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American Lightolier 1950s Torchiere
American Lightolier 1950s Torchiere

American Lightolier 1950s Torchiere

By Lightolier

Located in Hudson, NY

In Art Deco style, featuring frosted glass disc shaped diffuser, channeled post and disc shaped base in black metal. Fitted with three light bulbs. Some paint wear on the base. Most ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Baroque Gilded Iron Torchiere
Antique Baroque Gilded Iron Torchiere

Antique Baroque Gilded Iron Torchiere

Located in Houston, TX

Antique Baroque gilded iron torchiere already wired and ready for use. Torchiere is 61" tall from

Category

Antique 19th Century European Baroque Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Chrome Double Tube Torchieres
Vintage Chrome Double Tube Torchieres

Vintage Chrome Double Tube Torchieres

Located in Glendale, AZ

Chrome pillar double tube torchieres c. 1980’s. Simple and elegant design with a striking

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of American Painted Torchieres
Pair of American Painted Torchieres

Pair of American Painted Torchieres

Unavailable|$2,900 / set

Pair of American Painted Torchieres

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Handsome carved and painted standing torchieres, each with 12 (6 over 6) formed iron candle holders

Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Painted Furniture

Materials

Iron

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres
Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

Unavailable|$2,600 / set

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

Located in Toronto, ON

Pair of painted mahogany tripod torchieres. The urn houses the socket and light bulb. Cleaned and

Category

20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Pair of Monumental Torchiere Lamps
Pair of Monumental Torchiere Lamps

Pair of Monumental Torchiere Lamps

Unavailable|$18,000 / set

Pair of Monumental Torchiere Lamps

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A pair of Monumental substantial streamlined modernist torchiere floor lamps in chrome and gunmetal

Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Granite, Chrome

French Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp
French Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp

French Iron Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Encinitas, CA

Great smaller French iron torchiere floor lamp with old aged iron patina. Simple scroll work design

Category

Vintage 1920s Floor Lamps

Very Tall Post-Modernist Torchiere
Very Tall Post-Modernist Torchiere

Very Tall Post-Modernist Torchiere

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Well-made but of unknown origin, this rather tall torchiere is clearly in the Sottsass/Memphis

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Torchiere Stiffel Lamps
Pair of Torchiere Stiffel Lamps

Pair of Torchiere Stiffel Lamps

Unavailable|$2,850 / set

Pair of Torchiere Stiffel Lamps

Located in Dallas, TX

sculpting details. Stamped with Stiffel. Originally outfitted for glass torchiere shades, they can be

Category

Vintage 1930s British Table Lamps

Pair of Deco Style Torchieres
Pair of Deco Style Torchieres

Pair of Deco Style Torchieres

Unavailable|$2,200 / set

Pair of Deco Style Torchieres

Located in Montecito, CA

glamour of the lamp. Each torchiere has a single three-way socket.

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres
Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

Unavailable|$7,000 / set

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres

By Atelier Petitot

Located in Zaventem, Belgium

Pair of Art Deco torchieres inspired by the design of Petitot in the 30s. Tubular glass in nickel

Category

Early 2000s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Walter von Nessen Torchiere Lamp
Vintage Walter von Nessen Torchiere Lamp

Vintage Walter von Nessen Torchiere Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage 'trumpet' torchiere lamp in off-white by Walter von Nessen. Manufacturer stamp under base.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Table Torchiere, circa 1940s
Murano Glass Table Torchiere, circa 1940s

Murano Glass Table Torchiere, circa 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Gold dust Murano glass table torchiere lamp.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Brass Torchieres
Pair of Tommi Parzinger Brass Torchieres

Pair of Tommi Parzinger Brass Torchieres

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in New York, NY

A pair of brass with enameled detail torchieres by Tommi Parzinger. American, Circa 1940's

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Italian Murano Glass Torchiere Floor Lamp
Italian Murano Glass Torchiere Floor Lamp

Italian Murano Glass Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Vintage Italian Murano Glass Torchiere or Floor Lamp

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Pair of Tall Faux Bamboo Torchiere
Pair of Tall Faux Bamboo Torchiere

Pair of Tall Faux Bamboo Torchiere

Unavailable|$5,200 / set

Pair of Tall Faux Bamboo Torchiere

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Pair of very tall faux bamboo torchieres with new diffusers. Stripped oak finish. Completely

Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Tommi Parzinger Custom Pair of Torchieres
Tommi Parzinger Custom Pair of Torchieres

Tommi Parzinger Custom Pair of Torchieres

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of strikingly beautiful torchieres custom designed by Tommi Parzinger for the Proctor Family

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

French Art Deco Torchiere with Ball
French Art Deco Torchiere with Ball

French Art Deco Torchiere with Ball

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This French art deco torchiere dates from the 1930’s. The wooden base has a nickel collar which

Category

20th Century French Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

1980s Italian Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp
1980s Italian Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp

1980s Italian Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Relco Milano

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A gorgeous example of the glamour of 1980s Italian modern embodied in this brass torchiere floor

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Torchiere Floor Lamp in Black and Brass
Torchiere Floor Lamp in Black and Brass

Torchiere Floor Lamp in Black and Brass

By Delightfull

Located in New York, NY

Torchiere is probably one of the most functional lamps of DelightFULL. Ideal for your Mid-Century

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Monumental Figural Torchiere by Henri Vian
Monumental Figural Torchiere by Henri Vian

Monumental Figural Torchiere by Henri Vian

By Henri Vian

Located in New York, NY

Signed: H. Vian Paris. Gilt and patinated bronze cherub mounted on a marble pedestal with gilt bronze mounts. Originally an oil lamp. Later electrified Overall 72" high, pedestal...

Category

Antique 1880s French Belle Époque More Lighting

French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp
French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Chicago, IL

In the style of Walter Von Nessen, this Art Deco style floor lamp is comprised of brass, and a creamy "French Vanilla" Opaline colored glass shade. The Art Deco "crackled dot" patter...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Torchiere by Georgia Jacobs for Athena
Torchiere by Georgia Jacobs for Athena

Torchiere by Georgia Jacobs for Athena

By Georgia Jacob

Located in Toronto, ON

Signed fiberglass handkerchief lamp on alabaster and lucite base. Cleaned and rewired.

Category

20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Pair of Machine Age Spun Aluminum Torchieres
Pair of Machine Age Spun Aluminum Torchieres

Pair of Machine Age Spun Aluminum Torchieres

Located in Chicago, IL

These are simple clean lined pair of Machine Age torchieres.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Set Six Empire Style English Torchiere Sconces
Set Six Empire Style English Torchiere Sconces

Set Six Empire Style English Torchiere Sconces

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Six cast iron torchiere sconces with frosted glass shaped like flames. Please contact for current

Category

Mid-20th Century British Wall Lights and Sconces

Mid Century Modern Lucite and Brass Torchiere
Mid Century Modern Lucite and Brass Torchiere

Mid Century Modern Lucite and Brass Torchiere

Located in New York, NY

Mid C. modern Lucite and brass torchiere. Has 4 Lucite and brass rods that support lamp. Has a

Category

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Formal Torchiere, with wood and brass turnings.
Formal Torchiere, with wood and brass turnings.

Formal Torchiere, with wood and brass turnings.

Located in Woodstock, NY

Large scale machined brass torchiere, with radiating glass panels. Tapering wooden turnings

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Italian Ecclesiastical Neoclassical Monumental Torchieres from Milan
Italian Ecclesiastical Neoclassical Monumental Torchieres from Milan

Italian Ecclesiastical Neoclassical Monumental Torchieres from Milan

Located in Asheville, NC

torchieres from Milan with Greek key and stop fluted design, lower triangular base with lamb of god medallion.

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Candle Holders

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres by Petitot
Pair of Art Deco Torchieres by Petitot

Pair of Art Deco Torchieres by Petitot

By Atelier Petitot

Located in Brussels, BE

Pair of Art Deco torchieres by Petitot. Tubular glass in chromed metal frame with a chrome-plated

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Italian 18th century  gilt torchieres

Pair of Italian 18th century gilt torchieres

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Italian 18th century carved and gilt torchieres with footed bases. FOR MORE

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Floor Lamps

A Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp by Laurel
A Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp by Laurel

A Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp by Laurel

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Asheville, NC

A very nice 1960's vintage Laurel brass torchiere floor lamp - Slender and directs light up. Top

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

1038 Pair of 17th C. Spanish torchieres
1038 Pair of 17th C. Spanish torchieres

1038 Pair of 17th C. Spanish torchieres

Located in Florida, FL

A rare pair of magnificent and grand Palacial 17th Century Spanish torchieres. Incredibly carved

