What is a flush ceiling light?

A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.

What are the lights called that are in the ceiling?

The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.

What is ceiling mounted light?

A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.

What is the best lighting for low ceilings?

The best lighting depends on your space and style. It’s best to have multiple sources of light at different heights to ensure uniform illumination. With low ceilings, the ceilings should be painted white for a highly reflective surface. Flush mount lighting fixtures or a ceiling fan with a light is good for low ceilings. Shop a range of antique and vintage lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.

What is a flush mount ceiling light?

As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.

What are those circle ceiling lights called?

Circle ceiling lights are called recessed light fixtures. In most spaces, they provide ambient light by focusing illumination down onto the room below. Shop a range of ceiling lights from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best lighting for a kitchen ceiling?

The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.

What watches were popular in 1950s?

Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.

What was the clothing style in the 1950s?

The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.

Were pearls popular in the 1950s?

Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is 1950s furniture called?

1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.

How much was a Chanel bag in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.

What were the popular diamond cuts in the 1950s?

There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.

What is the 1950s furniture style called?

The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.

What diamond cuts were popular in the 1950s?

In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Which artist became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s?

Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

1950s Ceiling Light

Stilnovo Ceiling

Flush Mount Ceiling Lighting

Midcentury Modern Outdoor Lighting

Lumi Italy

White Flush Mount Light

Lumi Milano

White Porcelain Wall Lights

Outdoor Wall Sconces

1950s Ceiling Light Attributed to Pierre Guariche for Maison Arlus

$1,984

H 4.93 in Dm 18.12 in

1950s Ceiling Light Attributed to Pierre Guariche for Maison Arlus

By Pierre Guariche, Arlus, Pierre Disderot

Located in London, GB

Large unusual flush mount from the 1950s attributed to Pierre Guariche and produced by Maison Arlus. The shade frame is white perforated metal surrounded by a copper ring with a fros...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

beautiful 1950s mid century 3-light PENDANT LIGHT brass metal plastic

$477

H 21.66 in W 13.78 in D 13.78 in

beautiful 1950s mid century 3-light PENDANT LIGHT brass metal plastic

Located in Mannheim, DE

Very beautiful 1950s ceiling light. Curved brass frame with 3 arms.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Textured Glass and Brass Ceiling Light

$880Sale Price|20% Off

H 3.55 in Dm 17.72 in

Italian Mid-Century Textured Glass and Brass Ceiling Light

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

A refined example of mid-century Italian lighting design, this 1950s ceiling light features a richly textured glass diffuser mounted on a warm-toned brass and wood structure.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1950s Murano Clear Glass Chandelier Chrome Stem White Structure by AVMazzega

$6,520

H 39.38 in Dm 27.56 in

1950s Murano Clear Glass Chandelier Chrome Stem White Structure by AVMazzega

By AVMazzega

Located in London, GB

An Elegant 1950s ceiling light Italian design made in Murano island part of the Venetian archipelagos.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1950’s Italian Gilt Leaf Fern Ceiling Light

$2,548

H 7.88 in Dm 21.66 in

1950’s Italian Gilt Leaf Fern Ceiling Light

Located in Hastings, GB

Beautifully crafted gilt ceiling or flush mount light, dating to the 1950’s, Italian and modelled as delicate branches of fern, the gold leaf gilding is bright and brilliant, with fo...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's

$2,353

H 4.93 in Dm 10.24 in

Seguso Murano Flush mount Ceiling Light, Italy circa 1950's

By Seguso

Located in London, Fitzrovia

Seguso Murano Flush mount ceiling light, Italy circa 1950's. Really nice waxy glass.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Smaller Scale Vintage Wicker Fish Ceiling Light France 1950's

$1,876

H 29.14 in W 14.18 in D 5.52 in

Smaller Scale Vintage Wicker Fish Ceiling Light France 1950's

By Mario Lopez Torres

Located in Hastings, GB

Superb mid century wicker fish ceiling light, French, 1950's Due to their nature these original ceiling lights are incredibly rare to find from this period and especially in such goo...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Belle Époque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

1950's Italian Swage Tapered Brass Tubes Ceiling Light

$4,600

H 15 in Dm 12 in

1950's Italian Swage Tapered Brass Tubes Ceiling Light

By Gio Ponti

Located in Hanover, MA

Very rare 1950's Italian ceiling flush mount light fixture attributed to Gio Ponti.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Stilnovo Ceiling Light, 1950s

