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.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

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Aluminum, Steel

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in Brushed Aluminum

H 55.1 in W 9.05 in D 9.05 in

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in Brushed Brass

By Daniel Becker

Located in Glendale, CA

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' suspended floor lamp in brushed brass. Designed by Berlin luminary Daniel

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Steel, Brass

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in Brushed Brass

H 55.1 in W 9.05 in D 9.05 in

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in Polished Aluminum

By Daniel Becker

Located in Glendale, CA

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in polished aluminum. Designed by Berlin luminary

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Daniel Becker 'Aureole' Suspended Floor Lamp in Polished Aluminum

H 55.1 in W 9.05 in D 9.05 in

V4 - Floor Lamp

By STUDIO ETIENNE BASTORMAGI

Located in Metn, LB

, suspended or in a larger context, is in direct communication with architecture. The shadow, the reflection

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2010s Lebanese Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

V4 - Floor Lamp

H 49.22 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in

Curved Italian Walnut Floor Lamp

Located in San Francisco, CA

A beautiful Italian floor lamp with an arced walnut frame and paper shade suspended from a brass

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Curved Italian Walnut Floor Lamp

H 67 in W 24 in D 60 in

Stilnovo Floor Lamp Model 4052

By Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

Stilnovo floor lamp with three opaline glass lantern shades suspended on gilt lacquer arms and

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Stilnovo Floor Lamp Model 4052

H 81.5 in Dm 16.5 in

Sand Opal Disk Floor Lamp

By houseof

Located in Bradford on Avon, GB

This modern floor lamp is an absolute "room changer". The elongated metal stem suspends four disk

Category

2010s Chinese Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Sand Opal Disk Floor Lamp

H 65.36 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Marshmallow Floor Lamp, Royal Stranger

By Royal Stranger

Located in Geneve, CH

Marshmallow floor lamp, Royal Stranger. Dimensions: 180 x 114 x 65 cm. Material: Polished brass

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2010s Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Marshmallow Floor Lamp, Royal Stranger

H 70.87 in W 44.89 in D 25.6 in

3 Globe Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Uccle, BE

Stilnovo floor lamp with three opaline glass lantern shades suspended on gilt lacquer arms and

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal, Brass

3 Globe Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

H 66.93 in Dm 15.75 in

Opinion Ciatti LAlampada Small Floor Lamp

By Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

. Thanks to the various customisation options, coordinated and available in two sizes, the floor lamp is

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Opinion Ciatti LAlampada Small Floor Lamp

24K Gold Exterior with Gold Painted Interior

Concrete Exterior with Silver Painted Interior

Bronze Exterior with Gold Painted Interior

+ 5 more

H 63.39 in Dm 17.72 in

Model 4052 Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Uccle, BE

Stilnovo floor lamp model 4052 has three opaline glass lantern shades suspended on gilt lacquer

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass, Enamel

Model 4052 Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

H 66.93 in Dm 15.75 in

Italian Glass and Steel Floor Lamp

By Foscarini

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A floor lamp having a spare and linear brushed steel frame with sled feet supporting a suspended

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian Glass and Steel Floor Lamp

H 47 in W 16 in D 14 in

Vintage Charavallotti Floor Lamp, Italy, 1950s

By Chiaravallotti

Located in Roma, IT

Chiaravallotti floor lamp is an elegant design lamp designed in the half of the 1950s. Steel and

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Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Charavallotti Floor Lamp, Italy, 1950s

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H 66.93 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Ito Floor Lamp by Stem Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Ito Floor Lamp by Stem Design Dimensions: D 35 x W 35 x H 182.5 cm. Materials: Cast brass and

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2010s Indian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ito Floor Lamp by Stem Design

H 71.86 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Studio Made Burnished Brass Arc Floor Lamp

By Maison Jansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A mid century brass arc floor lamp. Richly burnished brass finish. Angular pyramid base and shade

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Studio Made Burnished Brass Arc Floor Lamp

H 74 in W 15 in D 50 in

Vintage Post Modern Kovacs Dome Floor Lamp

By George Kovacs

Located in Chicago, IL

construction floor lamp with multi tier table surfaces and suspended black dome form reflector. A uncommon form

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Post Modern Kovacs Dome Floor Lamp

H 55 in Dm 19.13 in

Serge Mouille Large TOTEM Column Floor Lamp

By Editions Serge Mouille, Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Large TOTEM Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

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

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Large TOTEM Column Floor Lamp

H 68.12 in Dm 3.15 in

Mist-o Floor Lamp 'Las' by Oluce

By Oluce, Mist-O

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp 'Las' designed by Mariana Pellegrino Soto in 2017. Floor lamp with three direct and

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mist-o Floor Lamp 'Las' by Oluce

H 69.69 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in

Model 14.950 'Praying Mantis' Floor Lamp by Rispal

By Rispal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

suspended spherical shade fabricated from ribbed parchment paper. The floor lamp holds one E27 socket

