Pair of Midcentury Bent Karlby ‘Attributed’ Brass Ceiling Lamps, Denmark, 1950s

The best thing about hanging ceiling lights - besides their stylish look - is that they are a great option to make interiors appear more spacious. They can be used to concentrate lig...

At its most basic level, Mid-Century Modern designs are known for juxtaposing sleek lines with comfortable, inviting shapes, using new materials and methods to re-imagine traditional...

At its most basic level, Mid-Century Modern designs are known for juxtaposing sleek lines with organic shapes, using new materials and methods to reimagine traditional pieces. Materi...

Mid-Century Modern lamps are still coveted pieces thanks to their atmospheric light and disciplined, functionalist design that is not short of unique decorative elements. Not only does this one-of-a-kind model possess most of the best characteristics and Material combinations of the era, its decorative elements are also more distinctive compared to other models. This uniquely decorated ceiling lamp was designed in an era in which Europe saw the birth of many of its most iconic lighting models. It was a period of consistency, excellence, and sophistication design wise. Despite its age, this ceiling light has a hint of Art Deco in its design, with sinuous lines and pronounced decorative elements. The brass frame features two arms with defined curves that hold two glass shades. Each one has a tall cylindrical shape framed by brass rings on both ends. The opal glass with its milky texture is the perfect backdrop for the decorative crosses...

The best thing about hanging ceiling lights - besides their stylish look - is that they are the best option to make interiors appear more spacious. They can be used them to concentrate light, or to just add an accent to the room. This lamp’s design revolves around the clear glass sphere. Glass is the perfect material for light shades as it allows light to pass through it. This means that glass light shades offer almost as much illumination as a bare light bulb. The result is bright and vibrant light, and this is exactly what this model offers. The design’s main point is its effective simpleness, free of any unnecessary detail. The uncluttered look leaves the attention on the materials and on functionality that the form is also in service of. As such, the canopy, the rod, and the shade holder are all quite understated, accentuating the glass shade instead. The pairing of glass and brass is perhaps the most iconic material duo in mid-century modern European lighting...

The Swedish company ASEA has been around since the early 1900s, and are known for producing high-quality lighting fixtures for residential and commercial spaces. ASEA often collabora...

Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late 1950s. The light consists of white lacquered shade with vertical perforations to the edge ...

A brass, red-lacquered and opaline glass chandelier designed by Bent Karlby and produced by Lyfa, Denmark, 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27” H x 24” Diameter Bulb Specificati...

Pair of pendants in glass and patinated brass designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa. Made in Denmark, circa 1955, Great original condition.  

Danish ceiling light designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa, Denmark and manufactured in the late 1950s. The light consists of a large red lacquered shade with perforated hearts to the edg...

Pendant in glass and patinated brass designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa. Made in Denmark, circa 1955, Great original condition.  

Pendant in glass and patinated brass designed by Bent Karlby for Lyfa. Made in Denmark, circa 1955, Great original condition.