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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Skyscraper Floor Lamp

Chrome Torchiere

Casella Skyscraper

Casella Torchiere

Curtis Jere Skyscraper

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Vintage 1970s Dutch Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Herda Amsterdam Skyscraper Floor lamp 1970s

$1,709

H 64.57 in Dm 22.45 in

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Chicago, IL

Signed Curtis Jere chrome skyscraper floor lamp. Style of Paul Evans Cityscape.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp

$5,500

H 61 in Dm 9.75 in

Late 20th-Century Empire State Building Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Italy

Located in New York, NY

Empire State Building Skyscraper Floor Lamp. Illuminated translucent resin model of the Empire

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

Late 20th-Century Empire State Building Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Italy

$4,800

H 56.38 in W 17.38 in D 7.13 in

Pair of Architectural Neal Small Skyscraper Floor Lamps for Koch & Lowy

By Koch & Lowy, Neal Small

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Neal Small Skyscraper Floor Lamps for Koch & Lowy. Artistic pair of architectural floor

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Architectural Neal Small Skyscraper Floor Lamps for Koch & Lowy

$7,500 / set

H 48 in W 10 in D 10 in

MCM Chrome Three Cylinder "Skyscraper" Floor Lamp by Neal Small

By Neal Small

Located in San Diego, CA

A very hard to find MCM atomic chrome three cylinder "skyscraper" floor lamp by Neal Small, circa

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

MCM Chrome Three Cylinder "Skyscraper" Floor Lamp by Neal Small

$1,320 Sale Price

20% Off

H 48 in W 6 in D 3 in

Mid Century Modern Stacked Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamps - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Stacked Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamps - a Pair. Item features

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Stacked Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamps - a Pair

$2,950 / set

H 59.25 in W 11 in D 11 in

Vintage Leeazanne Postmodern Art Deco Style Metal Tapered Skyscraper Floor Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Leeazanne Postmodern Art Deco Style Metal Tapered Skyscraper Floor Lamp with Wooden Base. Circa

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Late 20th Century Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Leeazanne Postmodern Art Deco Style Metal Tapered Skyscraper Floor Lamp

$650

H 54 in W 11 in D 11 in

Mid-Century Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Casella Lighting

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Vintage 1980s or 1970s Art Deco/Hollywood Regency floor lamp. This lamp has thin chrome metal

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp

$1,299

H 61 in W 10 in D 10 in

Home Made Machine Age Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Nessen Studio

Located in New York, NY

surfaces, as shown. Square shade not original, or included. The lamp has been recently and professionally

Category

Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Home Made Machine Age Skyscraper Floor Lamp

$1,200

H 64.5 in Dm 11 in

Brass and Black Skyscraper Floor Lamp after Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Stylish Art Deco Revival skyscraper style floor lamp. The lamp is constructed of black laminated

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Brass and Black Skyscraper Floor Lamp after Springer

$975

H 62 in Dm 12 in

Curtis Jere Geometric Polished Stainless Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Hanover, MA

Very clean and dramatic architectural floor lamp comprised of multiple segments of mirror polished

Category

Vintage 1970s American Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Curtis Jere Geometric Polished Stainless Skyscraper Floor Lamp

$5,600

H 63 in W 9 in D 9 in

Anodized Aluminum Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Pat Hoffman, United States, c. 1970

By Pat Hoffman

Located in New York City, NY

Tall, sculptural floor lamp. This lamp has previously been attributed to Vladimir Kagan, but our

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Anodized Aluminum Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Pat Hoffman, United States, c. 1970

$3,800

H 48 in Dm 9 in

Neal Small for Koch & Lowy Aluminum and Steel "Skyscraper" Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Koch & Lowy, Neal Small

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Neal Small for Koch & Lowy polished aluminum periscope, tower floor lamp. In sculpted reflective

Category

20th Century American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Neal Small for Koch & Lowy Aluminum and Steel "Skyscraper" Floor Lamp, 1970s

