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Adjustable "Sistema Flu" Lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto for Luci 80s
By luci, Rodolfo Bonetto
Located in Padova, IT
Adjustable Sistema Flu Lamp by Rodolfo Bonetto for Luci 80s
Floor lamp mod. Sistema Flu with
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Butterfly Floor Lamp Designed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy, 1980s
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
comes to the head of this 80s Floor Lamp, with 2 large pleated fabric folding fans, 68cm wide, which can
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
Vintage Ikea Torchiere Uplight Floor Lamp after Max Bill c 1970/80's
By IKEA
Located in New York, NY
Max Bill, circa 1970/80's. The lamp features an elegant elongated vertical center post, with white
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Floor Lamp Luci 70s 80s Italian modern Stilnovo style
By luci, Stilnovo
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by STD for Luci. Designed and published probably in the late 70s or early 80s
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Italian Zerbetto Floor Lamp Design Gigante, Zambusi, Boccato 80s
By Boccato Gigante Zambusi, Zerbetto
Located in Padova, IT
Modern floor lamp design by Gian Nicola Gigante, Marilena Boccato and Antonio Zambusi in 1981 for
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Floor Lamp King and Miranda Triana 80s Arteluce Minimalsit Postmodern
By Arteluce, Perry King and Santiago Miranda
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by King and Miranda for Arteluce. Designed and published in the 80s. Black
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Carlo Nason. “Column” floor lamp in opalescent glass. 1970s/80s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Carlo Nason.
“Column” floor lamp in white opalescent glass, the glasses interlocking with each
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Glass, Alligator
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Floor Lamp Black Enamelled Brass Design Italy 80s
By Mario Barbaglia and Marco Colombo, PAF Studio
Located in Palermo, IT
Rare black enamelled brass floor lamp with halogen light. Directional with three moving parts. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Enamel, Iron
H 74.81 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Italian Post modern Floor Lamp in the Style of Fontana Arte, 80s / 90s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Roma, IT
A Post Modern floor lamp with a fine and minimalist design, certainly made in Italy between the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
White-Pearl Lacquered Metal and Brass Halogen Floor Lamp From The 80s. Italy
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful 1980s design halogen floor lamp.
This lamp is made of white-pearl lacquered metal and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 55.12 in W 17.72 in D 11.03 in
Postmodern Birillo Side Table and Floor Lamp by Parisotto for Fontana Arte, 80s
Located in Hamburg, DE
from the 80s. A rare piece and hard to find.
The design follows a post-modern design language of clear
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 17.32 in Dm 23.62 in
Floor lamp and plant stand "CLOSE ENCOUNTER" by Kerst Koopman, Dutch design 80s
By Kerst Koopman
Located in DE MEERN, NL
FLOOR LAMP AND PLANT STAND "CLOSE ENCOUNTER" BY KERST KOOPMAN, NETHERLANDS 1980S
Introducing the
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Milk Glass, Wood, Lacquer
H 72.84 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Table Lamp Daphinette by Tommaso Cimini for Lumina, Italy 80’s
By Lumina, Tommaso Cimini
Located in Padova, IT
Daphinette is a minimal and elegant table lamp designed by the Italian designer Tommaso Cimini and
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
'Tolboi' Venini lamp from the 80s
By Venini
Located in Milano, IT
Floor lamp model ‘Tolboi’, produced by Venini since 1987.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
80s Brutalist Iron Leaf Lamp With Lucite Base
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Brutalist Iron Leaf Lamp with Lucite Base seamlessly blends industrial strength with artistic
Category
Late 20th Century British Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
Minimalistic Floor Lamp by Belux, Switzerland, 1980s
By Belux
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Belux modernist floor lamp, 80s. Minimalistic floor lamp with one upright and a conical halogen
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Minimalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Hans Kogl White & Pink Flower Toleware Floor Lamp
By Hans Kögl
Located in Hastings, GB
Matt white toleware floor lamp with soft pink flower heads
Hans Kögl, 1970's /80's
Stunning large
Category
Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Vintage Postmodern Olympia Floor Lamp by Jorge Pensi for B.Lux, 1980s
By Jorge Pensi
Located in Hamburg, DE
Elegant floor lamp from the Spanish manufacturer B.Lux after a design by Jorge Pensi from the 80s
Category
20th Century Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Revival to Postmodern Paolo Gucci Floor Lamp White Sculpted Resin
By Paolo Gucci
Located in Topeka, KS
! Talk about breathtaking!! And quite the reputation follows this 80’s staple floor lamp! The Gucci
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Post Modern Floor Lamp design by Perry A. King & S. Mirand for Arteluce
By Memphis Group, Arteluce
Located in Roma, IT
founded in 1939 by Gino Sarfatti.