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Model 14.950 'Praying Mantis' Floor Lamp by Rispal

H 63.5 in W 15 in D 23 in

Anna Karlin Mulberry Globe Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp

By Anna Karlin

Located in New York, NY

A perforated hardwood post stretches from floor to ceiling, allowing the lamp armature to be moved

Category

2010s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Anna Karlin Mulberry Globe Floor-to-Ceiling Lamp

H 90 in W 18 in D 45.38 in

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Floor Lamp

By Tiffany Studios

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Tiffany Studios New York patinated bronze and Favrile glass floor lamp. The lamp has a green

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Tiffany Studios New York "Damascene Harp" Floor Lamp

H 57 in W 15 in D 12 in

Postmodern Geometric Sculptural Aluminum Floor Lamp, USA, 1980s

By Eero Saarinen, Verner Panton

Located in Miami, FL

Postmodern geometric sculptural floor lamp rendered in spun aluminum base comprised of two

Category

Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Postmodern Geometric Sculptural Aluminum Floor Lamp, USA, 1980s

H 78 in Dm 16 in

Gijs Bakker Umbrella Floor Lamp Artimeta, Holland, 1973

By Gijs Bakker, Artimeta

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Iconic umbrella floor lamp designed by Gijs Bakker and manufactured by Artimeta, Holland 1973

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Gijs Bakker Umbrella Floor Lamp Artimeta, Holland, 1973

H 57.88 in W 36.62 in D 36.62 in

Fran AS Contemporary suspended Light in Raffia, Copper and Steel

By LLOT LLOV

Located in London, GB

With their bulky silhouette and rustling fringes, the Fran lights are reminiscent of a piñata. While their cable becomes the suspension string, their fluttering body is made of high-...

Category

2010s Latvian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Copper, Steel

Fran AS Contemporary suspended Light in Raffia, Copper and Steel

H 35.44 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Robert Sonneman "Echoes of Vienna" Floor Lamp for Kovacs

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Robert Sonneman "Echoes of Vienna" metal industrial Floor Lamp for Geroge Kovacs lighting. This

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Vintage 1980s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel

Robert Sonneman "Echoes of Vienna" Floor Lamp for Kovacs

H 68 in Dm 20 in

Handmade Glass and Iron Floor Lamp by Rodrigo Pinto

By Rodrigo Pinto

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

Lamp 2 by Rodrigo Pinto Floor lamp Handmade colored glass and iron Vitrofusion thermoformed and

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2010s Chilean Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Handmade Glass and Iron Floor Lamp by Rodrigo Pinto

H 68.12 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure, and the most recent

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 51.17 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

Kartell Tall Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: Suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure, and the most recent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Tall Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 63 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure, and the most recent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 51.17 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

Kartell Tall Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure and the most recent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Tall Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 63 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

Floor Lamp Trombone by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s

By Jo Hammerborg

Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL

Trombone II, aluminum floor lamp by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Mørup in 1966 - a beautiful Danish

Category

20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Floor Lamp Trombone by Jo Hammerborg for Fog & Morup, 1960s

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H 53.55 in W 8.27 in D 11.82 in

Chrome and Steel Arc Floor Lamp Ca. 1960/1970's

By Achille Castiglioni

Located in New York, NY

Large chrome arc floor lamp, having a suspended ball shade (12 in diameter) a long arched tubular

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Chrome and Steel Arc Floor Lamp Ca. 1960/1970's

H 86 in W 15 in D 60 in

Rare Snow Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for O-luce

By Vico Magistretti, O-Luce

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare snow floor lamp by Vico Magistretti for O-luce designed in Italy in 1973. Rare and limited

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Steel

Rare Snow Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for O-luce

H 64 in W 25.5 in D 25.5 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Small Totem Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Small Totem Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Small Totem Column Floor Lamp

H 46.07 in Dm 3.15 in

Mariana Pellegrino Soto Two Arms Floor Lamp 'Alba' by Oluce

By Mariana Pellegrino Soto, Oluce

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp 'Alba' designed by Mariana Pellegrino Soto in 2017. Floor lamp giving diffused light in

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mariana Pellegrino Soto Two Arms Floor Lamp 'Alba' by Oluce

H 67.72 in W 24.81 in D 11.42 in

Mariana Pellegrino Soto One Arm Floor Lamp 'Alba' by Oluce

By Mariana Pellegrino Soto, Oluce

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp 'Alba' designed by Mariana Pellegrino Soto in 2017. Floor lamp giving diffused light in

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mariana Pellegrino Soto One Arm Floor Lamp 'Alba' by Oluce

H 63.39 in W 18.12 in D 11.42 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of floor lamp model 'Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

H 87.41 in W 13 in D 13 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Framed 3-Pendant Brass Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Italian Mid-Century Modern floor lamp featuring a wooden frame that tapers slightly to the top