$4,000

H 48 in W 10 in D 10 in

Mirrored Floor Lamp French Art Deco

By Serge Roche

Located in Hudson, NY

This is a beautiful art Franch Art Deco mirrored skyscraper floor lamp. One panel had come off and

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mirrored Floor Lamp French Art Deco

$2,080 Sale Price

35% Off

H 70.5 in W 17 in D 17 in

Rare Stainless Steel Skyscraper Modular Floor Lamp by Reggiani, Italy, ca. 1970s

By Reggiani

Located in Geneva, CH

Rare vintage stainless steel and plastic modular skyscraper floor lamp produced by Reggiani

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rare Stainless Steel Skyscraper Modular Floor Lamp by Reggiani, Italy, ca. 1970s

$18,500

H 74.02 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

C. Jeré "Skyscraper" Geometric Sculptural Floor Lamp

By Jerry Fels, Curtis Freiler, Artisan House, Curtis Jeré

Located in Littleton, CO

A striking sculptural floor lamp by Curtis Jeré - a pseudonym for the collaborative artistry of

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

C. Jeré "Skyscraper" Geometric Sculptural Floor Lamp

$3,675 Sale Price

20% Off

H 62.75 in W 9 in D 9 in

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps with Skyscraper Motif

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Pair of Art Deco floor lamps with stepped base and matching stepped top. The nickel stepped base

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps with Skyscraper Motif

$7,550

H 71 in Dm 12.5 in

Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Acrylic Skyscraper Side Table Floor Lamp

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Acrylic Skyscraper Side Table Floor Lamp with Round Acrylic Table

Category

Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Mid Century Modern Lucite Acrylic Skyscraper Side Table Floor Lamp

$850

H 56 in W 16 in D 22.5 in

Decorator Fine Art Lamps Gold Gilt Metal Skyscraper Modern Floor Lamps - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Decorator Fine Art Lamps Gold Gilt Metal Skyscraper Modern Floor Lamps - a Pair. Item features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Decorator Fine Art Lamps Gold Gilt Metal Skyscraper Modern Floor Lamps - a Pair

$1,800 / set

H 64 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Aluminum Cubist Floor Lamp with Silk Shade

Located in New York, NY

This refined and sculptural Art Deco Machine Age floor lamp was realized in the United States

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Aluminum Cubist Floor Lamp with Silk Shade

$4,475

H 61.75 in W 24 in D 12 in

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Frosted Rose Glass Torchiere w/ Stylized Cubist Detail

Located in New York, NY

, which diffuses light beautifully and adds a warm, luxurious glow to any interior. The dynamic skyscraper

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lacquer

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Frosted Rose Glass Torchiere w/ Stylized Cubist Detail

$5,975

H 70 in Dm 18 in

Mid Century Art Deco Skyscraper Rocket Folk Art Wooden Floor Lamp

Located in Bernville, PA

Magnificent mid century Art Deco skyscraper rocket Folk Art wooden floor lamp. Skyscraper light

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Art Deco Skyscraper Rocket Folk Art Wooden Floor Lamp

$2,450

H 64 in W 20 in D 11 in

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Curtis Jeré, “Skyscraper” Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Paris, FR

This floor lamp casts light upwards and through the openings. It is mounted on a black wood stand.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Curtis Jeré, “Skyscraper” Floor Lamp

H 62.8 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Casella “Pylon” Polished Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Casella Lighting

Located in Indianapolis, IN

A "Pylon" skyscraper or monolith style torchiere floor lamp by Casella. Originally produced in the

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Casella “Pylon” Polished Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

1970s Skyscrapers Floor Lamp by Tronconi in Painted White Metal

By Tronconi

Located in Parma, IT

1970s floor lamp in painted metal with chromed part, skyscrapers shaped. Production Tronconi

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1970s Skyscrapers Floor Lamp by Tronconi in Painted White Metal

