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 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 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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?

Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of floor lamp gives the most light?

The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.

How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?

The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

Mod Floor Lamp

Category

2010s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Elissa Lacoste Contemporary Table Lamp Mod. Rose Calcite Aluminum Resin Silicone

$21,024

H 59.06 in W 14.18 in D 23.63 in

Two Kalmar Floor Lamps, Nickel Chrome, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Two floor lamps mod. 'Skop' by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, manufactured in Austria in Mid-Century 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Nickel

Two Kalmar Floor Lamps, Nickel Chrome, 1960s

$1,700 / item

H 57.09 in Dm 16.54 in

Italian Floor Lamp by Marrucco Tre Ci Luci

By Tre Ci/Luce Cesaro L.

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Italian Tre Ci Luci floor lamp Mod. 3563 by P. Marucco 1970s. Minimal floor lamp in black lacquered

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Floor Lamp by Marrucco Tre Ci Luci

$2,000

H 78.75 in Dm 9.85 in

Trifoglio Floor Lamp by Sergio Asti for Bilumen

By Sergio Asti, Bilumen

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Floor lamp mod. "trifoglio" designed by Sergio Asti for Bilumen in Italy, 1970. It is a compact

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Trifoglio Floor Lamp by Sergio Asti for Bilumen

$35,000

H 77.96 in Dm 27.56 in

Superstudio for Design Centre "Excelsior" Floor Lamp, Italy 1969

By Design Centre, Superstudio

Located in Naples, IT

Floor lamp mod. Excelsior with chrome-plated metal frame and coloured glass diffusers. Prod

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Superstudio for Design Centre "Excelsior" Floor Lamp, Italy 1969

$9,502

H 82.68 in Dm 29.53 in

Floor lamp, mod.440, Lights

By Luci Milano

Located in Milano, Lombardia

. Dotata di un sistema di illuminazione versatile e regolabile, la lampada mod. 440 offre la perfetta

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp, mod.440, Lights

$2,375

H 44.49 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in

Italian modern Opaline glass floor lamp Bamboo by Enrico Tronconi, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

vintage floor lamp mod. Bamboo with round base. The diffuser is made up of a series of 4 parts in opaline

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian modern Opaline glass floor lamp Bamboo by Enrico Tronconi, 1980s

$3,444

H 67.13 in Dm 12.6 in

Italian mid-century modern Floor lamp Arco by Castiglioni brothers Flos, 1960s

By Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille Castiglioni

Located in MIlano, IT

, 1960s Floor lamp mod. Arco wit direct light, with adjustable and height-adjustable dome diffuser in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal, Steel

Italian mid-century modern Floor lamp Arco by Castiglioni brothers Flos, 1960s

$2,625

H 93.31 in W 81.11 in D 12.21 in

Italian modern marble Floor lamp LTE6 by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, 1980s

By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena

Located in MIlano, IT

floor lamp mod. LTE6 with dome diffuser in prismatic glass and black painted metal. The structure is

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Steel

Italian modern marble Floor lamp LTE6 by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, 1980s

$3,622

H 65.16 in Dm 8.27 in

Italian Modern Plastic, Yellow Glass Floor Lamp, Annig Sarian for Kartell 1970s

By Annig Sarian, Kartell

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern white plastic and yellow glass floor lamp by Annig Sarian for Kartell, 1970s. Floor

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Italian Modern Plastic, Yellow Glass Floor Lamp, Annig Sarian for Kartell 1970s

$1,888

H 76.78 in Dm 17.72 in

Italian modern Black metal floor lamp Sirio by Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s

By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Black metal floor lamp Sirio by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s Floor lamp mod

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian modern Black metal floor lamp Sirio by Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s

$1,069

H 73.63 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in

Italian modern white metal Toio floor lamp by Castiglioni Brothers, Flos, 1970s

By Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Flos, Achille Castiglioni, Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern White metal Floor lamp Toio by Castiglioni for Flos, 1970s. Floor lamp mod. Toio

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian modern white metal Toio floor lamp by Castiglioni Brothers, Flos, 1970s

$1,520

H 62.21 in W 7.88 in D 8.27 in

Italian modern White floor lamp Kazuki by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s

By Sirrah, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in MIlano, IT

floor lamp mod. Kazuki with rhomboidal base in chromed steel. The structure is composed of a metal arch

