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French Steel and Brass 1930s Floor Lamp with Scrolling Legs and Foliage Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French steel and brass floor lamp from circa 1930 with two light sockets, scrolling legs and
Category
Early 20th Century French Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Steel
Lampadaire en laiton Art déco 1930
s
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Lampadaire en laiton Art déco 1930's
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Incredible Pair of Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful pair of Rosewood veneer torchier floor lamps. France, 1930s.
With bone accents and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Set of 2 Large Art Deco Floor Lamps Hotel Hammered Iron and Glass, France, 1930s
Located in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, FR
Set of 2 Large Art Deco Floor Lamps Hotel Hammered Iron and Glass, France, 1930s
Vintage Design
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Restored Art Deco Floor Lamp, by J. Halabala for UP Závody, Walnut, Czech, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
original rattan lampshade. The lamp has been fully restored, with the original wood finish revived. It has
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Original 1930s Bauhaus floor uplighter in chrome brass – International Style
Located in Berlin, DE
This original floor uplighter from the 1930s is a rare example of early modernist lighting design
Category
Vintage 1930s German Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Italian Art Deco Floor Lamp in Bronze and Ceramic
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
This is an unusual floor lamp from the 1930's in dark green and gold colors. The base is made in
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$3,256 Sale Price
44% Off
Swedish Organic Lamp from the 1930s
Located in Soho, London, GB
Three branch organic floor lamp designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930 circa.
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Art Deco Italian Brass Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adjustable height nice patina on the 1930s Italian floor lamp. Can be used with the lampshades or
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Red Painted Metal, Glass and Brass Torchiere Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Machine Age/Art Deco Torchiere Floor Lamp, ca. 1930s, USA.
Composed of a slender red painted metal
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
ANTIQUE HEAL
S HEXAGONAL BASE STANDING LAMP CIRCA 1930s
By Heal
s
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Heal's Floor Hexagonal Lamp.
The Heals hexagonal base
Category
20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Hardwood
French Art Deco Polychromed Floor Lamp with Muller Frères Cameo Glass Shade
By Muller Fres Luneville
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Art Deco Polychromed Floor Lamp with Muller Frères Cameo Glass Shade
France, circa 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
French Art Deco Lamp Signed by Degué, 1930s
By David Gueron Degue
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Beautiful French art deco lamp in thick molded glass shade with an atypical pattern and superb
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Wrought Iron
Uplights, Bronze, 1920s-1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare and heavy floor lamps / uplights in bronze and glass, 1920s-1930s. Measure: Height 112 cm
Category
Early 20th Century French Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
$14,804 / set
French Art Deco lamp by René Lalique "Rinceaux", 1930s - old chandelier
By René Lalique
Located in Paris, FR
R. Lalique Lamp, 1930s.
Originally a Lalique chandelier, "Rinceaux" model, in molded white glass
Category
Vintage 1920s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass
Swedish Designer, Brass, Elm, Fabric, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A two-armed elm, brass and pink fabric floor lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1930s.
Overall
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Czech Chrome Bauhaus Table Lamp, Original Condition and Electrified, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Pair of Czech Bauhaus lamps.
Original very well preserved condition. New electrification
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Bauhaus Lamp Luminator, Uplighter, Art Deco, Designed by Albert Arenberg, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Bauhaus, Art Deco, Functionalism
- Floor or table
- Very rare model
- Marked by label
This is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
$1,230 Sale Price
35% Off
30s functionalist tubular steel floor lamp with green opal shade, opaxid glass
Located in Berlin, DE
Functionalist floor lamp from the 1930s with chromed tubular steel frame, spherical pale green opal
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Angel DJ by Sam Rush. 5
10" Stainless steel and brass Angel in 1930
s style
By Sam Rush
Located in Bristol, GB
A whimsical piece by Sam Rush with a nod to Abel Lafluer.
This floor lamp is made of higher grade
Category
2010s British Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Art Deco Luminator Pendant by Albert L. Arenberg, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Striking Art Deco uplight pendant, the iconic "Luminator" model manufactured by Gottlieb Brothers & Brauchbar in Brno, Czechoslovakia, under license from Luminator Inc., Chicago. Des...
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
1930s Mole-Richardson, Hollywood CA, Movie Set Light, Model 210, #2487, Restored
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930s Mole-Richardson-Hollywood CA, Movie Set Light, Model 210, #2487 -Professionally Restored
Category
20th Century American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1930s Hollywood Film Studio Mole Richardson Spot
By Mole Richardson Company
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
-polished and cleaned, the lamp have been retro-fitted with standard base bulb housings, re-wired and it
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Torchère by Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Bridgewater, CT
A French Art Deco floor lamp by Jean Perzel, circa 1930s. Frosted glass and chromed metal shade on
Category
Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Metal
$12,500
Scandinavian modern organic floor lamp, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Rare floor lamp made in Sweden during the 1930s.
Organic shape with three arms. Wrapped in rattan
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
1930s Articulating Floor or Table Lamp by O.C. White
By O.C. White
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Task lamp designed by O.C. White (circa 1930s) composed of a steel arm, stem, and base with a
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Table Lamps
Materials
Metal, Steel
Ellis Floor Lamp by Hervé Langlais
Located in Geneve, CH
.
A step back in time for this remake of a classical 1930’s floor lamp, redesigned with contemporary
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$2,136 / item
Ellis Table Lamp by Hervé Langlais
Located in Geneve, CH
instance.
