Vico Magistretti for Artemide Chimera Floor Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Naples, IT
Designer floor lamp from the 1970s, created by Vico Magistretti for Artemide. The "Chimera" model
Metal
$839
H 27.96 in W 8.27 in D 8.27 in
Italian opaline plexiglass table lamp Mezza Chimera Magistretti Artemide 1970s
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian opaline plexiglass table lamp Mezza Chimera by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1970s Table
Plexiglass
''Chimera'' floor lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1970s
By Pascal Magis, Artemide
Located in Quarrata, IT
Lampada da terra ''Chimera'' di Vico Magistretti per Artemide, 1970s
Plastic
$10,500
H 72.45 in Dm 8.67 in
Italian Chimera Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide First Edition, 1969
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Introducing the super rare and highly collectible "Chimera" Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for
Plexiglass
$2,397
H 72.45 in Dm 9.06 in
Vico Magistretti, Chimera Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy, 1960s (Old Edition)
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Argelato, BO
Iconic and unusual lamp designed by the great Italian architect and designer Vico Magistretti. This is one of the first versions, coming from an important hotel in Romagna (Italy) ...
Metal
$2,517 / set
H 30.71 in Dm 8.67 in
Mezza Chimera Table Lamps by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1970s, Set of 2
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Renens, CH
Designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, the Mezza Chimera is the table version of the larger
Metal
Modern White Chimera Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Artemide chimera floor lamp is a beautiful light piece that offers diffused fluorescent
Metal
Artemide Chimera Floor Lamp Methacrylate Italy 1970s
By Artemide
Located in Milano, IT
Floor lamp, metal structure, plastic material (methacrylate). Good condition, small signs of usage.
Acrylic
Vico Magistretti for Artemide "Chimera" Floor Lamp, Italy, 1969
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Naples, IT
Chimera floor lamp, created by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in the 1960s design: Materials: white
Metal
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Italian Chimera Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Elegant and minimal floor lamp Chimera model designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in 1969
Metal
Sold
H 72.05 in W 8.67 in D 9.06 in
Vico Magistretti Floor Lamp Model "Chimera" for Artemide, 1960s Italy
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in The Hague, NL
Original vintage floor lamp model "Chimera". Produced by Artemide, Milan, 1960s. White plexiglass
Metal
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Italian White Chimera Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Elegant and minimal floor lamp chimera model designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in 1969
Metal
Early Edition Chimera Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide Milano
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Early chimera floor lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide Milano. This is an early edition based on
Lucite
Sold
H 30.32 in Dm 8.67 in
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Italian Table Lamp Model Mezza Chimera, 1960s
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian table lamp model Mezza Chimera designed by Vico Magistretti for Artemide in 1969, structure
Metal
Sold
H 72.45 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Vico Magistretti, 1st Edition Chimera Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy, 1960s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Catania, CT
Great vintage condition for this 1st edition with neon of the iconic Chimera floor lamp designed by
Metal
Vico Magistretti 1st production rare "Chimera" Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Skokie, IL
Vico Magistretti 1st production rare "Chimera" Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy, 1969. The first
Aluminum, Brass
Floor lamp Chimera by Vico Magistretti for Artemide 60s, 70’s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Padova, IT
second part of the twentieth century. The legendary Italian lighting company Artemide was founded in the
Metal
Lampada Chimera Vico Magistretti Artemide, 1969
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Chimera floor lamp, Vico Magistretti for Artemide, Italy, 1969. The sinuous structure of the lamp
Metal
Chimera Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti, Italy circa 1966
By Artemide
Located in Culver City, CA
Italy, 1966 Sculptural plexiglass lamp produced by Artemide. 8.75”dia x 31.5”h Ref. L5229 / L5230
Plexiglass
Chimera Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide
Located in Chicago, IL
Mezzachimera table lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, original edition c 1970. Two Floor
Plastic
Chimera Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti, Italy circa 1966
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Culver City, CA
Italy, 1966 Sculptural plexiglass lamp produced by Artemide. 8.75”dia x 31.5”h Ref. L5229 / L5230
Plexiglass
Sold
H 31.7 in Dm 8.67 in
Vintage "Mezzachimera" Acrylic Table Lamp by Vico Magistretti for Artemide, 1969
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Vigevano, PV
Vico Magistretti (Milano 1920 - Milano 2006) Lamps model "Mezza Chimera". Produced by Artemide
Plastic, Acrylic
Sold
H 72.05 in W 8.67 in D 8.67 in
Vico Magistretti Plexi-Glass Floorlamp Model "Chimera" for Artemide, 1960s
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original vintage floor lamp model "Chimera". Produced by Artemide, Milan, 1960s. White plexiglass
Chrome
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Italian Chimera Floor Lamp, 1960s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Italian chimera floor lamp, 1960s. The chimera floor lamp model
Vico Magistretti for Artemide, "Mezza Chimera" Lamp, Italy, 1970s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in New York, NY
Vico Magistretti for Artemide Inter-folded shade made of white methacrylate, raised on steel
Steel
Large Chimera Floor Lamp by Vico Magistretti, Artemide, 1969
By Vico Magistretti, Artemide
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Large chimera floor lamp by Vico Magistretti, 1969. Very good condition. Worldwide shipping.
