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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Organic Floor Lamps

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Vintage 1950s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps

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Fabric, Foam

Postmodern Artists Floor Lamp, Italian Design, Wabi-Sabi Inspired, 1950 s

$5,921

Large Modernist Curved Floor Lamp, Stained Oak, Brass, Paper, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A large organic and curved floor lamp, designed by an unknown modernist designer, Italy, 1940s

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Modernist Curved Floor Lamp, Stained Oak, Brass, Paper, Italy, 1940s

$9,900

Pair of Handmade Stoneware Floor Lamp by Still Keramik, Denmark, 1970s

By Stiil Keramik

Located in Odense, DK

Pair of handmade floor lamps with organic decorations by Danish studio "Stiil Keramik" in the 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Handmade Stoneware Floor Lamp by Still Keramik, Denmark, 1970s

$4,263 / set

Elio Martinelli Serpente Model 2131 Floor Lamp Martinelli Luce Italy, 1965

By Elio Martinelli, Martinelli Luce

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

beautiful organic shaped floor lamp gives beautiful diffused light when lit. The floor lamp is in very

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Elio Martinelli Serpente Model 2131 Floor Lamp Martinelli Luce Italy, 1965

$1,302

Philippe Jean French Lucite and Chromed Steel Floor Lamp Circa 1970

By Philippe Jean

Located in Chicago, IL

Philippe Jean lucite and polished nickel chrome floor lamp with organic flowing foot in a circa

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Philippe Jean French Lucite and Chromed Steel Floor Lamp Circa 1970

$3,200

Boréns Model "B7216" Brass Floor Lamp with Unique Lampshade, Sweden 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

‎‎‎‎This exceptionally rare floor lamp model is delightfully distinctive, and while it carries the

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Boréns Model "B7216" Brass Floor Lamp with Unique Lampshade, Sweden 1950s

$3,300

Angelo Brotto Italian Vintage Crystal Murano Glass Globe Nickel Brass Floor Lamp

By Angelo Brotto

Located in New York, NY

Early 1960s organic modern floor lamp by Angelo Brotto, a streamlined design with a curvilinear

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Angelo Brotto Italian Vintage Crystal Murano Glass Globe Nickel Brass Floor Lamp

$3,495

Split Grain Redwood Floor Light Sculpture

By Paul Foeckler

Located in Glendale, CA

Split grain redwood floor light sculpture. This one of a kind light sculpture is hand made by 20th

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20th Century American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Split Grain Redwood Floor Light Sculpture

$3,200

Pair of Organic Solid Bronze Tree Floorlights

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Hand crafted solid bronze floorlights with organic leaves sculpted around the base. Very heavy

Category

20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Organic Solid Bronze Tree Floorlights

$2,800

Floor lamp Studio B.B.P.R Gian Luigi Banfi; Ludovico Barbiano di Belgiojoso

Located in Oirlo, LI

A large organically shaped and curved floor lamp, designed by an unknown Italian modernist designer

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Floor lamp Studio B.B.P.R Gian Luigi Banfi; Ludovico Barbiano di Belgiojoso

$4,678

20th Century Italian Chrome Glass Floor Lamp By Carlo Nason For Mazzega c.1970

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A gorgeous Murano floor lamp, crafted in Italy in the 1970s by Carlo Nason. The lamp captures the

Category

20th Century Italian Other Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Italian Chrome Glass Floor Lamp By Carlo Nason For Mazzega c.1970

$2,314

1950 s French Midcentury Organic Praying Mantis Floorlamp by Jean Rispal

By Jean Rispal

Located in Nijlen, VAN

Jean Rispal Praying Mantis A 1950s floor lamp made by Jean Rispal. The lamp always attracts

Category

Vintage 1950s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

1950 s French Midcentury Organic Praying Mantis Floorlamp by Jean Rispal

$4,441

Tom Dixon Melt Copper Floor Light, Globe Lighting, Futuristic Modern, 2019

By Tom Dixon

Located in Brooklyn, NY

light. Obsessed with the idea of creating an imperfect, organic and naturalistic lighting object, Melt

