~$17,381 / set~~

Pair of Large 17th Century Italian Torchiere Polychrome Figure Floor Lamps

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Superb large pair of floor standing 17th Century Venetian torchiere figures. Solid hand carved

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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Gesso, Giltwood, Paint

19th Century Italian Carved Polychrome and Gilt Floor Lamp on Tripod Base

Sold|~~$2,400~~

19th Century Italian Carved Polychrome and Gilt Floor Lamp on Tripod Base

Located in Dallas, TX

This tall antique wood floor lamp was carved in Italy, circa 1850. The light stands a wide three

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Modern Polychrome Brass Floor Lamp with Moveable Arm from France

Sold|~~$1,700~~

Modern Polychrome Brass Floor Lamp with Moveable Arm from France

Located in Houston, TX

This interesting floor lamp is brass and painted brass. The paint is a green color. The arm moves

Category

20th Century French Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Polychrome Decorated Metal and Glass-Mounted Floor Lamp Attributed to Steuben

Sold|~~$2,400~~

Polychrome Decorated Metal and Glass-Mounted Floor Lamp Attributed to Steuben

Located in Sheffield, MA

A polychrome decorated metal. And iridescent glass-mounted floor lamp. The glass possibly Steuben

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Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Pair of Italian 18th Century Louis XVI Period Polychrome and Mecca Floor Lamps

Sold|~~$16,800~~

Pair of Italian 18th Century Louis XVI Period Polychrome and Mecca Floor Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A wonderful pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI period polychrome and mecca floor lamps. Each

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Floor Lamps

1970s-80s Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$1,681~~

1970s-80s Floor Lamp

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp with light points with adjustable intensity with dimmer, enameled metal, chromed

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Floor Lamp, 1960s-1970s

Sold|~~$1,681~~

Floor Lamp, 1960s-1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Ground lamp; chromed metal, blown glass.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Aluminium Italy, 1960s

Sold|~~$1,152~~

Floor Lamp Aluminium Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp with light point with adjustable position by sliding on the rod, and adjustable by means

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Floor Lamp Aluminium, Italy, 1960s

Sold|~~$1,200~~

Floor Lamp Aluminium, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp, base in enameled metal, chromed and enamelled aluminum. Good condition, small signs of

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Enamel

Neoclassical Tiffany Style Polychromed Giltwood Lamp & Leaded Glass Shade 20th C

Sold|~~$1,480~~

Neoclassical Tiffany Style Polychromed Giltwood Lamp & Leaded Glass Shade 20th C

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Neoclassical style floor lamp offers a leaded glass floral mosaic shade in the manner of Tiffany

Category

20th Century American Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Lead

Pair of Ceylonese Polychrome Painted Reading Lamps

Sold|~~$5,172 / set~~

Pair of Ceylonese Polychrome Painted Reading Lamps

Located in London, England

An unusual pair of polychrome painted large candlesticks, finely turned and painted in red with

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Antique Late 19th Century Sri Lankan Anglo-Indian Floor Lamps

Materials

Paint

French Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1930s

Sold|~~$3,002~~

French Art Deco Floor Lamp, 1930s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Very nice French Art Deco floor lamp from the 1930s. Tubular tinted glass. Chromed metal base and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian 17th Century Pique Cierge, Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$4,750~~

Italian 17th Century Pique Cierge, Floor Lamp

Located in Round Top, TX

A very handsome 17th century Pique Cierge, floor lamp from the Lombardi region of Italy in

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Floor Lamp from the 60s and 70s

Sold|~~$960~~

Floor Lamp from the 60s and 70s

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp; chromed metal, glass diffusers.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Phon Floor Lamp by Stilnovo Milano, 1960s

Sold|~~$1,777~~

Phon Floor Lamp by Stilnovo Milano, 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Italian Phon floor lamp model produced by Stilnovo in the 1960s. The lamp consists of a partly

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Chromed Aluminum, Italy, 1960s-1970s

Sold|~~$1,140~~

Floor Lamp Chromed Aluminum, Italy, 1960s-1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp with extendable stem for height adjustment; metal and aluminium, enamelled and chromed.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Pair of Floor Lamps Anonymous, Denmark, 1960s

Sold|~~$2,857 / set~~

Pair of Floor Lamps Anonymous, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lacquered steel and chromed metal. Measures: H 140 cm/ 4' 7".