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian modern White floor lamp Kazuki by Kazuhide Takahama for Sirrah, 1980s

$831

H 39.38 in W 16.93 in D 13.78 in

Italian space age Floor lamp Serpente by Elio Martinelli Martinelli Luce, 1970s

By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian space age Floor lamp Serpente by Elio Martinelli for Martinelli Luce, 1970s Floor lamp mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian space age Floor lamp Serpente by Elio Martinelli Martinelli Luce, 1970s

$1,781

H 49.61 in W 33.47 in D 21.26 in

Italian Modern Glass Floor Lamp Allarnisam by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, 1990s

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Glass Floor lamp Allarnisam by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, 1990s Floor lamp mod

Category

1990s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Modern Glass Floor Lamp Allarnisam by Ettore Sottsass for Venini, 1990s

$13,066

H 72.05 in Dm 14.77 in

Italian modern red floor lamp Mira by Mario Arnaboldi for Programmaluce, 1980s

By Programmaluce, Mario Arnaboldi

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern red floor lamp Mira by Mario Arnaboldi for Programmaluce, 1980s Floor lamp mod. Mira

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian modern red floor lamp Mira by Mario Arnaboldi for Programmaluce, 1980s

$1,781

H 66.15 in W 27.56 in D 9.45 in

Carlo Scarpa, Lampada da terra mod. 529, prod. Venini anni 40

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in Rivoli, IT

Lampada da terra mod. 529 disegnata da Carlo Scarpa e prodotta dalla famosa vetreria Venini negli

Category

Vintage 1940s Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Carlo Scarpa, Lampada da terra mod. 529, prod. Venini anni 40

$9,063

H 74.02 in Dm 27.56 in

Mod 1970s Chrome and Marble Torchere by Casella

By Casella

Located in Danville, CA

Beautiful chrome and Carrara marble torchere by Casella Lighting of San Francisco. The rectangular shade conceals a singe 100W halogen bulb.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Chrome

Mod 1970s Chrome and Marble Torchere by Casella

$2,000

H 72 in W 7 in D 10 in

Floor lamp mod. Clitumno, Vico Magistretti for Artemide

By Vico Magistretti

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This extraordinary piece of lighting captures the essence of Italian design, combining elegant forms and high-quality materials. The Clitumno lamp is distinguished by its refined and...

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Floor lamp mod. Clitumno, Vico Magistretti for Artemide

$5,226

H 64.57 in Dm 17.33 in

Italian modern Adjustable 3 lights floor lamp P393 by Luci in black metal, 1970s

By Luci Italia

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Adjustable 3 lights floor lamp P393 by Luci in black metal, 1970s Floor lamp mod

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Italian modern Adjustable 3 lights floor lamp P393 by Luci in black metal, 1970s

$902

H 68.9 in Dm 13.78 in

Nanda Vigo, Floor lamp mod. 4041, prod. Kartell, 1968

By Kartell, Nanda Vigo

Located in Rivoli, IT

Floor lamp designed in 1968 by Nanda Vigo for Kartell, lacquered aluminum base and top closure and white methacrylate diffuser. Neon lighting, fully functional.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Nanda Vigo, Floor lamp mod. 4041, prod. Kartell, 1968

$2,375

H 47.64 in Dm 11.03 in

Rare Version Arredoluce Triennale mod. 14028 / Angelo Lelii , Lampada da terra

By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce

Located in Buffalo, NY

Extremely Rare Version !!!Arredoluce Triennale Floor Lamp model 14028 / , Lampada da terra...This

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal, Aluminum, Chrome

Rare Version Arredoluce Triennale mod. 14028 / Angelo Lelii , Lampada da terra

$18,500

H 75 in W 40 in D 40 in

Alessandro Mendini per Alchimia Design Lampada da Terra Mod. "Ollo", Italia 1980

By Alessandro Guerriero, Studio Alchimia, Alessandro Mendini

Located in Naples, IT

Rara lampada da terra Mod.Ollo della collezione Ollo per Alchimia Design di Alessandro Mendini e

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Alessandro Mendini per Alchimia Design Lampada da Terra Mod. "Ollo", Italia 1980

$6,889

H 72.84 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

Floor lamp mod. SPACE AGE by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