H 27.56 in Dm 19.69 in

FLOOR LAMP hand-crafted from Cherry Wood and Japanese shoji paper

Located in East Hampton, NY

The Skyscraper Floor Lamp stands 4 feet tall with an external architectural structure made from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Cherry, Oak, Paper

FLOOR LAMP hand-crafted from Cherry Wood and Japanese shoji paper

H 42 in W 12 in D 12 in

Signed Original Curtis Jere Skyscraper / Chrome Clover Leaf Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Culver City, CA

Clean and dramatic architectural floor lamp comprised of multiple segments of mirror polished

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Signed Original Curtis Jere Skyscraper / Chrome Clover Leaf Floor Lamp

H 61 in Dm 9.75 in

Stilnovo Skyscrapers Plexiglass Lamp from the 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Parma, IT

Floor or table lamp attributed to Stilnovo, 1960s. Curved bicolor methacrylate structure with

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo Skyscrapers Plexiglass Lamp from the 1960s

H 27.56 in Dm 12.6 in

Vladimir Kagan Skyscraper Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

Skyscraper floor lamp in polished chrome with three up lights by Vladimir Kagan, American, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vladimir Kagan Skyscraper Floor Lamp, 1970s

H 30.5 in W 6 in D 6 in

Pair of Chrome "Skyscraper" Floor Lamps

Located in Highland, IN

This wonderful matched pair of "Skyscraper" floor lamps give a flattering, diffuse light reflected

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Chrome "Skyscraper" Floor Lamps

H 48 in Dm 12 in

C. Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By C. Jeré Artisan House

Located in Culver City, CA

This floor lamp is an absolutely beautiful piece of modernism. This C. Jere skyscraper floor lamp

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

C. Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 61 in W 9 in D 6 in

Curtis Jere Skyscraper Floor Lamp in Chrome

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This architectonic Curtis Jere skyscraper floor lamp rendered in hand-forged, interlaced chrome

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal, Steel

Curtis Jere Skyscraper Floor Lamp in Chrome

H 36 in W 9 in D 9 in

Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Gilded with Original Metal Tassle Pulls

Located in New York, NY

Skyscraper floor lamp, gilded with original metal tassle pulls, French c. 1930

Category

Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps

Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Gilded with Original Metal Tassle Pulls

H 68.5 in

C.Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp Signed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful chrome skyscraper floor lamp by C.Jere. Very interesting building design. The lamp is

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

C.Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp Signed

H 61 in Dm 7 in

Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Maison Lucien Gau, France, 1980s

By Maison Lucien Gau

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Skyscraper floor lamp in gilt metal gold lacquered and opaline sandblasted glass by Maison Lucien

Category

Vintage 1980s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Maison Lucien Gau, France, 1980s

H 69.3 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in

C Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration a C Jere chrome skyscraper floor lamp Mid-Century Modern, USA, circa 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

C Jere Chrome Skyscraper Floor Lamp Mid-Century Modern

H 61.25 in Dm 9.75 in

Mid-century Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Space Age Chrome & Lucite

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Midcentury Space Age chrome and Lucite Skyscraper floor lamp Gorgeous midcentury Space Age design

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-century Skyscraper Floor Lamp, Space Age Chrome & Lucite

H 53 in W 9 in L 53 in

Vintage Brass "Skyscraper" Floor Lamps by Casella

By Casella Lighting

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Amazing vintage brass "Skyscraper" floor lamps by Casella in the United States, circa 1970s. These

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Brass "Skyscraper" Floor Lamps by Casella

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Willy Rizzo Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Den Haag, NL

Willy Rizzo skyscraper brass floor lamp. Three bulbs switch independent, pull down switch, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Willy Rizzo Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 62.6 in W 22.05 in D 9.26 in

Post Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Casella Lighting

Located in Toronto, ON

Post Modern Style 'skyscraper' chrome floor lamp attributed to Casella Lighting. This lamp was

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Post Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 58.5 in W 16 in D 10 in