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Italy 1970s Lighting

Sold|~~$1,200~~

Vintage Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Italy 1970s Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Height-adjustable floor lamp made of chrome-plated metal with marble base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Maison Jansen Palm Tree Floor Lamp, 1970s, France

Sold|~~$9,607~~

Maison Jansen Palm Tree Floor Lamp, 1970s, France

By Maison Jansen

Located in Brussels, BE

Clientèle. The company started in the 19th century and still exists. The palm tree floor is dating circa

Category

Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Beech

Reggiani Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Italy 1960s-1970s

Sold|~~$1,200~~

Reggiani Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Italy 1960s-1970s

By Reggiani

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp with flexible arms. Chrome.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Floor Lamp 60s-70s Chromed Metal Lighting

Sold|~~$840~~

Vintage Floor Lamp 60s-70s Chromed Metal Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp in chromed metal with swiveling diffuser and adjustable height.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Glass, Italy, 1960s-1970s

Sold|~~$1,140~~

Floor Lamp Chromed Metal Glass, Italy, 1960s-1970s

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp, chromed metal, glass. Good conditions, with small signs of usage.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Art Deco Period Floor Lamp, 1930s

Sold|~~$3,002~~

20th Century French Art Deco Period Floor Lamp, 1930s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Very nice French Art Deco floor lamp from the 1930s. Tubular tinted glass. Chromed metal base and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Chinoiserie Floor Lamp with Table Base & Linen Painted Shade

Sold|~~$1,950~~

Chinoiserie Floor Lamp with Table Base & Linen Painted Shade

Located in Milford, NH

A wonderful Chinoiserie floor lamp with shaped linen hand painted shade and polychromed lacquered

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Floor Lamps

Materials

Wire

1960s Pair of French Polychrome Hand Carved Wooden Standing Lamps

Sold|~~$2,281 / set~~

1960s Pair of French Polychrome Hand Carved Wooden Standing Lamps

Located in Marbella, ES

1960s pair of French polychrome hand carved wooden standing lamps.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Space Age Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970

Sold|~~$1,921~~

Sculptural Space Age Murano Glass Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Sculptural and impressive floor lamp with heavy galvanized plated lamp stand and a big Murano

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Carved Wood Figural Torchère Candelabra Seven-Light Floor Lamp, 1950s

Sold|~~$1,501~~

Italian Carved Wood Figural Torchère Candelabra Seven-Light Floor Lamp, 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

A beautiful and colorful Italian floor lamp is made of carved wood and the polychrome painted

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Tôle

Palme Floor Lamp Hans Kogl Attributed

Sold|~~$4,323~~

Palme Floor Lamp Hans Kogl Attributed

By Hans Kögl

Located in Catania, IT

German floor lamp in polychrome metal with palm by Hans Kogl.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Gepo Acrylic Floor Lamp Gino Sarfatti Style, the Netherlands, 1960

Sold|~~$1,140 / item~~

Gepo Acrylic Floor Lamp Gino Sarfatti Style, the Netherlands, 1960

By Gino Sarfatti, Gepo

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Very nice atmospheric floor lamp designed in the style of Gino Sarfatti Italy and manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Metal

Bruno Gecchelin Floor Lamp Marble Chromed Enameled Metal, 1970s-1980s

Sold|~~$1,321~~

Bruno Gecchelin Floor Lamp Marble Chromed Enameled Metal, 1970s-1980s

By Bruno Gecchelin, Skipper

Located in Milano, IT

Floor lamp, marble base, chromed and enameled metal.

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by Kamenický Šenov, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

Sold|~~$696~~

Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by Kamenický Šenov, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

By Kamenicky Senov

Located in Praha, CZ

Vintage floor lamp was made by Kamenický Šenov in Czechoslovakia in circa 1955. Lamp has ingenious

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Halogen Floor Lamp Laser by Giorgio De Ferrari for VeArt, 1973

Sold|~~$3,422~~

Halogen Floor Lamp Laser by Giorgio De Ferrari for VeArt, 1973

By VeArt, Giorgio De Ferrari

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Halogen floor lamp Laser designed by Giorgio De Ferrari for VeArt, 1973. Translated from an

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Early 20th Century Wrought Iron and Polychrome Standard