By Guzzini

Located in Manzano, IT

Lampada da terra mod. SPACE AGE di Guzzini, Italia, anni '70 Lampada da terra con montante cromato

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Acrylic

Floor lamp mod. SPACE AGE by Guzzini, Italy, 1970s

$712 Sale Price

60% Off

H 168 in Dm 47 in

Max Ingrand per Fontana Arte Lampada da Terra Mod.2482, Italia 1960s

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Naples, IT

Lampada da terra modello 2482, il cui disegno è conservato nell'Archivio Storico Fontana Arte, prodotta da Fontana Arte nel 1954. Base in metallo laccato bianco, paralume in vetro so...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Max Ingrand per Fontana Arte Lampada da Terra Mod.2482, Italia 1960s

$2,375

H 69.69 in Dm 18.51 in

Floor lamp by Nanda Vigo mod 4041 for Kartell, 1968

By Nanda Vigo, Kartell

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Rare floor lamp designed in 1968 by Nanda Vigo for Kartell, lacquered aluminum base and top closure and white methacrylate diffuser. Neon lighting, fully functional. True example of ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Floor lamp by Nanda Vigo mod 4041 for Kartell, 1968

$3,444

H 53.55 in Dm 11.82 in

Floor lamp design Pia GUIDETTI CRIPPA for LUMI, mod. P428. Italy, 70s

By Pia Guidetti Crippa

Located in Torino, IT

Lampada da terra design Pia GUIDETTI CRIPPA per LUMI, mod. P428. ORIGINE Italia PERIODO Anni 70

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp design Pia GUIDETTI CRIPPA for LUMI, mod. P428. Italy, 70s

$1,841

H 69.69 in Dm 13.78 in

Floor lamp mod 1063 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy 50 s

By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce

Located in Catania, IT

Lampada da terra mod 1063 di Gino Sarfatti per Arteluce, Italia 1953. La lampada che stai guardando

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp mod 1063 by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy 50 s

$16,510

H 85.04 in W 13.78 in D 18.9 in

Vintage 1970s floor lamp mod "Colombo 626" design Joe Colombo for Oluce

By Oluce, Joe Colombo

Located in None, IT

Floor lamp with black steel base and shade and chrome stem, with dimmer to adjust light intensity, model "Colombo 626" design Joe Colombo for Oluce, 1970s. CONDITION: In good, worki...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1970s floor lamp mod "Colombo 626" design Joe Colombo for Oluce

$874 Sale Price

20% Off

H 80.71 in Dm 9.45 in

Vintage 1970s floor lamp mod. Dim 333 design Vico Magistretti for Oluce

By Vico Magistretti, Oluce

Located in None, IT

Floor lamp with dimmer, direct and indirect light, white steel base, chrome-plated stem, reflector, adjustable and height-adjustable, made of white aluminum. Model "DIM 333" design V...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1970s floor lamp mod. Dim 333 design Vico Magistretti for Oluce

$836 Sale Price

20% Off

H 79.93 in Dm 12.21 in

Adjustable "Sistema Flu" Lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto for Luci 80s

By luci, Rodolfo Bonetto

Located in Padova, IT

Adjustable Sistema Flu Lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto for Luci 80s Floor lamp mod. Sistema Flu with

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Adjustable "Sistema Flu" Lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto for Luci 80s

$1,900

H 38.98 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

Callimaco Limited Edition Black Version by Ettore Sottsass for Artemide, 1982

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Arezzo, Italy

Callimaco floor lamp mod. designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1982 for Artemide. Limited edition, black

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Callimaco Limited Edition Black Version by Ettore Sottsass for Artemide, 1982

$5,107

H 78.75 in Dm 15.36 in

Space Age floor / table lamp mod. Tama, Isao Hosoe, Valenti Italy 1975

By Isao Hosoe, Valenti Luce

Located in Firenze, IT

Space Age floor / table lamp mod. Tama designed by Isao Hosoe Valenti luce, Italy 1975 plastic H

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Space Age floor / table lamp mod. Tama, Isao Hosoe, Valenti Italy 1975

$712

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Signed Rare Laverne Mod Floor Lamp

By Erwine Estelle Laverne

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Modern design floor lamp with white laminate round table in centre and white enameled metal

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Signed Rare Laverne Mod Floor Lamp

$4,400

H 44 in Dm 8.5 in

Amazing and Unusual Mod Floor Lamps Style of Joe Colombo

By Joe Colombo

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Two very High End Monumental mod influenced Space Age Floor Lamps one white, one yellow. Each is

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Amazing and Unusual Mod Floor Lamps Style of Joe Colombo

$3,750

H 74 in W 24 in D 20 in

Vintage Mod Brass Floor Lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage mod brass floor lamp with beige plexiglass shade.

Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Vintage Mod Brass Floor Lamp

$625

H 52 in Dm 15 in

Floor Lamp Mod. G 075 Bergbooms

Located in MADRID, ES

Floor Lamp Mod. G 075 Bergbooms

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Floor Lamp Mod. G 075 Bergbooms

$2,700

H 48.82 in Dm 9.85 in

Floor lamp Mazzega mod. Canne, design by Carlo Nason

By Carlo Nason

Located in Montecchio Precalcino, VI

This Is a rare Mazzega floor lamp, mod. Canne, design by murano master Carlo Nason . His legendary

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metallic Thread

Floor lamp Mazzega mod. Canne, design by Carlo Nason

$1,748

H 55.12 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Montagna Grillo, Mod. Pyramid, Brass Midcentury Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970

By A. Tonello and A. Montagna Grillo 1

Located in Madrid, ES

Montagna Grillo, Mod. pyramid, brass midcentury floor lamp, Italy, 1970. High Society Production.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Montagna Grillo, Mod. Pyramid, Brass Midcentury Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970

$3,801

H 67.72 in Dm 15.75 in

Gaetano Scolari, Floor Lamp, Stilnovo Mod. 4075, Italy, circa 1950

By Gaetano Sciolari, Stilnovo

Located in Munich, DE

Very rare Gaetano Scolari, floor lamp, prod. Stilnovo model 4075 marble base, polished brass

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Gaetano Scolari, Floor Lamp, Stilnovo Mod. 4075, Italy, circa 1950

$7,483

H 73.63 in Dm 27.56 in

Modern White Flos Mod 1063 Floor Lamp by Gino Sarfatti, Italy

By Flos, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

worldwide. The light source for this smart floor lamp is housed within its thin aluminium tube, which is

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Modern White Flos Mod 1063 Floor Lamp by Gino Sarfatti, Italy

$1,399

H 85.65 in W 18.11 in D 18.11 in

Rare Floor Lamp Mod. 8180 by Karl-Heinz Kinsky for Cosack, 1960s

By Gebrüder Cosack

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Adjustable floor lamp in chrome and black metal shade by Karl-Heinz Kinsky for Cosack, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Floor Lamp Mod. 8180 by Karl-Heinz Kinsky for Cosack, 1960s

$2,138

H 48.43 in W 31.5 in D 11.23 in

Kartell Rare Floor Lamp Mod. 4055 Design Luigi Bandini Buti from the 1960s

By Kartell, Luigi Bandini Buti

Located in Parma, IT

Rare floor lamp mod. ‘4055’ design Luigi Bandini Buti for Kartell 1965. Structure in tubular

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Kartell Rare Floor Lamp Mod. 4055 Design Luigi Bandini Buti from the 1960s

$2,613

H 90.56 in Dm 17.72 in

Bambù Floor Lamp by Tronconi, 1970s

Located in Saint Ouen, IDF

Original, white opaline glass floor lamp mod. Bambù, manufactured in the 1970s by Tronconi.

Category

Vintage 1970s Floor Lamps

Bambù Floor Lamp by Tronconi, 1970s

$2,019

H 63.78 in Dm 11.82 in

Fantastic Italian Red Modernist Floor Lamp by Fabio Lenci

By Fabio Lenci, Guzzini

Located in Mount Penn, PA

and down on the substantial bright red poly chrome metal mod street post floor lamp. Designed in Italy

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Fantastic Italian Red Modernist Floor Lamp by Fabio Lenci

$8,500

H 90 in W 31 in D 15 in

1970s Modernist Smoky Lucite and Chrome with Shelving Floor Lamp

By Joe Colombo

Located in Mount Penn, PA

Great mod design floor lamp with two swiveling smoky Lucite shade lamp fixtures set within a cool

