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

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

$1,700

H 8.27 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian 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

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

$1,500

H 8.27 in Dm 5.91 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

A beautiful example of nordic design, this flush-mount ceiling light from the 1950s reflects the Scandinavian vision of combining form, function, and accessibility.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

$7,024

H 31.89 in Dm 14.57 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Glass Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Milan, IT

Splendid Archimede Seguso geometric-shaped murano glass ceiling lamp. Italy 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

$1,400

H 10.63 in Dm 8.67 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

$1,600

H 7.09 in Dm 6.7 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful flush mount ceiling light featuring a hand-painted glass shade with a stylized floral and abstract motif in warm tones of amber, orange, and chocolate brown, delicately arr...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,650

H 8.67 in Dm 6.7 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

This 1950s flush-mount fixture is a beautiful and subtle example of Scandinavian design during the functionalist and mid-century movements, when clean aesthetics and everyday practic...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,200

H 7.88 in Dm 9.06 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light in with a opaline glass shade and base in brass base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Bud Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Bronze, Spain 1950s

$2,165

H 4.34 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in

Bud Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Bronze, Spain 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Single Light Flower Bud Ceiling Light Fixture / Wall Light, Bronze Spain, 1950s A beautiful Hollywood Regency gilt bronze floral flush mount or wall sconce.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

Sculptural Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, Scandinavia, 1950s

$4,400

H 32.29 in W 17.33 in D 16.15 in

Sculptural Brass and Glass Ceiling Light, Scandinavia, 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Dimensions: 17.32 in W x 16.14 in D x 32.28 in H 44 cm W x 41 cm D x 82 cm H Shipping: This ceiling light will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you wil...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Scandinavian Ceiling Light, Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s

$2,839

H 47.25 in Dm 21.66 in

Vintage Scandinavian Ceiling Light, Alf Svensson, Sweden, 1950s

By Bergboms, Alf Svensson

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant ceiling lamp with three lamp shades set at different heights, designed by Alf Svensson. Brass ceiling cup, metal shades lacquered red, grey and black. Shades perforated with ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,300

H 8.27 in Dm 6.3 in

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative flush mount ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,400

H 9.45 in Dm 9.06 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 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 Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass

Rupert nikoll ceiling light vienna around 1950s

$1,638

H 7.09 in Dm 23.23 in

Rupert nikoll ceiling light vienna around 1950s

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Wien, Au

Rupert nikoll ceiling light vienna around 1950s Brass polished and stove enameled The bulbs are not included ( they are only for the photoshooting )

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Midcentury 1950s Italian Brass and Glass Ceiling Light

$669

H 35.04 in W 9.45 in D 5.91 in

Midcentury 1950s Italian Brass and Glass Ceiling Light

Located in London, London

Hanging ceiling light Four lights either side of glass Brass fixtures Thick rectangular glass Italian 1950s.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

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

$1,500

H 7.49 in Dm 8.27 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 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 Scandinavia from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good v...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,500

H 7.49 in Dm 9.06 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,500

H 8.67 in Dm 8.67 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 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 Scandinavia from cirka 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in good v...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1950s Stilnovo Hexagonal Flush Mount Ceiling Light Model 1183

$7,900

H 4 in W 18.5 in D 17.25 in

1950s Stilnovo Hexagonal Flush Mount Ceiling Light Model 1183

By Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

1950s Stilnovo hexagonal flush mount ceiling light with off-white enameled metal structure, textured glass diffuser framed in brass rim with brass mount.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

$32,194

H 58.27 in Dm 21.26 in

Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant brass ceiling light by Paavo Tynell, with a long stem that can be customized in length. Dome formed shade with a pattern of small holes that let the light out in a subtle way...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Functionalist of Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,500 / set

H 8.27 in Dm 10.24 in

Functionalist of Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

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

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400 / item

H 8.27 in Dm 6.3 in

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful, decorative, and rare ceiling light in opaline glass with chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,700

H 8.67 in Dm 6.7 in

Outdoor Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Norway, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful flush mount ceiling lamp with shade in blown glass and frame in painted steel. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working and in g...