$2,567

H 29.53 in Dm 7.09 in

Stilnovo Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Vienna, AT

Rare Stilnovo ceiling light or lantern with a long satin glass diffuser, bright red acrylic shade and brass hardware from the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

ceiling light cascade 3 opalines, 1950’s Italy

$4,435

H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in

ceiling light cascade 3 opalines, 1950’s Italy

Located in Brussels, BE

This cascade suspension features three Italian opaline glass, each measuring 30 cm in height excluding the cable. The opalines create a soft, diffused light. The height of the cabl...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100 / item

H 8.27 in Dm 8.27 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 8.47 in Dm 7.49 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-painted surface decoration and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 7.88 in Dm 7.49 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,500

H 16.54 in Dm 8.27 in

Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with a clear glass shade on a steel wire frame and chrome stem.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100 / item

H 8.27 in Dm 8.27 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,500

H 21.66 in Dm 7.09 in

Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with a clear glass shade on a steel wire frame and chrome stem.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Swedish Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

$900

H 21.26 in Dm 8.67 in

Swedish Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling lamp with a shade in frosted glass. Most likely designed and made in Sweden by Borens from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in e...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1950s Atomic Ceiling Mounted Light

$396Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.5 in Dm 17 in

1950s Atomic Ceiling Mounted Light

By Gill Glass & Fixture Co

Located in Hanover, MA

Original vintage ceiling mounted fixture perfect for entrance hall made by Gill Glass & Fixture Co of Philadelphia. Etched glass cylinder between two solid brass rings within a steel...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.09 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light, with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$980

H 7.49 in Dm 5.91 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with shade in hand painted glass with embossed surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,300

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Sculptural and decorative ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Industrial Blue Enamel Ceiling Light, 1950s

$208

H 4.34 in Dm 9.85 in

Industrial Blue Enamel Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Vintage industrial enamel ceiling lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Iron

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Industrial Factory Ceiling Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

$345Sale Price|35% Off

H 11.82 in Dm 11.82 in

Industrial Factory Ceiling Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

Located in Zohor, SK

Beautiful factory ceiling light produced in Czechoslovakia in 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,280

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with embossed glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with embossed multicolored glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with embossed and multicolored glass shade, with a base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 8.67 in Dm 7.49 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200 / item

H 7.49 in Dm 5.91 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.49 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 5.52 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,800

H 11.42 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with copper cup, shades in painted steel, and opaline glass cupola.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200 / item

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade, and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 8.27 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and porcelain base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$900

H 8.27 in Dm 5.12 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$900

H 8.27 in Dm 4.73 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with decorated glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200 / item

H 7.88 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light in yellow glass with embossed surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200 / item

H 7.49 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s, Enameled Glass

$2,100

H 21.66 in Dm 14.97 in

Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s, Enameled Glass

By Hans Bergström

Located in Vienna, AT

Charming Swedish ceiling light from the 1950s in classic colors of black, gold and white.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Steel

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.49 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 9.45 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$900

H 7.09 in Dm 7.49 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with painted surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with embossed pink glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,000 / item

H 7.09 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Industrial Ceiling Spotlight Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

$280Sale Price|50% Off

H 21.66 in Dm 5.52 in

Industrial Ceiling Spotlight Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

Located in Zohor, SK

Beautiful industrial ceiling light. Produced in Czechoslovakia in 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Zinc

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,100

H 8.27 in Dm 7.09 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 6.3 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-decorated surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$980

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with shade in hand-painted glass with embossed surface and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,100

H 7.09 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with hand-painted surface decoration and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Functionalist Flushmount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$800

H 6.7 in Dm 5.91 in

Scandinavian Functionalist Flushmount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light with decorated opaline glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Danish Ceiling Light, Fog & Mørup, 1950s

$1,213Sale Price|30% Off

H 55.12 in Dm 15.75 in

Danish Ceiling Light, Fog & Mørup, 1950s

By Fog & Mørup

Located in Bochum, NRW

Ceiling Light. Designed and manufactured in Denmark, at Fog & Mørup, 1960s Scandinavian design classic from Fog and Morup. attributed to Jo Hammerborg. Light wear is consistent...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Metal

Recent Sales

Stilnovo 1950.s Ceiling light

Unavailable

Dm 19.69 in

Stilnovo 1950.s Ceiling light

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Ceiling Light -coloured glass pendent with variable lenght

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

1950s Stilnovo Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 35.44 in Dm 27.56 in

1950s Stilnovo Ceiling Light

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

An elegant and original 1950's ceiling light , this piece is in the original conditions .