Designed and produced during the 80s, this floor lamp features many of
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 77.96 in Dm 12.8 in
Floor Lamp Solitaire 80s Style Minimalsit
By Giorgio Marianelli, Tronconi
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Floor lamp designed by Raul Barbieri and Giorgio Marianelli for Tronconi. The name is Solitaire
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Steel
Jackson Floor Lamp in Brass with Gold Detail
By Delightfull
Located in New York, NY
, never forgetting the inspirations for the 80s. We present you Jackson floor lamp. This tripod floor lamp
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Aluminum
1970s-80s Floor Lamp
Located in Milano, IT
Floor lamp with light points with adjustable intensity with dimmer, enameled metal, chromed
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Enamel
80’s Globe Floor Lamp
Located in Landgraaf, NL
80’s globe floor lamp. Minimalistic design. Black metal frame with matte white glass globe. In very
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Articulated Memphis Style 80's Reading Floor Lamp
By Memphis Group
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Articulated Memphis style 80's reading floor lamp. Base is 10 in. x 10 in.
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
80s Lotus Flower FLoor Lamp
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Fantastic and funky eighties floor lamp, consisting of 4 elegant glass lampshades designed in
Category
Vintage 1980s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
80's Obelisk Form Floor Lamp after JM Frank
Located in Danville, CA
Beautiful and fine Custom Obelisk form Floor Lamp in the style of Jean-Michel Frank. The piece is
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Plaster, Paint, Linen
Chrome Three Finger 80s Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Chrome 'three finger' arc floor lamp made in the 80s. The arcs are flexible and can be aligned or
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Standing Lamp Globe Brass, Spain 80's
Located in Barcelona, Cataluna
Standing Lamp Globe Brass , Spain 80's.
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Moon Floor Lamp by KARE Design, Spain 80s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice floor lamp from 80s, produce my KARE Design
Model Moon.
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
74" Heigh The Lady Floor Lamp from the 80s
Located in Pasadena, CA
An elegant and sexy floor lamp made of resin, reflecting Bauhaus minimalism with a Grace Jones
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Resin
Italian Floor Lamp in Shape of a Daffodil from the 80s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Italian floor lamp from the 80s in the shape of a daffodil. Designed by Peter Bliss 1986. While the
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Vico Magistretti for O-Luce "Pascal" Floor Lamp, Italy 1970-80s
By Oluce, Vico Magistretti
Located in Naples, IT
Floor lamp model "Pascal" designed by Vico Magistretti for O-Luce, Italy, 1970s-1980s. Painted
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Contemporary Modern Hollywood Regency Ramond Signed Lucite Chrome Floor Lamp 80s
By Frederick Raymond
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a sensational, Hollywood Regency floor lamp, made of chrome plated solid
Category
Vintage 1980s Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
20th Century Modern Design Gianfranco Frattini for Relco Brass Floor Lamp 80s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Palermo, IT
Gianfranco Frattini for Relco original brass floor lamp.
Made of heavy stock brass with sculptural
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
J. F. Crochet for S. Terzani Wrought Iron and Murano Glass Floor Lamp 80s Italy
By Jean-Fracois Crochet, Sergio Terzani
Located in Palermo, IT
Very stylish floor lamp, wrought iron stem with turned square section, white sandblasted Murano
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 70.87 in Dm 23.23 in
80's Frederick Raymond Lucite and Chrome Torchiere
By Fredrick Ramond
Located in North Miami, FL
Very handsome 80's minimalist torchiere in lucite and chrome has floor switch/dimmer, and etched
Category
Late 20th Century American Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Contemporary Modern Pair Architectural Task Lamps Berenice D12 Meda Rizzatto 80s
By Paolo Rizzatto
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is an outstanding pair of adjustable, architectural, metal task lamps
Category
Vintage 1980s Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
20th Century French Palm Floor Lamp by Maison Jansen, c.1970
By Maison Jansen
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A large Maison Jansen floor lamp, 1970s/80s, with three light points. Of lovely proportions, a
Category
20th Century French Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
French cinema projector from the 80s, completely refurbished with LED lightning
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Completely refurbished 1980s LTM cinema projector. Sandblasted, polished, varnished and repainted, it has been fitted with very low consumption LED lighting. The original Fresnel len...
Category
Vintage 1980s Floor Lamps
Materials
Iron
H 19.69 in W 11.82 in D 17.72 in
Halogen Light Torchiere Uplight Floor Lamp c. 1970/80's
Located in New York, NY
High end floor lamp, torchiere, uplight constructed of brass, steel and faux marble, circa 1970/80
Category
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
'80s Designer Minimalist Italian Black Floor Lamp by Fridolin Naef
By Luxo, Fridolin Naef
Located in New York, NY
An amazing Minimalist Post-Modern [Postmodern] Italian black adjustable floor lamp by designer
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Set ''Olympia Pie '' floor Lamps By Jorge Pensi For B Lux, 80s
By Jorge Pensi
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set Olympia Pie floor Lamps By Jorge Pensi For B Lux, 1980s .Spain Aluminum casted.
