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.

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 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.

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 you identify an old floor lamp?

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

Are LED floor lamps worth it?

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.

How do you identify an antique floor lamp?

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.

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.

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.

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.

Trumpet Floor Lamp

1960's Mid-Century Modern Plymouth Harlee Trumpet Floor Lamp

$759Sale Price|20% Off

H 65.25 in Dm 10 in

1960's Mid-Century Modern Plymouth Harlee Trumpet Floor Lamp

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Burbank, CA

Beautiful vintage Mid-century Modern floor lamp for sale. Great trumpet design in white with brass

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tony Paul for Mutual Sunset "Bellini" Chrome Triple Trumpet Floor Lamp, 1970s

$3,000

H 69.75 in Dm 15.5 in

Tony Paul for Mutual Sunset "Bellini" Chrome Triple Trumpet Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co., Tony Paul

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Tall Tony Paul, Bellini Collection, Chrome Uplight Torchiere Floor Lamp for Mutual-Sunset Lamp Co

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Vintage Trumpet Floor Lamp in Chromed and white Metal by Goffredo Reggiani

$2,477

H 59.06 in W 11.82 in D 31.5 in

Vintage Trumpet Floor Lamp in Chromed and white Metal by Goffredo Reggiani

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Milano, IT

When thinking of chromed lamps from the mid-century period it's hard not to remember Goffredo

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Steel

Reggiani Floor Lamp Steel Design Trumpets Italian Design 1970

$1,360Sale Price|30% Off

H 70.87 in Dm 15.75 in

Reggiani Floor Lamp Steel Design Trumpets Italian Design 1970

By Reggiani

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Reggiani floor lamp steel design trumpets.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Modern Trumpet Shaped Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

$2,975

H 63 in Dm 13.78 in

Midcentury Modern Trumpet Shaped Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

By ASEA, Hans Bergström

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

A gorgeous floor lamp made in brass with a trumpet shape like structure. The patinated brass parts

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Style Trumpet Form Floor Lamp

$765

H 60 in Dm 16 in

Brass Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger Style Trumpet Form Floor Lamp

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Manhasset, NY

A brass Hollywood Regency Tommi Parzinger style trumpet form floor lamp. The height of lamp is

Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Pair of Clover Shape Base Trumpet Shades Brass Floor Lamps c1970s

$3,200

H 67 in Dm 15 in

Pair of Clover Shape Base Trumpet Shades Brass Floor Lamps c1970s

By Laurel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Clover Shape Base Trumpet Shades Brass Floor Lamps c1970s

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Elegant Art Deco Trumpet Torchiere Floor Lamp, Aluminum, France, 1940

$4,008

H 70.28 in Dm 10.44 in

Elegant Art Deco Trumpet Torchiere Floor Lamp, Aluminum, France, 1940

Located in Beirut, LB

Art Deco up-lighter floor lamp consist of a round base, a shaft and a trumpet torchiere made in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Mid Century Modern Brass Trumpet Shape Floor Lamps Torcheres

$3,600 / set

H 68 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Mid Century Modern Brass Trumpet Shape Floor Lamps Torcheres

By Laurel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid Century Modern brass trumpet shape floor lamps Torcheres.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Brass Plated Trumpet Form Floor Lamps With Halogen Lights

$1,800 / set

H 65.75 in Dm 11.13 in

Pair Of Brass Plated Trumpet Form Floor Lamps With Halogen Lights

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Pair of brass plated trumpet form floor lamps with halogen lights and floor switch with dimmer

Category

20th Century Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

French tripod floor lamp with trumpet shades in chrome and enamel, 1960s

$2,004

H 59.06 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

French tripod floor lamp with trumpet shades in chrome and enamel, 1960s

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

This French floor lamp from the 1970s has a simple and playful design. It stands on three tall

