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 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 can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.

How do I identify a vintage porcelain lamp?

To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.

How do I identify vintage Stiffel lamps?

To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a brass lamp is vintage?

To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.

Vintage Arc Lamp

Arc Wall Sconce

Chrome Floor Lamp With Marble Base

Chrome Adjustable Height Floor Lamp

Guzzini Arc

Chrome Mid Century Ball Lamp

Mid Century Floor Lamps With Globes

Arc Light

Mid Century Modern Lamps Dome Shade

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Adjustable Mid century arc floor lamp with original shade - Guzzini

$3,500

Vintage Italian Harvey Guzzini Chrome Carrara Marble Arc Floor Lamp

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This mid century Italian Arc floor lamp designed by Harvey Guzzini for the Laurel Light Company

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Italian Harvey Guzzini Chrome Carrara Marble Arc Floor Lamp

$2,200

Modernist Arc Floor Lamp in Gunmetal Chrome with Custom Shade

Located in New York, NY

Outstanding modernist floor lamp with arc design in patined gunmetal finish with

Category

20th Century Vintage Arc Lamp

Modernist Arc Floor Lamp in Gunmetal Chrome with Custom Shade

$4,475

Vintage Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp with White Glass Shade

Located in Topeka, KS

Awesome vintage modern arc or swoop floor lamp in chrome with a white glass shade and heavy cast

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome, Iron

Vintage Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp with White Glass Shade

$1,295

1960s Dutch Modernist Arc Eye Ball Floor Lamp by Gepo

By Gepo

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Netherlands, circa 1960s. Vintage Mid-Century Modern and Rare GEPO Arc-Eye Floor Lamp, a Wall Mount

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Slate, Chrome, Steel

1960s Dutch Modernist Arc Eye Ball Floor Lamp by Gepo

$1,300

MCM Marble Base Brass 3 Light Arc Floor Lamp, Adjustable

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This brass arc floor lamp circa the 1970's is in great condition and features 3 adjustable arms

Category

1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

MCM Marble Base Brass 3 Light Arc Floor Lamp, Adjustable

$1,500

Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Base, 1960s

Located in View Park, CA

A true Mid-Century Modern arced metal floor lamp after Achille Castiglioni, made in Italy circa

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Base, 1960s

$1,660

Mid Century Goffredo Reggiani Space Age Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare Italian arc floor lamp with mushroom shade attributed to Goffredo Reggiani. The white

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Goffredo Reggiani Space Age Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

$1,892

Italian Design by Harvey Guzzini Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Beautiful arc floor lamp in chromed steel 1970s Italian design by Harvey Guzzini. The lampshade is

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Steel

Italian Design by Harvey Guzzini Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

$2,373

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

By Studio Alchimia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible table lamp model ‘Arc en Ciel’ designed by Andrea Bellosi and manufactured by Studio

Category

1970s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

$6,526

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

By Studio Alchimia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible table lamp model ‘Arc en Ciel’ designed by Andrea Bellosi and manufactured by Studio

Category

1970s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

$7,239

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

By Studio Alchimia

Located in ABCOUDE, UT

Incredible table lamp model ‘Arc en Ciel’ designed by Andrea Bellosi and manufactured by Studio

Category

1970s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Andrea Bellosi Arc En Ciel Table Lamp Studio Alchimia 1978

$6,526

20th Century Italian Chrome Plated Arc Floor Lamp, c.1970s

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

shade provides a focal point to any library, living room or dining room, the arc itself is retractable

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Italian Chrome Plated Arc Floor Lamp, c.1970s

$2,457

Arc floor lamp by Guzzini in marble and chrome, plastic

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great floor lamp by Guzzini.

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Arc floor lamp by Guzzini in marble and chrome, plastic

$3,600

Gianfanco Frattini Chrome Arc Reading Lamp for Relco, Italy, 1980

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Chicago, IL

Postmodern Italian reading floor lamp by Gianfranco Frattini for Relco. Vintage original, circa

Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Enamel, Chrome

Gianfanco Frattini Chrome Arc Reading Lamp for Relco, Italy, 1980

$1,250

Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, 1970s

By Giovanni Offredi

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Arc floor lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, 1970s.

