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.

Tension Floor Lamps

J Mc Donald

Jonathan Hansen

Tubetop Table Lamp

Parentesi Castiglioni

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid Century Lytespan Tension Floor Lamp By Thurston for Lightolier c 1950/1960's

H 108 in W 17 in D 30 in

Floor Lamp "Tension" in the Style of Stilnovo, Italy, 1980s

Located in London, GB

An amazing, floor-to-ceiling tension pole lamp, designed in the style of Stilnovo. The pole is

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floor Lamp "Tension" in the Style of Stilnovo, Italy, 1980s

H 102.37 in Dm 31.5 in

Vintage Midcentury Multi-Color Lucite Tension Pole Floor Lamp, 1970s

Located in The Hague, NL

Rare modern midcentury 1970s multi-color shade floor to ceiling tension pole light. You can adjust

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Midcentury Multi-Color Lucite Tension Pole Floor Lamp, 1970s

H 98.43 in W 23.63 in D 7.88 in

Mid Century Brass Triple Light Floor to Ceiling Tension Pole Lamp

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century brass triple light floor-to-ceiling tension pole lamp with a heavy Googie style. This

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Brass Triple Light Floor to Ceiling Tension Pole Lamp

H 105 in Dm 18.5 in

Original Stiffel Tension Rod Brass Floor Light

By Stiffel

Located in East Hampton, NY

tension pole. A single dial switch turns on the floor lamp. The height is semi adjustable, the top of the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Original Stiffel Tension Rod Brass Floor Light

H 111.5 in Dm 10.5 in

MidCentury Adjustable Tension Spot Floor Pole Lamp Attr. to Hala Zeist

By Hala Zeist

Located in Vienna, AT

This beautiful and rare Pole lamp with three adjustable spots has been designed and manufactured in

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

MidCentury Adjustable Tension Spot Floor Pole Lamp Attr. to Hala Zeist

H 82.68 in W 13.78 in D 15.75 in

Floor to Ceiling Lamp 'Tension' by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s

By Francesco Fois, Reggiani

Located in Padova, IT

Absolute gorgeous Italian design in chrome-plated metal with three movable spots. This lamp is

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Floor to Ceiling Lamp 'Tension' by Francesco Fois for Reggiani, 1960s

H 141.74 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Floorlamp Ted Stiffel 1950s Tension Lamp Metal Brass

By Stiffel

Located in Wendeburg, DE

Wonderful plain midcentury lamp from manufacturer TED stiffel USA. This special lamp with three

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floorlamp Ted Stiffel 1950s Tension Lamp Metal Brass

H 64.57 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Lightolier Lytespan Tension Pole Lamp! Mid Century Modern 1950s Gerald Thurston

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Peoria, AZ

MONUMENTAL! LIGHTOLIER MID CENTURY MODERN LYTESPAN 1959 TENSION POLE LAMP! ICONIC 3 GOLD SHADES

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Lightolier Lytespan Tension Pole Lamp! Mid Century Modern 1950s Gerald Thurston

H 104 in W 15 in D 15 in

Mid Century Modern Lightolier 3 Shade Tension Pole Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Peoria, AZ

STUNNING & RARE! 1956 MID CENTURY MODERN LIGHTOLIER TENSION POLE LAMP! THREE SHADES ORANGE WHITE

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Lightolier 3 Shade Tension Pole Lamp Gerald Thurston 1950s

H 104 in W 20 in D 20 in

1955! Mid Century Modern Tension Pole Lamp Brass Stiffel Era Starlight Shades

By Stiffel

Located in Peoria, AZ

HIGHLY COVETED! PURIST'S DREAM 1955 EARLY MID CENTURY MODERN TENSION POLE LAMP! THREE "STARLIGHT

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1955! Mid Century Modern Tension Pole Lamp Brass Stiffel Era Starlight Shades

H 104 in W 15 in D 15 in

Mid Century Danish Modern Tension Pole Lamp Brushed Brass Maple Stiffel Era 50s

By Stiffel

Located in Peoria, AZ

ICONIC! 1958 MID CENTURY MODERN TENSION POLE LAMP! TWO "STARLIGHT" SHADES PLUS ONE SAUCER TOP 3

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Tension Pole Lamp Brushed Brass Maple Stiffel Era 50s

