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Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp
Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Astoria, NY

American Art Deco torchiere floor lamp with three-tiered metal shade in streamlined style. The

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamps
Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamps

Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamps, Mid-century, solid glass panels with solid brass gild

Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neoclassical Modern Torchieres
Pair of Neoclassical Modern Torchieres

Pair of Neoclassical Modern Torchieres

Located in Danville, CA

Pair of Classic modern torchieres with a half spherical shade supporting by four flaring supports

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Brass Torchiere
Mid-Century Modern Brass Torchiere

Mid-Century Modern Brass Torchiere

Located in Redding, CT

Mid-Century Modern Torchiere. Perfect for a living room or bedroom . Nice filtered mood lighting

Category

Vintage 1970s Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Serge Roche Torchieres
Pair of Serge Roche Torchieres

Pair of Serge Roche Torchieres

By Serge Roche

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Torchieres designed by Serge Roche. The lamps were bought at RKO Studios by an antique

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Silver Plated Torchieres
Pair of Silver Plated Torchieres

Pair of Silver Plated Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1920's English silver plated torcheres.
Square bases with beading detail. Original patina.
Available at our showroom at 209 East 59th Street, NY, NY 212-751-4228

Category

Early 20th Century Floor Lamps

Pair of Torchiere Wall Sconces
Pair of Torchiere Wall Sconces

Pair of Torchiere Wall Sconces

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Pair of stylish wall sconces fabricated in metal and brass, these sconces were sourced in France and came out of an old theatre. Minimal and stylish, you could add shades if you like.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Torchiere Lamp By Holtkotter Leuchten
Torchiere Lamp By Holtkotter Leuchten

Torchiere Lamp By Holtkotter Leuchten

By Holtkoetter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

German company Holtkotter Leuchten has been making lighting of superb quality for over 40 years, this lamp is an example of their excellence. Uplighting, downtlighting and reading l...

Category

20th Century German Floor Lamps

Art Deco Torchiére Floor Lamp
Art Deco Torchiére Floor Lamp

Art Deco Torchiére Floor Lamp

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco uplighter torchère floor lamp in chromed metal black bakelite base and detail. Refurbished and re-wired. Dimensions: H 196.5cm, D of shade 29m, D of base 35cm.  

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Torchiere Table Lamps
Pair of Torchiere Table Lamps

Pair of Torchiere Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French 1940s nickel-plated and gilt torchere table lamps with interior light. Measurements Height of body 16.5" Diameter of base 5".

Category

Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps

Modernist Pyramid Torchiere Floor Lamps
Modernist Pyramid Torchiere Floor Lamps

Modernist Pyramid Torchiere Floor Lamps

Located in Denton, TX

Pair of tapered metal bases with brass trim and white Lucite shades that is illuminated from within.

Category

20th Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp
Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp

Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Nessen Studio, Walter Von Nessen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

White enamel floor lamp by Nessen Studios. The modern lamp features a cone shade that directs light upwards and an on/off switch at the bottom of the shade. Dimensions: 11" diameter...

Category

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

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Pair of Torchiere Floor Lamps
Pair of Torchiere Floor Lamps

Pair of Torchiere Floor Lamps

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of 20th century gilt metal and cast iron floor lamps. Iron stem and base. Caged, stylised shades.  

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp
Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp

Nessen Studios Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Nessen Studio

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Nessen Studios floor lamp in white paint. Base has Nessen Studios name on the casting. The lamp also has the original plastic knob often missing.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal, Steel

Postmodern Halogen Floor Lamp Torchiere
Postmodern Halogen Floor Lamp Torchiere

Postmodern Halogen Floor Lamp Torchiere

By Relco Italia

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco revival Postmodern Halogen Uplight floor lamp having three frosted glass disk diffuser shades, 14 inch Dia.) black steel vertical rod supports on stepped marble and steel ba...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Elegant Mid Century Modern Torchiere
Elegant Mid Century Modern Torchiere

Elegant Mid Century Modern Torchiere

By Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Frosted glass shade ( original, Made is Sweden ) mounts on rosewood standard which rests on a brass base. Elegantly proportioned lamp in fine original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Monumental Spanish Wrought Iron Torchieres
Monumental Spanish Wrought Iron Torchieres

Monumental Spanish Wrought Iron Torchieres

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Spanish wrought iron five light standing lamps with ornate decoration. Wired and in working condition.

