Nova Rancho Mirage 75"H Chairside Arc Lamp in Matte Black Silver shade, Satin Nickel body, photo 1

Brooklyn 1923 → Venice Beach today

Nova of California

The arc lamp people. Nova has been shaping lamps and fixtures for over a century, and the sweeping, sculptural forms still make a room look finished. Browse them here, then tell us what you are lighting.

1923Founded
172Styles
3–5Business days to ship
1 yrLimited warranty

Find your Nova

Six ways in. Each page lets you switch finish and shade without losing your place.

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From Brooklyn to the beach

Four moments in a long story.

1923The company opens in Brooklyn, New York.
1956Mel Moskowitz moves the business west to California.
1970Peter Morelli, design director, is called the “King of Arc Lamps”.
NowDesigned in Venice Beach, California.

What you get from us

Real dimensions, not guesses

Reach, height and base footprint are on every page, because the right arc lamp is a measuring-tape job.

Only real options

If Nova does not make a finish combination, you will not see it as a choice.

Trade welcome

Designers and builders can ask us about project pricing and lead times.

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Nova made its name on arc lamps, and the story goes back a century. The company started in Brooklyn in 1923, moved to California in 1956 under Mel Moskowitz, and today designs from Venice Beach.

Here you will find the full range: arcs, floor and table lamps, pendants, flush mounts, sconces and mirrors. Not sure where to begin? Try LED or incandescent, finishes explained and materials behind the lamp.

Quick answers

Who is behind Nova lighting?

Nova is a California lighting company with roots going back to Brooklyn in 1923. Peter Morelli, its design director, became known as the King of Arc Lamps.

How do I pick an arc lamp for over a sofa?

Measure the distance from the base to where the light should hang, then compare it with the reach and height listed on each product page.

Can I choose my finish and shade?

Yes, within the combinations Nova makes. Our finishes guide explains how each one looks and wears.

Are Nova lamps dimmable?

Many are, and the product page says so. Check the bulb type before you add a dimmer.

How long until it ships?

Nova orders ship in 3 to 5 business days.