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Enamel

Paavo Tynell "Trumpet" Chinese Hat Floor Lamp 9602 Brass & Rattan, Taito 1940s

$27,450

H 59.85 in Dm 24.41 in

Paavo Tynell "Trumpet" Chinese Hat Floor Lamp 9602 Brass & Rattan, Taito 1940s

By Taito, Paavo Tynell

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful example of the iconic Paavo Tynell floor lamp model 9602, also known as the Chinese hat

Category

Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bert Dickerson for Faries Mtg. Co. Chrome Trumpet Torchère

$3,500

H 63 in Dm 12 in

Bert Dickerson for Faries Mtg. Co. Chrome Trumpet Torchère

By Faries Lamp Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Faries Manufacturing Co. chrome uplight, attributed to Bert Dickerson. Signed on underside. In just beautiful vintage condition. In the manner of Russel Wright and Walter Von Nessen

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Trumpet Torchiere, 1930

$2,650

H 67 in W 10 in D 11.5 in

Trumpet Torchiere, 1930

Located in Soquel, CA

Trumpet Torchiere in the classic style. New wiring and New porcelain Mogul base for Mogul light bulbs; we

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

$6,559

H 84.65 in W 23.63 in D 27.56 in

Vintage Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage floor lamp is an original contemporary Artwork realized in Italy in the 1970s by Goffredo

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

White Floor Lamp, attr. Carlo Nason, Italy 1970s

$4,615

H 64.18 in Dm 18.12 in

White Floor Lamp, attr. Carlo Nason, Italy 1970s

By Carlo Nason

Located in Greding, DE

Large floor lamp with trumpet-shaped lampshade made of frosted glass and conical body with chrome

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Chromed Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

$5,951

H 78.75 in Dm 39.38 in

Vintage Chromed Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

This vintage chromed floor lamp is an elegant design lamp designed by Goffredo Reggiani. A

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

1970s Reggiani Steel Three Movable Arms Lights Holder Floor Lamp

$5,587

H 87.8 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in

1970s Reggiani Steel Three Movable Arms Lights Holder Floor Lamp

By Reggiani

Located in IT

Tall floor lamp - Chrome Tube Floor Lamp with Three steel movable lights holder from 1970s period

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Recent Sales

'Bellini' Triple Trumpet Floor Lamp - Tony Paul

Unavailable

H 70.08 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

'Bellini' Triple Trumpet Floor Lamp - Tony Paul

By Tony Paul

Located in Antwerpen, BE

The triple trumpet lamp consists out of three chromed trumpet-shaped sconces. Each sconce is placed

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

All Chrome Floor Lamp by Sölken Leuchte, 1960s

Unavailable

H 45.28 in W 11.82 in D 9.85 in

All Chrome Floor Lamp by Sölken Leuchte, 1960s

By Sölken Leuchten

Located in MIJDRECHT, NL

All chrome 1 spotlight floor lamp by Sölken Leuchte, 1960s. Graceful and heavy 1960s ‘trumpet

Category

Vintage 1960s German Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Exceptional Pair of Italian Trumpet Form Floor Lamps in the Manner of Stilnovo

Unavailable

H 77 in W 24 in D 24 in

Exceptional Pair of Italian Trumpet Form Floor Lamps in the Manner of Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in Mount Penn, PA

An exceptional pair of Italian trumpet form, floor lamps in chrome-plated metal with brass finish

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Vintage Italian Surfboard Floor Lamp Goffredo Reggiani, circa 1970

Unavailable

H 72 in W 12 in D 12 in

Vintage Italian Surfboard Floor Lamp Goffredo Reggiani, circa 1970

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Houston, TX

, and floor lamps with trumpet-like diffusers. During the 1970s, Reggiani developed the first range of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

Space Age Table Lamp Serpente by Goiffredo Reggiani, Chrome, Italy 1970s

Unavailable

H 5.52 in W 39.38 in D 5.52 in

Space Age Table Lamp Serpente by Goiffredo Reggiani, Chrome, Italy 1970s

By Reggiani Lampadari, Gioffredo Reggiani

Located in Vienna, AT

teak to create Space Age designs, such as Sputnik style chandeliers, spherical table lamps, and floor

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Trumpet Floor Lamp

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H 55 in

Trumpet Floor Lamp

By Frederick Cooper

Located in New York, NY

Trumpet floor lamp by Frederick Cooper.

Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Reggiani "Trumpet" Floor Lamp

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H 68 in Dm 9.5 in

Reggiani "Trumpet" Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

fabulous three trumpet floor lamp by Reggiani, marked highest trumpet 68" tall, lowest

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Pair of Chapman Trumpet Floor Lamps

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H 56 in W 7 in D 7 in

Pair of Chapman Trumpet Floor Lamps

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of Chapman trumpet floor lamps. Signed and dated 1972. Base measures 7" square and 1.75

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Hollywood Regency Trumpet Floor Lamps, 1970s French Design

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H 70.87 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Hollywood Regency Trumpet Floor Lamps, 1970s French Design

Located in Oirlo, LI

A stunning set of three vintage Hollywood Regency-style trumpet floor lamps, crafted in France in

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Trumpet Floor Lamp from 'Expo 58', Belgium, 1958

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H 14.97 in W 31.11 in D 26.78 in

Rare Trumpet Floor Lamp from 'Expo 58', Belgium, 1958

Located in Antwerp, BE

Rare trumpet floor lamp that was presented at Expo 58, also known as Brussels World’s fair, on 17

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Trumpet Floor Lamp by Reggiani, 1970s

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H 63.78 in Dm 14.97 in

Vintage Trumpet Floor Lamp by Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Mid century modern chrome trumpet shaped floor lamp by Reggiani. Very good condition, original

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage trumpet floor lamps by Reggiani, 1970s

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H 61.82 in Dm 13.78 in

Vintage trumpet floor lamps by Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Mid century modern chrome trumpet shaped floor lamps by Reggiani. Very good condition, original

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of "Trumpet" Floor Lamps in Brass by Laurel Lamp Company

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H 56 in Dm 12 in

Pair of "Trumpet" Floor Lamps in Brass by Laurel Lamp Company

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Toronto, ON

A svelte and sexy pair of glass shade brass plated lamps. We have polished and cleaned the brass

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reggiani Chrome Trumpet Floor Lamp

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H 69 in Dm 13 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reggiani Chrome Trumpet Floor Lamp

By Reggiani

Located in Buffalo, NY

Gorgeous polished chrome vintage floor lamp with three trumpet shaped shafts and white enameled

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Reggiani Trumpet Trombone Shape Tripple Chrome Floor Lamp

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H 73 in W 16 in D 16 in

Reggiani Trumpet Trombone Shape Tripple Chrome Floor Lamp

By Robert Sonneman, Reggiani

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Good condition Reggiani trumpet floor lamp.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

1970's Mid-Century Modern Laurel Lighting Style Trumpet Torchiere Floor Lamp

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H 65 in Dm 10 in

1970's Mid-Century Modern Laurel Lighting Style Trumpet Torchiere Floor Lamp

By Laurel Lamp Company, Bill Curry

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage Midcentury Modern tulip floor lamp for sale. In the manner of Laurel Lighting, and is in

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tony Paul Bellini "Trumpet" Chrome Floor Lamp

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H 69.75 in W 15.5 in

Tony Paul Bellini "Trumpet" Chrome Floor Lamp

By Tony Paul

Located in Wayne, NJ

"Trumpet" chrome floor lamp, Italian, 1970s. Three-way switch. Pictures shown with two different

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Goffredo Reggiani chromed brass floor lamp trumpets, 1970s

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H 40.95 in Dm 21.66 in

Goffredo Reggiani chromed brass floor lamp trumpets, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Parma, IT

Floor lamp designed and produced by Goffredo Reggiani in the 1970s. Six lamps trumpet shaped in