Category

Vintage 1930s Spanish Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Pair of Gilbert Rohde Torchieres
Pair of Gilbert Rohde Torchieres

Pair of Gilbert Rohde Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

Chrome with Enamel

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Torchiere Floorlamp by Max Bill
Torchiere Floorlamp by Max Bill

Torchiere Floorlamp by Max Bill

Located in New York, NY

Max Bill's designs are renowned for their subtle sophistication, and attention to detail. This floorlamp is no exception. Overall appearance of a seamless form from base to the slend...

Category

Swiss Floor Lamps

Sculptural Torchiere by Frederick Ramond
Sculptural Torchiere by Frederick Ramond

Sculptural Torchiere by Frederick Ramond

By Fredrick Ramond

Located in Norwalk, CT

Great form combined with an interesting textured surface make this lamp particularly sophisticated. It has a halogen bulb controlled with a dimmer --note fab lucite control dial. Sig...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Machine Age Torchiere
Art Deco Machine Age Torchiere

Art Deco Machine Age Torchiere

Located in New York, NY

Chrome with Amethyst Glass Rods and Black Enameled Details. Newly Rewired.

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Ron Rezek Style Italian Torchiere
Ron Rezek Style Italian Torchiere

Ron Rezek Style Italian Torchiere

By Ron Rezek

Located in Chicago, IL

c. 1970s in great vintage condition. There is a custom dimmer attached to the stem

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950's MODERNIST FLOOR TORCHIERE
1950's MODERNIST FLOOR TORCHIERE

1950's MODERNIST FLOOR TORCHIERE

Located in Bridgewater, CT

A 1950's Standing Floor Lamp, with a polished chrome uplight on wooden post and hexagonal base.

Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Nude Bronze Modern Male Torchiere Lamp
Nude Bronze Modern Male Torchiere Lamp

Nude Bronze Modern Male Torchiere Lamp

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Nude Bronze modern male torchiere Lamp featuring a modernist nude male holding up a torchiere shade.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

A Pair Of Nickel Plated Torchieres
A Pair Of Nickel Plated Torchieres

A Pair Of Nickel Plated Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

A majestic pair of nickel plated steel torchieres, Ca. 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Art Deco Brass and Acrylic Torchiere
Art Deco Brass and Acrylic Torchiere

Art Deco Brass and Acrylic Torchiere

Located in San Francisco, CA

Unusual classic brass art deco torchiere. Executed in brass and acrylic.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Relux Italian Postmodern Torchiere Floor Lamp
Relux Italian Postmodern Torchiere Floor Lamp

Relux Italian Postmodern Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Relux

Located in Astoria, NY

Relux Italian postmodern metal torchiere halogen floor lamp with round glass shade.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Torchiere Floor Lamp from Belgochrom
Large Torchiere Floor Lamp from Belgochrom

Large Torchiere Floor Lamp from Belgochrom

By Belgo Chrome

Located in Waasmunster, BE

Large Torchiere floor lamp from Belgochrom in the style of "Maison Jansen".

Category

Vintage 1970s European Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Torchieres with Glass Globes
Pair of Torchieres with Glass Globes

Pair of Torchieres with Glass Globes

Located in Buchanan, NY

Elegant Deco standing lamps with lacquered metal, brass, and original torchiere globes

Category

Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps

Murano Glass Table Torchiere - Barovier (attribution)
Murano Glass Table Torchiere - Barovier (attribution)

Murano Glass Table Torchiere - Barovier (attribution)

Located in Ferndale, MI

Murano Glass Table Torchiere - Barovier (attribution) Cordonato D'Oro technique. Classic Urn form.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Table Lamps

Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier Torchiere Lamp
Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier Torchiere Lamp

Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier Torchiere Lamp

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in New York, NY

Single vintage tabletop torchiere lamp by Tommi Parzinger for Lightolier. Brass and aluminum.

