torchiere
A torchiere is a type of floor lamp whose shade or bowl is oriented to reflect most of the light upward toward the ceiling, creating indirect ambient illumination. The term derives from torcia, the Italian word for torch, and the lamp is named for its torch-like column and upward glow.
Design features include a tall, slender stand with a reflector or shade at the top. The shade
In use, torchiere lamps provide diffuse ambient light that can brighten a room without harsh shadows. They
Common materials include metal, glass, ceramic, and wood finishes. Some models integrate a small downward-reading fixture
Historically, torchiere lamps became popular in the mid-20th century as a source of ambient lighting. Later