What are floor lamps?

A floor lamp is a tall standing lamp used to illuminate a space. A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Visual artists and industrial designers have a penchant for floor lamps, possibly because they’re so often a clever marriage of design and the functions of lighting. A good floor lamp can change the mood of any room while adding a touch of elegance to your entire space.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

How tall should floor lamps be?

A floor lamp should typically be between 58 and 64 inches tall. The bottom of the fixture's shade should be slightly below or approximately at the eye level of a person sitting nearby. This will help your guests avoid the lamp's glare.In addition to illuminating large spaces, floor lamps can light specific seating areas and serve as task lighting (use a taller floor lamp if you wish to keep a fair amount of distance between the fixture and your seating). Integrated into a room's overall design, a floor lamp can create an intimate atmosphere and introduce a stylish, sculptural element.Find antique and vintage floor lamps, table lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp?

Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

What is a torchiere floor lamp?

A torchiere floor lamp is a lamp known for its upright, torch-like frame. The name is derived from the French word for “torch.” The light of this fixture points upward, providing indirect light.

What is a good bright floor lamp?

A good bright floor lamp depends on various factors such as other light sources in the room, the number of lumens required, and so on. When it comes to floor lamps, a good rule of thumb is that a sitting room or bedroom needs 10 to 20 lumens per square foot, while a bathroom or kitchen requires 70 to 80 lumens per square foot. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?

On a floor lamp, a rotary switch is a part used to turn the light on and off. Specifically, it has a threaded stem with a knob at the end. To use it, you twist the knob. Find a collection of antique and vintage floor lamps on 1stDibs.

How do I choose an arc floor lamp?

To choose an arc floor lamp, consider the layout of the room and the space available to ensure that the fixture you select can reach over your furniture and fit in the area. Also, think about the quality of light that you prefer. Lamps with fabric and frosted glass shades will usually provide softer illumination than ones with exposed bulbs. Find a selection of arc floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What is the best floor lamp for reading?

Floor lamps have seen an evolution from the time they were invented, as torches that originated in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.

How can I tell if a floor lamp is vintage?

There are many different ways to tell if a table lamp is vintage. Your best option is to look for a manufacturer label that will give you information on the designer, the date, serial number and other information that you can then Google. It’s also a good idea to look at the condition of the lamp to see what shape it’s in and if it has all of its original pieces. Shop a large collection of vintage table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best reading floor lamp?

The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.

What are the parts of a floor lamp called?

The main parts of a floor lamp are called the body, neck, socket harp and shade. A lamp body is the decorative portion of the lamp made from wood, metal, porcelain or another material, and the neck travels from the body to the socket where you install a bulb. On floor lamps with shades, the shade is the covering over the bulb, while the harp is the frame that holds the shade in place. Shop a collection of floor lamps on 1stDibs.

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.

Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?

Yes, the arc of the Flos Arco floor lamp is designed to allow you to adjust it with ease. Designed in 1962, this iconic style features telescoping detail built into the gracefully arched arm, making it simple to increase or decrease the height. Browse a collection of Flos Arco floor lamps on 1stDibs.

What type of floor lamp gives the most light?

The type of floor lamp that gives off the most light is those lamps with white bell shades and LED light bulbs. Bell shades shed light between the top and bottom of the shade and tend to illuminate an entire room.

How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?

The assembly of Noguchi Akari light sculptures depends on the model, as there are several models available. Take note of your exact model number and then consult the brand’s website for the multi-stepped process of assembly. Shop a range of vintage and modern Isamu Noguchi light sculptures on 1stDibs.

Short Floor Lamps

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Short Italian Midcentury Floor Lamp

H 48.04 in Dm 11.82 in

Glustin Luminaires Creation Short Floor Lamps with Murano Ribbons

By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Pair of short floor lamps made of a brass structure and twenty Murano glass ribbons intertwined.

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2010s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Glustin Luminaires Creation Short Floor Lamps with Murano Ribbons

H 55.12 in Dm 15.75 in

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure, and the most recent floor version of the lamp in 130 cm height. The distinctive trait is the shape of the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Crystal by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 51.17 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A family of lamps: suspended, for a coffee table and with a metal structure, and the most recent floor version of the lamp in 130 cm height. The distinctive trait is the shape of the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Short Planet Floor Lamp in Fume by Tokujin Yoshioka

H 51.17 in W 12.2 in D 12.2 in

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Aluminum

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Aluminum 'Bysted Garden' is a

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Aluminum

H 10 in Dm 5.2 in

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Aluminum for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Aluminum for Louis Poulsen A highly refined fixture

