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 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

Paavo Tynell Model "9060" Ceiling Light for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s

$37,500

H 20.87 in Dm 21.46 in

Paavo Tynell Model "9060" Ceiling Light for Taito Oy, Finland 1950s

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Utrecht, NL

This lamp is one of those models that lighting design enthusiasts recognize immediately, a truly iconic design. Paavo Tynell designed this model “9060” in 1950-52 for the secretariat...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Set of Three Brutalist Bronze Sunburst Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy 1950s

$2,340Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 2.37 in Dm 8.27 in

Set of Three Brutalist Bronze Sunburst Wall Ceiling Light Sconces, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Set of three Wall light ceiling light Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This set of three modernist lights was produced in Italy in the 1950s.

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Brutalist Sunburst Crown Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

$4,388

H 9.45 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

Brutalist Sunburst Crown Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spain, 1950s. This ceiling flush mount was handcrafted in Spain at the Mid-Century Modern period in the style of Brutalism.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

unique brass spot Gino Ponti Style wall Ceiling Light Flushmount Italy 1950s

$1,357Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 2.96 in Dm 8.27 in

unique brass spot Gino Ponti Style wall Ceiling Light Flushmount Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This vintage modernist light set was produced in the 1950s in Italy.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

A Spanish 1950s gilt wrought iron sunburst wall / ceiling light

$1,552

H 5.91 in Dm 19.69 in

A Spanish 1950s gilt wrought iron sunburst wall / ceiling light

Located in London, GB

A Spanish 1950s wrought iron sunburst wall / ceiling light.

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Vintage 1960s Spanish Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light Cannon Shell Model 9040, Brass & Opaline, Idman 1950s

$35,573

H 23.63 in Dm 19.69 in

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light Cannon Shell Model 9040, Brass & Opaline, Idman 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman

Located in Helsinki, FI

From the iconic Cannon Shell series by Paavo Tynell, this striking piece carries the dynamic silhouette of a falling shell, softened by delicate floral details gracefully applied alo...

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

set of 2 unique PINK spot STILNOVO Style Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s

$2,107 / set

H 5.91 in Dm 9.06 in

set of 2 unique PINK spot STILNOVO Style Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: metal ceiling light set of 2 ( a set of 4 lights is also available) COLOR: PINK Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This vintage modernist light set was produced in the 1...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

unique round metal Gino Sarfatti Style Ceiling Wall Light Flushmount Italy 1950s

$1,112

H 4.73 in Dm 12.21 in

unique round metal Gino Sarfatti Style Ceiling Wall Light Flushmount Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Gino Sarfatti, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: brass ceiling light / wall light Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This vintage modernist light was produced in the 1950s in Italy.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

round 36cm metal Gino Sarfatti Style wall Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s

$1,638

H 5.91 in Dm 14.18 in

round 36cm metal Gino Sarfatti Style wall Ceiling Light Flushmount, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: ceiling light, uplight flush mount also useable as wall light Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This vintage modernist light was produced in the 1950s in Italy.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Brass

Spanish Sunburst Foliage Ceiling Light Fixture in Green and Gilt Iron, 1950s

$2,762Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.88 in W 18.31 in D 18.31 in

Spanish Sunburst Foliage Ceiling Light Fixture in Green and Gilt Iron, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Leafed Sunburst Flush Mount Light , Iron, Gold Leaf Spain, 1950 Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture with Leaves Frame in green and gilt iron. Eye-catching hand-hammered iron sunburst ligh...

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Cracked Glass, 1950s

$2,575Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.12 in Dm 22.05 in

Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Cracked Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spain, 1950s. This eye-catching ceiling flush mount is made in hand-forged iron and finished in gold leaf gilding.

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

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

J.T Kalmar Square Brass & Textured Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

$1,400

H 9 in W 12 in D 12 in

J.T Kalmar Square Brass & Textured Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

Kalmar Vienna / Austria in the 1950s, it's in excellent condition and offers two light sources for a warm ambiance.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-century Green and White Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s, Germany

$1,965

H 6.3 in Dm 17.72 in

Mid-century Green and White Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s, Germany

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Mid-century Green and White Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s, Germany Lampshade is in very good vintage condition.

