Brutalist Sunburst Light Fixture with Nails Details, Gilt Iron and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mini sized sunburst light fixture / flush mount, gilt iron, milk glass, gold leaf. Spain, 1950s Brutalist spanish gilt iron sunburst ceiling light with nails ornamentation topped by ...
Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron
Swedish Modern Ceiling Lamp in Etched Star-Decorated Glass and Chrome, Sweden
Located in Hammarö, SE
There is something almost celestial about this Swedish Modern ceiling lamp from the 1940s. At first glance, the design appears restrained: a broad circular glass shade suspended ben...
Chrome
Bjerkås Armatur Ceiling Lamp, Model 401 (1252), Documented in the 1943 Catalogue
Located in Hammarö, SE
An exceptional and highly decorative Swedish Modern ceiling lamp by Bjerkås Armatur, model 401 (1252), manufactured in Gothenburg during the 1940s. This impressive fixture is documen...
Wrought Iron
Pair of Spanish Colonial Pendants / Light Fixtures in Carved Wood & Amber Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of handcarved pine wood ring ceiling light fixtures with amber glass globe lampshades. Spain, 1940-1950. This pair of ceiling light pendant lamps have an eye-catching constructi...
Glass, Wood, Pine
Joe 700 Ceiling Lamp minimal, 20th century modern handmade by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This classic, tailored, double ceiling lamp, inspired by old Hollywood and menswear is reminiscent of the 1940s and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Its clean shape is the perfect ...
Brass
$12,000 / item
Pair of Beaded Crystal Light Fixtures, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1940s French beaded crystal flush semi flush mounted ceiling fixtures. Sold individually. Six interiors lights. Sold individually. Measurements: Drop 13" Diamete...
Bronze
Neoclassical Foliage Sunburst Crown Light Fixture / Chandelier in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Triple Layered Foliage Crown Shaped Ceiling Light Fixture / Pendant, Spain, 1940s. This flush mount features three layers of leaves hand-crafted in gilt iron surrounding a central fr...
Iron, Gold Leaf, Metal
French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Nail Design small sunburst flush mount light fixture, gilt wrought iron, milk glass, France, 1940s-1950s.
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brutalist Ceiling Sunburst Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass __________________________________________________________________________ Nail Design sunburst flush mount, gilt...
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Guillerme et Chambron Flushmount
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare ceiling light by Guillerme et Chambron - France, 1940's. Beautiful hand painted ceramic socket with dark oak frame Rewired with new single linen shade.
Ceramic, Linen, Oak
Murano Glass Peach Globe Pendant Chandelier in the Style of Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa, Venini
Located in Milan, IT
Italian Murano glass ceiling pendant lamp executed in the style of Carlo Scarpa, featuring a spherical hand-blown glass shade with an all-over molded optic pattern. The softly tinted...
Chrome
1940s French Crystal Ceiling Flush Mount, Maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in Palermo, PA
A beautiful flush mount light featuring delicate clear Murano glass flowers arranged on a metal base. The fixture itself is French, attributed to Maison Baguès who were known for the...
Metal
Swedish Modern Flush Mount Ceiling Light with Hand-Painted Glass, 1940s
Located in Hammarö, SE
Swedish Modern flush mount ceiling light from the 1940s, featuring a softly patterned glass shade with warm yellow decoration.
Brass
$364Sale Price|20% Off
Chrome Bauhaus flush mount/ceiling light or Wall Lamp, 1940s - Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s, Czechoislovakia - original condition,refreshed,polished - US compatible - one bulb any wattage possible - newly wired jr
Chrome
Satin Fabric Large Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Satin Fabric Large Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Satin
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Ceramic Base, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Ceramic, Glass
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Porcelain Base, 1940s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Porcelain Base, 1940s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.
Porcelain, Glass
Exceptional Italian Art Deco Copper and Glass Flush Mount Ceiling, 1940s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Exceptional Italian Art Deco Copper and Glass Flush Mount Ceiling, 1940s, Italy Very elegant and Minimalist ceiling lamp.