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Aluminum for Louis Poulsen

H 13.6 in Dm 2 in

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Corten Red

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Corten Red 'Bysted Garden' is a

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Bysted Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Corten Red

H 10 in Dm 5.2 in

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Christian Flindt

Located in Glendale, CA

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen A highly refined

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Flindt Garden Short' Outdoor Bollard Light in Corten Red for Louis Poulsen

H 13.6 in Dm 2 in

Arne Jacobsen Short 'AJ Garden' Bollard in Black With Spike for Louis Poulsen

By Louis Poulsen, Arne Jacobsen

Located in Glendale, CA

Arne Jacobsen short 'AJ Garden' bollard in black with spike for Louis Poulsen. Originally

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Short 'AJ Garden' Bollard in Black With Spike for Louis Poulsen

H 19.9 in W 4.5 in D 9.7 in

Ghidini 1961 Short Dusk Dawn Floor Lamp in Brass and Metallic Glass by Branch

By Branch, Ghidini 1961

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Floor lamp in brass and metalized glass. Dusk Dawn draws its name from a magical arc of time: the arrival and departure of soft light. It is the time when the sun dips below the hori...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ghidini 1961 Short Dusk Dawn Floor Lamp in Brass and Metallic Glass by Branch

H 57.09 in Dm 13.78 in

Brass Neoclassical Floor Lamp, 1940s

Located in London, GB

the photo, can be lower or shorter, since it's telescopic. The base 35 cm diameter and the shade

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Neoclassical Floor Lamp, 1940s

H 68.9 in Dm 18.12 in

Vintage Chrome Double Tube Torchieres

Located in Glendale, AZ

, pictured. Cords are short and will likely need an extender or to be placed directly next to an outlet

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chrome Double Tube Torchieres

H 72 in W 12 in D 12 in

Incredible aluminium hand-woven MIRROR FLOOR LAMP HAY

By Andriy Khvorostyanov

Located in Port Orchard, WA

the two short words - "How Are You?" - at the onset of the Russian-Ukrainian war. Like a metal

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Incredible aluminium hand-woven MIRROR FLOOR LAMP HAY

H 63 in Dm 18.12 in

Magneto Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte

By H. Fillekes

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

. This rare lamp was only produced for a short period. The lamp has a black lacquered metal tripod foot

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Magneto Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte

H 55.12 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in

Selenova Monumental Floor Lamp "Euro Lamp", Italy 1960s

By Selenova, Sergio Moscheni

Located in Argelato, BO

electricity, but they are conductors themselves. In short, rigor and imagination, design and functionality

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Selenova Monumental Floor Lamp "Euro Lamp", Italy 1960s

H 94.49 in W 66.93 in D 59.06 in

Sculptural Mid-Century American Modern Cased Glass and Brass Table/Floor Lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

larger surface), but also works well as a shorter floor lamp. Rewired but retains its three-way switch

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Mid-Century American Modern Cased Glass and Brass Table/Floor Lamp

H 43 in W 15 in D 11.5 in

Vintage Kurt Versen Gooseneck Bullet Floor Lamp

By Kurt Versen

Located in Chicago, IL

. 60" height is just one option. As shown this can be adjust to many height. taller and shorter.

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Kurt Versen Gooseneck Bullet Floor Lamp

H 60 in Dm 9.75 in

1 Pair of Art Déco Floor Lamps. France 1920s.

Located in Köln, NW

pane on top. Both bulbs are easy to replace. One of the lamps has a shorter cable than the other

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Nickel

1 Pair of Art Déco Floor Lamps. France 1920s.

H 70.87 in Dm 22.84 in

MidCentury Round Brass Italian Manufacturing Floor Lamp, 1980

Located in Rome, IT

floor lamp is composed of a beautiful worked brass base, topped by a short brass cylinder; above this

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

MidCentury Round Brass Italian Manufacturing Floor Lamp, 1980

H 69.69 in Dm 16.93 in

Sculptural floor lamp by Enrico Tronconi

Located in Milano, IT

design was also available in shorter versions, suitable for a table placement. The present lamp

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Sculptural floor lamp by Enrico Tronconi

H 45.28 in Dm 11.03 in

Ennio Chiggio Floor lamp for LumenForm, Italy 1973.

By Lumenform, Ennio Chiggio

Located in Almelo, NL

research laboratory in Padua, where he conducted computational music research and made short films about

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ennio Chiggio Floor lamp for LumenForm, Italy 1973.

