What is a portable lamp?

As the name suggests, a portable lamp is a lamp that can be moved and plugged in wherever there is an electrical outlet. Floor and table lamps mainly fall under the portable lamp category. Shop a range of antique and vintage portable lamps on 1stDibs.

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.

What is the best floor lamp?

Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

What is a torchiere floor lamp?

A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.

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 good bright floor lamp?

A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?

On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How do I choose an arc floor lamp?

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

What is the best floor lamp for reading?

Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?

There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best reading floor lamp?

The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What are the parts of a floor lamp called?

The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How tall should an arc floor lamp be?

How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.

Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?

Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of floor lamp gives the most light?

The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.

How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?

The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

Portable Floor Lamp

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Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Portable Floor Lamp, Metalarte, Enrique Franch, Spain

H 55.12 in Dm 15.75 in

'Tama' Black and White Floor Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti, 1975

By Isao Hosoe, Valenti

Located in Schagen, NL

Gorgeous portable floor lamp designed by Isao Hosoe for Valenti Milano in 1975. This lamp features

Category

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

Materials

Plastic

'Tama' Black and White Floor Lamp by Isao Hosoe for Valenti, 1975

H 16.54 in Dm 14.18 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Terracotta by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Anthracite by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Black by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in White by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Pale Green by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck An elegant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Forest Green by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 2700K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck An elegant outdoor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Flos In Vitro 3000K Unplugged Portable Lamp in Dark Brown by Philippe Starck

H 11.9 in Dm 5.2 in

Ghost Floor Lamp by Studio Kowalewski

Located in Geneve, CH

Ghost floor lamp by Studio Kowalewski Materials: metal, glass. Dimensions: D 24 x H 60 cm

Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ghost Floor Lamp by Studio Kowalewski

H 23.63 in Dm 9.45 in

Tobia Floor Lamp by Ferrucio Laviani for Foscarini

By Ferruccio Laviani, Foscarini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tobia floor lamp designed by Ferruccio Laviani in 2019 for Italian manufacturer Foscarini. In the

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tobia Floor Lamp by Ferrucio Laviani for Foscarini

H 69 in W 15 in D 11 in

Verner Panton 'Panthella' Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Verner Panton

Located in Glendale, CA

multiple sizes & finishes as well as in a portable version. This listing is for the 'Panthella' floor lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Verner Panton 'Panthella' Floor Lamp for Louis Poulsen

H 51.4 in Dm 19.7 in

Edy floor lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Edy floor lamp designed by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte in 1982. Besides a floor lamp, the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Edy floor lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

H 48.04 in W 11.03 in D 11.03 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Floor Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp, portable lamp, suspension or ceiling lamp, as well as a three-stemmed floor version. This listing

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Floor Lamp for KDLN

H 72.1 in Dm 16.9 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Copper Floor Lamp for Kdln

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp, portable lamp, suspension or ceiling lamp, as well as a three-stemmed floor version

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Copper

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Copper Floor Lamp for Kdln

H 72.1 in Dm 16.9 in

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi' opaline glass and copper three-stemmed floor lamp for KDLN. Executed in mouth-blown

Category

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

Materials

Copper, Metal

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

H 55.1 in Dm 22.1 in

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi' opaline glass and brass three-stemmed floor lamp for KDLN. Executed in mouth-blown

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN

H 55.1 in Dm 22.1 in

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Clear Shade, Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

offers a convenient portable device charger. The base, rod stand, and diffuser of this standing floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Clear Shade, Philippe Starck

H 59 in Dm 15.75 in

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Cloth Shade, Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

offers a convenient portable device charger. The base, rod stand, and diffuser of this standing floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Cloth Shade, Philippe Starck

H 59 in Dm 15.75 in

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Bronze Shade, Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

offers a convenient portable device charger. The base, rod stand, and diffuser of this standing floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Bronze Shade, Philippe Starck

H 59 in Dm 15.75 in

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Fumee Shade, Philippe Starck

By Philippe Starck, Flos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

offers a convenient portable device charger. The base, rod stand, and diffuser of this standing floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