Copper
Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount by Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Crystal glass flush mount ceiling light by Carl Fagerlund, in thick quality with scalloped edges and a watered look. Brass ceiling cup and decorative details.
Brass
Commissioned Paavo Tynell Flush Mount, Perforated Brass & Glass, Taito 1940s
By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and exceptionally rare ceiling lamp designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito, dating from the late 1940s to early 1950s. The piece features its original mouth-b...
Metal, Brass
Large Italian Murano Glass Flush Mounted Light Fixture
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940's Italian murano glass ceiling fixture with three interior lights. Measurements: Diameter: 26" Drop: 10".
Murano Glass, Blown Glass
1940s Foliage Floral Chandelier / Ceiling Light in Gilt Wrought Iron, Six Lights
Located in Barcelona, ES
It will be a gorgeous decorative statement to preside a main room, living room or entry hall. It can be placed flush mounted removing the chain and the canopy.
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
$10,284Sale Price|20% Off
Huge Sunburst Pendant Light Fixture in Carved Giltwood, Spain 1940s, 90 cm
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spain, 1940s Extra Large size: 35,43 in // 90 cm diameter One of a kind carved giltwood sunburst chandelier or ceiling flush mount light fixture in the style of Baroque.
Iron, Gold Leaf
Pair of French Beaded Crystal Flush Mount Chandeliers with Bronze Frames, circa
Located in Perkasie, PA
Suggested 1stDibs Keywords French flush mount chandelier, beaded crystal chandelier, bronze ceiling light, pair of flush mounts, vintage French lighting, crystal flush mount, 1940s c...
Crystal, Brass
Pair of Art Deco Bronze Flush-Mount Fixtures, style Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...
Bronze
Stunning Flush Mount in Glass, Silk & Brass, Attr. Gunnel Nyman, Idman 1950s
By Gunnel Nyman, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A Stunning Mid-Century Finnish Ceiling Light Attributed to Gunnel Nyman for Idman, 1940s–1950s This exquisite ceiling fixture features a delicate glass shade enveloped by a soft sil...
Metal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mount 9068 in Black & White, Idman 1950s
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell`s lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in a few different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill an...
Metal
Paavo Tynell Round Starry Sky Flush Mount 9069, Burgundy Red, Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes and shapes. This is the round model number 9069/...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Round Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9069, Burgundy, Idman 1950s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes and shapes. This pair is the round model number ...
Metal, Brass
Large Art Deco Paavo Tynell Flush Mount Model 1621, Rimmed Glass, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant minimalist art deco ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito from the 1930s. This lamp, along with other lamps on our listings, came from the Ilveslinna buil...
Brass
Art Deco Paavo Tynell Sizable Flush Mount Model 1621, Beige Glass, Taito 1930s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
An elegant minimalist art deco ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito from the 1930s. This lamp, along with other lamps on our listings, came from the Ilveslinna buil...
Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts Model 9068, Yellow & White, Idman
By Idman, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Metal
$8,136Sale Price|20% Off
Large Hand Forged Iron Chandelier / Light Fixture, Silver Leaf Finish, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Hand Forged Iron Scale Law Design Chandelier, Iron, Silver Leaf, Spain, 1950s. Rare find One of a kind ceiling pendant lamp or chandelier in wrought iron finished in silver leaf gild...
Iron, Silver Leaf, Metal, Wrought Iron
Pair Of Paavo Tynell "Starry Sky" Flush Mounts 9068 In Red, & White Idman 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
A pair of beautiful Paavo Tynell mid size starry sky ceiling lamps in Red and white. Each has a two light source. The lamps are in very good condition and repainted in white and red....
Metal
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 In Black & Brass, Idman 1960s
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Paavo Tynell Starry Sky Flush Mounts 9068 in Brass & White, Idman 1960s
By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
The Starry Sky is one of the most iconic designs of Paavo Tynell's lamps. It was made by both Taito and Idman in many different sizes. The way the light filters through the grill and...