HEAVY CHROME SKYSCRAPER FLOOR LAMP

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful heavy chrome skyscraped floor lamp with five light sources, the lamp has been newly

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

HEAVY CHROME SKYSCRAPER FLOOR LAMP

H 53 in

Stunning Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in New York, NY

This Art Deco Machine Age skyscraper lamp is a great example of the skyscraper Machine Age's

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Stunning Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 61 in Dm 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Architectural Stacked Lucite Skyscraper Floor Lamp

Located in West Hartford, CT

Vintage Lucite table lamp made of stacked rectangular Lucite pieces. Each rectangle piece can

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Architectural Stacked Lucite Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 60 in W 12 in D 12 in

Pair of 1970s Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp Torchieres by Casella

By Casella

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This pair of floor lamps made by Casella in a now discontinued all chrome finish, were custom-made

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Floor Lamps

Pair of 1970s Modern Skyscraper Floor Lamp Torchieres by Casella

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor Lamp Tower Midcentury Modern 1970s

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Chula Vista, CA

C Jere Chrome Skyscraper tower floor lamp Mid-Century Modern Brutalism, 1970s Dimensions: 61 1/4

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor Lamp Tower Midcentury Modern 1970s

H 61.25 in Dm 9.75 in

Skyscraper Style Art Deco Bronze Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

This beautifully made floor lamp features a skyscraper style base with stepped detailing. It has

Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Skyscraper Style Art Deco Bronze Floor Lamp

H 63 in

Mid-Century Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful lamp is comprised of asymmetrical lucite cylinders at varying heights creating a

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Mid-Century Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp

H 66 in W 5 in D 5 in

Hollywood Regency Tall Chrome Skyscraper Tower Floor Lamp, 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Hollywood Regency floor lamp offers chrome construction in skyscraper tower form, 20th century

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Hollywood Regency Tall Chrome Skyscraper Tower Floor Lamp, 20th C

H 72.75 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Polished Brass Midcentury Skyscraper Torchiere Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

By Casella Lighting

Located in South Bend, IN

Offering an outstanding midcentury Hollywood Regency torchiere floor lamp by Casella Lighting of

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Polished Brass Midcentury Skyscraper Torchiere Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

H 72.63 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Adjustable Floor Lamp with Shell Detailing

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional Machine Age Art Deco floor lamp features a chrome height adjustable design with

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Adjustable Floor Lamp with Shell Detailing

H 64 in W 10.5 in D 17.5 in

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Adjustable Floor Lamp with Shell Detailing

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Machine Age Art Deco chrome floor lamp was realized in the United States, circa 1935

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Adjustable Floor Lamp with Shell Detailing

H 64 in W 10.5 in D 17.5 in

Paul Evans SKYSCRAPER Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Large Paul Evans Chrome Skyscraper Lamp.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Paul Evans SKYSCRAPER Lamp

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Modernist Skyscraper Style Hand Blown Smoked Bronze Murano Glass Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

This striking and handsome modernist skyscraper style lamp was handblown in Murano, Italy- the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Modernist Skyscraper Style Hand Blown Smoked Bronze Murano Glass Floor Lamp

H 67 in Dm 18 in

Midcentury Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp with Custom Metal Shade

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful Mid-Century Modernist floor lamp is comprised of four asymmetrical thick lucite

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Midcentury Lucite and Chrome Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp with Custom Metal Shade

H 65 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Bronze Floor Lamp with Citrine & Black Glass Accents

Located in New York, NY

This stunning and dramatic high style Art Deco floor lamp was realized in the United States, circa

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Cubist Skyscraper Bronze Floor Lamp with Citrine & Black Glass Accents

H 68 in Dm 20 in

Chrome "Skyscraper" Lamp by Casella

By Casella Lighting

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Unique chrome floor lamp by Casella. The light is known as the Skyscaper lamp. Its bright chrome

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome "Skyscraper" Lamp by Casella