H 104 in W 20 in D 20 in

Mid Century Danish Modern 3-Shade Glass Tension Pole Lamp 1950s Stiffel Era

By Stiffel

Located in Peoria, AZ

GORGEOUS! SPARKLING MID CENTURY DANISH MODERN TRI-COLOR THREE GLASS SHADE TENSION POLE LAMP

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern 3-Shade Glass Tension Pole Lamp 1950s Stiffel Era

H 100 in W 20 in D 20 in

Mid Century Tension Pole Lamp With Hand painted Italian Glass! 50s Stiffel Era

By Stiffel

Located in Peoria, AZ

GORGEOUS! ITALIAN OPALESCENT GLASS HANDPAINTED W/ LEAVES MID CENTURY TENSION POLE LAMP

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Tension Pole Lamp With Hand painted Italian Glass! 50s Stiffel Era

H 104 in W 15 in D 15 in

Space Age All Brass Tension Pole Lamp! Mid Century Modern 1950s Stiffel Era

By Stiffel

Located in Peoria, AZ

ICONIC! SPACE AGE MID CENTURY MODERN GLEAMING BRASS TENSION POLE LAMP! Incredible Quality! In

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Space Age All Brass Tension Pole Lamp! Mid Century Modern 1950s Stiffel Era

H 104 in W 15 in D 15 in

Bricks, Floor Lamp C2

By Kueng Caputo

Located in Copenhagen, DK

resulting collection Bricks, captures the tension of an industrial process, disrupted by traditional craft

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bricks, Floor Lamp C2

H 61.03 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Bricks Floor Lamp C3

By Kueng Caputo

Located in Copenhagen, DK

resulting collection Bricks, captures the tension of an industrial process, disrupted by traditional craft

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Bricks Floor Lamp C3

H 61.03 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Floor Lamp by Jonathan Hansen

Located in Geneve, CH

Floor lamp by Jonathan Hansen 12 Editions Dimensions: 36 x 36 x 165 cm Materials: Calacatta

Category

2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Floor Lamp by Jonathan Hansen

H 64.97 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in

Compass Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Compass Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: D 120 x W 100 x H 200 cm Materials: Ash tree

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Glass

Compass Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

H 78.75 in W 39.38 in D 47.25 in

Espina Floor Lamp by Daniel Schneiger

Located in Geneve, CH

Espina floor lamp by Daniel Schneiger Dimensions: D 23 x W 23 x H 132 cm Materials: Wood and

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin, Wood

Espina Floor Lamp by Daniel Schneiger

H 51.97 in Dm 9.06 in

Babel Floor Lamp by Daniel Schneiger

Located in Geneve, CH

Babel Floor Lamp by Daniel Schneiger. Dimensions: D 23 x W 23 x H 132 cm. Materials: Wood and

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin, Wood

Babel Floor Lamp by Daniel Schneiger

H 51.97 in Dm 9.06 in

Folio Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

By Kutarq Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

into 3D tensioned and transformed functional typologies: a chaise longue, a low table, and a floor lamp

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Folio Floor Lamp by Kutarq Studio

H 16.93 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira Dimensions: D 30 x W 45 x H 210 cm Materials: Ash

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stone

Attraction Celeste Floor Lamp by Jérôme Pereira

H 82.68 in W 17.72 in D 11.82 in

Halo Moon Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

of illumination but as a graphic projection, precise and defined. A tension is then established

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Moon Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Halo Earth Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

of illumination but as a graphic projection, precise and defined. A tension is then established

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Earth Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 70.87 in W 4.34 in D 4.73 in

Halo Prism Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

of illumination but as a graphic projection, precise and defined. A tension is then established

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Halo Prism Floor Lamp Projector by Mandalaki

H 47.25 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in

Delta L Floor Lamp by Frederic Saulou

By Frederic Saulou

Located in Geneve, CH

Delta L floor lamp by Frederic Saulou Limited Edition of 5 Materials: White glass, Green pink

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

Delta L Floor Lamp by Frederic Saulou

H 68.9 in W 11.03 in D 11.82 in

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'VOYAGE' by Bymars x AGO

By Bymars, AGO Lighting

Located in Paris, FR

Voyage Floor Lamp by Bymars x AGO Lighting Silver Materials: Aluminum, Cotton fabric, PMMA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Korean Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Contemporary Floor Lamp 'VOYAGE' by Bymars x AGO

H 67.72 in Dm 12.6 in

Giant Adjustable "Max" Floor Lamp by Max Inc.