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, 1970s

$3,115

Contemporary Modern Chrome Base Adjustable Curved Arc Floor Lamp Bubble Shade

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is this contemporary modern chrome base adjustable curved arc floor lamp

Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Contemporary Modern Chrome Base Adjustable Curved Arc Floor Lamp Bubble Shade

$1,500

Mid-Century Modern Robert Sonneman Chrome Articulating Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a fantastic, chrome arc floor lamp, by Robert Sonneman, circa 1970s. In

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Robert Sonneman Chrome Articulating Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s

$950

Contemporary Modern Harvey Guzzini White Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp Italy

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent, arc floor lamp, with a metal arm and head and a white

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Metal

Contemporary Modern Harvey Guzzini White Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp Italy

$1,200

Mid-Century Modern Oak Brass Arc Floor Lamp by Nova

By Nova Lighting

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: Oak, Brass, Original Shade

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Oak Brass Arc Floor Lamp by Nova

$550

Mid-Century Modern Large Wood Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp 1960s Brass

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a phenomenal, large, wooden, arc floor lamp, with adjustable head and arm

Category

1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Large Wood Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp 1960s Brass

$1,800

20th Century Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, circa 1970

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Chic Italian 1960s-1970s Harvy Guzzini arc floor lamp with five swivel arms and ball shades. Brass

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

20th Century Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, circa 1970

$951

Mid-Century Arc Floor Lamp in Chrome with white Marble Base.

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Redding, CT

Mid-Century Arc Floor Lamp in Chrome with white Marble Base. There are two settings on this lamp

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Mid-Century Arc Floor Lamp in Chrome with white Marble Base.

$2,800

Mid Century Plexiglass and Aluminium Arc Floor Lamp, Italy 1960 s

Located in London, GB

A very stylish Italian design in lighting with a Carrara marble base and slick aluminium arc

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Carrara Marble, Aluminum

Mid Century Plexiglass and Aluminium Arc Floor Lamp, Italy 1960 s

$2,081

1960s Italian Goffredo Reggiano for Studio Reggiano Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in London, England

A space-age, adjustable, chrome arc floor lamp designed by Italian designer Goffredo Reggiani

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1960s Italian Goffredo Reggiano for Studio Reggiano Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp

$1,300

Mid-Century Modern Italian Stainless Steel Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Basement

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian chrome stainless steel arc retractable floor lamp with Belgian black

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Italian Stainless Steel Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Basement

$2,136

1960s German Sölken Leuchten Arc Polished Chrome Height Adjustable Floor Lamp

By Sölken Leuchten

Located in London, England

1960s German space-age, adjustable, polished chrome arc floor lamp manufactured by Sölken Leuchten

Category

1960s German Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1960s German Sölken Leuchten Arc Polished Chrome Height Adjustable Floor Lamp

$1,074

Chrome Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base designed by Guzzini, circa 1970

By Guzzini

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Arc table lamp designed by Guzzini This chrome arc table lamp has a travertine square base

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Chrome Arc Table Lamp with Travertine Base designed by Guzzini, circa 1970

$1,200

Midcentury Italian Arc Floor Lamp, Marble Base, Chrome, White Shade, 1970

Located in The Hague, NL

Floor lamp with adjustable shade through a junction. Marble strong base, chromed metal and white

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Midcentury Italian Arc Floor Lamp, Marble Base, Chrome, White Shade, 1970

$1,483

Pair of Art Deco Arc Floor Lamps with Two-Tiered Shelves

Located in Chicago, IL

These unique Art Deco floor lamps have an arched chrome stems that each contain five sockets for a

Category

1940s Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Arc Floor Lamps with Two-Tiered Shelves

$5,000

3 Bulb Arc Chrome Marble Base Floor Lamp Vintage Mid-Century Modern

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage 3 arc chrome & marble base floor lamp. A delightful vintage chrome floor lamp with an

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

3 Bulb Arc Chrome Marble Base Floor Lamp Vintage Mid-Century Modern

$1,500

Chrome Plated Arc Floor Lamp By Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, c.1970

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

not affect the structure or functionality of the lamp it does mean that transportation of the lamp

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Plated Arc Floor Lamp By Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, c.1970

$2,731

Vintage Space Age Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp with Orange Mushroom Shade

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare Space Age arc floor lamp attributed to Goffredo Reggiani. The height/length can easily be

Category

1970s European Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Space Age Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp with Orange Mushroom Shade

$1,661

Glamorous 1970s Arc Floor Light

Located in Pasadena, CA

This glamorous 1970s arced floor lamp features three individual tiered gilded metal fixtures each