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 4 in

Stunning Art Deco Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp in Solid Brass and Black Enamel

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous Art Deco skyscraper style floor lamp features beautiful black enamel fan design on

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Stunning Art Deco Skyscraper Style Floor Lamp in Solid Brass and Black Enamel

H 63 in W 11 in D 11 in

French Art Deco Mahogany and Chrome Skyscraper Style Torchiere Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Created in France circa 1935, this luxe skyscraper style Art Deco torchiere lamp has been

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

French Art Deco Mahogany and Chrome Skyscraper Style Torchiere Lamp

H 69.5 in Dm 19 in

Ceramic Floor Lamp, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage Ceramic Floor Lamp with skyscraper shape, Italy 1970s. Very good condition.

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Ceramic Floor Lamp, Italy 1970s

H 29.14 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Exceptional Art Deco Floor Lamp

Located in Hanover, MA

Nickel plated Art Deco floor lamp with skyscraper design. Would be at home in the lobby of the

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Exceptional Art Deco Floor Lamp

Pair Of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

Polished Nickel. Newly Rewired.

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Pair Of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Torchieres

H 64.75 in Dm 13 in

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Channeled Ebonized Walnut & Polished Chrome Torchiere

Located in New York, NY

skyscraper style circular tiered base; a channeled ebonized walnut body that tapers to its nadir; and a two

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Art Deco Skyscraper Style Channeled Ebonized Walnut & Polished Chrome Torchiere

H 63.75 in Dm 14 in

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Nickel Torchiere w/ Rose & Clear Glass

Located in New York, NY

aesthetic with its striking Skyscraper style design. The torchiere features a gleaming polished nickel base

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Nickel

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Nickel Torchiere w/ Rose & Clear Glass

H 74 in Dm 20 in

Pair of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Channeled Ebonized Walnut & Chrome Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

feature skyscraper style circular tiered bases; channeled ebonized walnut bodies that taper to their nadir

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Channeled Ebonized Walnut & Chrome Torchieres

H 63.75 in Dm 14 in

1970s Curtis Jere Spectacular Tall Floor Lamp Interlocking Tower Chrome & Steel

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Tall floor lamp C Jere Skyscraper Tower Floor Lamp in Chrome, Brutal Modern 1970s Curtis Jere

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Steel, Chrome

1970s Curtis Jere Spectacular Tall Floor Lamp Interlocking Tower Chrome & Steel

H 61.5 in W 10 in D 10 in

Italian Fabrizio Cocchia and Gianfranco Fini Floor Lamp in Chrome 1970

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Italian skyscraper-style folded metal chrome floor lamp, by Gianfranco Fini and Fabrizio Cocchia

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Chrome

Italian Fabrizio Cocchia and Gianfranco Fini Floor Lamp in Chrome 1970

H 58.5 in Dm 10.5 in

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Nickel Torchiere with Glass Rod Detailing

Located in New York, NY

from Classic Deco to contemporary. The floor lamp has been newly rewired and is in excellent condition

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Nickel

Art Deco Machine Age Skyscraper Style Nickel Torchiere with Glass Rod Detailing

H 62.25 in Dm 13 in L 62.25 in

Exquisite Art Deco Skyscraper Style Torchiere in the Manner of Ruhlmann

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite Art Deco torchiere in the manner of Ruhlmann. This large torchiere in nickel features a three-tiered stepped design base with a black enamel top that holds four linear sup...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Exquisite Art Deco Skyscraper Style Torchiere in the Manner of Ruhlmann

H 79.5 in Dm 18 in

Pair of Skyscraper Style Art Deco Torchieres in Nickeled Bronze & Black Lacquer

Located in New York, NY

This stunning pair of skyscraper style Torchieres were realized in France at the height of Art Deco

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Bronze, Nickel

Pair of Skyscraper Style Art Deco Torchieres in Nickeled Bronze & Black Lacquer

H 68.75 in Dm 18.5 in

Pair of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Streamlined Chrome and Black Enamel Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

chrome and black enamel ascend. The cylindrical bodies culiminate in skyscraper style shades composed of

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

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Pair of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Streamlined Chrome and Black Enamel Torchieres

H 12 in Dm 64.5 in

Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Palm Springs, CA

1970’s Skyscraper floor lamp by Vladimir Kagan.