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Palm Tree Pendant Chandelier / Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1950s

$4,908

H 27.56 in Dm 16.93 in

Palm Tree Pendant Chandelier / Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, Spain 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spain, 1950s. This ceiling lamp is entirely made by hand.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron

Large 59cm Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

$1,941

H 23.23 in W 13 in D 8.67 in

Large 59cm Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: brass theatre wall light sconces Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This modernist light was produced in Italy in the 1950s in Italy. It is made of brass and metal on the ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

rare Brass hole pattern Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

$969

H 8.86 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in

rare Brass hole pattern Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: brass theatre wall light sconces Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This modernist light was produced in Italy in the 1950s in Italy. It is made of brass and metal with a l...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large 49cm Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

$2,809

H 19.3 in W 11.82 in D 3.15 in

Large 49cm Brass Italian Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s

By Stilnovo, Gio Ponti

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: brass theatre wall light sconces Origin: Italy Age: 1950s This modernist light set was produced in Italy in the 1950s in Italy. It is made of brass and metal on t...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Mid-Century Ceiling Light or Chandelier by Günter Trieschmann Germany 1950s

$5,558

H 7.88 in Dm 25.6 in

Rare Mid-Century Ceiling Light or Chandelier by Günter Trieschmann Germany 1950s

Located in München, BY

Exceptional Mid-Century Modern flush mount or ceiling fixture. Designed probably by Günter Trieschmann, 1950s, Stuttgart, Germany Executed in brass, the ceiling fixture needs 11 x E...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Lovely Three-Armed Sputnik Flush Mount or Ceiling Light Fly, 1950s, Germany

$2,691

H 12.6 in Dm 7.88 in

Lovely Three-Armed Sputnik Flush Mount or Ceiling Light Fly, 1950s, Germany

Located in München, BY

Lovely Mid-Century Modern three-armed Sputnik ceiling lamp. Manufactured in 1950s in Germany. Executed in brass and red, green, blue and purple lacquered aluminium, the lamp needs 3...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Brutalist Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron with Flower Motif, 1950s

$2,316Sale Price|20% Off

H 7.88 in Dm 17.72 in

Brutalist Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron with Flower Motif, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Brutalist Sunburst Light Fixture, Gilt Iron Gold leaf gilt hand-hammered iron sunburst light fixture from the Brutalist period. Spain, 1950s. Richly decorated with the hammer marks a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Wrought Iron, Iron, Gold Leaf

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass, Italy circa 1950s

$3,600

H 8 in Dm 16.5 in

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass, Italy circa 1950s

By Lumi

Located in Long Island City, NY

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass. Made in Italy, in 1950s. Label present.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Italian Midcentury Brass Ceiling Pendant Light - Vintage 1950s Modern Design

$890

H 22.84 in Dm 5.12 in

Italian Midcentury Brass Ceiling Pendant Light - Vintage 1950s Modern Design

Located in Rome, IT

Italian midcentury ceiling pendant light, crafted in the 1950s with a fusion of timeless elegance and modern design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Model 1245 Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy

$1,462

H 8.67 in Dm 3.94 in

Model 1245 Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Flush mount ceiling light by Stilnovo, 1950s, Italy model 1245 Enameled metal, copper, brushed aluminum and opal glass Retains original manufacturers label.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Copper

Ceiling 8-Light Sputnik Lamp in the Manner of Arteluce, Italy 1950s

$1,228

H 35.44 in Dm 24.41 in

Ceiling 8-Light Sputnik Lamp in the Manner of Arteluce, Italy 1950s

By Arteluce

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Midcentury 8-armed brass Sputnik lamp in the manner of Arteluce. 1950s, Italy. Executed in lacquered meta, brass and glass. The lamp is executed with 8 x E14 Edison screw fit bulbs...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Barovier & Toso Multi-Color Murano Flower Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s

$4,095

H 11.82 in Dm 25.6 in

Barovier & Toso Multi-Color Murano Flower Glass Ceiling Light, 1950s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Rome, IT

Barovier & Toso Murano flower glass ceiling light, 1950s. Basket consists more 200 flowers Murano glass.

