$1,495
H 28.25 in W 13.75 in D 13.75 in
French Empire Style Bouillotte Lamp with Blue Tole Shade and Gilt Bronze
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
light, making it both decorative and practical for reading or ambient lighting. The three candle-style
Brass, Metal
$1,130 / item
H 51.97 in Dm 11.82 in
The Lore Lamp. Brazilian Solid Wood and 1960s traffic signal lenses.
By Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
both ambient lighting and statement sculpture, suitable for contemporary interiors, collectible design
Glass, Wood
2059 Chrome Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Chrome
2059 Chrome Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Chrome
2059 Chrome Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Chrome
2059 Gun Barrel Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Metal
2059 Golden Brass Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Brass
2059 Brushed Brass Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire
Brass
2059 Gun Barrel Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Metal
2059 Gun Barrel Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Metal
2059 Chrome Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Chrome
2059 Brushed Brass Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire
Brass
2059 Golden Brass Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Brass
2059 Gun Barrel Wall Lamp by Disderot
Located in Geneve, CH
ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism of this luminaire are resumed
Metal
Ambient Floor Lamp in Onyx
Located in Stratford, CT
Round base ambient floor lamp in onyx. Although the semi-precious stone onyx exists in a few other
Onyx
Wim Rietveld 6320 floor lamp Gispen Netherlands 1953
By Wim Rietveld, Gispen
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
versatile positioning, whether for ambient lighting, reading, or accenting a space. Its vibrant red painted
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of Rare Table Lamps, Model B-142 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
create atmospheric and ambient lighting. In 1951, Jakobsson founded his own company, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Brass
Marine Aluminium Mini Bulkhead Wall Light with Protective Cage
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
ambient lighting in hallways, bathrooms, or architectural niches. Each fixture has been carefully
Aluminum
$2,731
H 51.58 in W 13.78 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century "Staken" Floor Lamp by Carl Malmsten, Adjustable, Sweden, 40s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Göteborg, SE
flexible positioning, making it ideal as a reading lamp or ambient lighting. The circular base provides
Paper, Beech
$883 / item
H 22.84 in W 15.75 in D 8.67 in
Verpan Fun 1WM Wall Lamp by Verner Panton, Chrome & Seashell Discs
By Verner Panton, Verpan
Located in Alcamo, IT
Verner Panton is part of the iconic Fun lighting collection, widely considered one of the designer’s
Metal, Steel
René-Jean Caillette B4 Floor Lamp for Disderot
By Disderot, René-Jean Caillette
Located in Glendale, CA
wood, the B4 floor lamp is ideal next to a sofa, as a reading lamp or as ambient lighting. This newly
Brass
$2,060 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 3000K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Stainless Steel
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
$1,770 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 2700K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Red Burgundy
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
$1,770 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 3000K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Deep Brown
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
$1,770 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 3000K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Black
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and directed down; to
Aluminum
$1,770 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 2700K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Deep Brown
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
$2,060 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 3000K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Brass
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and directed down; to
Aluminum
$2,060 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 2700K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Stainless Steel
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
$2,060 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 2700K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Brass
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and directed down; to
Aluminum
$1,770 / item
H 11.7 in W 8.2 in D 11.8 in
Flos Captain Flint 3000K Dimmable 1-10 Outdoor Wall Sconce in Red Burgundy
By Michael Anastassiades
Located in Brooklyn, NY
uplighter illuminating the space with enough ambient lighting, while at the same time to be rotated and
Aluminum
Floor Lamp Model 60442 by Idman Oy, Finland, 1940s
By Idman Oy
Located in Karis, Nyland
ambient lighting. Idman, one of Finland’s most important lighting manufacturers of the 20th century, was
Slate, Brass, Nickel
Rare Height-adjustable Floor Lamp, 1950s
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
light to be modified, offering versatility for different lighting needs, such as reading, ambient
Brass
Pair of 1930s Pewter Candelabra by JLH, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Göteborg, SE
character, making them perfect as decorative centerpieces or functional objects for ambient lighting.