Sold|~~$1,600~~

Early 20th Century Wrought Iron and Polychrome Standard

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This impressive polychromed wrought iron torchere is handmade of heavy gauge metal. It features its

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Three P433 Floor Lamps by Brusasco & Torretta for Luci Italia, 1970s

Sold|~~$6,244 / set~~

Three P433 Floor Lamps by Brusasco & Torretta for Luci Italia, 1970s

By Luci Italia

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Unique set consisting of three different, but matching and rare floor lamps designed by Pio Luigi

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Monumental Regency Hans Kogl Polychromed Metal Palm Tree Lamps, a Pair

Sold|~~$7,550 / set~~

Vintage Monumental Regency Hans Kogl Polychromed Metal Palm Tree Lamps, a Pair

By Hans Kögl

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Incredible pair of vintage Hans Kogl table lamps. Beautiful, palm tree design with a polychromed

Category

Mid-20th Century German Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rare Carlo Nason Italian floor lamp for Mazzega Italy 1960 chrome glass - G727

Sold|~~$6,364~~

Rare Carlo Nason Italian floor lamp for Mazzega Italy 1960 chrome glass - G727

By Carlo Nason, Mazzega

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Rare floor lamp of the Italian designer Carlo Nason published by Mazzega in the 60s. Chromium

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

White Adjustable Floor Lamp Model 626 by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1970s

Sold|~~$1,705~~

White Adjustable Floor Lamp Model 626 by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1970s

By Oluce, Joe Colombo

Located in Rotterdam, NL

In 1970 Joe Colombo designed Model 626, a floor lamp immediately nicknamed ‘Alogena’ or ‘Colombo

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

George Nelson and Daniel Lewis for Koch and Lowy Eyeshade Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$1,750~~

George Nelson and Daniel Lewis for Koch and Lowy Eyeshade Floor Lamp

By Daniel Lewis, Koch & Lowy, George Nelson

Located in Southampton, NJ

A desk Lamp with perforated, enameled, aluminium shade in black with white translucent end panels

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Bul-Bo Floor Lamp by Roberto Gabetti & Aimaro Isola for Linea GB Milano, 1969

Sold|~~$5,944~~

Bul-Bo Floor Lamp by Roberto Gabetti & Aimaro Isola for Linea GB Milano, 1969

By Linea Gb Milano, Roberto Gabetti and Aimaro Isola

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Bul-Bo floor lamp manufactured by Linea GB Milano for Ar.Bo. And designed by Roberto Gabetti

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Floor Lamps, Model 1073, Designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1960s

Sold|~~$9,967 / set~~

Set of 3 Floor Lamps, Model 1073, Designed by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1960s

By Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Set of three floor lamps by Gino Sarfatti for Italian lighting company Arteluce. This model with

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Pair of "Petitot" Chrome and Black Wood Floor Lamps with Salmon Rose Glass Wings

Sold|~~$11,408~~

Pair of "Petitot" Chrome and Black Wood Floor Lamps with Salmon Rose Glass Wings

By Atelier Petitot

Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH

Rare pair of "Petitot" floor lamps chrome with salmon rose glass wings just one small chip on one

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Italian Gilded Wood Venetian Figural Torchère Candelabra Floor Lamp

Sold|~~$5,644 / item~~

Italian Gilded Wood Venetian Figural Torchère Candelabra Floor Lamp

Located in Antwerp, BE

upon a carved polychrome painted pedestal. The figural floor lamp is in very good visual and excellent

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1930's French Art Deco Floor Lamp with Black Stem and Nickeled Shade and Base

Sold|~~$4,683~~

1930's French Art Deco Floor Lamp with Black Stem and Nickeled Shade and Base

Located in Ulm, DE

Floor lamp Wooden shaft in black piano lacquer Stepped base and lamp shade, original chrome

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the polychrome floor lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A polychrome floor lamp — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer polychrome floor lamp, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each polychrome floor lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Baroque or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one polychrome floor lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Joe Colombo, Oluce and Arteluce produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Polychrome Floor Lamp?

Prices for a polychrome floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $543 and can go as high as $16,800, while the average can fetch as much as $2,207.

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 Polychrome Floor 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.

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

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

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What is 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 the best floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How do you identify an old floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How 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.
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.
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.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
Are LED floor lamps worth it?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
How do you identify an antique floor lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
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.