Category

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Vintage Midcentury Black German Industrial Enamel Ceiling Light Pendant, 1950s

$265

H 23.63 in Dm 8.67 in

Vintage Midcentury Black German Industrial Enamel Ceiling Light Pendant, 1950s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This vintage industrial ceiling light was made in Germany in the 1940s-1950s.

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Vintage 1940s German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Mid-Century Lisa Johansson-Papé Copper Ceiling Light model 61-368, Orno 1950s

$3,861

H 33.47 in Dm 20.48 in

Mid-Century Lisa Johansson-Papé Copper Ceiling Light model 61-368, Orno 1950s

By Orno Stockmann, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Helsinki, FI

A sizable Mid-Century Modern ceiling lamp model 61-368 designed by Lisa Johansson-Pape, and manufactured by Orno in the 1950s. This lamp is of the rarer version in copper and without...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Ceiling 8-Light Sputnik Lamp in the Style of Arteluce, Italy 1950s

$996

H 30.71 in Dm 16.54 in

Ceiling 8-Light Sputnik Lamp in the Style of Arteluce, Italy 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 8 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb, is wired, in working condition and runs both on 110 / 230 volt. Our lamps are checked, cleane...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Sunburst Eyelash Ceiling Light Fixture in Silvered Metal & Frosted Glass, 1950s

$3,101

H 3.55 in Dm 14.18 in

Sunburst Eyelash Ceiling Light Fixture in Silvered Metal & Frosted Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Nice aged patina. This stunning ceiling light can be placed flush mounted as wall light but also hanging from a chain at the desired height.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Iron

Glass Globe Ceiling Light Model ‘2008’ by Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s

$8,425 / set

H 8.67 in Dm 7.88 in

Glass Globe Ceiling Light Model ‘2008’ by Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Idman Oy, Paavo Tynell

Located in Karis, Nyland

An original mid-century ceiling light with a white opaline glass globe and a restrained nickel-plated brass ceiling mount.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 3

$5,619

H 6.7 in Dm 25.99 in

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 3

Located in München, BY

Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' ceiling light or pendant lamp. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 1

$5,619

H 8.67 in Dm 25.99 in

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 1

Located in München, BY

Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' ceiling light or pendant lamp. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 2

$5,616

H 7.88 in Dm 25.99 in

Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 2

Located in München, BY

Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' ceiling light or pendant lamp. Designed & manufactured in Germany, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

A Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model A1965 in Light Green, Taito 1950s

$10,297

H 44.1 in Dm 17.72 in

A Paavo Tynell Adjustable Ceiling Lamp Model A1965 in Light Green, Taito 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Taito

Located in Helsinki, FI

An adjustable ceiling lamp model A1965 designed by Paavo Tynell, and manufactured by Taito Oy in Finland in the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass Ceiling Light for Idman Oy, Finland 1950s

$3,300

H 9.06 in Dm 9.85 in

Paavo Tynell "80112-25" Milk Glass 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 “80112-25”.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Milk Glass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light in Reed, Brass, & Glass Model K3-262, Idman 1950s

$9,127

H 31.5 in Dm 16.54 in

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Light in Reed, Brass, & Glass Model K3-262, Idman 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman

Located in Helsinki, FI

A lively and elegant pendant lamp designed by Paavo Tynell, featuring a softly shaped opaline glass diffuser paired with a delicate reed shade and refined brass details and canopy. T...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Gigantic Sputnik Chandelier or Ceiling Light SUN by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s

$7,606

H 10.63 in Dm 47.25 in

Gigantic Sputnik Chandelier or Ceiling Light SUN by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in München, BY

Gorgeous, gigantic Mid-Century Modern ten-armed Sputnik chandelier or ceiling lamp 'Sun' Mod. 5160. Designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, 1950s. Attention pleas...