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This is an oversized, floor lamp from the 1960s and is based on the Classic Anglepoise system

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Giant Adjustable "Max" Floor Lamp by Max Inc.

H 94 in Dm 21 in

Lotus Floor Lamp Brushed Brass by Zhipeng Tan

By Zhipeng Tan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

and the creation of organic forms, at once thought provoking and beautiful. Keyword: floor lamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lotus Floor Lamp Brushed Brass by Zhipeng Tan

H 74.1 in W 27.3 in D 27.3 in

Walking Floor Lamp Brushed Brass by Zhipeng Tan

By Zhipeng Tan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

collection brings together the botanical and human motifs most explicitly. The tension between the two

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Walking Floor Lamp Brushed Brass by Zhipeng Tan

H 74.1 in W 27.3 in D 27.3 in

Artemide Demetra Pro LED 12W 30K Floor Lamp in Matte Black with Floor Support

By Artemide, Naoto Fukasawa

Located in Hicksville, NY

, grey anthracite or titanium. In addition to table, floor and wall versions, a spotlight is available

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Artemide Demetra Pro LED 12W 30K Floor Lamp in Matte Black with Floor Support

H 50.4 in W 9.06 in D 9.06 in

Floor Lamp Sigla René Kemna for Sirrah, Italy, 1980s

By Rene Kemna 1, Sirrah

Located in Rijssen, NL

This floor lamp was designed by Rene Kemna for Sirrah in Italy in the 1980s. The structure allow

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Floor Lamp Sigla René Kemna for Sirrah, Italy, 1980s

H 62 in W 9 in D 31 in

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in Charcoal by Pablo Designs

By Peter Stathis, Pablo Designs

Located in San Francisco, CA

to support its elegant mesh fabric shade in tension, steering away from conventional modes of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in Charcoal by Pablo Designs

H 60 in W 18 in D 5 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

Extra Large Vintage Theatre Stage Floor Lamp By Strand Electric

H 98.43 in W 33.86 in D 33.86 in

'Molla' Floor Lamp by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Lumenform

By Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi, Lumenform

Located in Echt, NL

1971 'Molla' floor lamp by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Lumenform. A Minimalist tension

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

'Molla' Floor Lamp by Cesare Leonardi and Franca Stagi for Lumenform

H 137.8 in Dm 6.3 in

'Halo Vice' Landscape Floor Lamp or Color Projector by Mandalaki Studio

By Mandalaki Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

ceiling. VAT is not included in the price. Usage: Floor lamp Color: Black anodized Material

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

'Halo Vice' Landscape Floor Lamp or Color Projector by Mandalaki Studio

H 47.25 in W 3.94 in D 5.12 in

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 129.93 in W 74.81 in D 9.85 in

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 128.75 in W 73.23 in D 8.67 in

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Steel

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 131.5 in W 77.17 in D 11.42 in

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 128.75 in W 73.23 in D 8.67 in

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Parch Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 131.5 in W 77.17 in D 11.42 in

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 129.93 in W 74.81 in D 9.85 in

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in White and Clear by Pablo Designs

By Pablo Designs, Peter Stathis

Located in San Francisco, CA

to support its elegant mesh fabric shade in tension, steering away from conventional modes of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in White and Clear by Pablo Designs

H 60 in W 18 in D 5 in

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in White and Charcoal by Pablo Designs

By Pablo Designs, Peter Stathis

Located in San Francisco, CA

to support its elegant mesh fabric shade in tension, steering away from conventional modes of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in White and Charcoal by Pablo Designs

H 60 in W 18 in D 5 in

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in Silver and Clear by Pablo Designs

By Pablo Designs, Peter Stathis

Located in San Francisco, CA

to support its elegant mesh fabric shade in tension, steering away from conventional modes of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Polyester