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Candle Holders

Modernist Art Deco Nickeled Bronze Torchiere Lamp
Modernist Art Deco Nickeled Bronze Torchiere Lamp

Modernist Art Deco Nickeled Bronze Torchiere Lamp

By Royal Chrome

Located in Mount Penn, PA

This substantial Art Deco torchiere is a nicely detailed design with a black enamel accent and a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

American Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Floor Lamp
American Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Floor Lamp

American Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This elegant American Art Deco torchiere is from the 1930’s. The round base sweeps up to support a

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Midcentury Acrylic, Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp
Modern Midcentury Acrylic, Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp

Modern Midcentury Acrylic, Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

Mid-Century Modern broadly describes architecture, furniture, and graphic design from 1950s and 1960s post-war America. Influenced by Scandinavian minimalism, Mid-Century Modern styl...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Floor Torchiere Lamp by David Wurster, 1950s
Floor Torchiere Lamp by David Wurster, 1950s

Floor Torchiere Lamp by David Wurster, 1950s

By Raymor, David Wurster

Located in San Diego, CA

David Wurster three bulb floor lamp. Distributed by Raymor in the early 1950s. New linen shades on original frames. Black enamel finish is original, 1950s. Wurster was a prolific ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Maison Petitot Huge Pair of Palatial Torchiere
Maison Petitot Huge Pair of Palatial Torchiere

Maison Petitot Huge Pair of Palatial Torchiere

By Atelier Petitot

Located in Miami, FL

Impressive palatial size pair of two patina sconces black and doré by Maison Petitot. One-light per sconce, 100 watts max per light US Rewired and in working condition Back plat...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Neoclassical Revival Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Steel, Bronze

Rembrandt Torchiere Lamps with Antique Brass Finish
Rembrandt Torchiere Lamps with Antique Brass Finish

Rembrandt Torchiere Lamps with Antique Brass Finish

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Houston, TX

Extra tall table lamps by Rembrandt with an antique brass finish.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

French Art Deco Torchiere/Floor Lamp, circa 1930s
French Art Deco Torchiere/Floor Lamp, circa 1930s

French Art Deco Torchiere/Floor Lamp, circa 1930s

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco torchiere/floor lamp.. Lacquered wood with brass band details and brass bowl.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Streamline Art Deco Two Tiered Torchiere Lamp
Streamline Art Deco Two Tiered Torchiere Lamp

Streamline Art Deco Two Tiered Torchiere Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This great original floor lamp looks amazing lit. The light shines up from the first tier and illuminates the outside of the second tier while the light from the second shines upward...

Category

20th Century American Streamlined Moderne Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Oscar Bach Art Deco Bronze and Iron Torchiere
Oscar Bach Art Deco Bronze and Iron Torchiere

Oscar Bach Art Deco Bronze and Iron Torchiere

Located in Southampton, NY

Floor lamp with twisted iron column supporting reticulated floral torchiere with faux marble shades

Category

Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Iron

1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp
1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp

1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Staten Island, NY

1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp. Iconic 1980 decorative piece for any home or

Category

Vintage 1980s Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Eugene Printz French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp
Eugene Printz French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

Eugene Printz French Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Monumental Copper Art Deco Double Tier Torchiere lamp with Black Enamel Modernist Accents on the

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp
1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp

1989 Serge Roche style Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Staten Island, NY

1980s Style after Serge Roche Palm Wall Torchiere Floor Lamp This iconic lamp will add the 80s

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

French 3-Light Bronze Torchiere by Bagues Freres
French 3-Light Bronze Torchiere by Bagues Freres

French 3-Light Bronze Torchiere by Bagues Freres

Located in Blacksburg, VA

French 3-Light Bronze Torchiere by Bagues Freres. Woven bronze. Produced in Paris circa 1955 by the

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Post Modern Italian Memphis Style Torchiere Floor Lamps
Post Modern Italian Memphis Style Torchiere Floor Lamps

Post Modern Italian Memphis Style Torchiere Floor Lamps

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Stunning Postmodern Italian torchiere floor lamps stamped "Milano Italy" as well as "Bianchi" and

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Empire Revival Torchiere Fixture by E. Miller & Co.
Empire Revival Torchiere Fixture by E. Miller & Co.