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Vintage 1970s North American Modern Floor Lamps

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Aluminum

Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Vladimir Kagan

H 48 in W 9 in D 7 in

American Mid Century Triad Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Koch & Lowy, USA 1970s

By Neal Small, Pat Hoffman, Koch & Lowy

Located in Miami, FL

Sculptural triad skyscraper floor lamp rendered in three anodized aluminum tubes at alternating

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Aluminum

American Mid Century Triad Skyscraper Floor Lamp by Koch & Lowy, USA 1970s

H 48 in W 9 in D 7 in

Casella Torchiere Skyscraper Floor Lamps from Steve Chase Designed Home, Pair

By Casella

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Invest in a piece of design history with this pair of Casella torchiere skyscraper floor lamps

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Casella Torchiere Skyscraper Floor Lamps from Steve Chase Designed Home, Pair

H 72.75 in W 11 in D 7.5 in

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor Lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in Pemberton, NJ

C. Jere floor lamp in skyscraper form with chrome interlocking clover shaped pieces. This lamp is

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor Lamp

H 61 in W 10 in D 10 in L 61 in

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor lamp

By Curtis Jeré

Located in St. Louis, MO

C. Jere floor lamp in skyscraper form with chrome interlocking pieces. This lamp is signed and

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Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

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Chrome

Signed Curtis Jere Chrome Interplay Skyscraper Floor lamp

H 62.75 in W 9 in D 9 in

Mid-Century George Kovacs Brass Pillar ~Skyscraper~ Floor Lamps

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A pair of 1950s floor lamps by designer George Kovacs Heavy, solid and exceptional lamps. Each has

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Mid-Century George Kovacs Brass Pillar ~Skyscraper~ Floor Lamps

H 58 in W 12 in D 8 in

Pair of Mid-Century Chrome Torchiere Skyscraper Floor Lamps by Casella

By Casella, Casella Lighting

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This matching pair of vintage floor lamps by Casella features Mid-Century chrome finish, dimming

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Pair of Mid-Century Chrome Torchiere Skyscraper Floor Lamps by Casella

H 72.5 in W 11 in D 4 in

Skyscraper Chrome Modern Floor Lamp Stamped by Curtis Jere

By Curtis Jeré, Paul Evans

Located in Houston, TX

Chrome Skyscraper floor lamp that is signed by Curtis Jere. The lamp is in working condition. The

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Skyscraper Chrome Modern Floor Lamp Stamped by Curtis Jere

H 61 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Mid-Century Pair of Brass Monolith Skyscraper Casella Torchiere Floor Lamps

By Casella Lighting

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

We presents a pair of Vintage brass "Skyscraper" floor lamps by Casella in San Francisco, circa

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Brass

Mid-Century Pair of Brass Monolith Skyscraper Casella Torchiere Floor Lamps

H 72 in W 11 in D 8 in

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Skyscraper Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic skyscraper floor lamp available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and wood, every skyscraper floor lamp was constructed with great care. There are 58 variations of the antique or vintage skyscraper floor lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the skyscraper floor lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A skyscraper floor lamp, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Casella Lighting, Curtis Jere and Casella each produced at least one beautiful skyscraper floor lamp that is worth considering.

How Much is a Skyscraper Floor Lamp?

Prices for a skyscraper floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $895 and can go as high as $12,475, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.

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 Skyscraper Floor Lamp

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.

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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.

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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.
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.
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?
1 Answer
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.
How do you identify an old floor lamp?
1 Answer
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?
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 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.
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.
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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

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