FLOS Bibliotheque Nationale Chrome Floor Lamp with Fumee Shade, Philippe Starck

H 59 in Dm 15.75 in

Three-Head White and Chrome Floor Lamp by Underwriters Laboratories, circa 1960

By Underwriters Laboratories

Located in Chicago, IL

Floor lamp with three heads with white shades and chrome posts. Adjustable, with a black circular

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Three-Head White and Chrome Floor Lamp by Underwriters Laboratories, circa 1960

H 64 in W 37.5 in D 13 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Metal Floor Lamp for KDLN in Black

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp, portable lamp, suspension or ceiling lamp, as well as a three-stemmed floor version. This listing

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Metal Floor Lamp for KDLN in Black

H 72.1 in Dm 16.9 in

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Blue Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Blue Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani From the ingenuity of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Blue Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

H 46.34 in Dm 1.3 in

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Black Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Black Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani From the ingenuity of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Black Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

H 46.34 in Dm 1.3 in

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Concrete Green Aluminum & Steel by Mario Alessiani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

and portable lamp, usable both outdoors and indoors, designed for different uses: table, floor

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Concrete Green Aluminum & Steel by Mario Alessiani

H 46.34 in Dm 1.3 in

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in White Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in White Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani From the ingenuity of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in White Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

H 46.34 in Dm 1.3 in

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Metal Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN in Black

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi' Opaline glass and metal three-stemmed floor lamp for KDLN in Black. Executed in mouth

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Metal Three-Stemmed Floor Lamp for KDLN in Black

H 55.1 in Dm 22.1 in

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Mauve Dust Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

portable lamp, usable both outdoors and indoors, designed for different uses: table, floor, suspension

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Axolight Float Floor Lamp in Mauve Dust Aluminum and Steel by Mario Alessiani

H 46.34 in Dm 1.3 in

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

By Alfredo Häberli 1, Astep

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

technology, enabling this sophisticated and highly versatile lamp to be used unplugged. The Luminaire is

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

H 11.82 in Dm 8.67 in

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

By Alfredo Häberli 1, Astep

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

technology, enabling this sophisticated and highly versatile lamp to be used unplugged. The Luminaire is

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

H 11.82 in Dm 8.67 in

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

By Alfredo Häberli 1, Astep

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

technology, enabling this sophisticated and highly versatile lamp to be used unplugged. The Luminaire is

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Opaline Glass

Alfredo Häberli Nox Wireless Lamp for Astep

H 11.82 in Dm 8.67 in

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Brass

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Brass. Recalling the promise and grandeur of

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Brass

H 13.3 in Dm 5.31 in

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Copper Portable Table Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi Mobile' opaline glass and copper portable table lamp for KDLN. Executed in mouth-blown

Category

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

Materials

Copper, Metal

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Copper Portable Table Lamp for KDLN

H 6.7 in Dm 6.3 in

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Brass Portable Table Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi Mobile' opaline glass and brass portable table lamp for KDLN. Executed in mouth-blown

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Brass Portable Table Lamp for KDLN

H 6.7 in Dm 6.3 in

Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen

By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

as a non-portable version or as a white floor lamp, please see our separate listings. This listing is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Table Lamp in White for Louis Poulsen

H 9.1 in Dm 6.3 in

Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Grey Acrylic

By Louis Poulsen, Verner Panton

Located in Glendale, CA

as a non-portable version or as a white floor lamp, please see our separate listings. This listing is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum

Verner Panton 'Panthella 160 Portable' Lamp for Louis Poulsen in Grey Acrylic

H 9.1 in Dm 6.3 in

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pomona Red

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pomona Red. Recalling the promise and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pomona Red

H 13.3 in Dm 5.31 in

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Hackles Black

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Hackles Black. Recalling the promise and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Hackles Black

H 13.3 in Dm 5.31 in

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Candlenut White

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Candlenut White. Recalling the promise and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Candlenut White

H 13.3 in Dm 5.31 in

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Metal Portable Table Lamp for KDLN in Black

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline glass and metal portable table lamp for KDLN in Black. Executed in mouth

