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Adjustable Orange Metal Wall Light by Wilhem Braun-Feldweg Doria Light, Germany
By Doria Leuchten Germany, Wilhelm Braun Feldweg
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
solid metal, with a large adjustable metal arm and shade element on the top in a nice orange tone color
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

cubic Large 38cm Teak and Metal adjustable wall light element, Germany 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
has a black metal plate with can be adjusted into different position. this element covers the two
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Large Pendant by Bergboms
By Bergboms
Located in Long Island City, NY
and plastic defuser. Stamped with manufacturer name and model number. Some scratches and stains on
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Vintage 1960s European Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

brass table Light by Rosemarie and Rico Baltensweiler attrib., Switzerland 1970s
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
flexible light arm, the shade on the top is also adjustable what creates a nice atmosphere of defused light
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Late 20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
By Paavo Tynell, Taito-idman
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful adjustable lamp by Paavo Tynell that harmoniously combines many elements such as brass
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
Paavo Tynell Ceiling Lamp model no A1998, 1950s
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H 44.1 in Dm 24.02 in
Harry Bertoia Hanging Willow Chandelier, 1968
By Harry Bertoia
Located in Chicago, IL
willow tree surround a cylindrical housing with uplighting functions creating a dramatic defusing effect
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Stainless Steel

Large Pendants by Paavo Tynell, 2 available
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Long Island City, NY
perforated brass shades with frosted glass defusers on counterweight. Each fixture has 2 Edison type sockets
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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970s German Staff Leuchten Chrome & Smoked Grey Glass Pendant Light 4 Available
By Staff Leuchten
Located in London, GB
designed to resemble upturned flame torches. The light defuses beautifully through the shades. Perfect
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Mid-20th Century German Space Age Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Wire, Chrome

Vintage Brass Table Light by Vereinigte Werkstätten München, Germany 1970s
By Vereinigte Werkstätten München
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
by Vereinigte Werkstätten München. It is made of solid brass with an adjustable shade on the top. The
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

17" Early Electric Ribbed Milk Glass Industrial Pendant
By CHANDELIER
Located in Denver, CO
stores in the early 20th century. The milk glass offers a soft opaque glow allowing defused light to
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Milk Glass

Original Hollywood Regency Stilnovo Style Brass Sputnik Table Light, Italy 1970s
By Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
atmosphere of defused light when illuminated. the light has a nice formed brass arm which can be adjusted in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal, Brass

Set of Two Modernist Stilnovo Style Brass Metal Sconces Wall Light, Italy, 1950
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
of metal and solid brass. due to the flexible arm the lighting tubes can be adjusted in several way
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Mick Jagger in bed with Anita Pallenberg and Michèle Breton, Performance
Located in Austin, US
Jagger’s first feature film. Alec remembers: “The crew was in the middle of adjusting lights or whatever
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Late 20th Century Photorealist Portrait Photography

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Archival Pigment

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LUread FS Sconces 'Black' by Lumfardo Luminaires
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A foldable and swing version of our original Lumfardo Luminaires LUread Sconces with a foldable and swingable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made from...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

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Brass, Aluminum

"Solana" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

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Enamel, Brass

"Solana" Wall Sconces
"Solana" Wall Sconces
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
Late Century Industrial Wall Mounted Striplight- Cage, Glass Cylinder, Led Tubes
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Wittenberg wall-mounted German flame proof strip light. Original item salvaged from supertankers and military vessels then stripped and refinished in the UK. The original wirin...
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Late 20th Century German Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Park Night Stands in Oiled Walnut by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Night Stands

Materials

Wood

LUDO Articulated Wall Sconce or Lamp inEnamel & Brass, Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Arteluce, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
The Ludo articulated wall light with articulating arm and moveable head, handmade by Blueprint Lighting. The spun aluminium cones are a vintage 1950s Italian design. Swiveling head ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel

French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Night Stands

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Oak

LU Swing Sconce
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful brass LU swing sconce made by Lumfardo Luminaires in patinated brass. Wired with an E26 medium based socket. Light bulb provided as well as all mounting hardware. Priced in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

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Brass

LU Swing Sconce
LU Swing Sconce
H 15 in W 5 in D 25.25 in
Handcrafted Farmhouse Fluted Porcelain Pendant With Trumpet Shape
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. On their own they make a statement with their gentle flared bottoms and deep fluting. Hang in multiples for extra oomph. These cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

DUO Wall Sconce in Bronze and Blown Opal Glass by Blueprint Lighting, 2020
By Blueprint Lighting, Walter Gropius, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the DUO wall light designed by Blueprint Lighting, 2020. A handsome study in clean lines and simple form inspired by the tenets of the Bauhaus. DUO is truly a go-anywhere...
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2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Nickel

Segment Wall Lamp or Flushmount in Bronze and Blown Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Segment wall lamp or flushmount ceiling fixture by Blueprint Lighting, 2020. A handsome study in clean lines and simple form inspired by the tenets of the Bauhaus, Segment is truly a...
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2010s American Modern Flush Mount

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Nickel, Brass, Bronze

Old Built-In Wardrobe Front, Germany, circa 1920
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Original old built-in wardrobe front with doors from Germany, circa 1920. Original color patina and really special fittings in star shape. Dimensions: 210 cm high, 150 cm wide, 1...
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Early 20th Century German Modern Doors and Gates

Materials

Wood

Cream & Brass Swing Arm Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Adjustable with painted metal shade and brass hardware extending from black metal mounting plate. Modern era Italian design. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Metal, Brass

