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 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 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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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

Industrial Factory Ceiling Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

$280Sale Price / item|31% Off

H 13.78 in Dm 8.67 in

Industrial Factory Ceiling Light, Czechoslovakia 1950s

Located in Zohor, SK

This is a great find, as this light combines the elegance of a light with the industrial charm of the factory light. Original labels still attached. This light has a steel base in gr...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,000

H 7.09 in Dm 6.3 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Ceiling lamp with surface decorated shade in glass and porcelain base. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in very good vintage con...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Porcelain, Blown Glass

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$800

H 7.49 in Dm 5.91 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling lamp with surface decorated shade in glass and porcelain base. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in very good ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Porcelain, Blown Glass

Midcentury Flushmount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$800

H 7.49 in Dm 6.7 in

Midcentury Flushmount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling lamp with shade in blown glass with surface decoration and porcelain base. Designed and made in Norway, circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in ver...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Porcelain, Blown Glass

Scandinavian Mid Century Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,500 / set

H 9.85 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid Century Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Modernist ceiling light with a lacquered metal stem and a decorated form-pressed glass shade.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Rare Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s

$6,419

H 41.74 in Dm 21.26 in

Rare Swedish Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare Swedish ceiling light with grey lacquered metal shades with beautiful patina. Diameter: 54 cm.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,600

H 8.27 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Functionalist Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

This wonderful and rare flush mount ceiling light exemplifies Scandinavian mid-century design from the 1950s, a movement that aimed to blend exquisite craftsmanship with industrial p...

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,700

H 5.52 in Dm 10.24 in

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The light is fully working and in good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Idman Chandelier / Pendant Ceiling Light, Finland, 1950s

$6,725

H 23.63 in Dm 19.69 in

Idman Chandelier / Pendant Ceiling Light, Finland, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Gunnel Nyman, Mauri Almari

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Chandelier / Pendant Ceiling Light by Idman, Finland, 1950s. Good vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

$1,700

H 6.7 in Dm 11.82 in

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The light is fully working and in good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,700

H 8.27 in Dm 9.45 in

Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with hand-painted glass shade and brass metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Light, 1950s

$14,005

H 47.25 in Dm 20.48 in

Rare Hans-Agne Jakobsson Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare and early seven-armed pendant in brass and opaline glass shades. Produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, late 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950's Parabolic Grey Vitreous Enamel Factory Ceiling Light by Thorlux

$443 / item

H 13 in Dm 13.98 in

1950's Parabolic Grey Vitreous Enamel Factory Ceiling Light by Thorlux

By Thorlux

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

These original Thorlux industrial pendants were reclaimed from an electrical substation in the Northwest of England, a region long associated with Britain’s manufacturing backbone. E...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

French 1950's Large Scale Wall or Ceiling Light by Lunel

$6,500

H 34 in W 5 in D 18.5 in

French 1950's Large Scale Wall or Ceiling Light by Lunel

By Arlus

Located in Hanover, MA

Another addition to our collection of what we call "elbow form" wall or ceiling mounted fixtures by Lunel Lumiere, France 1950's. This one is notable for its dark walnut embelli...

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,400

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Flush mount ceiling light by Idman, Finland, 1950s

$5,835

H 9.06 in Dm 31.5 in

Flush mount ceiling light by Idman, Finland, 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Large Scandinavian modern flush mount ceiling light produced by Idman, Finland, during the 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Large Swedish Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$9,337

H 3.94 in Dm 34.65 in

Large Swedish Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Produced in Sweden, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Fabric

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 8.27 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century 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 Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful 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 Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.49 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century 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 Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century 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 Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,400

H 7.49 in Dm 7.49 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 8.27 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 7.88 in Dm 6.3 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 7.49 in Dm 5.91 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 6.7 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 8.67 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 7.88 in Dm 7.49 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 7.49 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 7.49 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600

H 8.67 in Dm 9.85 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.49 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

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

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 7.49 in Dm 7.09 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

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

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

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

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,200

H 8.27 in Dm 8.27 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

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

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Vintage Porcelain Ceiling Light with Milk Glass , 1950s

$208

H 7.88 in Dm 5.12 in

Vintage Porcelain Ceiling Light with Milk Glass , 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Milk Glass

Vintage Porcelain Ceiling Light with Milk Glass , 1950s

$175

H 8.67 in Dm 5.52 in

Vintage Porcelain Ceiling Light with Milk Glass , 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Porcelain, Milk Glass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. Perfectly scaled for entryways, hallways, or restrooms, this ceiling light offers a warm, diffused glow and an authentic and war...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,650

H 9.85 in Dm 11.03 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,650

H 10.24 in Dm 9.45 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,500

H 8.27 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,500

H 8.67 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Sweden from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage co...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,300

H 8.27 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Beautiful and well-preserved flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintage...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,500

H 8.27 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Beautiful and well-preserved flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Designed and made in Norway from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good vintag...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400

H 7.88 in Dm 8.27 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and organic 1950s flush mount ceiling light. A beautiful and subtle example of Scandinavian mid-century design, where clean aesthetics and everyday practicality were combin...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,500

H 8.27 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400 / item

H 7.88 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Designed and made in Norway from ca 1950s first half. The ceiling light provides a warm, diffused glow and an authentic presence.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,600 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 10.24 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the 1950s first half. The ceiling light has a cream-colored glass shade that is decorated with delicate hand-painted floral ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,600 / item

H 7.88 in Dm 7.88 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the 1950s first half. The fixture features a brass base and an organically shaped glass shade with surface decoration. The l...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,600 / item

H 8.67 in Dm 8.27 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling fixture from the 1950s first half. The ceiling light has a cream-colored glass shade that is accented with hand-painted floral motifs in ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,500

H 8.67 in Dm 8.27 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

A beautiful ceiling light fixture from the 1950s, first half.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,650

H 7.49 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

A beautiful and well-preserved flush mount ceiling fixture from the early 1950s. Made during a time when Scandinavian designers began focusing on accessible and quality industrial de...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,650

H 8.27 in Dm 7.49 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and refined ceiling light from the 1950s, first half. This flush-mount ceiling fixture beautifully captures the understated elegance of the functionalist design era.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,600

H 8.27 in Dm 6.7 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Beautiful and striking flush mount ceiling light that dates to the 1950s, and features a beautifully hand-painted glass shade with geometric ornamentation.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400 / item

H 7.88 in Dm 9.85 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with hand-decorated glass shade and brass metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,650

H 8.67 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and organic ceiling light from the 1950s first half. A charming example of Nordic design’s golden era, where form and function merged seamlessly.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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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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