Halogen .New
Category
Vintage 1980s Spanish Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum
80s Artisan Four Sided Black Lucite Tower Floor Lamp
Located in Kensington, MD
80s four sided black Lucite tower floor lamp. Dated & signed.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Floor Lamps
Vintage Minimal White Eyeball Reading Adjustable Floor Lamp 80s
Located in Hawthorne, CA
White metal reading lamp with spherical "eyeball" shade circa 1970s-80s. Adjustable height with a
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Postmodern Ikea floor table lamp telescope halogen minimalist 80s
By IKEA
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
switch - 190 cm wiring - transformer UK plug - 220V
Beautiful table lamp - floor lamp steel wire metal
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 51.19 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in
Florescent 80's composite lamp for Flou, by Renaud Marchand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Floor lamp in composite material made to resemble rock with florescent luminator and floor switch
Category
Late 20th Century Floor Lamps
Pair of White Barovier & Toso 80's Torchieres
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of white Barovier & Toso glass torchieres with brass details.
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
80s Lucite Floorlamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant modern lamp screams 80s. Has a tall Lucite body with beige stripes throughout. Clear
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
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80s Floor Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 80s floor lamp you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, plastic and acrylic, every 80s floor lamp was constructed with great care. There are 14 variations of the antique or vintage 80s floor lamp you’re looking for, while we also have 7 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a 80s floor lamp — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each 80s floor lamp bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen and Olivier Mourgue each produced at least one beautiful 80s floor lamp that is worth considering.
How Much is a 80s Floor Lamp?
A 80s floor lamp can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,350, while the lowest priced sells for $519 and the highest can go for as much as $4,500.
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 80s Floor Lamp
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, tracksuits were popular in the 1980s. During the decade, the world of fitness heavily influenced fashion, with everything from leg warmers and tracksuits transitioning from the gym to the runways and the street. Velour tracksuits were especially popular looks of the day. Explore a collection of 1980s apparel on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A number of bags were popular in the 1980s, including belt bags made of a variety of materials. Some designer handbags carried by celebrities of the era include the Hermès Birkin, Louis Vuitton Bucket Bag, the Chanel Gold Chain Classic Flap and various Prada nylon bags. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage handbags.
- What are floor lamps?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.
In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.
Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Fashion accessories were very popular in the '80s and some of the trendier ones included leg warmers, scrunchies, large neon earrings, plastic bangles and neon fingerless gloves.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the ’80s design style is called varies, as multiple styles are associated with the decade. Some people refer to the designs of the period using the generic term postmodern. Pieces featuring bright colors, geometric shapes, strong patterns and abstract designs may be classified as Memphis style. Synthwave style drew inspiration from the new wave and punk music scenes, including technology-inspired motifs, such as grid lines and vibrant neon colors. Another 1980s design style is commonly referred to as ’80s Cute. Pioneered by designer Lisa Frank, it typically features whimsical imagery, such as rainbows, hearts and fast food. Find a large collection of 1980s furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is a torchiere floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.
- How tall should floor lamps be?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.
In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.
Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs. - What is the best floor lamp?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an old floor lamp, first try to locate a maker's marking. Manufacturers typically mark floor lamps on the base, neck or socket. Once you've found a marking, you can use trusted online resources to learn more about the maker and your specific piece. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer examine your lamp. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- Are LED floor lamps worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many people believe that LED floor lamps are worth it. Light-emitting diode, or LED, lamps consume less energy than lamps equipped with halogen or incandescent bulbs, so they may be more environmentally and budget-friendly over time. Plus, LED lamps outlast other types of bulbs, cutting down on the need for frequent replacements. You can also choose from lamps of varying brightness and light color temperatures. However, LED lamps may be more costly and produce less light than some alternatives, making them less ideal for certain tasks, such as reading. Consider where and how you'll use your lamp, your budget and your preferences when selecting a floor lamp to choose the best option for your space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of LED floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How tall an arc lamp should be depends on the height of your furniture. The lamp needs to be able to reach over the piece and allow enough clearance for you to sit comfortably. Generally, arc lamps are 60 to 82 inches tall. Find a range of arc lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique floor lamp, first see if you can locate a marking on the shade, base, switch, socket or another area. Using trusted online resources, you can often identify a maker based on these markings. With an unmarked lamp, check the cord. Antique lighting fixtures will usually have a cotton-wrapped cord or exposed wires rather than a polymer-coated cord. The plug is also likely to have prongs the same size if the lamp is antique. Generally, a floor lamp must be at least 100 years old to be considered an antique. For further assistance with the identification process, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique floor lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.
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