Torno Adjustable Wall Lamp in Black, White and Brass Made by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti
Located in New York, NY
The Torno wall lamp or reading light is handmade to order by Blueprint Lighting. Torno is adjustable to suit your needs: there are two articulating joints and the shade has a swivel ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Finnish Designer, Chandelier Light, Brass, Glass, Finland, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A chandelier light, designed and produced in Finland, 1940s. Features milk glass with organic ornamentation, blown glass, and finely detailed brass. Other designers of the period...
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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Art Deco-Streamline UFO Pendant Light, Brass and Etched Opal Glass, Design, 1930
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco-Streamline UFO pendant light manufactured by GMD Berlin, design 1930.
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2010s German Streamlined Moderne Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

1950s Design Mid-Century Modern Solid Teakwood Coat Rack with Hat Rack
Located in Lisse, NL
Great quality and condition midcentury wall coat rack. This beautifully designed, perfectly executed and highly practical midcentury coat rack could be the ideal piece to come home...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Teak

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Early Edition of This ‘Shogun’ Table Lamp by Mario Botta for Artemide, Italy 197
By Mario Botta, Artemide
Located in Antwerp, BE
features enameled aluminum, steel and acrylic. The two metal diffusers adjust independently for multiple
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Aluminum, Steel

Ceiling Fixture Made in Italy, circa 1950
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Ceiling fixture is rectangular in shape with eight lights each with round frosted glass defuser
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Ceiling Lights designed by Tobia & Afra Scarpa for Flos in 1963 Made in Italy
By Flos, Tobia Scarpa
Located in Jersey City, NJ
the center allowing the heat to escape and the light to pass through while defusing a single socket
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Ceiling Fixture after Chistian Astuguevielle circa 1980
By Christian Astuguevielle
Located in Jersey City, NJ
frosted glass defuser that hide five sockets each can handle 100 watts. The top also in polished steel has
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Late 20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Fixture designed in 1920's by Industrialist Peter Behrens for AEG Germany
By Peter Behrens
Located in Jersey City, NJ
1920s Ceiling Fixture with a silkened glass defuser and a milk white glass shade separated and
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Early 20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Fior Di Lote Pendant Lamps by Tobia and Afra Scarpa for Flos, Italy, 1963
By Flos, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Munich, DE
center allowing the heat to escape and the light to pass through while defusing a single socket. The
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Wall Lamp in Stainless steel and Chrome by Sonneman circa 1970 American
By Sonneman Lighting
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Wall Light with a Stainless steel Shade and defuser is mounted to a wall and moves along a chrome
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Wire

70's Francesco Buzzi Cuffia Floor Lamp Italy
By Francesco Buzzi Ceriani
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A hard to find Tenaglt split domed white metal floor lamp with adjustable shade using two polished
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Metal

1950s English Grey Enamel Industrial Desk Lamp
Located in New York, NY
second shade with satin finish glass lense to defuse the light. Angle of shade may be adjusted
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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Rare Telescoping Swing Arm Dentist's X-Ray Co. Wall lamp
Located in Peekskill, NY
rare 16" X-Ray Co. shade. The bottom has a round prism glass defuser to even out the light. The most
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20th Century American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

15" Early Electric Ribbed Milk Glass Industrial Pendant
By CHANDELIER
Located in Denver, CO
stores in the early 20th century. The milk glass offers a soft opaque glow allowing defused light above
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

rare adjustable Brass Stilnovo Style Theatre Wall Ceiling Light, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti, Stilnovo
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
atmosphere of defused light. the shade can be adjusted into a lot different position due the flexibly
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Lightolier
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in North Bergen, NJ
crystal rods defuse the light of each bulb making the whole chandelier glow. Height can be adjusted
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

70's Cuffia Floor Lamp by Francesco Buzzi Italy
By Francesco Buzzi Ceriani
Located in Cincinnati, OH
large polished aluminum knobs with a small ball and a wing inside to defuse the light source. The shade
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Large Murano Mazzega Glass Flutted Shaped Chandelier Pendant Light
By Mazzega
Located in Palm Springs, CA
white, the inside has fine scattered particles of glass to defuse the light. Murano fixture uses regular
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Vintage 1960s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cast Aluminum Articulated Arm Lamps - 18" Diameter
By Task-Lite
Located in Peekskill, NY
has 4 spring held joints for adjustment. The combined arm length is 32". The shade is spun
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Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Italian Milk Glass Lights
Located in London, GB
ceramic hanging hooks) and a frosted glass base to defuse the light softly as shown in the photos provided
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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Cedric Hartman Polished Brass Adjustable Reading Floor Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exquisite Adjustable Reading Lamp designed by Cedric Hartman. The lamp is comprised of a polished
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Vintage 1960s American Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Walter Von Nessen Early Brass Floor Lamp
By Walter Von Nessen
Located in Hudson, NY
Original floor lamp adjustable height with original shade and glass defuser mark on the arm and
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Vintage 1940s American Floor Lamps

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Adjustable Defusion For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the adjustable defusion you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each adjustable defusion for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and fabric. Your living room may not be complete without an adjustable defusion — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An adjustable defusion made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Paavo Tynell, Bergboms and Harry Bertoia each produced at least one beautiful adjustable defusion that is worth considering.

How Much is a Adjustable Defusion?

The average selling price for an adjustable defusion at 1stDibs is $3,099, while they’re typically $1,200 on the low end and $189,000 for the highest priced.

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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