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

$9,658

H 55.12 in Dm 17.72 in

Midcentury Modern Ceiling Light by Paavo Tynell, Finland, 1950s

By Taito Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Elegant white lacquered brass ceiling lamp by Paavo Tynell, with a streamlined shade perforated with small holes. The underside of the lamp has a glass shade that covers the light so...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,400

H 7.29 in Dm 7.64 in

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful, decorative and rare ceiling light in opaline glass with brass metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

$1,300

H 6.11 in Dm 6.3 in

Norwegian Functionalist Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s, UL-ready

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative, and rare ceiling light with sculptural glass shade and chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Lamperti Ceiling Pendant Light, Italy, 1950s

$2,700

H 38 in W 22 in D 11 in

Mid-Century Modern Lamperti Ceiling Pendant Light, Italy, 1950s

By Lamperti

Located in Long Island City, NY

Ceiling pendant by Lamperti. Designed and made in Italy in 1950s. Glass, enameled metal, brass. Takes 3 candelabra bulbs. Complimentary US rewiring upon request. Overall drop (height...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Stilnovo Ceiling Pendant Light, Opaline Glass & Brass, 1950s Italy

$9,700

H 48 in Dm 28.5 in

Stilnovo Ceiling Pendant Light, Opaline Glass & Brass, 1950s Italy

By Stilnovo

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stilnovo ceiling pendant with three lights. Elegant fixture with three delicately shaped glass bells made with opaline glass. Brass ring and textured glass diffuser at the bottom of ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Exceptional Baroque Carved Wood Ceiling or Wall Light, Tyrol, 1950s

$1,627

H 4.34 in Dm 19.69 in

Exceptional Baroque Carved Wood Ceiling or Wall Light, Tyrol, 1950s

Located in Hannover, DE

Here is a refined **US English 1stDibs-style listing**, elegant and sales-oriented: --- **Exceptional Baroque Carved Wood Ceiling or Wall Light, Tyrol, 1950s** This remarkable lig...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Flush Mount

Materials

Fir, Pine

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light with Milk Glass, 1950s

$174 / item

H 4.34 in Dm 8.67 in

Industrial Bakelite Wall or Ceiling Light with Milk Glass, 1950s

Located in Kojetice, CZ

Industrial wall or ceiling lamp made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Paavo Tynell "80119" Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s

$2,475

H 9.26 in Dm 9.85 in

Paavo Tynell "80119" Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s

By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Utrecht, NL

In the 1950s, he designed a number of iconic lamps that are still sought after today, including this rare milk glass ceiling lamp with the model number “80119”.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Milk Glass

Large French Vintage Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount, 1950s

$4,097

H 5.12 in Dm 22.84 in

Large French Vintage Wall Ceiling Light Flush Mount, 1950s

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Berlin, DE

Wonderful midcentury flush mount attributed to Mathieu Matégot. France, 1950s. Perforated, enameled metal shield with brass and lucite. Lamp sockets: 4.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Ceiling Light by Hans Bergström, Swedish Design, 1950s

$15,570

H 57.88 in Dm 14.97 in

Midcentury Ceiling Light by Hans Bergström, Swedish Design, 1950s

By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Amazing, unique ceiling lamp with multiple shades in different colors by Hans Bergström. Six shades in red, yellow, blue, black grey and dusty green, whose cords are gathered by bras...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brutalist Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light, Gilt Metal Floral Rays, 1950s

$2,809

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 5.91 in

Brutalist Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light, Gilt Metal Floral Rays, 1950s

By Ferro Art

Located in BARCELONA, ES

A striking and large decorative sunburst flush mount light fixture from Spain by Ferro Arte dating from the 1950s. Crafted from hand-worked iron and finished in richly textured gold ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Sunburst Triple Layered Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

$3,454Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.34 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in

Sunburst Triple Layered Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Brutalist gilt iron and glass sunburst flush mount ceiling lamp with pointed leaves frame. France, 1950s.

Category

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

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

1950s Brass, Metal, and Opaline Glass Hanging Ceiling Light, Sweden

$2,600

H 13.5 in W 12 in D 4.5 in

1950s Brass, Metal, and Opaline Glass Hanging Ceiling Light, Sweden

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A wonderful ceiling light or pendant from Sweden circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French Mid-Century Pendant Ceiling Light, Glass & Brass, 1950s Design

$2,700

H 29.53 in Dm 6.7 in

French Mid-Century Pendant Ceiling Light, Glass & Brass, 1950s Design

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Mid-Century Pendant Ceiling Light, France, 1950s. Glass & Brass.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light, Brass & Metal, 1950s

$1,600

H 19.3 in Dm 13 in

French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light, Brass & Metal, 1950s

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Elegant French vintage Mid-Century Modern ceiling light, produced in France in the 1950s. This sculptural fixture is crafted from metal, synthetic material, and brass, reflecting th...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Ceiling Light by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Hala, 1950's

$2,329

H 33.47 in Dm 21.66 in

Mid Century Ceiling Light by H. Th. J. A. Busquet for Hala, 1950's

By Hala Zeist, Herman Theodoor Jan Anthoin Busquet

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice and typical Dutch 1950s ceiling lamp designed by H. Busquet for Hala Zeist, Holland 1955. This nicely shaped ceiling lamp has a large black lacquered reflector dish wit...