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Copper

Ceiling 5-Light Sputnik Lamp in Teak, Brass and Glass, 1950s

$1,462

H 23.63 in Dm 27.56 in

Ceiling 5-Light Sputnik Lamp in Teak, Brass and Glass, 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Ceiling 5-Light Sputnik Lamp in Teak, Brass and Glass, 1950s The lamp is executed with 5 x E14 Edison screw fit bulbs.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass, Italy circa 1950s

$3,600 / item

H 8 in Dm 16.5 in

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass, Italy circa 1950s

By Lumi

Located in Long Island City, NY

Murano glass Lumi Milano flush mount ceiling light in brass. Designed and made in Italy, in 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Paavo Tynell Brass & Perforated Red Metal Ceiling Light Model K2-58, Idman 1950s

$7,492

H 41.34 in Dm 9.85 in

Paavo Tynell Brass & Perforated Red Metal Ceiling Light Model K2-58, Idman 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Idman

Located in Helsinki, FI

A lively Paavo Tynell pendant lamp crafted in brass and painted red metal, distinguished by the designer's iconic perforations. This model features a distinct fishtail and diamond pe...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Light with Porcelain Base, Germany, 1950s

$720 / item

H 8.27 in Dm 7.88 in

Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Light with Porcelain Base, Germany, 1950s

Located in Almelo, NL

Bubble Glass Wall or Ceiling Light with Porcelain Base, Germany, 1950s This wall or ceiling light is a classic example of 1950s German mid-century design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Porcelain, Glass

Flower Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gold Leaf Gilt Iron & Milk Glass, 1950s

$2,217

H 5.52 in Dm 12.6 in

Flower Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gold Leaf Gilt Iron & Milk Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Eye-catching double layered sunburst foliage light fixture with opaline glass shade. Spain, 1950s. It has an elegant desing and a nice color and patina showing its original gold leaf...

Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf, Metal, Iron

Mid-Century Gilt Metal Sun-Shaped Sunburst Ceiling Light, Spain, 1950s

$2,281

H 5.12 in Dm 19.3 in

Mid-Century Gilt Metal Sun-Shaped Sunburst Ceiling Light, Spain, 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Mid-Century gilt metal sun-shaped sunburst ceiling light, Spain, circa the 1950s. This beautiful Mid-Century Modern period sun-shaped ceiling light features a gilt metal one-tier cur...

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Authentic 1950s Modernist Ceiling Light, Textured Opaline Glass and Brass Frame

$2,398

H 17.5 in Dm 22.9 in

Authentic 1950s Modernist Ceiling Light, Textured Opaline Glass and Brass Frame

Located in Lisse, NL

Made in the 1950s, it strikes a rare balance between simplicity, elegance, and character.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Vintage Ceiling Light, in the Shape of an Artist’s Pallet

$1,025

H 15 in W 23 in D 18 in

1950s Vintage Ceiling Light, in the Shape of an Artist’s Pallet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

1950s Vintage Ceiling Light, in the Shape of an Artist’s Pallet French 1950s Vintage Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light, this piece is in Brass and Enamelled Glass, the shade takes...

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

Materials

Art Glass

Italian 1950s Large Brass & Black Enamel Star-Burst Ceiling Mount Light

$1,630

H 23 in Dm 34 in

Italian 1950s Large Brass & Black Enamel Star-Burst Ceiling Mount Light

Located in New York, NY

A spectacular and large 1950s Italian brass and satin black enamel light fixture in a star-burst design. 12 candelabra sockets.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern French Rope Ceiling Light, Antique, Plug-in, 1950s

$1,726

H 15.75 in Dm 11.82 in

Mid-Century Modern French Rope Ceiling Light, Antique, Plug-in, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Incredible rope French ceiling light.