Category

1970s American Vintage Arc Lamp

Glamorous 1970s Arc Floor Light

$1,600

Mid-Century Ceramic Arc Light

Located in Pasadena, CA

This chocolate brown ceramic arc light from the 1960s features an opening under the arch that

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Ceramic Arc Light

$1,700

Space Age GEPO Arc Floor Lamp in Style of Guzzini / Goffredo Reggiani

By Gepo

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

This GEPO arc floor lamp has an acrylic shade that produces a moon-like glow. It has a chrome frame

Category

1970s European Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Space Age GEPO Arc Floor Lamp in Style of Guzzini / Goffredo Reggiani

$1,780

Space Age Dijkstra Double Arc Floor Lamp with Plexiglass Mushroom Shade, 1960s

By Dijkstra

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare Dijkstra 'double arc' space age floor lamp with plexiglass mushroom shade. The inner arc

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Space Age Dijkstra Double Arc Floor Lamp with Plexiglass Mushroom Shade, 1960s

$1,839

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Floor lamp by Florian Schulz that is clasped between ceiling and floor. The height of the Arc can

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

$6,500

Mid-Century Modern Marble Base Brushed Aluminum Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is an incredible, brushed aluminum, arc floor lamp, on a marble base, made

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Marble Base Brushed Aluminum Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s

$2,400

Title: Gaetano Sciolari Mid-Century Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp for Boulanger

By S.A. Boulanger, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

his sophisticated Italian Mid-Century arc floor lamp is an elegant example of lighting design by

Category

1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Title: Gaetano Sciolari Mid-Century Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp for Boulanger

$2,495

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare early version of a floor lamp by Florian Schulz that is clasped between ceiling and floor. The

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

$6,950

Vintage Goffredo Reggiani Space Age Arc Floor Lamp with Mushroom Shade, 1970s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare space age arc floor lamp with plexiglass mushroom shade by Goffredo Reggiani. The mocca

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Goffredo Reggiani Space Age Arc Floor Lamp with Mushroom Shade, 1970s

$1,958

Mid-Century Modern Guzzini 3 Arm Arc Brass Floor Lamp Marble Base

By Guzzini

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Italian cool Arc floor lamp, designed by Goffredo Reggiani around 1960-70s. Marble base and

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Guzzini 3 Arm Arc Brass Floor Lamp Marble Base

$850

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

By Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Rare early version of a floor lamp by Florian Schulz that is clasped between ceiling and floor. The

Category

1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Brass

Ceiling to Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz with Adjustable Arc, Germany, 1970s

$5,500

Arc Floor Lamp with Five Adjustable Brass Arms and White Marble Foot

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Swedish Arc floor lamp made of a white marble foot, brass body and arms. Each of the five arm is

Category

1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Brass

Arc Floor Lamp with Five Adjustable Brass Arms and White Marble Foot

$2,136

Italian modern Arc adjustable floor lamp in marble and satin steel, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern Arc adjustable floor lamp in marble and satin steel, 1970s Floor lamp with arc

Category

1970s Italian Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Steel

Italian modern Arc adjustable floor lamp in marble and satin steel, 1970s

$1,780

Vintage Space Age Light Guzzini Style Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani

By Goffredo Reggiani, Guzzini

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare Italian arc floor lamp with marble base and mushroom shade, presumably by Goffredo

Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome, Metal

Vintage Space Age Light Guzzini Style Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani

$1,898

Mid-Century Modern Harvey Guzzini Curved Marble Chrome Arc Floor Lamp, Italy

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a marvelous, chrome arc floor lamp, on a marble base, by Harvey Guzzini

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Harvey Guzzini Curved Marble Chrome Arc Floor Lamp, Italy

$1,800

Vintage Mid Century GEPO Space Age Mushroom Arc Floor Lamp, 1970 s

By Gepo

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Rare space age arc floor lamp by GEPO with beige mushroom shade. The acrylic glass mushroom shade

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid Century GEPO Space Age Mushroom Arc Floor Lamp, 1970 s

$1,299

"Focus" Arc by Fabio Lenci Guzzini 1970s Italian Design Floor Lamp

By Guzzini, Fabio Lenci

Located in Brescia, IT

"Focus" Fabio Lenci by Guzzini 1972 Chrome metal and perspex shade Metal frame Concrete base covered with white plastic Perfect working order. Excellent condition.

Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

"Focus" Arc by Fabio Lenci Guzzini 1970s Italian Design Floor Lamp

$3,797

Space Age Arc Floor Lamp in Style of Guzzini by Goffredo Reggiani

By Goffredo Reggiani, Guzzini

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

One of a kind arc floor lamp with extendable arm and mushroom shade. We are not sure about the

Category

1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Space Age Arc Floor Lamp in Style of Guzzini by Goffredo Reggiani

$1,898

Chalet Floor Lamp in the Style of Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Paris, FR

Chalet floor lamp, decorated with three balls in swivel white opaline, stuck between two larch

Category

1960s French Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Chalet Floor Lamp in the Style of Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs

$2,254

Vintage Sölken Leuchten Space Age Arc Floor Lamp Mushroom Standing Light 1970s

By Sölken Leuchten

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare space age arc floor lamp with mushroom shade by the German Sölken Leuchten. The white

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Sölken Leuchten Space Age Arc Floor Lamp Mushroom Standing Light 1970s

$1,892

Vintage Sölken Leuchten Space Age Arc Floor Lamp Mushroom Standing Light, 1970s

By Sölken Leuchten

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Very rare space age arc floor lamp with mushroom shade by the German Sölken Leuchten. The white

Category

20th Century Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

Vintage Sölken Leuchten Space Age Arc Floor Lamp Mushroom Standing Light, 1970s

$1,892

Large Arc Table Lamp Coupé by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1967

By O-Luce, Joe Colombo

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Beautiful and rare clamp table lamp Coupé manufactured by O-Luce, designed by Joe Colombo in 1967

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal, Steel

Large Arc Table Lamp Coupé by Joe Colombo for O-Luce, 1967

$2,539

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Arc Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, Italy

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Harvey Guzzini design chrome and travertine arc table lamps, Italy.

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Travertine Arc Table Lamp by Harvey Guzzini, Italy

$2,800 / item

1970s Italian White Metal and Perspex Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp Guzzini Style

By Guzzini, Harvey Guzzini

Located in London, England

1970s space-age, height-adjustable, arc floor lamp in the style of the renowned lighting designer

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Vintage Arc Lamp

Materials

Metal

1970s Italian White Metal and Perspex Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp Guzzini Style

$890

Lighting Under $1,000

Antique and Vintage Lighting

Mid-Century Modern Lighting

20th Century Lighting

Metal Lighting

Lighting on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Vintage Arc Lamp", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Vintage Arc Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the vintage arc lamp you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, stone and chrome, every vintage arc lamp was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect vintage arc lamp — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A vintage arc lamp made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage arc lamp over the years, but those crafted by Harvey Guzzini, Gepo and Guzzini are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Arc Lamp?

The average selling price for a vintage arc lamp at 1stDibs is $1,800, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $16,059 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Vintage Arc Lamp

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.
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 can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
How do I identify a vintage porcelain lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To identify a vintage porcelain lamp, check the base for markings. You may find a date stamp or the manufacturer's name. Check the porcelain for signs of wear like minor scratches and blemishes. If a lamp is in flawless condition, it's possible that it was simply stored well, but it's more likely that the piece is a newer reproduction. A certified appraiser can be of assistance if online research isn't enough to make an identification. Shop a selection of vintage porcelain lamps on 1stDibs.
How do I identify vintage Stiffel lamps?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify vintage Stiffel lamps, first check a piece for any markings. Nearly all Stiffel lamps have a marking at least on the switch, but some also feature large foil stamps on their bases or bulb sockets. By comparing the marks on your lamp to images and descriptions published on trusted online resources, you can often determine approximately when Stiffel produced your lamp. If your lamp is 20 to 99 years old, it is vintage. Older Stiffel lamps are antiques, and newer ones are contemporary. When in doubt, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find an assortment of Stiffel lamps on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a brass lamp is vintage?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell if a brass lamp is vintage, you'll need to determine if it is 20 to 99 years old by conducting online research or having an expert, such as a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer, evaluate it. If you prefer to do the research yourself, first look for the maker's markings. Then, consult trusted online resources to identify the maker and read further to find out when the company was active and manufacturing similar lamps. Checking the plug can also be helpful. If it has two prongs of the same size, you can conclude that your lamp was made in 1962 or before, as U.S. standards set that year required all lamps to feature polarized plugs with one large and one small prong. Keep in mind that it is possible to rewire a lamp, and some makers switched to polarized plugs before the standard was established, so the lack of a non-polarized plug doesn't necessarily mean a lamp isn't pre-1962. Find a large selection of vintage brass table lamps on 1stDibs.