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sciolari Trumpet Three Opal Globes Floor-lamp, 1970s, Italy

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H 61.03 in Dm 15.75 in

Sciolari Trumpet Three Opal Globes Floor-lamp, 1970s, Italy

By S.A. Boulanger, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Antwerp, BE

Mid-Century Modern Floor lamp with three milk glass globes and chrome base designed by Gaetano

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Gilt Metal Hollywood Regency Style Trumpet Standing or Tall Floor Lamp

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H 63.5 in Dm 9.5 in

Gilt Metal Hollywood Regency Style Trumpet Standing or Tall Floor Lamp

Located in Manhasset, NY

Gilt metal Hollywood Regency style trumpet standing lamp having sleek and stylish lines and a

Category

Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Trumpet Base Reading Lamp

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H 60 in W 42 in D 14.5 in

Trumpet Base Reading Lamp

Located in Oakville, CT

Original, adjustable floor lamp with enamel shade, cast iron knuckle joint, bracket & base. Lower

Category

20th Century American Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass, Enamel, Steel, Iron

Brass Trumpet Lamps Pair

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H 61 in Dm 17 in

Brass Trumpet Lamps Pair

Located in Wilton, CT

"The Call of the Hounds" Brass and copper hunting horns originally used for fox hunts. Mounted on 10.5" x 2" custom wood base. Matte black shades are lined with gold.

Category

Early 20th Century English Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Tony Paul for Mutual Sunset "Bellini" Triple Trumpet Chrome Floor Lamp, 1970s

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H 70.87 in Dm 15.75 in

Tony Paul for Mutual Sunset "Bellini" Triple Trumpet Chrome Floor Lamp, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Tall Tony Paul, Bellini Collection, Chrome Uplight Torchiere Floor Lamp for Mutual-Sunset Lamp Co

Category

Vintage 1970s American Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Laurel Mid-Century Chrome Torchiere Lamps, 2

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H 66.5 in Dm 11 in

Laurel Mid-Century Chrome Torchiere Lamps, 2

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Laurel Mid-Century Modern Chrome Trumpet Torchiere Floor Lamps. 66.5" H x 11" Diameter

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Floor Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

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H 65.36 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Floor Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

style chandeliers, spherical table lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet-shaped or organ-shaped diffusers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Floor Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

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H 65.36 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Floor Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

table lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet-shaped or organ-shaped diffusers.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp

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H 70.5 in Dm 13 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp

Located in Chicago, IL

Pietro Chiesa’s “Luminator” floor lamp. The trumpet bell flared top seamlessly tapers into the long

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

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H 33.47 in Dm 11.82 in

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Reggiani, Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

Age designs, such as Sputnik style chandeliers, spherical table lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

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H 68.12 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Vintage Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

, and floor lamps with trumpet-shaped or organ-shaped diffusers.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Metal

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

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H 64.18 in Dm 7.88 in

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Reggiani, Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

designs, such as sputnik style chandeliers, globe-shaped table lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet-like

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

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H 64.18 in Dm 7.88 in

Organ Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Reggiani, Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

designs, such as sputnik style chandeliers, globe-shaped table lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet-like

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1974

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H 80.71 in W 39.38 in L 80.71 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Brass Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1974

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

glass and teak, to create Space Age designs, such Sputnik-style chandeliers or floor lamps with trumpet

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reggiani Chrome Trumpet Floor Lamp

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H 68.25 in Dm 12.75 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Reggiani Chrome Trumpet Floor Lamp

By Reggiani

Located in Miami, FL

Gorgeous polished chrome vintage floor lamp with three trumpet shaped shafts and white enameled

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Trumpet Style Floor Lamps by Laurel

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H 66 in Dm 11 in

Pair of Trumpet Style Floor Lamps by Laurel

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Dallas, TX

A pair of Trumpet style metal lamps by Laurel.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Reggiani Mid Century Modern Trumpet Triple Torchiere Floor Lamp Italy