Metal, Brass
Large Pair of Paavo Tynell Flush Mounts in Brass & Glass, Model 3353 Taito 1950s
By Taito, Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, FI
An extremely rare and huge in size, pair of ceiling pendants designed by Paavo Tynell and manufactured by Taito in Finland in the 1950s. Nicely patinated brass combined with opal gla...
Brass
French Sunburst Nail Design Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Glass, Brutalist
Located in Barcelona, ES
Brutalist Nails Sunburst Light Fixture // Nail Design Gilt Iron Ceiling Light // French Brutalist Gilt Iron Flush Mount
Iron, Gold Leaf
$5,713Sale Price|20% Off
French Art Deco Five-Light Sunburst Chandelier in Bronze with Glass Globes
Located in Barcelona, ES
This unique ceiling light fixture will add a luxury accent to a main room or entry hall placed at flush mount or hanging from a chain as a pendant.
Metal, Bronze
$3,473Sale Price|20% Off
Spanish Hollywood Regency Pineapple Pendant Light or Lantern in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Foliage Pendant Light, Gilt Iron, Gold Leaf Eye-catching hand-hammered gilt iron lantern with foliage pineapple shaped design, Spain, 1940s-1950s.
Wrought Iron, Metal, Gold Leaf, Iron
Scandinavian Modern Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Cane by Hans Bergström, 1950s
By Hans Bergström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This very rare ceiling lamp, also functioning as a flush mount, was designed by Hans Bergström and produced by Ateljé Lyktan in Åhus, Sweden.
Brass
Pair of French Sunburst Light Fixtures with Nail Accents, Milk Glass, Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of Brutalist Ceiling Sunburst Light Fixtures in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass France, 1940s-1950s.
Gold Leaf, Iron
Antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures can help you create inviting, ambient lighting in your space, and who doesn’t want that?
While electric light bulbs were a huge improvement over gas and oil lamps for lighting our homes, we still had much work to do in order to arrive at the broad range of table lamps, pendants, sconces and other fixtures that are available today.
Lighting technology and design improved substantially over time. Engaging engineers, scientists, architects and designers alike, the field of lighting became a major proving ground for state-of-the-art materials like plastics, inventive new mechanisms and emotionally resonant styles that included the ethereal (Isamu Noguchi’s Akari light sculpture), the whimsical (Gino Sarfatti’s 2109 ceiling light and Sputnik chandelier) and the eclectically postmodern (the Toio floor lamp crafted by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni). Eventually, flush mount light fixtures became a practical option for home lighting.
Flush mount lighting fixtures are among the most convenient ways to light a small room with a low ceiling. These structures sit directly against the ceiling’s surface and cast light downward, illuminating a large area and defining the room. Semi-flush mount lighting fixtures hang several inches from the ceiling. They also produce ambient light but can be a little more decorative and lean toward the style of chandeliers.
Flush mount lighting is versatile. Larger fixtures distribute more ambient light across the center of the room, while smaller flush mount fixtures are best for accent or task lighting. The main drawback of flush mount fixtures is that they don’t make a strong statement. You can remedy this by strategically arranging decorative accents that flourish in soft lighting.
Lighting is an essential part of any interior design project. Often, having the right light fixture is key to creating an attractive, radiant room. Ample lighting paired with enticing design creates an elevated, inviting atmosphere, helping to set the desired mood. Selecting the right lighting for your home, however, isn’t merely about creating an especially bright bedroom or a moody dining room. There are many different kinds of fixtures and illumination to consider, with flush mount lighting fixtures among them.
Make a statement with a<a href=/furniture/lighting/flush-mount-ceiling-lights/material/metal/ target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> metal flush mount lighting fixture — a copper or chrome fixture can prove dazzling in your living room. Art Deco flush mount lighting fixtures, with their geometrical shapes and unique detailing in crystal, glass and brass, will go toward creating a cohesive look amid your collection of authentic Art Deco era posters and other wall decor.
Hollywood Regency fixtures — defined by a flamboyant design style for which we credit decorator Dorothy Draper — can introduce glamour and glitz to your living room with their mirrored finishes and complex floral motifs.
Explore a collection of antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures on 1stDibs to see what style best suits your space.
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