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An unusual sculptural lamp
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally sculptural floor lamp
Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Unusual Brass Standing Lamp
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Unusual brass standing lamp with dimmer built into the ball. Needs a small or flat faced bulb.
Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Unusual French Tripod Lamp
Located in Barcelona, ES
Unusual tripod lamp, probably late 40's, France. Brass structure adjustable in height from 135 to
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Vintage 1940s French Floor Lamps

Unusual Modernist ‘Spider’ Lamp
Located in Long Beach, CA
A very unusual piece. While there aren’t enough legs the thing that comes to mind is a spider. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Floor Lamps

Floor Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
Unusual adjustable floor lamp, brass with "pomegranate" shade which swivels at the joint of the
Category

Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Metal

Unusual pair of Mid Century lamps
Located in Crockett, CA
Floor lamp and matching table lamp manufactured by Modeline Co. The 4" wood part attached to
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20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unusual Mid Century Brass Standing lamp
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Mid century adjustable brass floor lamp with dimming light switch.
Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Unusual chrome mid-century architect s lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Swing arm chrome architect's lamp with porcelin lined shade
Category

Vintage 1940s American Floor Lamps

Italian Floor Lamp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Unusual mid-century five-light floor lamp is made of iron painted white.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Italian Floor Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unusual Italian floor lamp, shade constructed of multi-dimentional acrylic tubes, mounted on a
Wicker Floor Lamp
Located in Sheffield, MA
Unusual wicker floor lamp in off-white painted finish. Alternating sections of open diagonal
Category

Early 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Chrome Floor Lamp
By Cedric Hartman
Located in Baltimore, MD
Unusual early chrome floor lamp in the manner of Cedric Hartman and Von Nessen. Two parallel stems
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Ratcheting Floor Lamp
Located in Culver City, CA
A most unusual type floor lamp with a method of adjusting up and down in steps. Not your everyday
Category

Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Pair of Unusual Carved Rosewood Tripod Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Originally purchased in 1949, this unusual pair of carved lamps stand tall, on large rosewood
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Vintage 1940s American Rustic Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Unusual Iron Bridge Lamp with Hanging Lantern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Wonderful quaint Iron Bridge Lamp with unusual detail.
Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Venetian Glass Floor Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual Venetian floor lamp with swirled design. Chrome base
Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Floor Lamps

David Wurster Floor Lamp
Located in Palm Springs, CA
David Wurster for Raymor floor lamp. Unusual design with fixed uplight and moveable reflector
Category

Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Paul Mayen Floor Lamp
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Unusual modernist floor lamp designed by Paul Mayen for Habitat. Note original "string
Category

20th Century American Floor Lamps

Italian Arco Floor Lamp
Located in Valley Stream, NY
An unusual arco floor lamp. Beautiful geometric design. Cast base, swivel chrome arm, Yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron, Chrome, Enamel

Viennese Floor Lamp, 1900s
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Unusual, rare Viennese floor lamp made in a high quality rattan. The top frame is removable with
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

An Unusual Italian Modern Polished Chrome Dandelion Lamp
Located in Hollywood, FL
the 88 lights forming a circular dandelion on a stem over a polished chrome drum
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Curtis Jere Floor Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unusual chrome "skyscraper" floor lamp by Curtis Jere. Signed.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Hand-Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in New Preston, CT
Hand-wrought iron floor lamp with unusual hardware, custom shade.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Floor Lamps

Brass Floor Lamp by Chapman
Located in Oakland, CA
Cool and unusual brass floor lamp. Adjustable tilt. Arm length 50"
Category

Vintage 1970s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

A pair of floor lamps
Located in San Francisco, CA
An unusual pair of metal floor lamps with matching metal shades
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

ART DECO ALABASTER FLOOR LAMP
Located in Toronto, ON
Unusual alabaster floor lamp with illuminated globe on an elaborate carved base..
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

A French Studio Floor Lamp
Located in Austin, TX
stand. An unusual studio floor lamp that extends to great height. The original black bulb cover ensures
Category

Vintage 1930s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Iron

Hand-Wrought Iron Floor Lamp
Located in New Preston, CT
A wonderful hand-wrought iron floor lamp with unusual hardware and detail. Custom shade form
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Art Deco Figural Floor Lamp
Located in Essex, MA
An unusual Art deco period floor lamp in silver toned metal, with adjustable swing arm, the
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Vintage 1930s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Saturn Floor Lamp by Stilnovo
By Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Rare Saturn Floor Lamp by Stilnovo. Italy, c. 1955. It's unusual to find the floor lamp
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

1970s Pair of Unusual Fiberglass "Christmas Trees" Free Standing Lamps
Located in Florence, IT
1970s Pair of Unusual Fiberglass "Christmas Trees" Free Standing Lamps with wood veneer base.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Floor Lamps

Materials

Fiberglass

early 20th C ivory floor lamp
Located in New York, NY
Unusual ivory floor lamp with marble base. The lamp post has incised oriental designs.
Category

20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble

Studio Laminated Wood Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Baltimore, MD
This unusual studio floor lamp features a graceful, biomorphic profile.
Category

Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps

Materials

Glass, Wood

Tony Paul Triple Illuminating Floor Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and unusual triple illuminating floor lamp by Tony Paul
Category

Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Double Light Floor Lamp
Located in Fairfax, VA
Elegant and unusual double light Mid-Century floor lamp in bronze and black lacquer.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Copper and Brass English Floor Lamp
Located in London, GB
English, circa 1950 Copper and brass floor lamp with unusual triform base. With bespoke handmade
Category

Vintage 1950s English Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper

Modernist RAAK Eclipse Floor Lamp, 1960s
By RAAK
Located in San Francisco, CA
An unusual and distinct floor lamp designed by EJ Elles for RAAK, the two half sphere shades can
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

SALE!! Sleek Wood Acrylic Floor Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
SALE / $950 ONE AVAILABLE / ORIGINAL PRICE $1,900 EACH + Subtle curves give this floor lamp
Category

Vintage 1950s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic

Unusual Early 20th Century Wrought Iron Standard Lamp as an Anchor
Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire
The unusual scratch built black wrought iron standard floor lamp, the base as a ships anchor with
Category

Early 20th Century English Floor Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

Triennale Style, Articulated Three Arms Floor Lamp
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Triennale style floor lamp with unusual shades, probably by Lightolier
Category

Vintage 1960s American Floor Lamps

Pair of Spun Aluminum Mushroom Floor Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of unusual spun aluminum floor lamps; tops have plastic diffuser; double socket with chains
Category

20th Century Unknown Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Brass, Copper and Enamel Midcentury Floor Lamp
Located in Stamford, CT
Unusual midcentury floor lamp of mixed materials; the base and accents in black enamel, brass and
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Copper, Metal

Hans Agne Jakobsson Floor Lamp, circa 1959
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in San Diego, CA
A really unusual Danish floor lamp by Hans Agne jakobsson, circa late 1950s. It’s in wonderful
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Floor Lamps

Pair of Floor Lamps with Ceramic Bases
Located in Crockett, CA
Unusual pair of Mid-Century floor lamps with small tables and drip glaze ceramic bases. Each base
Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Raindrop Five-Globe 1960s Chrome Floor Lamp by Torino Lamp Co.
Located in Denver, CO
Unusual, highly decorative 5-globe floor lamp standing 60". The Torino Lamp Co. responded to the
Category

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

Materials

Chrome

1920s Spanish Revival Floor Lamp with Intriguing Design
Located in Pasadena, CA
Nice and unusual 1920s Spanish Revival floor lamp.
Category

Vintage 1920s American Spanish Colonial Floor Lamps

DANISH 1960 S COPPER FLOOR LAMP by FM
Located in San Francisco, CA
A STRIKING AND UNUSUAL DANISH 1960'S COPPER FLOOR LAMP WITH A SHADE OF EIGHT PODS AND A CIRCULAR
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Floor Lamps

Rare French 1950s Floor Lamp with Fiberglass Shade
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Very rare and unusual French floor lamp from the 1950s modernist period. The lamp has a forged
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Charming painted floor lamp from England c.1910
Located in Houston, TX
pale cream and the designs enhance the overall appeal of the floor lamp. An unusual and desirable
Category

Early 20th Century English Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

1920 s Tall Floor Lamp W/ Linen Shade
Located in Culver City, CA
This unusual tall floor lamp is a great example of early 20th century decorative arts. The main
Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Linen

Pair of Mod floor lamps from thr 1960 s
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of highly unusual green german floor lamps. Very hip!
Category

Vintage 1960s German Floor Lamps

Tripod Floor Lamp with White Glass Shade, Italy, 1970
By Stilnovo
Located in Wargrave, Berkshire
Unusual tripod floor lamp with oplaine glass shade. The lacquered brass legs have a faux bamboo
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Belgium 1970s Brass and Glass Floor Lamp with Table
Located in London, GB
Unusual, brass and smoke glass floor lamp/table, in shape of pineapple, with original shade 1970's
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Floor Lamps

5 arms Jielde Floor-lamp by Jean Louis Domecq
Located in Castenray, NL
Unusual and very rare floor-lamp with 5 arrms designed in the 1960ties by the French designer Jean
Category

Vintage 1960s French International Style Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Italian Mid Century 3 Arm Brass Marble Floor Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Unusual Mid Century Italian Floor Lamp. Lamp is constructed of a brass frame with anodized copper
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

A sumptuous gilded floor lamp from Italy c.1920
Located in Houston, TX
. Please notice the unusual circular form of this floor lamp modeled after the gilded iron originals seen
Category

20th Century Italian Floor Lamps

Serge Roche Black Draped Art Deco Torch Floor Wall Lamp
By Serge Roche
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Unusual sculptural floor lamp designed to stand against a wall. Tall base with carved drape form
Category

Vintage 1980s Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Resin

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Unusual Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the unusual floor lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An unusual floor lamp — often made from metal, brass and chrome — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the unusual floor lamp you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An unusual floor lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made unusual floor lamp over the years, but those crafted by Luci Italia, Atelier Jean Perzel and Belysning are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Unusual Floor Lamp?

Prices for an unusual floor lamp start at $350 and top out at $36,665 with the average selling for $2,650.

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

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

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

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

    Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.