Category

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

Materials

Rope

Sunburst Eyelash Ceiling Light Fixture in Wrought Iron, Red Gilt Patina, 1950s

$5,845

H 5.12 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

Sunburst Eyelash Ceiling Light Fixture in Wrought Iron, Red Gilt Patina, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Wrought Iron Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture with Frosted Glass Difusser France, 1950s.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Italian Gilded Sunburst Ceiling or Wall Light with Textured Glass Shade, 1950s

$3,276

H 7.49 in Dm 27.17 in

Italian Gilded Sunburst Ceiling or Wall Light with Textured Glass Shade, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Italian sunburst light or wall light from the 1950s to 1960s. The fixture features a hand-carved wooden sunburst frame with a gilded finish.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

Barovier & Toso Italy 1950s Venetian blown art glass 'Murano' Ceiling light

$7,021

H 15.75 in Dm 25.6 in

Barovier & Toso Italy 1950s Venetian blown art glass 'Murano' Ceiling light

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Firenze, FI

Flush mount light Barovier & Toso 1950s 65x40h in Venetian blow glass, made with big green and little rose flower petals. six bulb. Barovier & Toso is an Italian company that specia...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Flush Mount

Materials

Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Large Wicker Fish Ceiling Light Mid Century France

$2,827

H 31.11 in W 19.3 in D 7.09 in

Large Wicker Fish Ceiling Light Mid Century France

By Mario Lopez Torres

Located in Hastings, GB

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

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Vintage 1950s French Bohemian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

Beautiful Brass Grid Ceiling Light Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria 1950s

$4,220

H 27 in W 36 in D 26 in

Beautiful Brass Grid Ceiling Light Chandelier Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria 1950s

By Rupert Nikoll

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautiful and rare chandelier by Rupert Nikoll, Vienna, Austria. An original mid-century vintage piece manufactured in the 1950s. It is made of Brass. The Fixture requires sixteen Eu...

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

$4,975

H 3.55 in Dm 22.84 in

Spanish Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Wrought Iron and Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Overall measures: 58 cm diameter x 9 cm H // 22,83 in diameter x 3,54 in H Sunburst Light Fixture // Spanish Gilt Iron Ceiling Light // Flower Light Fixture // Midcentury Light F...

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

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron

Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Ceiling Light, J. T. Kalmar Lights, Austria, 1950s

$1,111

H 5.91 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Ceiling Light, J. T. Kalmar Lights, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Kalmar Age: 1950s Original modernist Hollywood Regency glass ceiling light.

Category

Late 20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Sunburst Foliage Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier

$6,321

H 7.88 in W 23.63 in D 22.84 in

Sunburst Foliage Floral Ceiling Light Fixture / Chandelier

By Ferro Art

Located in Barcelona, ES

Outstanding spanish foliage floral sunburst flush mount ceiling light in gilt iron, Ferro Art, 1950s To be used as ceiling light fixture or as chandelier / pendant light adding a cha...

Category

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

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf, Wrought Iron, Metal

Italian Gilded Sunburst Ceiling or Wall Light with Textured Glass Shade, 1950s

$3,276

H 7.49 in Dm 27.17 in

Italian Gilded Sunburst Ceiling or Wall Light with Textured Glass Shade, 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Italian sunburst light from the 1950s to 1960s. The fixture features a hand-carved wooden sunburst frame with a gilded finish.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Glass, Wood, Giltwood

1950s mid century sputnik spider 9-light CEILING LAMP chandelier brass metal

$1,135

H 7.88 in Dm 20.48 in

1950s mid century sputnik spider 9-light CEILING LAMP chandelier brass metal

Located in Mannheim, DE

Amazing 1950s mid century sputnik ceiling light. The frame and canopy are made of brass.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century 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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