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Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Tom Dixon Melt Copper Floor Light, Globe Lighting, Futuristic Modern, 2019

$1,850

Forest in the Wind Standing Lamp

Located in New York, NY

This original, organic modernist design is crafted entirely by hand and features a series of

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Forest in the Wind Standing Lamp

$5,500

Arteluce "Vine" Lamp by Gino Sarfatti

Located in Chicago, IL

The classic organic design floor lamp by Gino Sarfatti. Shown at the 1948 Trienalle, the Vine lamp

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20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Arteluce "Vine" Lamp by Gino Sarfatti

$9,500

Handmade Brown Plaster Torchiere, Kacper Dolatowski

By Kacper Dolatowski

Located in New York, NY

Referencing the historical lighting forms of Alberto and Diego Giacometti, this sculptural floor

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Handmade Brown Plaster Torchiere, Kacper Dolatowski

$5,500

Pair of Floorlamps

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Pair of organic table/floor lamps in stoneware w. white shade. Unknown maker.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Floorlamps

$1,872 / set

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Mushroom Table/Floor Lamps

By Cosulich Interiors Antiques

Located in New York, NY

A contemporary organic modern creation, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a mushroom bamboo table lamp

Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Mushroom Table/Floor Lamps

$4,995 / set

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Tall Mushroom Table/Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A contemporary organic modern creation, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a mushroom bamboo table lamp

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Tall Mushroom Table/Floor Lamp

$2,498

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Tall Mushroom Table/Floor Lamp

By Cosulich Interiors Antiques

Located in New York, NY

A contemporary organic modern creation, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a mushroom bamboo table lamp

Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Tall Mushroom Table/Floor Lamp

$2,498

Vintage Boho Twisted Rope Floor Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

rope floor lamp. Masterfully crafted from thick, natural rope, the lamp's body is coaxed into a dynamic

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Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Boho Twisted Rope Floor Lamp

$1,750

1980s Italian Monumental Blue Smoked Murano Glass Modern Round Lamp/Floor Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Venitian vintage monumental organic double lamp/floor lamp, entirely handcrafted in Italy, in blown

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1980s Italian Monumental Blue Smoked Murano Glass Modern Round Lamp/Floor Lamp

$3,300

Italian Modern Sculptural Cocoon Floor Lamp, Tobia Scarpa, 1960s

By Tobia Scarpa

Located in Odense, DK

A fantastic sculptural organic shapped cocoon floor lamp made in a sort of resin. Designed in Italy

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Modern Sculptural Cocoon Floor Lamp, Tobia Scarpa, 1960s

$3,500

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Mushroom Table/Floor Lamps

By Cosulich Interiors Antiques

Located in New York, NY

A contemporary organic modern creation, entirely handcrafted in Italy, a mushroom bamboo table lamp

Category

2010s Italian Organic Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Italian Organic Modern Contemporary Brass Rattan Mushroom Table/Floor Lamps

$4,995 / set

‘Cotta Handmade Synthetic Clay Floor Lamp, Decio Studio for Everyday Gallery

By Studio Decio

Located in Antwerp, BE

The ‘Cotta’ floor lamp is a unique piece from the 'Cotta' collection by Italian design and research

Category

2010s European Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Synthetic

‘Cotta Handmade Synthetic Clay Floor Lamp, Decio Studio for Everyday Gallery

$6,150

Cotta Floor Lamp by Decio Studio Made at alfa.brussels for Everyday Gallery

By Studio Decio

Located in Antwerp, BE

Cotta floor lamp by Decio Studio made at alfa.brussels for Everyday Gallery, unique piece, 2019

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2010s European Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Synthetic

Cotta Floor Lamp by Decio Studio Made at alfa.brussels for Everyday Gallery

$6,150

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Oak, Fabric, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s. Produced in oak

