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Industrial Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Industrial brass arc floor lamp with adjustable swivel head.
Category
20th Century Machine Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Italian Modular Arc Floor Lamp, 1980s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian Modular Arc floor lamp, 1980s
Size :
W 86 - 163 cm
H 185- 155 cm.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s Italian Production
Located in Parma, IT
Arc floor lamp Italian production 1970s.
Aluminum and steel structure, perpex lampshade with
Category
Vintage 1970s Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
Arc Floor Lamp in Chrome Metal
Located in Mondorf les Bains, LU
1960s arc floor lamp, composed of a white marble base, an extendable chrome-plated metal shaft and
Category
Vintage 1960s French Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid Century Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Classic simplicity in this brass arc floor lamp. Stepped pagoda style glass shade in the style of
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Wood
Mid Century Modern Chrome Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century modern arc floor lamp with a black rectangular base and chrome finish. The
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Midcentury Italian Two-Armed Arc Floor Lamp, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Italian two-armed arc floor lamp, 1970s.
Brass riser and white round marble base. Very
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass, Metal
Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian arc floor lamp by Goffredo Reggiani for Reggiani,
This is a large arc lamp
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Metal
Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Den Haag, NL
Beautiful Arc floor lamp adjustable in height ,
comes with its original White
translucent Plastic
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Lampadari Reggiani Mid-Century Chrome Magnetic "Eyeball" Arc Floor Lamp
Located in San Francisco, CA
Lampadari Reggiani Mid-Century Chrome Magnetic "Eyeball" Arc Floor Lamp
Category
Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Baltensweiler Halo Mobil Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Designed in the 1970's by Rico and Rosemarie Baltensweiler. This Halo Mobile arced floor lamp is
Category
20th Century Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Chrome
Vintage Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, Italy, 1960s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Arc Floor Lamp realized by Goffredo Reggiani in 1960s.
Chromed metal.
Height of 193 cm
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s
Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 59.85 in Dm 13.98 in
Adjustable arc floor lamp with three chrome globes, concrete base - 1970s
Located in Uccle, BE
Adjustable arc floor lamp with three chrome globes, concrete base 1970s
Category
20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete, Chrome
H 84.65 in W 62.21 in D 17.33 in
Vintage Five-Arm Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Base
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage five arm arc floor lamp circa 1980s. This sculptural piece includes adjustable light shades
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid Century Modern adjustable arc floor lamp in brushed chrome - italy 1970s
Located in Uccle, BE
Mid Century Modern adjustable arc floor lamp in brushed chrome - italy 1970s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel
H 78.75 in W 80.71 in D 15.75 in
Modern Sublime Arc Floor Lamp. Gun Metal Marble, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
H 72.84 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in
Modern Black Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Marble, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
H 72.84 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in
Modern White Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Marble, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By GF Contemporary, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sublime Arc Floor Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
H 72.84 in W 94.49 in D 23.63 in
Modern Lima Arc Floor Lamp, Calacatta Marble Oak, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lima Arc Floor Lamp, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
H 70.87 in W 59.06 in D 15.75 in
Modern Lima Arc Floor Lamp, Calacatta Marble Brass, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lima arc floor lamp, Contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Marble, Brass
H 70.87 in W 59.06 in D 15.75 in
Palm Wood Studio Craft Arc Floor Lamp, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Palm Wood; Studio Craft; Arc; Floor Lamp; 1980s; American Craftsman; Craftsmanship; Ethnic Inspired
Category
Late 20th Century South American American Craftsman Floor Lamps
Materials
Leather, Palmwood
Chrome and Steel Arc Floor Lamp Ca. 1960/1970's
By Achille Castiglioni
Located in New York, NY
Large chrome arc floor lamp, having a suspended ball shade (12 in diameter) a long arched tubular
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Steel, Chrome
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
Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Steel
Arc Floor Lamp by T-Pons, Spain 1970's
Located in Lisboa, PT
Step into the captivating world of 1970s Spanish design with the "Arc" floor lamp, meticulously
Category
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Goffredo Reggiani Adjustable Chrome Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Hellouw, NL
Original Goffredo Reggiani adjustable chrome arc floor lamp from Italy late 1960s or early 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Arc Floor Lamp Italian Calla Lily
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Lighting Acquisitions Of A
1960s Vintage Italian Arc Floor Lamp with Calla Lily Shades
With adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Stainless Steel
Mid Century Sölken Leuchten Space Age Arc Floor Lamp
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 Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Travertine Arc Floor Lamp
By Florian Schulz, Fog and Morup, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Gino Sarfatti
Located in München, DE
Stunning floor lamp from the 1970s.
Very unusual design and very high-quality workmanship.