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Unavailable

H 7.88 in Dm 11.03 in

Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Notting Hill, GB

A 1950s ceiling light with brass frame and ivory silk fringes, by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for Markaryd in Sweden.

Category

20th Century Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950's Sputnik Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 31.5 in Dm 22.05 in

1950's Sputnik Ceiling Light

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

1950's Sputnik Ceiling Light

Category

Vintage 1950s British Chandeliers and Pendants

1950's brass and glass ceiling light

Unavailable

H 31.5 in Dm 23.63 in

1950's brass and glass ceiling light

Located in London, GB

1950's brass and glass ceiling light

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Design Ceiling Light, 1950s

Unavailable

H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in

Italian Design Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in London, GB

Italian design ceiling light, 1950s. Blown glass components hanging and chains on a brushed steel structure, circular structure.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

1950's Amazing 16 arms Ceiling Light- Attributed to Arredoluce

Unavailable

H 31.5 in Dm 37.41 in

1950's Amazing 16 arms Ceiling Light- Attributed to Arredoluce

By Arredoluce

Located in London, GB

Amazing Ceiling light in brass and lacquered metal, 16 arms ., fantastic quality

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Ceiling Light with Light Tubes KARL, 1950s

Unavailable

H 32.68 in Dm 47.25 in

Ceiling Light with Light Tubes KARL, 1950s

Located in Zurich, Zurich

Restored & Revised: Rare 1950s ceiling lamp KARL, polished brass, 6 wide fluorescent tubes for bright, soft light, economical, 6x 18W, all ballasts replaced, all tubes (827 warm whit...

Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Danish 1950's Trio Opaque Glass & Teak Pendant Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 14.57 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Mid Century Danish 1950's Trio Opaque Glass & Teak Pendant Ceiling Light

By Jo Hammerborg

Located in Blackpool, GB

Striking Danish Trio Pendant Ceiling Light with cylindrical shades which have opaque white glass shades with clear glass detail. The shades are supported by a teak frame trimmed ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Teak

1950s Stilnovo Seven-Pendant Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 66.93 in Dm 15.75 in

1950s Stilnovo Seven-Pendant Ceiling Light

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Long ceiling light with seven opal glasses diffusers and brass fixture

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Brass

Elegant Late 1950s Cristal Art Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 31.5 in Dm 15.75 in

Elegant Late 1950s Cristal Art Ceiling Light

By Cristal Arte

Located in London, GB

Ceiling light by crystal Art, triangular sheets of light amber glass forming a diamond shape.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Big Opal Glass Sphere Ceiling Light, Hungary, 1950s

Unavailable

H 50.4 in Dm 11.82 in

Bauhaus Big Opal Glass Sphere Ceiling Light, Hungary, 1950s

Located in BUDAPEST, HU

The lights came from a building company shut down in 1989, Budapest, Hungary. This ceiling light has been completely rewired for safety. The light bulb socket is E 27 porcelain and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Hungarian Bauhaus Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Wall / Ceiling Light Gran Primavera Gold, 1950s

Unavailable

H 3.94 in W 30.32 in D 0.04 in

Large Wall / Ceiling Light Gran Primavera Gold, 1950s

Located in Zurich, Zurich

Restored: 20-bulb large wall / ceiling light Gran Primavera Gold, 1950s, metal socket cones in light blue and vanilla, polished brass rod, golden base (spots in the image are reflect...

Category

Vintage 1950s More Lighting

Materials

Metal

Stunning Late 1950s Brass Ceiling Light by Lumi Milano

Unavailable

H 39.38 in Dm 31.5 in

Stunning Late 1950s Brass Ceiling Light by Lumi Milano

By Lumi

Located in London, GB

Rare large eighteen lights ceiling lamp in brass. This ceiling light is 150 cm long with the rod.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare 1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Glass and Brass Sunburst Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 8 in Dm 20 in

Rare 1950s Gerald Thurston for Lightolier Glass and Brass Sunburst Ceiling Light

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This rare and super dramatic light was designed by Gerald Thurston for Lightolier and still retains the original label as well as an etched number. In amazing condition, with no chip...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Late 1950s Small Ceiling Light in the Style of Fontana Arte

Unavailable

H 41.34 in Dm 13.78 in

Late 1950s Small Ceiling Light in the Style of Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in London, GB

Small but elegant ceiling light in curved glass and brass with reminiscent of the the lines of Fontana Arte Original conditions, the metal parts can be polished

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Pallone LS2, Ceiling Light by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Milano