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Oak, Fabric, 1930s

$5,800

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Masur Birch, Fabric, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s. Produced in masur

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Masur Birch, Fabric, 1930s

$5,800

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Stained Birch, Fabric, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s. Produced in birch

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Stained Birch, Fabric, 1930s

$5,800

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Wrapped Wood Veneer, Fabric, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s. Produced in wood

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Wrapped Wood Veneer, Fabric, 1930s

$5,900

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Wrapped Wood Veneer, Rattan, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s. Produced in wood

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Wrapped Wood Veneer, Rattan, 1930s

$6,900

Itsu Oy Organic Floor Lamp in Brass and Cane, Finland, 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Prague, New Town

Rare organic floor lamp, produced by Itsu Oy in Finland, 1950s. Brass, cane shade. Marked 'Itsu

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Itsu Oy Organic Floor Lamp in Brass and Cane, Finland, 1950s

$14,000

Art Deco Organic Floor Lamp in Stained Birch Sweden, 1930s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Nice looking organic floor lamp with a base and the rod in stained birch. The lamp can be

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Birch

Art Deco Organic Floor Lamp in Stained Birch Sweden, 1930s

$3,316

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Organic Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer, Sweden, 2000s

Located in Manhasset, NY

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Organic Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer, Sweden, 2000s Swedish modern floor

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Early 2000s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish Mid-Century Modern, Organic Floor Lamp, Black Lacquer, Sweden, 2000s

$3,250

Swedish, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable two-armed floor lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. brass. Brand new fabric

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$7,400

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable three-armed functionalist floor lamp. With adjustable arms. Vintage lampshades

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1950s

$4,900

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1940s Sweden

Located in High Point, NC

A functionalist floor lamp, adjustable organic arm. Executed in brass, with brand new white fabric

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1940s Sweden

$5,800

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1940s, Sweden

Located in High Point, NC

A functionalist floor lamp, adjustable organic arm. Executed in brass, with a custom vintage screen

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Adjustable Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Fabric, 1940s, Sweden

$3,900

Sculptural Twisted Organic Floor Lamp, Wood Iron, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

Introducing a remarkable handcrafted sculptural organic shaped floor lamp, a true testament to the

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Sculptural Twisted Organic Floor Lamp, Wood Iron, Scandinavian Modern, 1960s

$1,400

American Modernist Designer, Organic Floor Lamp, Bamboo, Cane, Wood, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic / biomorphic floor lamp made by an unknown modernist designer. Produced in the 1950s in

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Cane, Wood

American Modernist Designer, Organic Floor Lamp, Bamboo, Cane, Wood, 1950s

$2,900

Swedish Designer, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass Black Lacquered Metal, Fabric, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic 3-armed floor lamp. Produced and designed in Sweden, 1950s. Other designers working

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Swedish Designer, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass Black Lacquered Metal, Fabric, 1950s

$6,900

Itsu, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Reed, Off-White Fabric Finland, 1950s

By Itsu

Located in High Point, NC

A rare floor by Finnish producer, Itsu. Stamped. Features superb details such as a brass-thread

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Itsu, Organic Floor Lamp, Brass, Reed, Off-White Fabric Finland, 1950s

$9,400

Mid Century Organic Floor Lamp in Pine, Swedish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Uno Kristiansson

Located in Odense, DK

Tall organic "mushroom" floor lamp in pine. Made by a unknown Swedish cabinetmaker in 1960s. A

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Pine

Mid Century Organic Floor Lamp in Pine, Swedish Cabinetmaker, Made in 1960s

$1,279

Attributes Franz Xaver Sproll mid century adjustable floor lamp

By Franz Xavel Sproll

Located in grand Lancy, CH

adjustable organic floor lamp in Japanese style attributed to Franz Xaver Sproll

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Attributes Franz Xaver Sproll mid century adjustable floor lamp

$3,500

Swedish, Organic Curved Floor Lamp, Brass, Pine, Cord, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, c. 1940s. Produced in

