Two of Four Stilnovo Midcentury Modern Blue Pendant Lights, 1950s, Italy
About the Item
- Creator:Stilnovo (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 61 in (154.94 cm)Diameter: 11.8 in (29.98 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Biebergemund, DE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3114316143041
Stilnovo
Though Bruno Gatta founded Stilnovo way back in 1946, it is still one of the most instantly recognizable names in lighting. Gatta (1904–76) began his business in Milan, and, like many European creatives designing furniture and decor in the wake of World War II, he leaned toward the new wave of mass-market and streamlined styles. In fact, Stilnovo loosely translates to “new style” in Italian, and vintage Stilnovo chandeliers, floor lamps and other lighting have endured as a practical choice for those looking to bring innovative and forward-thinking design into their homes.
Soon after Stilnovo was established, Gatta’s lighting fixtures were applauded throughout Europe for their novel industrial materials as well as their unique yet functional shapes. Italy during the mid-20th century was completely revolutionary, and Bruno Gatta and Stilnovo’s head designer, Angelo Gaetano Sciolari, helped shape the era.
When the 1960s arrived, Stilnovo was experiencing such a boom that the company opened a new production plant in Lainate. One of the brand’s most famous pieces, Giovanni Luigi Gorgoni’s quirky 1965 Buonanotte spherical table lamp, became a best seller.
Gatta partnered with some of the most well-known names in design, including Ettore Sottsass, Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, Joe Colombo and Gae Aulenti. Sottsass’s pieces for Stilnovo, including the 1977 Valigia four-legged table lamp, the 1968 Lampros chandelier and Manifesto ceiling light, and the Castiglionis’ 1957 Saliscendi pendant light fixtures are some of the brand’s most recognizable to date. In 1978, De Pas, D’Urbino and Lomazzi designed the Fante lamp with an adjustable reflector that playfully recalls a broad-brimmed hat.
Stilnovo’s designs, including Danilo and Corrado Aroldi’s flexible Periscope table lamp, were featured in the 1972 exhibition “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape” at the Museum of Modern Art. While Stilnovo continued to operate with new designer collaborations after Gatta’s death, it closed its doors in 1988.
Italian art director Massimo Anselmi acquired the company in 2012 and rereleased several of Stilnovo’s most celebrated pieces. Then in 2019, lighting giant Linea Light Group purchased Stilnovo and relaunched its classic designs with contemporary touches like LED lighting systems.
Find vintage Stilnovo chandeliers and pendants, wall lights, table lamps and other fixtures and furniture on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Biebergemund, Germany
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Midcentury Stilnovo Lantern Brass & Red Lacquered Shade, 1950s, ItalyBy StilnovoLocated in Biebergemund, HessenBeautiful Mid-Century Modern lantern manufactured by Stilnovo in 1950s. This lamp is a striking appearance in any room. Due to the sublime combination of opal glass, brass and red wrinkle lacquered shade...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
MaterialsOpal, Brass
- Huge Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Murano Ice Glass Petals Pendant Lamp, 1970s, AustriaBy J.T. KalmarLocated in Biebergemund, HessenBeautiful hand blown Mid-Century Modern pendant light made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1970s. It's featuring three huge thick Murano textured ice glasses and chrome hardware. The lamp is ...Category
Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Two Midcentury J.T. Kalmar Brass & Textured Glass Pendant Lights, 1960s, AustriaBy J.T. KalmarLocated in Biebergemund, HessenBeautiful high quality midcentury pendant lamp by J.T. Kalmar from 1960s, Vienna. This lamp is a striking appearance in any room. Due to the sublime combination of hand blown texture...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lanterns
MaterialsBrass
- Pair of Midcentury Rupert Nikoll Brass Nightstand Table Lamps, 1950s, AustriaBy J.T. Kalmar, Rupert NikollLocated in Biebergemund, HessenPair of elegant Rupert Nikoll polished brass nightstand or table lamps. Made of curved brass tube. Fully working rewired and tested condition with lovely patina. One Edison E27 sock...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsBrass
- Space Age Chrome and Brushed Alloy UFO Pendant Lamp, 1970s, ItalyBy Arne JacobsenLocated in Biebergemund, HessenBeautiful Italian Space Age UFO ceiling lamp. Chromed metal and brushed alloy with white interior. Fully working and tested condition with six E27 Ed...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsAluminum, Chrome
- Rupert Nikoll Pair Midcentury Brass Nightstand Table Lamps, 1950s, AustriaBy Rupert NikollLocated in Biebergemund, HessenElegant pair of Rupert Nikoll solid brass bed-side or nightstand lamps. The lamps are in excellent condition. Fully working rewired and tested conditio...Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsBrass
- Stilnovo Murano Glass Italian Chandelier with three Pendant Lights, 1950sBy StilnovoLocated in Roma, ITAmazing Murano glass Italian chandelier with three pendant lights. This wonderful piece was produced by Stilnovo in Italy during the the1950s. The three lights have a 18 centimete...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Two Stilnovo Pendant LightsBy StilnovoLocated in Antwerp, BEThis ceiling light for Stilnovo was designed by De Pas, D Urbino and Lomazzi in 1971.Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal
- Vintage Chandelier Four Arms in the Style of Stilnovo, Italian, 1950sBy StilnovoLocated in Verviers, BEFour arms chandelier in the style of Stilnovo. Photography fails to capture the simple elegant illumination provided by this lamp. In excellent condition and in full working order....Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- Stilnovo Vintage Chandelier, Mid-Century Modern, 12 Lights, Made in Italy, 1950sBy StilnovoLocated in Odense, DKSuch a magnificent rare large chandelier in metal with opaline glass. Made by Stilnovo in Italy shortly after World War II. This chandelier is made with fine decadent details inspire...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Brass
- Stilnovo Opal Glass, Brass and Blue Metal Pendant Lamp, Italian Lighting 1950sBy StilnovoLocated in Roma, ITStunning Mid-Century pendant lamp in opal glass and blue enameled metal. This incredibly elegant pendant was designed by Stilnovo in Italy during the 1950s. The round lines are the ...Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsMetal, Iron, Brass
- Vintage brass chandelier, Stilnovo Italy, 1950sBy StilnovoLocated in Ceglie Messapica, ITA unique vintage Stilnovo chandelier in pure mid century style. The chandelier, manufactured in Italy in the mid-1950s by iconic Stilnovo company, is made of six brass arms and six frosted glass lampshades...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass, Iron