Pewter
Handcrafted Scorched Yakisugi Lamp
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
used as ambient lighting, a bedside piece, or a sculptural accent within a living space. Height
Ash, Cypress
Large Handcrafted Scorched Yakisugi Lamp
By SUM Furniture
Located in London, GB
used as ambient lighting, a bedside piece, or a sculptural accent within a living space. Height
Ash, Cypress
$2,944 / item
H 20.48 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Mid-Century Finnish Design Wall Lamp in Brass & Wooden Slatted Shades, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
functions beautifully as ambient lighting in a living room, hallway, bedroom, or reading nook, where
Brass, Metal
Angelo Lelii "Tre Lune" Ceiling Lamp for Arredoluce, 1961
By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
lacquered metal and brass, the lamp is dimmable via phase-cut, functioning both as ambient lighting and
Brass
$2,495 / set
H 56.13 in Dm 10 in
Pair of Tall Altar Candlestick Holders of Turned Oak - Arts and Crafts Era
Located in Austin, TX
holding candles to provide ambient lighting, they can be repurposed as display pedestals or plant stands
Wood, Oak
Frazier Sconce 49671 - Antique Brass Crystal
Located in London, GB
The Frazier sconce is a masterclass in modern geometry and ambient lighting. It knows exactly how
Crystal, Brass
$1,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 14.97 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Pair of Organic Rattan Wall Sconces Hour Glass Shaped
Located in Oxford, GB
warm, ambient lighting while serving as functional art. Due to the handmade nature of rattan
Rattan
$3,750 / set
H 23.5 in Dm 10 in
Pair of Asian Blue and White Porcelain Jars Table Lamps, Wired for the USA
Located in Atlanta, GA
, or even a hallway. Their soft, ambient lighting and artistic presence will infuse your space with a
Porcelain, Lucite
$1,600 / set
H 12 in W 15 in D 10 in
Elegant Pair of Solid Brass Wall Sconces, Vintage Hollywood Regency Style
Located in Delray Beach, FL
perfect addition to any décor, from traditional to contemporary. Warm, Ambient Lighting: These sconces
Brass
$1,375 / set
H 3 in W 9 in D 14 in
Elegant Pair of Solid Brass Wall Sconces, Vintage Hollywood Regency Style
Located in Delray Beach, FL
perfect addition to any décor, from traditional to contemporary. Warm, Ambient Lighting: These sconces
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Plafonniers
Located in New Orleans, LA
, and focuses the light upwards from the interior, creating a delicate ambient lighting. Each piece
Crystal
Art Deco Table Lamp Porcelain with Bronze, Spain 1930
Located in La xara, VC
your space. Ambient Lighting: Porcelain lamps generally offer a soft and warm glow, creating a cozy
Bronze
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Black and Brass
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the
Brass, Metal
Max Ingrand 2213 sconces by Fontana Arte Italy 1960
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
sophistication. The result is a warm, diffused glow, perfect for ambient lighting in high-end residential or
Brass
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Black & Brushed Brass
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The soberness and minimalism
Metal, Brass
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in White & Brushed Brass
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the
Metal, Brass
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in White and Chrome
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the room. The
Metal, Chrome
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Yellow & Chrome
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the
Metal, Chrome
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Yellow and Dark Chrome
By Disderot, Pierre Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
attaches to the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting
Metal, Chrome
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Black and Chrome
By Disderot, Pierre Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the
Chrome, Metal
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in White & Dark Chrome
By Pierre Disderot, Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting in the
Metal, Chrome
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in White & Polished Brass
By Disderot, Pierre Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
attaches to the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting
Metal, Brass
$2,200 / item
H 4.7 in Dm 15.7 in
Pierre Disderot Model #2059 Large Perforated Wall Lamp in Red and Dark Chrome
By Disderot, Pierre Disderot
Located in Glendale, CA
attaches to the wall by a thin clip and projects the light towards the ceiling to create ambient lighting
Metal, Chrome
Rare Large Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Green Dragon Oil Lamp
Located in Long Island City, NY
suspended for ambient lighting. Circa the early 20th century. Antique Japanese Lamps And Home Decor
Enamel, Brass
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.
Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Before founding the Memphis Group, Sottsass bent the rules of lighting design with the wonderfully wavy Cometa.
Warm chalet style meets cool Bauhaus functionality in Pietro Cascella’s cleverly carved creation.