Tubetop 60 Floor Lamp in Silver and Clear by Pablo Designs

H 60 in W 18 in D 5 in

Vintage Industrial Antique Brass F&C Osler Standard Floor Lamp, circa 1920

By General Electric Company (GEC) 1

Located in London, GB

An incredibly elegant standard lamp made in England by F&C Osler. c.1920. Faintly stamped to the

Category

Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Industrial Antique Brass F&C Osler Standard Floor Lamp, circa 1920

H 66.93 in Dm 14.97 in

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 131.5 in W 77.17 in D 11.42 in

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 129.93 in W 74.81 in D 9.85 in

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 129.93 in W 74.81 in D 9.85 in

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 128.75 in W 73.23 in D 8.67 in

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Artemide, Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black and Gray Floor Lamp, Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 131.5 in W 77.17 in D 11.42 in

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

By Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina, Artemide

Located in Hicksville, NY

the Tolomeo table lamp combined with a selection of parchment or fabric shades, creating its own sub

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Tolomeo Mega Black Fiber Floor Lamp by Michele De Lucchi & Giancarlo Fassina

H 128.75 in W 73.23 in D 8.67 in

Moooi Filigree Circular LED Floor Lamp in Brass & Aluminium by Rick Tegelaar

By Rick Tegelaar, Moooi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

light at the heart of the lamp is held under tension, distributing a soft light glow evenly across the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Moooi Filigree Circular LED Floor Lamp in Brass & Aluminium by Rick Tegelaar

H 94.49 in W 31.5 in D 25.6 in

Moooi Raimond II Tensegrity R89 Large LED Floor Lamp with Stainless Steel Sphere

By Raimond Puts, Moooi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Raimond Tensegrity is a floor lamp made from elegant metal, complemented with the sturdy

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Moooi Raimond II Tensegrity R89 Large LED Floor Lamp with Stainless Steel Sphere

H 44.49 in Dm 35.04 in

Moooi Raimond II Tensegrity R61 Small LED Floor Lamp with Stainless Steel Sphere

By Raimond Puts, Moooi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Raimond Tensegrity is a floor lamp made from elegant metal, complemented with the sturdy

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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel

Moooi Raimond II Tensegrity R61 Small LED Floor Lamp with Stainless Steel Sphere

H 31.5 in Dm 24.02 in

DCW Editions Mantis BS8 L Floor Lamp in Black Steel by Bernard Schottlander

By Bernard Schottlander

Located in Brooklyn, NY

DCW Editions Mantis BS8 L Floor Lamp in Black Steel by Bernard Schottlander A wired silhouette

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21st Century and Contemporary French Floor Lamps

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Steel

DCW Editions Mantis BS8 L Floor Lamp in Black Steel by Bernard Schottlander

H 68.51 in Dm 13.78 in

Sandro Bagnoli De Luz Floor Lamp in Wood Ultramobile Collection by Gavina 1970s

By Ultramobile Collection, Simon Gavina Editions

Located in Montecatini Terme, IT

Rare floor lamp model De Luz was a part of the Ultramobile collection of Gavina, the lamp have a

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Wood

Sandro Bagnoli De Luz Floor Lamp in Wood Ultramobile Collection by Gavina 1970s

H 86.62 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Geneve, CH

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira Edition: Unique. Title: Poulie Composition

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Beech, Oak

Poulie Sculpted Floor Lighting by Jérôme Pereira

H 86.62 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Contemporary Sculpted Floor Lighting, "Einstein Was Right" by Jérôme Pereira

By Jérôme Pereira

Located in Warsaw, PL

combination of tension and equilibrium. All our lamps can be wired according to each country. If sold to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Sculpted Floor Lighting, "Einstein Was Right" by Jérôme Pereira

H 63 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in

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Tension Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of tension floor lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all tension floor lamps available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of tension floor lamps available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Tension floor lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Some tension floor lamps are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller tension floor lamps, measuring 8 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many tension floor lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Stiffel, Francesco Fois and Reggiani produced popular tension floor lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Tension Floor Lamps?

Prices for tension floor lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, tension floor lamps begin at $250 and can go as high as $11,345, while the average can fetch as much as $1,950.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Tension Floor Lamps

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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