Metal
Vico Magistretti Chimera Floor Lamp
By Artemide, Vico Magistretti
Located in Chicago, IL
Vico Magistretti Chimera Floor Lamp Italy, c.1966 Manufactured by Artemide plastic, enameled
Metal
Vico Magistretti "Chimera" Floor lamp for Artemide c.1969
Located in Easton, PA
Molded plastic "Chimera" floor lamp with six lights inside designed in Italy in 1969 by Vico
Metal
Vico Magistretti "Chimera" Floor lamp for Artemide c.1969
Located in Easton, PA
Molded plastic "Chimera" floor lamp with six lights inside designed in Italy in 1969 by Vico
Metal
Vico Magistretti Floor Lamp
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Morbio Inferiore, CH
Manufactured by Artemide, model Chimera.
Sold|$4,680
H 31.89 in W 24.41 in D 19.69 in
A Pair of Finnish Mid-Century Modern Armhairs in Style of Alvar Aalto, 1950s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
This pair of Finnish armchairs from the 1950s blends functionality with quiet elegance. Crafted in birch wood, the frames feature softened edges and an open-backed design that emphas...
Textile, Birch, Velvet
$1,730Sale Price|14% Off
H 39.38 in W 19.69 in D 2.37 in
Tafla C4 Polished Stainless Steel Wall Mirror by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tafla O series is characterized by smooth, optically light shapes inspired by liquid droplets and thanks to its unique form, combines the world of design, art and technology. Tafla c...
Stainless Steel
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...
Brass
$269 / item
H 9.45 in W 14.18 in D 0.79 in
21st Century ‘Greek Coupe’, in White Ceramic, Hand-Crafted in France
By Inhee Ma
Located in Marchaux-Chaudefontaine, FR
A part of a captivating new line blending ancient Greek pottery with contemporary design, the ‘Greek Coupe’ vase showcases delicate blue underglaze illustrations that harmonize tradi...
Clay, Stoneware
$2,680 / item
H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in
Organic Modern Center Table Jean in Natural Travertine Marble Stone
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Jean oval center table is unique in its conception with Organic Modern inspiration. Natural Stone is unrepeatable in its individuality, this way each Jean center table is unique fea...
Marble
$1,885 / item
H 31.5 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
"Jorge" Bar Cart Modernist Style in Color Painted Steel and wood natural
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
True to her enthusiasm for the Modernist Movement Alessandra Delgado was inspired by Jorge Zalszupin timeless architectonic view to create the bar cart "Jorge". Elegant and versatil...
Steel
"Bold" Pink Marble Bold Side Table
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
The BOLD pink marble Side Table is built from solid stone with clean lines and a simple structure. Its surface highlights the natural tones and patterns of pink marble. This minimal...
Marble
Minho Mirror
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Minho Mirror Designed by Project 213A in 2024 The Minho mirror is framed in solid wood with an abstract organic shape. Crafted by Skilled artisans in Northern Portugal. Bespoke dime...
Mirror, Walnut
Decade Wall Light, Weathered Brass by Dunlin
By DUNLIN
Located in Sydney, AU
Crafted exclusively for Dunlin, The Decade Wall Light is a true embodiment of sophistication, making it a perfect choice to welcome your guests in style as a front door light. Its ro...
Brass
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$696 / item
H 7.4 in W 1.8 in D 7.7 in
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' Table Lamp in White for Stilnovo
By Gae Aulenti, Stilnovo
Located in Glendale, CA
Gae Aulenti & Piero Castiglioni 'Minibox' table lamp in white for Stilnovo Founded in 1946 in Milan, Stilnovo was one of the most innovative lighting companies in Italy during the...