Category

Vintage 1940s German Table Lamps

Pair, White Deco Standing Torchiere Lamps
Pair, White Deco Standing Torchiere Lamps

Pair, White Deco Standing Torchiere Lamps

Located in New York, NY

A pair of standing torchiere lamps with turned details. Freshly refinished in white.

Category

Vintage 1940s Floor Lamps

Pair of Brass Faux Wicker Torchieres
Pair of Brass Faux Wicker Torchieres

Pair of Brass Faux Wicker Torchieres

Located in New York, NY

Pair of brass faux wicker torchieres. View our complete collection at www.johnsalibello.com

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

PAIR OF IRON AND BRONZE TORCHIERES
PAIR OF IRON AND BRONZE TORCHIERES

PAIR OF IRON AND BRONZE TORCHIERES

Located in Los Angeles, CA

PAIR OF BRONZE CLASSIC TORCHIERES. TOP RESIN LIGHT BOWL, FOLIATE AND RAM FEET DETAILS.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Machine Age Nickel & Glass Rod Torchiere
Machine Age Nickel & Glass Rod Torchiere

Machine Age Nickel & Glass Rod Torchiere

Located in New York, NY

Incredible Deco torchiere in nickel and polished aluminum, and with glass rod

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

French Art-Deco Torchiere In Brass
French Art-Deco Torchiere In Brass

French Art-Deco Torchiere In Brass

Located in Doylestown, PA

A stylish French torchiere floor lamp, circa 1930, in solid brass, recently rewired and restored.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Modern Torchiere with louvred brass shade
Modern Torchiere with louvred brass shade

Modern Torchiere with louvred brass shade

Located in Danville, CA

Brass Torchiere with round louvred set of shades that creates a fantastic effect when lit.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 18th Century Italian Torchieres
Pair of 18th Century Italian Torchieres

Pair of 18th Century Italian Torchieres

Located in Houston, TX

Italian faux marble painted torchieres from the 18th century. Would make great floor/table lamps.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Pedestals and Columns

1950's Majestic Torchiere Floor lamp
1950's Majestic Torchiere Floor lamp

1950's Majestic Torchiere Floor lamp

Located in Ferndale, MI

1950's Majestic Torchiere Floor lamp 64"- H x 11 1/2"- W at base

Category

Vintage 1950s Floor Lamps

Pair of Serge Roche Style Torchieres
Pair of Serge Roche Style Torchieres

Pair of Serge Roche Style Torchieres

By Serge Roche

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A pair of carved wood and painted white, elegant torchieres floor lamps in Serge Roche style.

Category

Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bronze Torchiere Standing Lamp
Art Deco Bronze Torchiere Standing Lamp

Art Deco Bronze Torchiere Standing Lamp

Located in Stamford, CT

Art Deco bronze torchiere standing lamp. Hollywood Regency style with scroll and leaf design taking

Category

Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

19th Century Iron Floor Torchiere Lamp
19th Century Iron Floor Torchiere Lamp

19th Century Iron Floor Torchiere Lamp

Located in Houston, TX

19 th c. Iron torchiere lamp made into a floor lamp with new shade and new wiring.

Category

20th Century Spanish Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Art Deco Plaster Torchiere Floor Lamp
Art Deco Plaster Torchiere Floor Lamp

Art Deco Plaster Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Exceptional plaster torchiere lamp. Square bad and top, finished with a light yellow. By pacific

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Fantastic Deco Style Torchieres
Pair of Fantastic Deco Style Torchieres

Pair of Fantastic Deco Style Torchieres

Located in San Francisco, CA

Large torchieres covered with antelope fur, chrome plated shades and black wood bases.