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'Kushi Mobile' Opaline Glass and Metal Portable Table Lamp for KDLN in Black

H 6.7 in Dm 6.3 in

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pleasure Garden Green

By TALA

Located in Glendale, CA

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pleasure Garden Green. Recalling the promise

Category

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

Materials

Metal

'The Muse' Portable Lamp by Farrow & Ball x Tala in Pleasure Garden Green

H 13.3 in Dm 5.31 in

Matali Crasset Designed "Nomade / LED" PS 2017 Floor or Table Lamp, for IKEA

By Matali Crasset

Located in London, GB

For sale the wonderful "Nomade / LED" Floor or Table Lamp, designed by French designer, Matali

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Wire

Matali Crasset Designed "Nomade / LED" PS 2017 Floor or Table Lamp, for IKEA

H 12.21 in W 7.09 in D 9.06 in

Gibigiana Lamp Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1980s

By Achille Castiglioni

Located in toronto, CA

Floor Lamp (1960s). The effect of the cocoon allowed for a soft, ambient glow. Other signature Flos

Category

Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Gibigiana Lamp Achille Castiglioni for Flos, 1980s

H 16.5 in W 4 in D 5.5 in

Venini Battery Lamp in Orange, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

that has always been the hallmark of VENINI glassware return in this line of table and floor lamps that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Venini Battery Lamp in Orange, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

H 6.3 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Venini Battery Lamp in Amber, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

that has always been the hallmark of VENINI glassware return in this line of table and floor lamps that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Venini Battery Lamp in Amber, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

H 6.3 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Edy table lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

By Fontana Arte

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Edy series of low-voltage lamps consisted of a hanging lamp, a wall lamp and a floor lamp, each with a

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Edy table lamp by Piero Castiglioni for Fontana Arte, 1980s

H 17.33 in W 9.85 in D 13.78 in

Venini Battery Lamp in Milk-White, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

By Venini

Located in murano, IT

that has always been the hallmark of VENINI glassware return in this line of table and floor lamps that

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Venini Battery Lamp in Milk-White, Rechargeable, Dimmerable, Touch

H 6.3 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Verner Panton 'Panthella 400' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

By Verner Panton, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

available in smaller sizes that have a choice of 9 colors, as a portable lamp, and as a floor lamp. This

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

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Steel

Verner Panton 'Panthella 400' Table Lamp for Louis Poulsen

H 22.8 in Dm 15.7 in

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for Kdln

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

lamp with one or three stems, a portable lamp, as well as a suspension or ceiling lamp. This listing is

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

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Brass, Metal

'Kushi XL' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for Kdln

H 24 in Dm 13 in

Small 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

quantities, in three finishes as well as in a larger size. Also available as a portable lamp, pendant light

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Small 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for KDLN

H 6.3 in Dm 6.3 in

Small 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Table Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

quantities, in three finishes as well as in a larger size. Also available as a portable lamp, pendant light

Category

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

Materials

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Small 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Copper Table Lamp for KDLN

H 6.3 in Dm 6.3 in

Large 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for KDLN

By KDLN, Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella

Located in Glendale, CA

quantities, in three finishes as well as in a smaller size. Also available as a portable lamp, pendant light

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

Large 'Kushi' Opaline Glass and Brass Table Lamp for KDLN

H 12.6 in Dm 13 in

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Portable Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the portable floor lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each portable floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and aluminum. There are 29 variations of the antique or vintage portable floor lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 73 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a portable floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A portable floor lamp, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one portable floor lamp that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alberto Saggia e Valerio Sommella, KDLN and Philippe Starck produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Portable Floor Lamp?

Prices for a portable floor lamp start at $150 and top out at $6,199 with the average selling for $1,350.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Portable Floor Lamp

What is a portable lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
As the name suggests, a portable lamp is a lamp that can be moved and plugged in wherever there is an electrical outlet. Floor and table lamps mainly fall under the portable lamp category. Shop a range of antique and vintage portable lamps on 1stDibs.
What are floor lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a torchiere floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

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

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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