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Midcentury Industrial Aluminium Surgeons Operating Theatre Floor Lamp circa 1950
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Midcentury industrial aluminium, surgeons operating theatre floor lamp, circa 1950
English makers
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Bronze
H 90.56 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Extra Large Vintage Theatre Stage Floor Lamp By Strand Electric
By Strand Electric
Located in Nottingham, GB
Extra Large Stage Floor Lamp by The Strand Electric
An extremely large floor lamp by Strand
Category
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Mid 20th century theatre lamp by Jupiterlicht
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century theatre lamp by jupiterlicht circa 1960.
Good quality steel and aluminium theatre
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
20th Century Italian Industrial Style Metal Spotlight - Theatre Pine Floor Light
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
detailed theater floor studio lamp is composed with a large adjustable shade, featuring a single light
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 92 in W 36 in D 31 in
1950's French Theatre Spot Lamp On Tripod Stand
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s French Theatre Spot Lamp On Tripod Stand.
Well made and engineered, the lamp is an
Category
Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Theatre Lamp, Hewitt Universal, Victorian Cast Iron Stand
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage theatre lamp by Hewitt Universal mounted to a Victorian cast iron stand.
Fully
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Large Vintage Theatre Lamp, Strand Electric, English, Steel, circa 1950
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large vintage theatre lamp by The Strand Electric and Engineering Company Ltd, English
Category
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 18.51 in W 11.82 in D 17.13 in
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp on a Tripod Stand
By Strand Lighting
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 51.97 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp on a Tripod Stand
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 51.97 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
Grey Theatre Spotlight On Wooden Tripod, 1980s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This adjustable theatre reflector comes from the former Czechoslovakia. It was made during the
Category
Late 20th Century Czech Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1960s 70s Strand Electric Steel Stage Theatre Tripod Industrial Salvaged Light
By Strand Electric
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
fantastic tripod lamp has at some point been converted to a home interior feature lighting piece. The
Category
Late 20th Century British Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 61.03 in W 42.92 in D 16.54 in
London Theatre Lamp
Located in Middleburg, VA
A working vintage theatre lamp from London, England. This industrial piece has great directional
Category
Mid-20th Century English Floor Lamps
Strand Electric Vintage Industrial Theatre Light
By Strand Lighting
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Strand Electric Theatre Spotight. Tripod mounted with 3 1/2 inch diameter Lens. Hight adjusted from
Category
Vintage 1950s British Industrial Floor Lamps
Theatre Light by A.E Cramer, Paris
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous theatre light was made by A. E Cramer in Paris in the 1920s. It sits on a superb
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Czechoslovakian Theatre Spotlight in Black Metal, 1960s
Located in Zohor, SK
If you would like something different, this might be just a light for you. Theatre spotlight with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Black Vintage Industrial Movie Spot Light from Manly Theatre-Australia
Located in Cromer, AU
This is an original vintage theatre (Spot) Light from an old manly theatre in Manly.
This has
Category
Antique 19th Century Australian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 85.04 in W 11.03 in D 19.3 in
Industrial Vintage Film Studio or Theatre Light with Metal Stand by ADB
By ADB Lighting
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This floor lamp is a real eye catcher and in good working condition. With EU plug.
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 72.84 in W 35.44 in D 39.38 in
1960s Stripped and Polished Strand 743 Theatre Light on Vintage Wooden Tripod
By Strand Lighting
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
1960s strand 743 theatre light, stripped and polished to a raw metal finish, mounted on a vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 78.75 in W 14.18 in D 9.85 in
Vintage Theatre Light from Rank Film Equipment on Telescopic Tri Pod Stand
Located in London, GB
Vintage theatre light by Strand Electric, on telescopic tripod stand, black metal casing with
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 70.87 in W 15.36 in D 13 in
Midcentury Polished Theatre Stage Movie Light on Tripod by Rank Strand Patt.123
Located in Pickering, North Yorkshire
A wonderful original Rank Strand pattern 123 polished alloy stage light on tripod.
Fully restored, rewired and PAT tested.
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
H 61.03 in W 9.85 in D 13.78 in
Industrial Theatre Floor Lamp on Tripod by Ernemann Werke, 1930s
Located in Sakskøbing, DK
Theatre floor lamp on a tripod by Ernemann Werke, Dresden from the 1930s. An eye catcher in your
Category
Vintage 1930s German Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Theatre Tripod Lamp
By Strand Lighting
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Fabulous vintage "Rank" Strand theatre light on an authentic adjustable surveyor's tripod base with
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Industrial Theatre Spotlight Tripod Lamp
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial Russian spotlight on wooden tripod. Adjustable height and angle. Grey metal body. Clear glass. Measures: Min. total height 150 cm, Max. total height 200 cm. New porcelain ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Russian Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Strand Electric Theatre Lamp Spotlight
Located in London, GB
Rare British strand electric theatre lamp set on a WW2 base.
This iconic example of British
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Pair of Art Deco Movie Theatre Lobby Floor Lamps in Polished Nickel and Aluminum
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Art Deco floor lamps in nickeled bronze with skyscraper-style detailing and illuminated
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze, Nickel
Mid 20th century theatre lamp by Jupiterlicht
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century theatre lamp by jupiterlicht circa 1960.
Good quality steel and aluminium theatre
Category
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
20th Century English Pair Of Strand Electric Theatre Lamps
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, these mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century Strand Electric Theatre Lamp on Tripod, England
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century Strand Electric Theatre Lamp on Tripod, England
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Set of Original Strand Electric Theatre Lamps on Wooden Tripods
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Set of original strand electric theatre lamps on wooden tripods.