Empire Revival Torchiere Fixture by E. Miller & Co.

By Miller Lamp Company

Located in Vancouver, BC

in a two-tone bronze, circa 1920. Its hearty torchiere body is up-lit and dressed with engraved and

Category

Early 20th Century American Second Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of Italian Iron and Bronze Torchiere Sconces
Pair of Italian Iron and Bronze Torchiere Sconces

Pair of Italian Iron and Bronze Torchiere Sconces

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Italian Iron and Bronze Torchiere Sconces, After 43 years of business we are retiring

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Unusual Mid Century Brass Torchiere or Floor Lamp
Unusual Mid Century Brass Torchiere or Floor Lamp

Unusual Mid Century Brass Torchiere or Floor Lamp

Located in Woodbury, CT

Topped by a thick glass "shade" this torchiere throw light upwards from the socket found

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

American Art Deco Triple Cone Torchiere Floor Lamp
American Art Deco Triple Cone Torchiere Floor Lamp

American Art Deco Triple Cone Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Coral Gables, FL

This American Art Deco chrome steel and Aluminum torchiere features a chrome three step weighted

Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Pair Of Old Iron Torchieres On Marble Bases
Pair Of Old Iron Torchieres On Marble Bases

Pair Of Old Iron Torchieres On Marble Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of old iron torchieres on marble bases. These pieces are old and grand and have been outside a

Category

Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Iron

Pair of Very Tall  Vintage Wrought Iron Torchieres
Pair of Very Tall  Vintage Wrought Iron Torchieres

Pair of Very Tall Vintage Wrought Iron Torchieres

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

torchieres exhibit 12 lights and highly detailed craftsmanship. Very heavy and extremely well executed, they

Category

Early 20th Century American Candle Holders

19th-20th Century Continental Brass Torchiere or Floor Lantern
19th-20th Century Continental Brass Torchiere or Floor Lantern

19th-20th Century Continental Brass Torchiere or Floor Lantern

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th-20th century Continental brass torchiere or floor lantern New wiring.

Category

Early 20th Century European Lanterns

Materials

Brass

19th Century Giltwood Torchiere or Pricket as Floor Lamp
19th Century Giltwood Torchiere or Pricket as Floor Lamp

19th Century Giltwood Torchiere or Pricket as Floor Lamp

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th century giltwood torchiere or pricket as floor lamp New wiring.

Category

Antique 19th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Giltwood

American Art Deco Copper & Limed Wood Geometric Table Torchiere
American Art Deco Copper & Limed Wood Geometric Table Torchiere

American Art Deco Copper & Limed Wood Geometric Table Torchiere

Located in Port Hope, ON

torchiere shade. This is supported by a copper rod that is subdivided by two thick wooden squares and in

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Art Deco Russel Wright Faux Bamboo Torchiere Floor Lamps
Art Deco Russel Wright Faux Bamboo Torchiere Floor Lamps

Art Deco Russel Wright Faux Bamboo Torchiere Floor Lamps

By Russel Wright

Located in Denver, CO

Documented Russel Wright Torchiere in faux bamboo and brass. Completely original. Pictured Ann

Category

Vintage 1920s North American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Jean Perzel Art Deco Torchiere with Alabaster Shade
Jean Perzel Art Deco Torchiere with Alabaster Shade

Jean Perzel Art Deco Torchiere with Alabaster Shade

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A superb example in satin nickel with Saint-Goblin Glass accents and an alabaster shade.

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

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Torchiere Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of torchiere floor lamps available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct torchiere floor lamps — often made from metal, brass and glass — can elevate any home. There are 915 antique and vintage torchiere floor lamps for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 15 modern editions to choose from as well. Torchiere floor lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Torchiere floor lamps bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Large torchiere floor lamps can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller torchiere floor lamps available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many torchiere floor lamps are appealing in their simplicity, but Casella Lighting, Robert Sonneman and George Kovacs produced popular torchiere floor lamps that are worth a look.

How Much are Torchiere Floor Lamps?

Torchiere floor lamps can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,610, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $145,000.

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 Torchiere Floor Lamps
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A torchiere lamp is a type of floor lamp designed to provide ambient illumination. It consists of a column base and a shade that grows wider as the eye travels upward. The position of its bulb or bulbs focus light on the ceiling. Find a selection of torchiere lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.