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H 14.97 in Dm 11.03 in

1950s Pallone LS2, Ceiling Light by Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, Milano

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in London, GB

Early version of the ceiling lamp model "Pallone LS2" with structure in polished brass, spherical lampshade frosted glass on the inner surface. Production Azucena, Milano, 1952.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Glass Ceiling Light by Eva Renée Nele Bode for Temde (1950s)

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H 21.66 in Dm 19.69 in

Mid-Century Glass Ceiling Light by Eva Renée Nele Bode for Temde (1950s)

By Temde Leuchten, E. R. Nele

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

EVA RENÈE NELE BODE CEILING LIGHT Ceiling Light 1950´s By Eva Renée Nele Bode, with nine glass globes on a golden mount.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italian Orange Ceiling Light in the Manner of Angelo Lelli, Arredoluce, 1950s

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H 10 in Dm 33 in

Italian Orange Ceiling Light in the Manner of Angelo Lelli, Arredoluce, 1950s

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Catania, IT

This midcentury ceiling lamp was designed in the style of Angelo Lelli for Arredoluce. It features sixteen lights and is made from heavy brass and lacquered aluminum. Great manufactu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

1950s Italian Murano Corroso Art Glass Ceiling Light by Seguso for Veronese

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H 27.56 in Dm 23.63 in

1950s Italian Murano Corroso Art Glass Ceiling Light by Seguso for Veronese

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Italian opalescent Murano Corroso art glass bowl light by Seguso for Veronese, circa 1950. Mint condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Orrefors Chandelier by Lyfa/Orrefors, 1950s, Large Crystal & Brass Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 24.81 in Dm 20.48 in

Orrefors Chandelier by Lyfa/Orrefors, 1950s, Large Crystal & Brass Ceiling Light

By Orrefors, Lyfa, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Frederiksberg, DK

Orrefors chandelier by Lyfa/Orrefors in the late 1950s, most likely designed by Carl Fagerlund, who is famous, and celebrated, for his amazing crystal lights - Scandinavian midcentur...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Copper and Black Pendant by Voss in the 1950s, Danish Midcentury Ceiling Light

Unavailable

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

Copper and Black Pendant by Voss in the 1950s, Danish Midcentury Ceiling Light

By Voss

Located in Frederiksberg, DK

Copper and black pendant by VOSS in the 1950s - extremely rare opal glass lamp with copper and black lacquered shades. This charming beauty is comprised of an opal glass core on w...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Copper

X-Large French Mid-Century Sunburst Chandelier with 14 White Satin Glasses 1950s

Unavailable

H 20.08 in Dm 31.5 in

X-Large French Mid-Century Sunburst Chandelier with 14 White Satin Glasses 1950s

By Arlus

Located in Hamburg, DE

We offer here an exclusive, timeless modern and oversize Sputnik or Tulip chandelier with almost 31.5 inches diameter, from France, 1950s. The vintage ceiling light has 14 glass - fu...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Danish early 1950’s ceiling light

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H 27.56 in Dm 16.93 in

Danish early 1950’s ceiling light

Located in London, GB

Early 1950’s red enamel and aluminium Danish ceiling pendant light.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Scandinavian pierced metal 1950’s ceiling light

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H 12.21 in Dm 12.21 in

Scandinavian pierced metal 1950’s ceiling light

Located in London, GB

A beautiful gilt metal pierced Scandinavian design ceiling pendant.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Ceiling Light

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H 19.69 in Dm 15.75 in

1950s Ceiling Light

Located in Antwerp, BE

Three arms brass ceiling fixture. Diameter 40 cm. Height 50 cm. Three bayonet fittings.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Ceiling Light by Bergboms

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H 11.82 in Dm 15.75 in

1950s Ceiling Light by Bergboms

By Bergboms

Located in Hägersten, SE

1960s ceiling light produced by Swedish company Bergboms. Polished brass with white lacquered inside and original plastic diffuser. New fabric electric chord. Very good original cond...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare 1950s Ceiling Light by Bengt Hjerting

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H 17.72 in Dm 11.82 in

Rare 1950s Ceiling Light by Bengt Hjerting

By Lyfa, Bengt Hjerting

Located in Hägersten, SE

Rare ceiling light designed by Bengt Hjerting. Produced in Denmark during the 1950s by Lyfa.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Three armed 1950’s red, black, yellow ceiling light.

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H 24.02 in Dm 23.23 in

Three armed 1950’s red, black, yellow ceiling light.