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Foliage Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

$3,209

H 6.3 in Dm 18.12 in

Foliage Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching french sunburst leaves flush mount in gilt metal, 1950s. This leafed sunburst ceiling light fixture has a beautiful construction with large leaves surrounding a central ...

Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Foliage Chandelier / Pendant Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

$7,002Sale Price|20% Off

H 27.56 in W 23.63 in D 22.05 in

Foliage Chandelier / Pendant Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish Leaves Chandelier in Gilt Iron, Spain, 1950. Large Size. One of a kind Foliage Leafed Chandelier / Flush Mount Ceiling Light in gilt iron. This stunning three-light chandelie...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Iron

Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron, Spain 1950s

$3,453

H 4.73 in Dm 18.12 in

Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron, Spain 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Beautiful to be placed as ceiling light fixture, pendant light or wall light.

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron, Wrought Iron

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

$1,500

H 7.88 in Dm 6.89 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light featuring a glass shade that is hand-painted with delicate floral motifs in soft pastel tones. and a chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Nautical Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Embossed Art Glass, 1950s Design

$1,275

H 19 in Dm 11 in

Nautical Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Embossed Art Glass, 1950s Design

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1508 Embossed clear glass nautical flush mount Takes 2 bulbs

Category

Vintage 1950s Flush Mount

Materials

Art Glass

Willem Hagoort Model 190 B Ceiling Light, 1950s

$2,926

H 39.38 in W 10.63 in D 10.63 in

Willem Hagoort Model 190 B Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Willem Hagoort

Located in Beerse, VAN

Bring a piece of authentic Dutch design history into your home with this adjustable Model 190 B ceiling lamp. The lamp was designed in the mid-1950s by Willem Hagoort for Hagoort La...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1950s Benjamin White Enamel Industrial Parabolic Ceiling Light

$472

H 14.97 in Dm 14.97 in

1950s Benjamin White Enamel Industrial Parabolic Ceiling Light

By Benjamin Electrical Company 1

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

An original mid-century British industrial parabolic white enamelled pendant light by Benjamin, dating to the 1950s. These authentic factory lights were widely used across workshops,...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Arredoluce Rare Ivory Lacquer Brass Lantern Pendant Ceiling Light 1950s

$16,500

H 44.5 in W 9.5 in D 9.5 in

Arredoluce Rare Ivory Lacquer Brass Lantern Pendant Ceiling Light 1950s

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in New York, NY

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce rare lantern pendant ceiling light with brass structure including tapering ivory or cream enameled metal frame and satin or acid-etched glass panel shades...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

$1,650

H 6.3 in Dm 7.88 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with embossed shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,650

H 8.27 in Dm 6.7 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with embossed shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,500

H 7.49 in Dm 7.49 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Decorative ceiling light featuring a glass shade in hand-painted floral patterns and a chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Lunel Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light, Brass & Metal, France, 1950s

$2,100

H 25.99 in Dm 9.85 in

Lunel Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light, Brass & Metal, France, 1950s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Rare French ceiling-light, France by Lunel, (Paris), 1950s. Brass and metal.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

$1,700

H 7.49 in Dm 11.82 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful, decorative, and large ceiling light in decorated glass with a chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome & Glass Ceiling Light Pendant, France, 1950s

$1,800

H 27.56 in Dm 8.86 in

Mid-Century Modern Chrome & Glass Ceiling Light Pendant, France, 1950s

By Arlus

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

French Midcentury Ceiling Light Pendant by Arlus (Paris), France, 1950s.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Lumi Milano Ceiling Light, Made in Italy, 1950s

$1,311Sale Price|32% Off

H 11.82 in Dm 16.15 in

Lumi Milano Ceiling Light, Made in Italy, 1950s

Located in Palermo, IT

Lumi Milano ceiling light, Made in Italy, 1950s Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging, four lights, E27 lamps.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Ceiling Light Flush Mount, Italy, 1950s

$2,926

H 10.83 in Dm 10.63 in

Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Ceiling Light Flush Mount, Italy, 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Ceiling light Producer: Origin Italy in the manner of Stilnovo, Gio Ponti Age: 1950s This modernist light was produced in Italy in the 1950s.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

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

$1,500

H 7.49 in Dm 9.85 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful and decorative ceiling light with hand-painted shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

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

$1,600

H 8.67 in Dm 11.03 in

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

Located in Oslo, NO

Wonderful ceiling light with hand decorated shade in opaline glass and chrome metal base.

Category

Vintage 1950s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Ceiling Light K5-27 by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, 1950s

$4,859

H 9.26 in Dm 23.63 in

Ceiling Light K5-27 by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, 1950s

By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

Ceiling Light / Sconce / Fixture K5-27 by Paavo Tynell for Idman, Finland, 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

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.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

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.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

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