Lamp is handcrafted by skilled artisans in Colombia in a remote village from Raquira
Floor lamp has a frame made from guadua
Double-face lamp has a polyester and silk shade
Features a top and bottom shade
Good ventilation between the fabric and the bulb
Measures 13 inches long x 13 inches wide x 68 inches tall
Assembly required.
Story Behind the Art:
Artisans Orlando Paez and Mari Del Pilar Martinez create these beautiful lamps out of Raquira, Colombia. Guadua is a strong and resistant natural material from Quindio. The Guadua must be cut once a month before five in the morning in the waning moon, because that's when the water inside goes to the bottom and it's at its driest point. The fabric has been chosen for its flexibility, durability, non-shrinkage and easiness to wash, as well as the pyramid shape being a symbol for universal energy. There are 30 total artisans that help create these lamps.
With the money collected from the Worldstock orders Orlando has been able to send his daughter to school to continue her studies as well as English courses.
The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
Average Customer Rating:
4.3 out of 5
116 of 130 (89%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
FEATURED REVIEW
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
lamp,November 19, 2009
By tfpupfrom Farmingdale, NJ
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"I look for unique lamps and this one tops them all. The lighting is just perfect to offset the room.I chuckled when I saw the rudimentary "how to" instructions, but once you read them, it was easy to put together. Though i was afraid at first to stretch the wood - I can see now how strong it really is.....still be gentle but don't be afraid to stretch it a bit. This lamp is absolutely a beautiful accessory."
Review 2 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
hard to put together,November 17, 2009
By paughefrom Michigan
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
2
out of 5
Workmanship:
3
out of 5
"You definately need two people (and all four hands) to put this lamp together. It looks great and provides ample lighting. The craftmanship is good."
Review 3 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Such a Statement Piece,November 15, 2009
By funshopperfrom Charlotte, NC
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"Bought this to put in our Great Room along a wall that I hung a BIG Wall Art piece on, that I also bought from Overstock. The Lamp looks fantastic! We have Med. Linen colored walls and Dark Brown Leather Sofas and it looks very awesome in the room. Gives off just the right amount of light we needed in the bigger room! Love Love Love it!"
Review 4 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent,November 14, 2009
By madearhuntfrom Maryland
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
2
out of 5
Workmanship:
4
out of 5
"UNique lamp, a conversation piece, workmanship excellent."
Review 5 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
AMAZING SERVICE,November 13, 2009
By barack007from Birmingham, AL
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"I cant begin to tell you how happy I am with this purchase. From start to finish Overstock.com exceeded my expectations. And they are wicked HIGH. This lamp has everything that was described and more. It was up and lighted in less than 5 minutes. I am telling all my friends about how you find amazing deals here.Buy with confidence and excitement. you will get a quality product , that is shipped quickly."
Review 6 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Sioux Floor Lamp,November 11, 2009
By rapotempafrom Orland Park, IL
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
4
out of 5
Workmanship:
4
out of 5
"The style of the lamp is quite different from your standard floor lamp. It complements the livingroom quite well, expecially with the new bamboo floors. A nice feature that should be added is separate switching for top and bottom lamps. I would recommend this fixture to others!"
Review 7 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
1
out of 5
Fracture!!!,November 6, 2009
By moshtari
Value:
1
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
1
out of 5
Workmanship:
1
out of 5
"I bought this item , and receive it soon. It was dirty and very hard to assemble, but beautiful. After one week it fractured from all wooden parts, and I returned to the overstock and they gave me credit for that.I do NOT recommend it to anyone."
Review 8 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Presense is remarkable,November 6, 2009
By AccessoryFreakfrom East Coast
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
4
out of 5
"I absolutely love this lamp! The wood is much darker on the one that I received, which is great for me because it matches my dark hardwood floors. It took me a total of ten minutes to assemble. Easy instructions. You just pull out the parts that are already corded, slide the brackets open and stretch the fabric in between the bracket and frame. The fabric is washable, so any dirt can be easily removed. It has all the charm of handcrafted items. I put this one in my asian-themed living room, but am thinking of getting another one for the sitting area in the master bedroom. I just love the look, it is unlike anything you get in stores."
Review 9 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Awesome!,October 24, 2009
By kushagrafrom Columbus,OH
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"Good deal for the price.Easy to assemble and beautiful in appearance."