H 59.06 in Dm 24.41 in

Floor lamp model 2576 by Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte, Italy

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Brussels, BE

switch. The power cable is housed in the central shaft which is slightly shorter than the glass legs

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Floor lamp model 2576 by Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte, Italy

H 68.12 in W 9.65 in D 9.65 in

Scandinavian Minimalist Brass Floor Lamps by Jonas Hilde

By Jonas Hilde

Located in London, GB

remarkable example of Norwegian post modernist design. They were produced for a short period in the 1980's

Category

Vintage 1980s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Minimalist Brass Floor Lamps by Jonas Hilde

H 50.4 in W 15.75 in D 11.82 in

Early 20th Century Carved Wood Floor Lamp, English

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

and style from Baroque to Mid-Century Modern. In short, we are a treasure trove of unique items with

Category

Early 20th Century English Rustic Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Carved Wood Floor Lamp, English

H 63.5 in Dm 14.5 in

Amorph Roman floor lamp in Walnut wood with Natural stain and Ivory silk shade

By Amorph Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

design. Amir Habibabadi is nothing short of a visionary. He developed his perspective and unique

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Amorph Roman floor lamp in Walnut wood with Natural stain and Ivory silk shade

H 69 in Dm 22 in

Vico Magistretti 'Snow' Floor Lamp in Metal and Marble, Oluce, Italy, 1973

By Vico Magistretti, O-Luce

Located in The Hague, NL

manufacturer O-Luce in Italy. The floor lamp is from the ‘Snow’ series and was only in production for a short

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel

Vico Magistretti 'Snow' Floor Lamp in Metal and Marble, Oluce, Italy, 1973

H 64.18 in Dm 24.41 in

Lucie Koldova 'Puro' Handblown Triplex Opal Glass Floor Lamp in White for Brokis

By Brokis, Lucie Koldova

Located in Glendale, CA

other listings. This listing is for the short 'Puro' floor lamp in triplex opal matte glass with a white

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Lucie Koldova 'Puro' Handblown Triplex Opal Glass Floor Lamp in White for Brokis

H 53.2 in Dm 11 in

Lucie Koldova 'Puro' Hand Blown Smoke Grey Glass Floor Lamp in Black for Brokis

By Brokis, Lucie Koldova

Located in Glendale, CA

- please see our other listings. This listing is for the short 'Puro' floor lamp in smoke grey glass glass

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Lucie Koldova 'Puro' Hand Blown Smoke Grey Glass Floor Lamp in Black for Brokis

H 61 in Dm 11 in

20th Century Gold Italian Brass, Frosted Opaline Glass Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

shades, each of the glass lights are halted by a short brass arm, supported by a long stem, standing on a

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Gold Italian Brass, Frosted Opaline Glass Floor Lamp by Stilnovo

H 75 in Dm 16.5 in

20th Century Italian Alberello Chrome, Opaline Glass Floor Light by Stilnovo

By Stilnovo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

shades, halted by a short perforate chrome arm, supported by a white painted metal stem with the original

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal, Chrome

20th Century Italian Alberello Chrome, Opaline Glass Floor Light by Stilnovo

H 68.25 in Dm 12 in

Customizable STACKED Wooden Floor Lamp no.1, Example shown in Walnut

By Richard Haining

Located in Brooklyn, NY

lamp specific to your space. Do you desire a different wood species? Taller? Or, Shorter? Perhaps a

Category

2010s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Hardwood, Wood, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaimed Wood, ...

Customizable STACKED Wooden Floor Lamp no.1, Example shown in Walnut

H 84.5 in W 18 in D 33 in

Magneto Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, 1956

By H. Fillekes

Located in Dronten, NL

Artiforte in the Netherlands, produced from 1954-1958. This rare lamp was produced for a short period and

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Magneto Floor Lamp by H. Fillekes for Artiforte, 1956

H 59.06 in W 59.06 in D 9.85 in

Large White Krid Lamp By Clémence Seilles

By Stromboli Design

Located in Milan, IT

created an original concept of production in Northern Italy, focusing on a short production cycle within a

Category

2010s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large White Krid Lamp By Clémence Seilles

H 20.48 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Customizable STACKED Wooden Floor Lamp no.2, Example shown in salvaged Mahogany

By Richard Haining

Located in Brooklyn, NY

lamp specific to your space. Do you desire a different wood species? Taller? Or, Shorter? We will work

Category

2010s American Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Cherry, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Softwood, Reclaime...