By Bernard Schottlander

Located in London, GB

A fabulous red, black and yellow 1950’s ceiling light. Original paint colour to the shades.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Italy 1950's Ceiling Lights

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H 6.5 in Dm 11 in

Italy 1950's Ceiling Lights

Located in New York, NY

ITALY, 1950's Ceiling light "Diamond cut" cast glass, brass mounts Four available, finished in polished brass or nickel 11 Ø x 6.5 H Rewired for use in the U.S.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Ceiling Light with Diamond Cut Glass

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H 6.5 in Dm 11.5 in

Ceiling Light with Diamond Cut Glass

Located in New York, NY

ITALY, 1950's Ceiling light "Diamond cut" cast glass, brass mounts Multiples available, finished in nickel or polished brass 11 Ø x 6.5 H Rewired for use in the U.S.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

1950s Pendant Light

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H 39.38 in Dm 17.72 in L 39.38 in

1950s Pendant Light

Located in Antwerp, BE

Elegant 1950s ceiling light, Belgium. Measures: Diameter 45 cm.

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Wood

Triangle Ceiling Light Attributed to Fontana Arte

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H 10 in W 18.5 in D 20.5 in

Triangle Ceiling Light Attributed to Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte

Located in New York, NY

Early 1950s ceiling light attributed to Fontana Arte based on the high quality pearl glass and brass details at each tip.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950's Crystal Ceiling Light Fixture

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H 11.5 in Dm 19 in

1950's Crystal Ceiling Light Fixture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1950's crystal ceiling light fixture

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Crystal

1950's Italian Dome Ceiling Light

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H 26 in Dm 22.25 in

1950's Italian Dome Ceiling Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning dome ceiling light from Italy, 1950's. Painted metal dome shade with beautiful brass detailing looping around the circumference of the dome.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950's Gold Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light

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H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 2.37 in

1950's Gold Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light

Located in Hastings, GB

1950s’ Spanish gilt iron sunburst ceiling light An incredible gilt over iron Spanish sunburst, featuring two lampholders sitting behind the opaque glass This is a truly wonder...

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Baroque Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron

Large 1950’s sunburst ceiling light/plafonnier

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H 6.3 in Dm 28.35 in

Large 1950’s sunburst ceiling light/plafonnier

Located in London, GB

Fabulous large 1960’a gilded iron sunburst ceiling light. Spanish. Normal wear and tear conducive to its age. Rust marks and some gilt loss but otherwise nicely patinated. Sold rewir...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold, Iron

1950's French Glass Ceiling Light

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H 16.54 in Dm 17.72 in

1950's French Glass Ceiling Light

Located in London, GB

A pink and patterned glass ceiling light with brass stem and ceiling fitting and 3 original brass bulb holders. Made in France circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950's Lightolier Oversize Flush Mount Ceiling Light

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Dm 21.5 in

1950's Lightolier Oversize Flush Mount Ceiling Light

By Lightolier

Located in Hanover, MA

Another well executed vintage design from Lightolier with extra large curved clear glass bowl with enameled geometric design then an inner smaller white opaque satin glass diffusor w...

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Vintage 1950s American Flush Mount

Fontana Arte Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy 1950's

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H 5 in Dm 18 in

Fontana Arte Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy 1950's

By Fontana Arte

Located in New York, NY

Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture by Fontana Arte. Designed and manufactured in Italy, circa 1950's. Glass, metal, brass. Rewired for U.S. We recommend two E27w 60W maximum bulbs. Bulbs no...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Sunburst Brutalist Spanish Ceiling Light 1950’s Gold

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H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 7.09 in

Sunburst Brutalist Spanish Ceiling Light 1950’s Gold

Located in Hastings, GB

An outstanding gilt iron sunburst ceiling light, dating to the 1950’s, Spanish. The hammered dimpled central dome surrounded by slender, elegant rays.

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Brutalist Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French 1950's Wall or Ceiling Light by Arlus

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H 24 in W 15.5 in D 7 in

French 1950's Wall or Ceiling Light by Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Hanover, MA

From Maison Arlus, France comes another fabulous creation…a hub cluster with multiple textures and materials; brass, steel, aluminum, walnut. Four satin glass orbs each cover a singl...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Scandinavian Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 37.21 in Dm 19.69 in

Scandinavian Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

An exceptional and rare three-armed chandelier on a chromed steel frame with shades in opaline glass. The lamp is from the early 1950s when the 'funkis/functionalist' movement inspir...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Stilnovo Ceiling Light, 1950s