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H 68.5 in Dm 15 in

Reggiani Mid Century Modern Trumpet Triple Torchiere Floor Lamp Italy

By Reggiani

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Simple and elegant Horn styled floor lamp by Reggiani. Three separate flared sections of trumpet

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Art Deco Hollywood Regency Black and Brass Trumpet Torchier Floor Lamp

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H 66.75 in Dm 15 in

Art Deco Hollywood Regency Black and Brass Trumpet Torchier Floor Lamp

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome Art Deco or Hollywood Regency trumpet shaped torchier floor lamp in black painted metal

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Art Deco Floor Lamps in Brass, Metal and Trumpet Glass Shape

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H 65 in Dm 14 in

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Located in San Diego, CA

Hard to find pair of floor lamps with black enamel finish metal and brass fittings with beautiful

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Pair of Bergboms G-024 Floor Lamps

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Pair of Bergboms G-024 Floor Lamps

By Bergboms

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

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Brass Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani for Reggiani Illuminazione, 1974

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H 76.78 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in

Brass Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani for Reggiani Illuminazione, 1974

By Reggiani Lampadari, Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

trumpet-shaped diffusers. This floor lamp has a solid base features four brass modular tube gold chromed

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Space Age Reggiani Chrome and White Metal Two-Sphere Italian Floor Lamp, 1970s

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H 70.87 in Dm 10.63 in

Space Age Reggiani Chrome and White Metal Two-Sphere Italian Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful midcentury Space Age chrome-plated floor lamp. It was designed by a master designer

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Pair of Bert Dickerson for Faries Mtg. Co. Chrome Trumpet Torchieres, circa 1938

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H 65.5 in Dm 12 in

Pair of Bert Dickerson for Faries Mtg. Co. Chrome Trumpet Torchieres, circa 1938

By Bert Dickerson, Faries

Located in Bainbridge, NY

. Featuring a tubular stem, 12D trumpet shade on heavy round 12D Chrome-plated steel base. Rewired with

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Vintage Organ Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

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H 70.87 in Dm 3.15 in

Vintage Organ Lamp, Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Roma, IT

lamps, and floor lamps with trumpet-shaped or organ-shaped diffusers.

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French Art Deco Table Lamp, France, circa 1930

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French Art Deco Table Lamp, France, circa 1930

Located in Beirut, LB

French 1930s Art Deco “torchière” table floor lamp. Trumpet shaped in silver metal color

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Table Lamp by Franco Albini, Franca Helg, and A. Pava for Sirrah

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H 25.5 in Dm 16 in

Table Lamp by Franco Albini, Franca Helg, and A. Pava for Sirrah

Located in New York, NY

From The 5-Lamp AM/AS Series Including Hanging Fixtures, Table, and Floor Lamps. Trumpet White

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Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Pair French Deco Trumpet Floor Lamps

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H 62 in Dm 12 in

Pair French Deco Trumpet Floor Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair French Deco Brass Trumpet Floor Lamps with Walnut Accents on bottom. Three-way bulb.

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Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

72" high floor lamp made from Monk's trumpets with custom shades and finials made from trumpet

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamp made from a monk's trumpet, added wooden base and 6" finial made from trumpet mouthpiece

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

By Pat McGann

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamp made from a Vintage Tibetan Monk's Trumpet with embossed brass and inset glass beads. 8

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20th Century Nepalese Floor Lamps

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

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H 70.5 in Dm 9 in

Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamp made from vintage Tibetan monk's trumpet with embossed brass and inset glass beads. 8

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21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamps

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H 77 in W 18 in D 10 in

Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamps made from a Tibetan Monk's Trumpet with embossed brass and inset glass beads. 8 inch

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Pierre Paulin 'Trumpet' Floor Lamp

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H 63 in Dm 11.5 in

Pierre Paulin 'Trumpet' Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

designed for the Palais Elysee, Paris
edited by Verre Lumiere

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Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Tibetan trumpet floor lamp. Stock item.