Customizable STACKED Wooden Floor Lamp no.2, Example shown in salvaged Mahogany

H 67 in W 13 in D 21 in

H. Fillekes model Magneto floor lamp Artiforte The Netherlands 1954

By H. Fillekes

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

a short period (1954 to 1958) so not that many were made. They were hand assembled by a small

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Nickel

H. Fillekes model Magneto floor lamp Artiforte The Netherlands 1954

H 55.12 in W 51.19 in D 9.85 in

Mid-Century Modern White Palmtree Floor Lamp in Perspex by Theo Verhulst, 1982

By Theo Verhulst

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

a warm, soft light. The lamp stands in a very good condition and has only been produced for a short

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern White Palmtree Floor Lamp in Perspex by Theo Verhulst, 1982

H 81.89 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Amorph Helix Table Lamp, Solid Wood, Natural Stained

By Amorph Inc.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

design. Amir Habibabadi is nothing short of a visionary. He developed his perspective and unique

Category

2010s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paint

Amorph Helix Table Lamp, Solid Wood, Natural Stained

H 24 in W 14 in D 14 in

20th Century Swedish Svenskt Tenn Vintage Brass Floor Lamp, Light by Josef Frank

By Svenskt Tenn, Josef Frank

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Svenskt Tenn in good condition. The shade of Scandinavian light is adjustable, flexible halted by a short

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Swedish Svenskt Tenn Vintage Brass Floor Lamp, Light by Josef Frank

H 45.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

Big vintage Italian table lamp in opaline glass, 1970s

By Carlo Nason, Mazzega

Located in Milano, IT

short of stunning! Its big dimensions, perfect conditions and futuristic chromed accents in the base and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome, Steel

Big vintage Italian table lamp in opaline glass, 1970s

H 10.63 in Dm 17.72 in

20th Century Vittoriano Viganò Arteluce Floor Lamps Mod. 1078 in Metal &Aluminum

By Arteluce, Vittoriano Vigano

Located in Turin, Turin

obtaining the qualification to practice the profession, he carries out a short period of apprenticeship at

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

20th Century Vittoriano Viganò Arteluce Floor Lamps Mod. 1078 in Metal &Aluminum

H 63.39 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in

'Bysted Garden Long' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Corten Red

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

a long or short version, and in choice of natural aluminum, black, or corten red. List price

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Bysted Garden Long' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Corten Red

H 21 in Dm 5.2 in

'Bysted Garden Long' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Natural Aluminum

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

. Available in unlimited quantities in a long or short version, and in choice of natural aluminum, black, or

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

'Bysted Garden Long' Outdoor Bollard Light for Louis Poulsen in Natural Aluminum

H 21 in Dm 5.2 in

Sergio Moscheni, Important floor lamp, Selenova production in white marble.

By Sergio Moscheni, Selenova

Located in Milano, IT

nothing short of breathtaking, a harmonious fusion of form and function that transports you to a world of

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Steel

Sergio Moscheni, Important floor lamp, Selenova production in white marble.

H 101.19 in W 13 in D 13 in

Oddysey Suspension Lamp by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

the suspension version, this dynamic product is possible to do longer or shorter depending on the

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Oddysey Suspension Lamp by Memoir Essence

H 70.87 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

Contemporary Terra Cotta Blackened Metal Up / Down Sculptural Floor Lamp

By Sara Schoenberger

Located in New Orleans, LA

. Four shorter rods direct light downward via the reflector, while four taller ones create an ambient

Category

2010s Floor Lamps

Materials

Cement, Aluminum, Steel

Contemporary Terra Cotta Blackened Metal Up / Down Sculptural Floor Lamp

H 74 in Dm 20 in

Italian Murano Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason, 1970s

By Mazzega, Carlo Nason

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

wonderful aesthetic effect! It is a bit shorter than a standard floor lamp so you could also use it as a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian Murano Floor Lamp by Carlo Nason, 1970s

H 29.93 in Dm 11.82 in

Rare Art Deco Period Polished Chromed Torchiere Lamp - Two Available

Located in East Hampton, NY

is the shorter floor lamp at 67.25 inches tall and 18x18 at the top. The Taller floor lamp (shown in

Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Art Deco Period Polished Chromed Torchiere Lamp - Two Available

H 67.25 in W 18 in D 18 in

Rare Large Art Deco Period Polished Chromed Torchiere Lamp - Two Available

Located in East Hampton, NY

individually. This is the taller floor lamp at 71 inches tall and 18x18 at the top. The shorter floor lamp

Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Rare Large Art Deco Period Polished Chromed Torchiere Lamp - Two Available

H 71 in W 18 in D 18 in

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Red

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

shorter 47" version. Price is per item. Available in unlimited quantities in choice of black, red, green

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Red

H 68.9 in Dm 45.3 in

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

By Sammode, Pierre Guariche

Located in Glendale, CA

shorter 47" version. Price is per item. Available in unlimited quantities in choice of black, red, green

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Chalk

H 68.9 in Dm 45.3 in

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

shorter 47" version. Price is per item. Available in unlimited quantities in choice of black, red, green