Category

20th Century Argentine Floor Lamps

Midcentury Gilded Palm Tree Wall Torchiere
Midcentury Gilded Palm Tree Wall Torchiere

Midcentury Gilded Palm Tree Wall Torchiere

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mid-century Serge Roche style wall mounted palm tree torchiere crafted in cast composition and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Paavo Tynell Attributed Torchiere Floor Lamp
Paavo Tynell Attributed Torchiere Floor Lamp

Paavo Tynell Attributed Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Astoria, NY

Paavo Tynell (Finnish, 1890-1973) Attributed Torchiere Floor Lamp, with rattan fonts at top and

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

Lucite Torchiere Floor Lamp by Optique
Lucite Torchiere Floor Lamp by Optique

Lucite Torchiere Floor Lamp by Optique

Located in New York, NY

This interesting torchiere by the French company "Optique" is constructed with alternating dark

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Chiesa Fontana Arte Luminator Torchiere Lamp
Chiesa Fontana Arte Luminator Torchiere Lamp

Chiesa Fontana Arte Luminator Torchiere Lamp

By Pietro Chiesa

Located in Astoria, NY

Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte Italian modern 'Luminator' torchiere floor lamp with a brushed metal

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Lamp
Swedish Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Lamp

Swedish Art Deco Aluminum Torchiere Lamp

Located in Astoria, NY

Swedish Art Deco brushed aluminum torchiere floor lamp, the Tulip-form top above a slender support

Category

20th Century Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of French Torchiere Lantern Sconces
Pair of French Torchiere Lantern Sconces

Pair of French Torchiere Lantern Sconces

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

2-672. Pair of French 1940s black torchiere lantern sconces with four etched glass panels. Newly

Category

Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces

Pair of Maitland Smith Torchiere Lamps
Pair of Maitland Smith Torchiere Lamps

Pair of Maitland Smith Torchiere Lamps

By Maitland Smith

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Maitland Smith torchiere table lamps in a fan shape and featuring a warm eggshell finish

Category

Late 20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Fontana Art of Italy Torchiere Lamp
Fontana Art of Italy Torchiere Lamp

Fontana Art of Italy Torchiere Lamp

By Fontana Arte

Located in Troy, MI

Brass and glass torchiere style lamp attributed to Fontana Arte of Italy, circa 1980s. New wiring

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Torchiere Floor Lamp
Mid-Century Modern Torchiere Floor Lamp

Mid-Century Modern Torchiere Floor Lamp

Located in Petaluma, CA

This torchiere floor lamp is far cry from the standard fare. Having beautiful light wood accents

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large French Rope Torchiere Floor Lamp
Large French Rope Torchiere Floor Lamp

Large French Rope Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

French rope torchiere floor lamp in the manner of Audoux Minet - Impressive in scale and

Category

Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Rope

Elegant Brass Torchiere by "New Society"
Elegant Brass Torchiere by "New Society"

Elegant Brass Torchiere by "New Society"

By New Society

Located in New York, NY

Halogen uplight torchiere by "New Society." Halogen bulb, with side mounted dimmer slide to control

Category

Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Giacometti Style Sculpture Floor Lamp Torchiere
Giacometti Style Sculpture Floor Lamp Torchiere

Giacometti Style Sculpture Floor Lamp Torchiere

Located in Delray Beach, FL

The Giacometti Style Sculpture Floor Lamp Torchiere is a blend of art and illumination. Inspired by

Category

20th Century Philippine Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Geometric Postmodern Torchiere Italian Floor Lamp
Geometric Postmodern Torchiere Italian Floor Lamp

Geometric Postmodern Torchiere Italian Floor Lamp

By Memphis Group

Located in San Diego, CA

Great design, circa 1980s on this torchiere floor lamp grey powder coated metal tubular frame with

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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
    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.