The lamp
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Amazing Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Gebrüder Cosack, Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Florian Schulz, Fog & Mørup, Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and rare arc floor lamp from the 1970s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Italian Black Chrome & Marble Guzzini Style Arc Floor Lamp
By Guzzini
Located in Lake Worth, FL
& Marble Guzzini Style Multi Directional Arc Floor Lamp
With an inline foot switch
Approximate
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome, Brass
Contemporary Modern 4 Bulb Brass and Marble Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary modern 4 bulb arc lamp. This is a lovely modern arc floor lamp with a 4 arm design
Category
20th Century Unknown Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern 4 Bulb Brass and Marble Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A contemporary modern 4 bulb arc lamp. This is a lovely modern arc floor lamp with a 4 arm design
Category
20th Century Unknown Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Hiroshi Kawano for Ligne Roset Bloom White Metal and Foam Modern Arc Floor Lamp
By Ligne Roset
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Hiroshi Kawano for Ligne Roset Bloom arc floor lamp. This piece is designed by Hiroshi Kawano, an
Category
20th Century French Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 64.5 in W 70 in D 24 in
Brass and Acrylic Mid Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp with Marble Base
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A brass and marble arc floor lamp. This wonderful mid century modern arc lamp features a classic
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Brass
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 Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 75.6 in Dm 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Elbow Arc Floor Lamp by J.J. Hoogervorst for Anvia, 1960s
By Anvia
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
A sculptural elbow arc floor lamp by one of the most respected Dutch lighting Designers of the era
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 56.3 in W 47.25 in D 11.82 in
1970s Italian White Acrylic Shade Chrome Frame and Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 1970s Italian arc floor lamp. This is a wonderful vintage arc lamp with a classic Italian design
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Chrome
1970s Italian White Acrylic Shade Chrome Frame and Marble Base Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 1970s Italian arc floor lamp. This is a wonderful vintage arc lamp with a classic Italian design
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome
H 78 in W 5.5 in D 12.5 in
1970s Harvey Guzzini Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
marble base with dramatic arc arm stem and white acrylic shade. Push-button floor switch for easy on/off
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble
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 Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 75.6 in W 13.78 in D 68.9 in
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Arc Floor Lamp Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing arc floor lamp in bamboo and rattan by Vivai Del Sud.
Made in Italy in the
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 78.75 in W 20.48 in D 53.55 in
1970's to 1980's Mid Century Modern to Post-modern Brass Arc Floor Lamp
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Floor lamp gives a classy look to your décor. The arched lamp shines the perfect amount of light that
Category
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp C1965
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous period 1965 arc lamp with an Adjustable pierced dome shade in nickel chrome. Weighted base
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Chrome, Nickel, Steel
Italian Arc Floor Lamp by Goffredo Reggiani
By Reggiani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
arc and shade made of metal - aluminum. Floor lamp have adjustable arc reach and on the base also the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Modern Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Large Vintage Arc Lamp, Italy, 1960s
A stunning and XL vintage Italian arc lamp from the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Carrara Marble, Chrome
Goffredo Reggiani Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Naples, IT
Floor-standing lamp designed by Goffredo Reggiani and produced by Reggiani in the 1970s, original
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Large Arc Floor Lamp with Acrylic Diffuser
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Vintage floor lamp made of a circular white marble base with soften edges, bent stainless steel arm
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Italian space age metal plexiglass and marble black violet arc floor lamp, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age metal, plexiglass and marble, black and violet arc floor lamp from 1980s.
Arc
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
H 71.66 in W 13.78 in D 53.15 in
Amazing Adjustable Arc Floor Lamp by Florian Schulz
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Florian Schulz, Fog & Mørup, Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Gebrüder Cosack
Located in München, DE
Very beautiful and rare floor lamp from the 1970s.
The lighting effect of the lamp is extremely
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Goffredo Reggiani Style Arc Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Goffredo Reggiani
Located in Naples, IT
Rare and beautiful adjustable arch floor lamp with marble base and three frosted glass shades, in
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Harvey Guzzini Arc Floor Lamp With Marble Base
By Harvey Guzzini, Guzzini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Adjustable gold tone arch lamp with an acrylic globe and white marble base with grey veins. Height
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Marble, Metal
Mid Century Modern Arc Floor Lamp with Travertine Base
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern floor lamp features extending brass arm, brass accented travertine base
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Sanpei Arc Floor Lamp in aluminium by Damiano Spelta
By Damiano Spelta
Located in Milan, IT
This unique Arc Lamp is made in Aluminium, Steel, Brass, Fiberglass and PMMA. Manufacturing by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Steel, Brass
Arc Floor Lamp by Guzzini, Aluminum, Travertine, Italy circa 1970
By Guzzini
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful arc lamp or floor lamp by Harvey Guzzini from Italy from the 1960/70s.
Arc-shaped
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps
Materials
Travertine, Aluminum
Mid-Century Space Age Arc Floor Lamp from Gepo, 1960s
By Gepo
Located in Hamburg, DE
Imposing space age floor lamp from the dutch manufacturer gepo.
A classic space age design with
Category
20th Century Dutch Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Raymor Italian Chrome and White Enameled Metal Arced Floor Lamp
By Raymor
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian floor lamp, possibly a Sarfatti design, with chromed arched arm and white enameled dome
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Floor Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Brass & Rattan Arc Floor Lamp, Italy 1950s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
photo.
The lamp comes with 1x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working condition
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Oak & Brass Arc Floor Lamp by Nova
By Nova Lighting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Oak, Brass, Original Shade
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
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Arc Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of arc floor lamps for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and stone, all arc floor lamps available were constructed with great care. We have 262 antique and vintage arc floor lamps in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Arc floor lamps have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial arc floor lamps are consistently popular styles. Not every interior allows for large arc floor lamps, so small arc floor lamps measuring 3.15 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made arc floor lamps over the years, but those made by Harvey Guzzini, Florian Schulz and Goffredo Reggiani are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Arc Floor Lamps?
Prices for arc floor lamps start at $10 and top out at $18,500 with the average selling for $1,995.
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 Arc 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 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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, 2022The 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.
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With a High-Tech Flagship and Cool Collabs, Lladró Is Breaking the Mold for Porcelain Production
Thanks to its new leadership, the Spanish maker of figurines, busts and lighting is on a mission to update the art of porcelain for the 21st century.
Christopher Tennant’s Lamps and Dioramas Evoke Sunny Days and Seaside Locales
The former magazine editor blends elements of the Far East and America’s eastern shores, bringing wit and delight to his handmade, upcycled designs.
Paavo Tynell’s Snowflake Chandelier Warms Up Any Room
This circa 1950 piece by the legendary Finnish lighting designer spent the past several decades in a family's home in Michigan.
NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.