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W 23.63 in

Stilnovo Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in London, GB

Etched frosted glass and white pendant with brass fittings. Signed Stilnovo. Extendable length of drop.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light, 1950’s

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H 10.63 in W 10.63 in L 10.63 in

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light, 1950’s

Located in Praha, CZ

Made in Czechoslovakia Made of milk glass, bakelite, metal 1x100W,E27 or E26 socket Re-polished Fully functional Original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Decorative Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 13.39 in Dm 8.27 in

Decorative Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light on a chromed stem and shade in glass.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 6.3 in Dm 6.3 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling light with custom blown glass shade and base in porcelain.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 27.96 in Dm 7.68 in

Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling lamp in decorated opaline glass shade. Most likely designed and made in Sweden from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in very goo...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

French 1950's 6 Light Wall or Ceiling Light by Arlus

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H 18.5 in W 46 in D 5 in

French 1950's 6 Light Wall or Ceiling Light by Arlus

By Arlus

Located in Hanover, MA

From Maison Arlus, France comes another fabulous creation in the form of an asymmetrical star…a six light hub cluster with multiple textures and materials; brass, steel, aluminum, wa...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

1950s Lunel Ceiling Light

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H 31.5 in Dm 7.88 in

1950s Lunel Ceiling Light

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

1950s brass and glass opaline ceiling light by the French Maison Lunel.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Barovier & Toso Ceiling Light 1950s

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H 9.45 in Dm 23.63 in

Barovier & Toso Ceiling Light 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Munich, DE

Elegant Murano glass flowers flush mount with gold leaf inclusions, painted steel, painted metal. Produced by Barovier & Toso, Italy 1950s. It seems that one flower is missing, but ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Nautical Compass Rose Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 4 in W 12.75 in D 12.75 in

Nautical Compass Rose Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Savannah, GA

A nautical compass rose ceiling light, 1950s. 12 ¾ inches wide by 4 inches tall

Category

20th Century Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

Vintage Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 7.49 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Vintage Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Praha, CZ

- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of plastic, glass - Fully functional - Re-polished - Good, original condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Curved Glass Petal Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 45.28 in Dm 15.75 in

Curved Glass Petal Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Bresso, Lombardy

Curved glass petal ceiling light, 1950s. Made from brass, painted metal and three curved glass petals.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

ASEA Five-Light Ceiling Lamp, 1950s

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H 22.84 in Dm 20.08 in

ASEA Five-Light Ceiling Lamp, 1950s

By ASEA

Located in Uppsala, SE

Five-light ceiling lamp manufactured by ASEA in the 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Norwegian Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

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H 20.48 in Dm 14.18 in

Norwegian Functionalist Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

By Høvik Verk

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light in opaline glass. Designed and made in Norway by Høvik Verk from circa 1950s first half.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s

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H 8.67 in Dm 14.18 in

Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in Vienna, AT

German brass and glass ceiling light from the 1950s. A broad ring of brass with two rows of pierced holes holds a curved white glass diffuser.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

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By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...

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2010s British Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Brass, Bronze

LU 3 Ceiling Light

$5,100 / item

H 11 in Dm 44 in

LU 3 Ceiling Light

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

LU 3 Ceiling Fixture is an all perforated brass ceiling fixture inspired by classical mid century Italian design. This stunning fixture has 3 beautifully fabricated perforated brass ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

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Brass

2025 Huge Brass Concave Convex 5 Lights Uplighter Pendant

$2,995 / item

H 25 in W 30 in D 30 in

2025 Huge Brass Concave Convex 5 Lights Uplighter Pendant

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier, Gino Sarfatti

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Concave and convex Brass pendant Uplighter with 5 lights . Disc are hand spun with prime quality brass . Solid sturdy hardware and construction . Diameter 30” Lower disc diamet...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Brass

modern pendant light in massive brass and lacquered metal vintage style 60s

$5,252 / item

H 34.26 in Dm 21.26 in

modern pendant light in massive brass and lacquered metal vintage style 60s

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

This chandelier is composed of a solid brass dome, a large beige lacquered central shade and a fixing bar with a patinated solid brass bell. We recommend three E14 LED bulbs for this...

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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1950s Ceiling Light For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1950s ceiling light you’re looking for. Each 1950s ceiling light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are many kinds of the 1950s ceiling light you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1950s ceiling light made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made 1950s ceiling light has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Stilnovo, Barovier&Toso and Paavo Tynell are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s Ceiling Light?

A 1950s ceiling light can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,826, while the lowest priced sells for $121 and the highest can go for as much as $45,729.

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The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

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