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H 66 in Dm 17 in

Tibetan trumpet floor lamp. Stock item.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamp made from a Tibetan monk's trumpet. Horn mouthpiece is used as a finial and the lamp

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21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp - Stock item.

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Tibetan Monk's Trumpet Floor Lamp - Stock item.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Floor lamp and custom shade made from a monk's trumpet. Large finial made from trumpet

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20th Century Floor Lamps

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Tony Paul Trumpet Lamp

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Tony Paul Trumpet Lamp

By Mutual Sunset Lamp Co., Tony Paul

Located in Houston, TX

Rare modern chrome trumpet floor lamp by Tony Paul for Mutual Sunset Lamp Co.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Trumpet Art Deco Floor Lamp Uplight in Chrome

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Trumpet Art Deco Floor Lamp Uplight in Chrome

By The Marbro Lamp Company

Located in Dusseldorf, NRW

The chrome lamp is in very good condition and has a clean stream-line optic. Made in the 1940s

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Pair of Brass Trumpet Uplighter Floor Lamps by Laurel, 1960s

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H 66.15 in Dm 9.85 in

Pair of Brass Trumpet Uplighter Floor Lamps by Laurel, 1960s

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in London, GB

Pair of brass trumpet uplighter floor lamps by The Laurel Light Company USA, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s American Floor Lamps

Mid-Century Italian Modern Chrome Trumpet Form Floor Lamp

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Mid-Century Italian Modern Chrome Trumpet Form Floor Lamp

By Tony Paul

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Unique mid-Century modern chrome trumpet form floor lamp. Designed by Tony Paul Bellini for Mutual

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

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Trumpet Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the trumpet floor lamp you’re looking for. Each trumpet floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, chrome and brass. Find 28 options for an antique or vintage trumpet floor lamp now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a trumpet floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A trumpet floor lamp is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made trumpet floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Faries, Laurel Lamp Company and Reggiani are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Trumpet Floor Lamp?

Prices for a trumpet floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $20 and can go as high as $6,746, while the average can fetch as much as $1,767.

Finding the Right Floor-lamps for You

The modern floor lamp is an evolution of torchères — tall floor candelabras that originated in France as a revolutionary development in lighting homes toward the end of the 17th century. Owing to the advent of electricity and the introduction of new materials as a part of lighting design, floor lamps have taken on new forms and configurations over the years.

In the early 1920s, Art Deco lighting artisans worked with dark woods and modern metals, introducing unique designs that still inspire the look of modern floor lamps developed by contemporary firms such as Luxxu.

Popular mid-century floor lamps include everything from the enchanting fixtures by the Italian lighting artisans at Stilnovo to the distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamp created by Scandinavian design pioneer Greta Magnusson-Grossman to the Paracarro floor lamp by the Venetian master glass workers at Mazzega. Among the more celebrated names in mid-century lighting design are Milanese innovators Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, who, along with their eldest brother, Livio, worked for their own firm as architects and designers. While Livio departed the practice in 1952, Achille and Pier Giacomo would go on to design the Arco floor lamp, the Toio floor lamp and more for legendary lighting brands such as FLOS.

Today’s upscale interiors frequently integrate the otherworldly custom lighting solutions created by a wealth of contemporary firms and designers such as Spain’s Masquespacio, whose Wink floor lamps integrate gold as well as fabric fringes.

Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space. Find yours now on 1stDibs.

Questions About Trumpet Floor Lamp

What are floor lamps?
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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.
How tall should floor lamps be?
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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 the best floor lamp?
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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?
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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.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
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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?
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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 you identify an old floor lamp?
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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.
How do I choose an arc floor lamp?
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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.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
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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.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
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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?
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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 is the best floor lamp for reading?
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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.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
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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.
Are LED floor lamps worth it?
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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.
How do you identify an antique floor lamp?
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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.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
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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.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
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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.
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.