A step back in time for this remake of a classical 1930’s floor lamp, redesigned with
Category
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
$1,302 / item
Italian Designer, Floor Lamp, Brass, Wood, Fabric, Italy, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A four-armed brass, stained wood and fabric floor lamp designed and produced in Italy, c. 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, Chrome-plated Steel, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp.
Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia)
Period: 1930-1939
Material: Chrome
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp, Walnut, Chrome, Opal Glass, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp.
Material: Walnut, Chrome-Plated Steel, Opal Glass
Source: Czechia
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp, New Electrification, Beech, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp. New Electrification.
Architect: Hana Kučerová-Záveská
Material
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp, High Gloss, Walnut, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp with High Gloss.
Material: Walnut, Chrome-plated Steel, Milk Glass
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, Walnut, Chrome-plated Steel, Glass, Czechia, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp. New Electrification.
Material: Walnut, Chrome-plated Steel, Milk
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored Bauhaus Floor Lamp Designed By Jindrich Halabala.
Designer: Jindrich Halabala
Maker: UP
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czechia, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp Designed By Jindrich Halabala. New electrification.
Designer: Jindrich
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut, Czechia, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp Designed By Jindrich Halabala. New electrification.
Designer: Jindrich
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s
By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp Designed By Jindrich Halabala. New electrification. Luxury design
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp, J. Halabala, UP Zavody, Walnut Oak, Czechia, 1930s
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Restored ArtDeco Floor Lamp Designed By Jindrich Halabala.
Designer: Jindrich Halabala
Maker: UP
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco More Mirrors
Materials
Steel, Chrome
French Art Deco Dry Bar Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular Art Deco dry bar floor lamp from France, 1930's. Wood arm overhanging lamp and light
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Carved Wood with Brass Decorations Floor Lamp, 1930s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Unique French Art Deco floor lamp. Beautiful carved wood shaft design with superb brass decorations
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Luminator Italian Floor Lamp 1930s
Located in Milan, IT
Luminator standing lamp in brass and glass. 1930s diameter 30 cm - height 200 cm
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Plaster Column Floor Lamp, 1930s-1940s
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Plaster floor lamp with a feather pattern held by a string standing on a a plaster column. French
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster
$2,800 / set
Vintage French Brass and Onyx Floor Lamp, 1930s
Located in Chesham, GB
A French brass floor lamp with an onyx drinks table.
Manufacturer - Unknown
Design Period
Category
Vintage 1930s Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
French Art Deco Hand-Hammered Wrought Iron (Fer Forgé Martelé) Floor Lamp, 1930s
Located in Hampstead, QC
A vintage Art Deco floor lamp (torchère) completely forged and hammered by hand, 1930’s. The French
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Floor lamp, 1930, wood and brass, with a black opaline top
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Floor lamp,1930's,wood and brass, with a black opaline top which turns reddish when lightened
Category
Vintage 1920s Floor Lamps
1930
s Floor Lamp
By Rembrandt Lamp Company
Located in Austin, TX
featuring a two light pull chain cluster lighting unit. Priced without lamp shade. Lamp shade shown is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron, Brass
A 1930
s Iron Floor Lamp
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 1930's iron floor lamp.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Iron
$1,500
French 1930
s Art Deco Floor Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
A rare 1930's art deco floor lamp, black lacquered wood base silver paint on bronze column and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Bronze
1930
s Modernist Floor Lamp
Located in Brno, CZ
This is an original and very rare Modernist piece made in 1930’s Czechoslovakia. It’s a remarkable
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper, Stainless Steel
1930
s Modernist Floor Lamp
By Napako
Located in Brno, CZ
This Modernist floor lamp was designed and produced by The NAPAKO Company in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Stainless Steel
Floor Lamp American Modernist Aluminum 1930
s
Located in New York, NY
Floor Lamp american Modernist aluminum 1930's
New sockets and rewired
Shade not included
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
1930s Floor Lamp
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An elegant floor lamp made with glass sticks and steel bowl.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
$2,800
Bauhaus chromed floor lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1930’s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This chromed floor lamp was designed and made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1930’s. It’s made
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with this beautiful walnut floor lamp.
The lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Floor lamp ART DECO, 1930´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Add a touch of vintage charm to your home decor with this beautiful walnut floor lamp.
The lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Floor Lamp Classical Modern brass height adjusts America 1930
s
By Walter Kantack
Located in New York, NY
Floor Lamp Classical Modern brass height adjusts America 1930's
New sockets and rewired
Shade not
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Floor Lamps 1930s For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of floor lamps 1930s is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct floor lamps 1930s — often made from metal, brass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 1818 antique and vintage floor lamps 1930s for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 44 modern editions to choose from as well. Floor lamps 1930s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of floor lamps 1930s to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Deco, Scandinavian Modern and mid-century modern floor lamps 1930s are of considerable interest. Floor lamps 1930s have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Josef Frank, Jindrich Halabala and Kurt Versen are consistently popular.
How Much are Floor Lamps 1930s?
Prices for floor lamps 1930s start at $99 and top out at $290,000 with the average selling for $2,872.
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 Floor Lamps 1930s
- What are floor lamps?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.
In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.
Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - What is a torchiere floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 the best floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor 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, 2021A 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, 2022On 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, 2024To 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, 2023To 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, 2023How 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, 2022There 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, 2023The 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, 2021The 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, 2021Floor 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- Are LED floor lamps worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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, 2022Yes, 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, 2022The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.
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