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Curved Floor Lamp, Brass, Pine, Cord, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$6,900

Art Deco Organic Swirl Floor Lamp in Stained Birch Sweden, 1940s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

Nice looking organic floor lamp with a base and the rod in stained birch. The lamp can be

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Birch

Art Deco Organic Swirl Floor Lamp in Stained Birch Sweden, 1940s

$3,316

J.T. Kalmar Attribution , Floor Lamp, Metal, Cord, Fabric, Brass, Austria 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in High Point, NC

An organic floor lamp, in black lacquered metal, wrapped in cord with brass ends and brass feet

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

J.T. Kalmar Attribution , Floor Lamp, Metal, Cord, Fabric, Brass, Austria 1950s

$6,900

Franco Albini Pair of Floor Lamps in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

. These elegant organic floor lamps were designed by the master craftsman Franco Albini and made in Italy

Category

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

Materials

Fabric, Rattan, Wicker, Bamboo, Canvas

Franco Albini Pair of Floor Lamps in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1960s

$4,678

Handmade Gold Pleated Silk Evening Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

By Aqua Creations

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning organic floor lamp made by Aqua Creations, illuminated sculpture !, elegant flowing design

Category

1990s Israeli Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Handmade Gold Pleated Silk Evening Glory Floor Lamp by Aqua Creations

$5,200

Rare Organic Modern Floor Lamp Table

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in New York, NY

Very interesting and well crafted floor lamp, table combination. Organic Modern School, after

Category

Vintage 1950s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Rare Organic Modern Floor Lamp Table

$2,800

Sculptural "Shroom" Organic Rattan Floor Lamp

Located in Oxford, GB

This stunning rattan floor lamp is an exquisite mid-century modern piece, expertly crafted with an

Category

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

Materials

Rattan

Sculptural "Shroom" Organic Rattan Floor Lamp

$2,116

McGuire Organic Modern Sculptural Bronze Floor Lamp

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Intriguing Mcguire Organic Modern sculptural floor lamp featuring a patinated bronze finish

Category

20th Century American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

McGuire Organic Modern Sculptural Bronze Floor Lamp

$1,400

Swedish designer organic three-armed floor lamp, 1940s

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Floor lamp by anonymous Swedish designer in the middle of the 20th century. Very rare model

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Swedish designer organic three-armed floor lamp, 1940s

$11,251

Serip Portugal Gilt Bronze and Crystal Handmade Glamour Floor Lamp, Organic Mod

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Serip Portugal gilt bronze and crystal handmade glamour floor lamp, organic modern light

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Serip Portugal Gilt Bronze and Crystal Handmade Glamour Floor Lamp, Organic Mod

$1,299

Swedish, Organic Two-Armed Floor Lamp, Brass, Wood, Fabric, 1930s

Located in High Point, NC

An organic three-armed floor lamp. Designed by an unknown Swedish modernist designer, 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Two-Armed Floor Lamp, Brass, Wood, Fabric, 1930s

$6,900

Swedish, Organic Three-Armed Floor Lamp, Brass, Silk, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A table lamp, designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s. Features three organic arms. Brand new high

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish, Organic Three-Armed Floor Lamp, Brass, Silk, Sweden, 1940s

$8,500

Swedish Designer, Organic Functionalist Floor Lamp, Metal, Wood, Fabric 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

An adjustable functionalist floor lamp. With an adjustable arm. Brand new Swedish made lampshade

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Organic Functionalist Floor Lamp, Metal, Wood, Fabric 1940s

$5,800

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Organic Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of organic floor lamps available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, all organic floor lamps available were constructed with great care. Find 835 antique and vintage organic floor lamps at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 762 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Organic floor lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Organic floor lamps are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made organic floor lamps over the years, but those made by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Josef Frank and Verner Panton are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Organic Floor Lamps?

Prices for organic floor lamps can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, organic floor lamps begin at $210 and can go as high as $248,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,555.

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 Organic Floor Lamps

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.

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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.

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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.