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood Framed 3-Pendant Brass Floor Lamp

H 54.75 in W 12 in D 12 in

Floor organic modern ceramic Lamp, mid-century brutalist wabi sabi lighting

Located in Vilnius, LT

Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Floor organic modern ceramic Lamp, mid-century brutalist wabi sabi lighting

H 59.06 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Ceramic Handmade Floor Lamp “Navazi”, Modern Pottery Lighting with Opaque glass

Located in Vilnius, LT

Product name: NAVAZI Category: Lighting, Decoration Type: Decoration, Floor lamp, Wall lamp

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Ceramic

Ceramic Handmade Floor Lamp “Navazi”, Modern Pottery Lighting with Opaque glass

H 9.85 in W 5.12 in D 4.73 in

21st Century Surande Floor Lamp in Carrara Marble by Alessandro Zambelli

By Alessandro Zambelli, JCP UNIVERSE

Located in Cantù, Lombardia

beguiling atmosphere which transforms the environment revealing a new dimension." Surande Floor lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

21st Century Surande Floor Lamp in Carrara Marble by Alessandro Zambelli

H 63 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce, floor lamp ‘Televisione’, model 12627, polished brass, lacquered

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Televisione’ Floor Lamp in Brass and Aluminum

H 70.87 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1952. Manufactured

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

H 82.68 in W 53.15 in D 57.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Small Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Small Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Small Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 42.52 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Rare Swiss Design Jingzi Silicone Floor Lamp, Herzog & De Meuron, 2000s

By Herzog & de Meuron

Located in Renens, CH

The Jingzi lamp draws its inspiration from the organic shape of a suspended droplet and emerged

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic, Silicone

Rare Swiss Design Jingzi Silicone Floor Lamp, Herzog & De Meuron, 2000s

H 114.18 in Dm 11.42 in

Angelo Lelii Arredoluce Brass Opaline Glass Marble Floor Lamp Italy 1950s

By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce

Located in Catania, IT

Floor lamp designed by Angelo Lelii and manufactured for Arredoluce, in Italy, 1950s. Elegant

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Angelo Lelii Arredoluce Brass Opaline Glass Marble Floor Lamp Italy 1950s

H 84.06 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor Lamp model 'Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1952. Manufactured

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass, Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

H 82.68 in W 53.15 in D 57.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1952. Manufactured

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

H 82.68 in W 53.15 in D 57.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of floor lamp model 'Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

H 87.41 in W 13 in D 13 in

Italian Arco Floor Lamp Pier Giacomo and Achille Castiglioni for Flos

By Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

for Flos, Italy. The lamp is characterized by a suspended spun aluminum pendant attached to an

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel

Italian Arco Floor Lamp Pier Giacomo and Achille Castiglioni for Flos

H 95 in W 79 in D 11 in

DCW Editions Mantis BS1 Floor Lamp in Black Steel and Aluminum

By Bernard Schottlander

Located in Brooklyn, NY

DCW Editions Mantis BS1 Floor Lamp in Black Steel and Aluminum by Bernard Schottlander The BS1

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

DCW Editions Mantis BS1 Floor Lamp in Black Steel and Aluminum

H 66.93 in Dm 29.14 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Set of floor lamp model 'Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Signal Column Floor Lamp Set

H 87.41 in W 13 in D 13 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern White Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1952

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern White Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

H 82.68 in W 53.15 in D 57.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern White Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1952. Manufactured

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern White Three Rotating Arms Floor Lamp

H 82.68 in W 53.15 in D 57.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Large Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Large Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Large Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 86.62 in W 13 in D 13 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Medium Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Medium Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Medium Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 75.6 in W 13 in D 13 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Medium Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Medium Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Medium Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 75.6 in W 13 in D 13 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Small Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Small Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Black Small Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 42.52 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Large Signal Column Floor Lamp

By Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp model 'Large Signal Column Lamp' designed by Serge Mouille in 1962. Manufactured by

Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Serge Mouille Mid-Century Modern Aluminium Large Signal Column Floor Lamp

H 86.62 in W 13 in D 13 in

Stefano Casciani Floor Lamp 'Lu-Lu' Murano Glass and Metal by Oluce

By Oluce, Stefano Casciani

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Floor lamp 'Lu-Lu' designed by Stefano Casciani in 1996. Floor lamp with Murano glass diffuser and

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Stefano Casciani Floor Lamp 'Lu-Lu' Murano Glass and Metal by Oluce

H 68.12 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

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Suspended Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the suspended floor lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each suspended floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, steel and aluminum. Find 41 options for an antique or vintage suspended floor lamp now, or shop our selection of 283 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect suspended floor lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each suspended floor lamp bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made suspended floor lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Serge Mouille, Editions Serge Mouille and Richard Haining are consistently popular.

How Much is a Suspended Floor Lamp?

Prices for a suspended floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $495 and can go as high as $350,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,112.

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.

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Questions About Suspended 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.

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?
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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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