RING A DING DING
This one strikes a jazzy note that might’ve sounded just right in a room where Frank Sinatra lounged with his Rat Pack. Take a look at the lovely circle details on finial and pull, echoed by the top of the tripod. Perfect in black-tie black with gold accents.
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Cost: $395
Jonathan Adler, 676 N. Wabash Ave., 312-274-9920; jonathanadler.com
WOOD YOU?
We would–grab up this lanky beauty of a lamp in a second. In fact, our contemplation of its modern-yet-rustic appeal is bordering on obsession. What’s to love? The French wax finish, the minimal hardware, the suggestion of something old in something so new. Sigh.
Cost: $315
circalighting.com
HIGH LIGHT
See how low — or high — you can go with this adjustable number. Just don’t get hung up on the number of legs; those were adjusted, too, making this a tripod for the numerically challenged.
Cost: $149
West Elm, 2155 W. 22nd St., Oak Brook, 630-368-3591; westelm.com
SURVEY SAYS
This is the classic model, based on the industrial tripod used by land surveyors yet slicked up with a shiny silver finish. Dress it up or dress it down, matching it with a casual living room or a more serious den.
Cost: $795
Williams-Sonoma Home, wshome.com
UP TO THERE
The delicate brushed nickel legs on this CB2 version just keep on going, and going, until they’re topped by an oversize linen drum shade. No hardware on view here — it’s minimal, for maximum statement.
Cost: $149
3757 N. Lincoln Ave., 773-755-3900; 800 W. North Ave., 312-787-8329; cb2.com
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