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Floor Lamps

1970s Modernist Smoky Lucite and Chrome with Shelving Floor Lamp

$3,750

H 72 in W 18 in D 12 in

Vintage Floorlamp mod G45 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lovely and elegant teak and brass Floor lamp mod G45 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Floorlamp mod G45 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s

$807

H 44.89 in Dm 15.75 in

Lampe Mod. Jingzi von Herzog de Meuron um 2001

By Herzog de Meuron

Located in Wien, AT

, Sonett, Guzzini, Colani, Sputnik, Mies Van der Rohe, Kaiser Idell, Thonet, Floor Lamp, Kalmar, Arne

Category

Early 2000s German Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Silicone

Lampe Mod. Jingzi von Herzog de Meuron um 2001

$1,686

H 114.18 in Dm 11.42 in

Marco Zanuso lampada da terra mod KD58 vintage ‘70

Located in Foggia, FG

Marco Zanuso lampada da terra Informazioni modello KD58 in acciaio cromato e metacrilato H 165 x diam 35 cm Bibliografia Repertorio Gramigna 1950-1980;

Category

Vintage 1970s Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Marco Zanuso lampada da terra mod KD58 vintage ‘70

$1,377

H 13.78 in Dm 64.97 in

Mod. 399 by Angelo Ostuni Renato Forti for O-LUCE 1958

By Renato Forti, O-Luce, Angelo Ostuni

Located in Köln, DE

Floor lamp "Mod.399" designed by Renato Forti and Angelo Ostuni, 1958 for O-LUCE, Milano. Original

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Mod. 399 by Angelo Ostuni Renato Forti for O-LUCE 1958

$1,235

H 55.52 in W 9.45 in D 9.45 in

Vintage Floorlamp mod G35 of teak and iron by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lovely and elegant teak and iron Floor lamp mod G35 designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Vintage Floorlamp mod G35 of teak and iron by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden 1960s

$1,336

H 57.88 in Dm 15.75 in

Mod Chrome Lamps

Located in Baltimore, MD

Pair shiny Mod chrome table or low floor lamps with large white round bulbs - all five or just

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mod Chrome Lamps

$2,200 / set

H 40 in W 20 in D 20 in

1960s White Lacquered Metal Table Lamp N°523 by Gino Sarfatti B

By Franco Albini, Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Sarfatti collection is probably Mod 1063, a Classic floor lamp. Manufactured by Arteluce. Same example in

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1960s White Lacquered Metal Table Lamp N°523 by Gino Sarfatti B

$7,055

H 9.45 in W 5.52 in D 8.27 in

1960s Black Lacquered Metal Table Lamp N°523 by Gino Sarfatti a

By Franco Albini, Arteluce, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Frankfurt, Hessen, DE

Sarfatti collection is probably Mod 1063, a Classic floor lamp. Manufactured by Arteluce. A white lacquered

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1960s Black Lacquered Metal Table Lamp N°523 by Gino Sarfatti a

$7,055

H 9.45 in W 5.52 in D 8.27 in

Italian Mod Floor Lamp

Located in Aspen, CO

Italian "Mod" floor lamp with colorful geometric applique to cylindrical body.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Mod Floor Lamp

$1,700

H 69.5 in W 17.5 in D 18 in

Italian Mod Floor Lamp

Located in Aspen, CO

Italian "Mod" floor lamp with colorful geometric applique to cylindrical body.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Mod Floor Lamp

$1,700

H 69.5 in W 17.5 in D 18 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome 3 Tube Retro Mod Floor Lamp

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A contemporary modern chrome 3 tube retro mod floor lamp. A lovely and unique floor lamp for a

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chrome 3 Tube Retro Mod Floor Lamp

$1,400

H 48 in W 9 in D 7 in

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Mod Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mod floor lamp available at 1stDibs. Each mod floor lamp for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. Find 62 options for an antique or vintage mod floor lamp now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mod floor lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mod floor lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made mod floor lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fontana Arte, J.T. Kalmar and Max Ingrand are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mod Floor Lamp?

Prices for a mod floor lamp can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $285 and can go as high as $71,819, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.

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 Mod Floor Lamp

What are floor lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.

Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.

In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.

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What is a torchiere floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
What is the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How do you identify an old floor lamp?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How tall should an arc floor lamp be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
Are LED floor lamps worth it?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.