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in White

H 68.9 in Dm 45.3 in

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

shorter 47" version. Price is per item. Available in unlimited quantities in choice of black, red, green

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Black

H 68.9 in Dm 45.3 in

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green

By Pierre Guariche, Sammode

Located in Glendale, CA

shorter 47" version. Price is per item. Available in unlimited quantities in choice of black, red, green

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Pierre Guariche 'G1' Floor Lamp for Sammode Studio in Green

H 68.9 in Dm 45.3 in

Arne Jacobsen Tall 'AJ Garden' Bollard in Black With Spike for Louis Poulsen

By Arne Jacobsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Glendale, CA

. Available in short or tall version with mounting types of spike (without power), base (without power) and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Arne Jacobsen Tall 'AJ Garden' Bollard in Black With Spike for Louis Poulsen

H 37.6 in W 4.5 in D 9.7 in

Art Deco Lucite Pink & Purple Torch Floor Lamp, 1980

Located in Delray Beach, FL

, White Style: Postmodern Time Period: 1980s Place of origin: USA Dimension: Shorter: 30ʺ W × 30ʺ D × 15ʺ

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Art Deco Lucite Pink & Purple Torch Floor Lamp, 1980

H 68.25 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Amanita Fc23 Floor Lamp by Campana Brothers for Alessi, 2000s

By Campana Brothers

Located in PARIS, FR

piece. It was produced in a limited edition by Alessi, a very short tima it is like new and will be

Category

Early 2000s Italian Floor Lamps

Materials

Rattan

Amanita Fc23 Floor Lamp by Campana Brothers for Alessi, 2000s

H 25.6 in Dm 19.69 in

Protopunk Standing Lamp

By Kiki & Joost, Joost van Bleiswijk

Located in Eindhoven, NL

can be customized in sizes and colors for residential or contract with a short lead time. Please note

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Cut Steel

Protopunk Standing Lamp

H 64.18 in W 46.46 in D 13 in

Anatomy Design 'Awkward Light' Steel and Aluminium Floor Lamp by Karakter

Located in Berlin, DE

. Other measurements: Width (long arm): 155cm, Width (short arm): 82cm, shade diameter: 10cm, height: 11cm.

Category

2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Anatomy Design 'Awkward Light' Steel and Aluminium Floor Lamp by Karakter

H 75.2 in Dm 15.75 in

Smoke / Silver Crystal Glass Floor Lamp Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma

By BOMMA, Dechem Studio

Located in Warsaw, PL

glass quality and detail brought them many awards and world-wide recognition in a surprisingly short

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Smoke / Silver Crystal Glass Floor Lamp Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma

H 63 in Dm 15.75 in

Smoke Grey / Gold Crystal Glass Floor Lamp Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma

By BOMMA, Dechem Studio

Located in Warsaw, PL

short period of time. We now enjoy an exceptional position in the market, as well as countless

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Czech Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Smoke Grey / Gold Crystal Glass Floor Lamp Phenomena by Dechem Studio for Bomma

H 63 in Dm 15.75 in

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Short Floor Lamps For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of short floor lamps is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique short floor lamps was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, aluminum and brass. We have 3 antique and vintage short floor lamps in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Short floor lamps have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of short floor lamps to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Modern and Mid-Century Modern short floor lamps are of considerable interest. Large short floor lamps can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller short floor lamps available at 1stDibs — each spanning 6.25 inches in width — may make for a better choice. There have been many well-made short floor lamps over the years, but those made by Buzao, Christian Flindt and Kartell are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Short Floor Lamps?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,887, while they’re typically $624 on the low end and $7,500 highest priced.

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 Short Floor Lamps

What are floor lamps?
1 Answer
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.
How tall should floor lamps be?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Floor lamps have evolved since their inception as torchères in France. Depending on the space in your home, there are great options for floor lamps for reading that range from mid-century versions to distinctly functional Grasshopper floor lamps and multiple other versions created by well-known designers from around the world.
What is a torchiere floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is a good bright floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.
What is a rotary switch on a floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.
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.
What is the best floor lamp for reading?
1 Answer
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.
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.
What is the best reading floor lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best reading floor lamp is a matter of preference. Your lamp should be at eye level with an adjustable head and neck. It should also be a good fit with respect to the shape of the living room, the décor and furniture style. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage floor lamps.
What are the parts of a floor lamp called?
1 Answer
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.
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.
Is the Flos Arco floor lamp adjustable?
1 Answer
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.
What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
1 Answer
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.
How do I assemble a Noguchi paper lantern floor lamp?
1 Answer
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.

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