Review 10 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Such a great look!,October 8, 2009
By larainslofrom Central Coast, CA
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
3
out of 5
"I agree with some of the other reviews on the problems with the electrical connection - I had to return the first one I received. Having said that - the 2nd one has worked fine - I've had it for about 8 months now, and I LOVE this lamp!!! It is so unique, and so interesting looking - but not gaudy, and certainly not cheap looking. The wood is a nice dark color, the fabric stays clean, it stands straight upright and looks great with fine or casual furniture. I have used it in my living room and I get complements on it every time a new person comes over. It is a GREAT purchase!"
Review 11 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Lovely/Unique lamp,June 19, 2009
By esliltefrom MD
Value:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
3
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"I received the lamp in a timely manner from Overstock. The hand crafted workmanship was well done. The instructions to put it together was too basic and a little hard to comprehend, under traditional cirucumstances, but was simple enough in the end. It is a hand crafted piece so that should also be taken into consideration. Love the lamp in my living room and the atmosphere it creates. Would definintely buy another one. Thanks!"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 12 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
A Work of Art,June 18, 2009
By JDB777from Albuquerque, NM
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"Wow do I love this lamp! It is not only a wonderful and unusual work of art but also a conversation piece. It is sturdy and provides a bright yet not overpowering light to my room and I love that it has both an upper light and a lower light. I keep the description about the 9 Columbian artists who make the lamp and how the special wood is "cut by the waning moon" nearby so I can share it with guests who enjoy the uniqueness of this lamp."
Review 13 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Love this floor lamp!!,June 6, 2009
By chickiechuckles
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"This lamp is very impressive when lighted. It is rugged looking but the fabric shades tone down that ruggedness and gives it a classic feel. It would look good in many different decors. Mine looks great with my dark brown leather sofas in my eclectic living room. I would certainly recommend this lamp for someone looking for a rugged lamp. Workmanship and design are very good."
Review 14 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
columbian lamp,May 28, 2009
By nastachafrom Overland Park, KS
Value:
3
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"love it. it wasn't hard to put together and required no tools."
Review 15 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Satisfied!,May 12, 2009
By mskitty3230from rio grande valley, tx
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"i love this lamp......the challenge of putting it together took all of 15 mins tops for me....i was in a hurry and rushed to do it but it was a snap!!!!! spots?.....stains?......too tiny to matter, i got bulbs in on the first attempt!.... i put it in the corner and it fits perfectly.....the size is what i expected and the style...true to the picture! i have only had it a week so if the wood splits, won't know for awhile.......but i am very happy with it!!!!!"
Review 16 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Absolutely Love it!!!!!!!,May 10, 2009
By Africanafrom Minneapolis
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
4
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"I have an afri-centric theme in my living room and this piece just fits in with the rest of the pieces I have collected from Africa. It is a natural. I am very satisfied and all my friends who see it love it!!"
Review 17 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
love it,May 7, 2009
By akinafrom nj
"i have been eyeing this lamp for abt 2 years now and i finally bought it. Its great!!!It looks very elegant in my living room and compliments my contemporary decor. i would definitely reccommend it to anyone. There were a few black smudges on the cloth of my lamp as well but like everyone else said, nothing that cannot be cleaned. It is definitely very unique."
Review 18 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Original look,May 5, 2009
By DBaafrom WI
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
4
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"I like the lamp, instructions are a little poor (on photo copy paper) I did not realize the switch was on the cord, so you need to reach to the floor to turn on. I added a toggle switch and wired it so the bottom lamp or both can be on."
Review 19 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Beautiful Lamp!,April 29, 2009
By Puddles33from Pittsburgh, PA
Value:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
5
out of 5
"The lamp arrived the other evening and the box looked smaller than I imagined the product. Once I pulled it out of the box I was instantly impressed. The lamp is very uniquely crafted and easy to assemble. I assembled it myself in less than 15 minutes. The product did not come with bulbs, I'm currently using energy saver bulbs and they're working perfectly. I thought the lamp may have various settings, but there is only one. Very bright-maybe it's just my bulbs? Overall-I absolutely LOVE THE LAMP! It looks stunning in my living room. The fabric did have a few black smudges on them, but nothing that couldn't be cleaned off-they're hardly noticeable. I highly recommend this lamp!!"
Review 20 for Double Face Sioux Floor Lamp (Colombia)
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Unusual floor lamp,April 25, 2009
By OnlineOSshopperfrom Southern California
Value:
3
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
Ease of Assembly:
5
out of 5
Workmanship:
4
out of 5
"I like the unique look of this lamp and have gotten several comments on how great looking it is. What I don't like is at the top you can see the unfinished inside of the wood frame and the shiny silver nut that holds the cross support. Painting these dark brown is on my "to do" list."
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