In perfect condition, completely
Category
Vintage 1920s British Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage 20th Century British Strand Electric Theatre Spotlight Lamp Projector
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Vintage mid 20th Century British Strand Electric Theatre Spotlight Lamp Projector on stand
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
H 68.9 in W 10.24 in D 10.24 in
20th Century, English, "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp on a Tripod Stand
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 76.38 in W 10.63 in D 12.6 in
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp On A Tripod Stand
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 69.69 in W 10.24 in D 9.85 in
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp On A Tripod Stand
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 70.87 in W 10.63 in D 9.85 in
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp on a Tripod Stand
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 61.03 in W 12.21 in D 10.63 in
Vintage Tripod Theatre Spotlight, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight on wooden tripod
- Adjustable height and angle
- Black metal body
- Grey
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Vintage Strand Theatre Light
By Strand Electric
Located in London, GB
A stunning and iconic British design, the Strand theatre spotlight was made by the Strand Lighting
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
1950s Theatre Stage Light and Tripod
Located in London, GB
Retro burnished steel 1950s theatre stage light and antique wooden tripod.
Recently salvaged from
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Vintage Theatre Spotlight on Wooden Tripod, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight on wooden tripod
- Adjustable height and angle
- Black metal body
- Iron
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage Grey Theatre Spotlight on Wooden Tripod, 1970s
By Elektrosvit
Located in Kojetice, CZ
- Theatre spotlight made by Elektrosvit in former Czechoslovakia on wooden tripod
- Adjustable
Category
Vintage 1970s Czech Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
1970's Japanese Aluminium Explosion Proof Spot Light & Steel Theatre Tripod,
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Reclaimed Japanese explosion proof spot light and Matthews theatre tripod.
The lamp is
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Aluminum, Brass
H 66.93 in W 17.72 in D 27.56 in
20th Century British Pair of Strand Electric Theatre Lights, circa 1960
By Strand Lighting
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, these mid-20th century theatre
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 59.06 in W 12.6 in D 10.63 in
20th Century British Pair of Strand Electric Theatre Lights, circa 1960
By Strand Lighting
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, these mid-20th century theatre
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 63 in W 17.33 in D 10.63 in
Industrial Stage Light Floor Lamp by Capitol Theatre Entertainment Co
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial, theatre, stage light, floor lamp by Capitol Theatre Entertainment Co with cast iron
Category
Vintage 1940s American Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Iron, Steel
20th Century English Strand Electric Theatre Lamp
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century English "Strand Electric" Theatre Lamp On A Tripod Stand
By Strand Electric
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
One of the most elegant lighting solutions available on the market, this mid 20th century theatre
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 70.87 in W 10.63 in D 9.85 in
Large General Electric Operating Theatre Lamp, England
Located in London, GB
Large General Electric Company Operating Theatre Lamp, England, early 20th C. Catalogue No.: F42010
Category
20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
German Seven Bulb Operating Theatre Light
Located in London, GB
Giant Seven Bulb Theatre Light.
Lights do not get much more imposing than this
Category
Vintage 1950s German Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Theatre Light adapted to a Tall Cyborg Floor Lamp
Located in Tongeren, BE
original huge hanging lamp from a theatre, placed on an old cast-iron foot from an industrial
Category
Vintage 1940s Belgian Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Vintage Strand Electric Theatre Film Spotlight Studio Industrial Floor Lamp
By Strand Electric
Located in Dorchester, GB
A superb Strand pattern 123 theatre light on quality antique adjustable wooden tripod.
Regarded as
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 59.06 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Theatre Lamp, Industrial, Old System, Mid-20th Century, Loft, Focus England
Located in South Cotswolds, GB
Very decorative in working order theatre lamp, focus,
Industrial light, has old original and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
H 63 in W 13.78 in D 18.12 in
1950s Theatre Spotlight on Tripod
Located in Sint Joris Weert, BE
Beautiful theatre light from the USSR. Mounted on a tripod made from old army crutches.
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Russian Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Theatre Light Re-Polished
Located in London, GB
Vintage theatre light.
Strand Electrics long nose theatre light on telescopic stand, re wired for
Category
Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
1960s Stripped and Polished Strand 23 Theatre Light on Vintage Wooden Tripod
By Strand Lighting
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
1960s Strand 23 theatre light, stripped and polished to a raw metal finish, mounted on a vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century English Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 70.87 in W 14.18 in D 9.85 in
Industrial Style Theatre Stage Floor Light
Located in Chicago, IL
Amazing industrial style Theatre stage floor light. It is rewiring.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Steel
Strand Electric Theatre Stage Light on Tripod, England
By Strand Electric
Located in Retie, BE
can be placed in a position you want.
It's a great floor lamp or decorative object to use in a
Category
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Copper
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Theatre Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the theatre floor lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, glass and steel, every theatre floor lamp was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a theatre floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A theatre floor lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made theatre floor lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Strand Electric are consistently popular.
How Much is a Theatre Floor Lamp?
Prices for a theatre floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $864 and can go as high as $13,646, while the average can fetch as much as $1,860.
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 Theatre Floor Lamp
- What are floor lamps?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.
In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.
Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - What is a torchiere floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
- How tall should floor lamps be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.
In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.
Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - What is the best floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- Are LED floor lamps worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.
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