Metal
Maralunga Ottoman by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
By Cassina, Vico Magistretti
Located in Austin, TX
Ottoman from Italy uphostered with the original Italian tan leather. This piece was designed as part of the Maralunga line by Vico Magistretti and crafted by Cassina. Originally desi...
Leather
$6,450 / set
H 32.88 in W 78.75 in D 63.19 in
Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Set with Table, Bench, Set of Chairs
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of a dining table, bench, and pair of chairs, solid beech, Scandinavia, 1980s This expansive dining room set is a rare find, distinguished by its exceptio...
Beech
Primitive wabi sidetable
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Good example of a Pyrinee sidetable with a beautifull naturally patined one slab top. Traditionally constructed In mountain pinewood and very sturdy.
Softwood
Instock Cocktail Side End Table Modern Round Handmade Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
Table No. 8 - stool or side table J.M. Szymanski d. 2021 A perfectly simple stool or side table. Solid 3/4” steel components are combined to make a dynamic form. Finished in black w...
Steel, Iron
Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA
By Lostine
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...
Brass
As one of the founding fathers of modern Italian design, prolific architect and industrial designer Ludovico Magistretti (known by his nickname Vico) was guided by his philosophy, “There is no excuse for bad design.” His architectural projects are widely revered, and an ingenious meld of form and function can be found in his stylish and deceptively simple table lamps, sofas, armchairs and other mid-century furnishings.
Born in Milan, Magistretti followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather (both architects) to study architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. At the outbreak of World War II, he fled to Switzerland, and it was there he met his role model and mentor, renowned humanist architect Ernesto Nathan Rogers. Magistretti was inspired by Rogers’s vision to revive postwar Italy, and they collaborated on several reconstruction projects. Among Magistretti’s first architectural designs is a “poetic” round church, which he created for the QT8, an experimental Milanese neighborhood.
When Magistretti returned to Milan in 1945, he worked at his father’s architectural firm. It wasn’t until the early 1950s that he expanded his talents into design while working with furniture artisans.
In the 1960s, Magistretti began his 30-year working relationship with famed entrepreneur Cesare Cassina of the Cassina furniture manufacturing company. In their design approach, the two men shared a vision of the relationship between modernity and tradition and enjoyed a close bond (Magistretti designed Cassina’s luxurious villa in 1965). However, their friendship was not without contention.
Legend has it that upon seeing the prototype for Magistretti’s Maralunga sofa, Cassina hated it so much that he punched it, breaking the back of the sofa, which crumpled into itself.
“Right, great, it looks perfect to me like that,” an unfazed Magistretti allegedly responded, and the Maralunga’s slumped, adjustable-height backrest was born. Incidentally, the Maralunga sofa won Italy’s Compasso d’Oro award as did his Eclisse lamp for Artemide and his Atollo lamp for Oluce.
Magistretti died in 2006, but his designs live on in galleries, museums and private residences and offices around the world.
Find a range of vintage Vico Magistretti furniture and lighting on 1stDibs.
Arguably the world’s most ubiquitous man-made material, plastic has impacted nearly every industry. In contemporary spaces, new and vintage plastic furniture is quite popular and its use pairs well with a range of design styles.
From the Italian lighting artisans at Fontana Arte to venturesome Scandinavian modernists such as Verner Panton, who created groundbreaking interiors as much as he did seating — see his revolutionary Panton chair — to contemporary multidisciplinary artists like Faye Toogood, furniture designers have been pushing the boundaries of plastic forever.
When The Graduate's Mr. McGuire proclaimed, “There’s a great future in plastics,” it was more than a laugh line. The iconic quote is an allusion both to society’s reliance on and its love affair with plastic. Before the material became an integral part of our lives — used in everything from clothing to storage to beauty and beyond — people relied on earthly elements for manufacturing, a process as time-consuming as it was costly.
Soon after American inventor John Wesley Hyatt created celluloid, which could mimic luxury products like tortoiseshell and ivory, production hit fever pitch, and the floodgates opened for others to explore plastic’s full potential. The material altered the history of design — mid-century modern legends Charles and Ray Eames, Joe Colombo and Eero Saarinen regularly experimented with plastics in the development of tables and chairs, and today plastic furnishings and decorative objects are seen as often indoors as they are outside.
Find vintage plastic lounge chairs, outdoor furniture, lighting and more on 1stDibs.
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.