$5,740 / item
Ceiling Lamps in Brass by Carl Axel Acking, 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Designed by Carl-Axel Acking and produced by ASEA in Sweden during the 1940s, this ceiling lamp is a refined example of Scandinavian mid-century design at the intersection of moderni...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Attributed to Carl-Axel Acking Produced by Böhlmarks in Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare height adjustable ceiling lamp attributed to Carl-Axel Acking. Produced by Böhlmarks in Sweden.
Brass
Geometric Brass Wall lamp by Carl Axel Acking from 1960s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
The model was designed for the interior of Hotel Continental, Vasagatan, Stockholm. The hotel was built between 1960 and 1963, with the interior designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Carl-A...
Brass
Geometric Brass Wall lamp by Carl Axel Acking from 1960s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
The model was designed for the interior of Hotel Continental, Vasagatan, Stockholm. The hotel was built between 1960 and 1963, with the interior designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Carl-A...
Brass
Extremely rare ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Long Island City, NY
Extremely rare ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Axel Acking (Sweden, 1910-2001) model "982" for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, Malmö, 1940/50s.
Brass
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamp in Brass, 1940's
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Height Adjustable Ceiling Lamp in Brass by Carl-Axel Acking & Paavo Tynell, 1940's Additional Information: Material: Brass Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by Bröderna Malm...
Brass
Swedish modern ceiling lamp with Havanna glass by Malmö Metallvarufabrik, 1930s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Prominent figures associated with Swedish Modern include Bruno Mathsson, GA-Berg, Elias Svedberg, Carl-Axel Acking, Carl Malmsten, and notably, Josef Frank.
Brass
Pair of ceiling light in brass attributed to Kai Ruokonen circa 1960.
By Kai Ruokonen
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare pair of pendant attributed to Kai Ruokonen or his brother Kari, made in solid brass with 4 rings and a glass diffuser. The overhall condition is good and the lamps has a good pa...
Brass
Scandinavian glass pendant lamp Löken, Helge Zimdal, Falkenberg, Sweden 1960s
By Falkenbergs Belysning, Helge Zimdal
Located in Forserum, SE
One such architect was Helge Zimdal, who studied architecture in Stockholm and participated in the renowned 1930 Stockholm Exhibition, showcasing textiles and furniture—some in colla...
Steel
Unavailable
H 36.62 in Dm 15.75 in
Large Pair of Ceiling Lamps by Carl-Axel Acking with Opal Glass Shades
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Alvesta, SE
A rare pair of ceiling lamps designed by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, during the 1950s.
Brass
Sold
H 28.75 in Dm 23.63 in
Carl-Axel Acking Ceiling Lamp by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Produced by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden.
Brass
Sold
H 42.13 in Dm 27.56 in
Carl-Axel Acking Ceiling Lamp by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare height adjustable ceiling lamp designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Produced by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden.
Brass
Brass Ceiling Lamp by Carl-Axel Acking
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Luxurious brass ceiling lamp by Carl-Axel Acking with three large sconces and a heavy solder hiding the wiring.
Brass
Sold
H 41.74 in Dm 26.78 in
Ceiling lamp model 981 Designed by Carl Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Stockholm, SE
Originally made for the restaurant Nybrokällaren in Sweden, these lights display formal qualities that suggest they may also have been conceived with a church or ceremonial setting i...
Brass
1940s Carl-Axel Acking Perforated Brass Chandelier for Böhlmarks
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bohlmarks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s Carl-Axel Acking Perforated Brass chandelier for Böhlmarks.
Brass
Carl-Axel Acking Opal Glass Hanging Lamp for ASEA, Sweden ca 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking, ASEA
Located in Utrecht, NL
The historic company not only produced high-quality lighting, but it also had a decisive influence on how the development of the Swedish lighting industry. This hanging ceiling lamp ...
Opal, Brass
Sold
H 12.7 in Dm 15.75 in
Poul Henningsen, Pair of 4/4 Pendant Lamps, Nickel-Plated Metal, Glass, 1940s
By Louis Poulsen, Poul Henningsen
Located in High Point, NC
Other Scandinavian lighting designers include Paavo Tynell, Arne Jacobsen, Carl-Axel Acking, Vilhelm Lauritzen and Alvar Aalto.
Metal
Sold
H 22.45 in Dm 15.75 in
Carl-Axel Acking Ceiling Lamp Nr 1578 by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare ceiling lamp nr 1578 in the manner of designed by Carl-Axel Acking.
Brass
Opaline and Brass Ceiling Lamp by Carl-Axel Acking
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Beautiful ceiling lamp by Carl-Axel Acking, in a bulbous shape, made from opaline glass.
Brass
Ceiling lamp model 677, Edvard Hagman AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
The composition is balanced and sculptural, combining functional light distribution with refined decorative restraint. Carl Malmström worked closely with Carl-Axel Acking during thi...
Brass
Ceiling light in brass designed by Kari Ruokonen circa 1960.
By Kari Ruokonen
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Rare pendant designed by Kai Ruokonen, made in solid brass with 4 rings and a glass diffuser. The overhall condition is good and the lamp has a good patina with trace of use and age....
Brass
Set of 6 Kai Ruokonen lamp, Brass and glass, circa 1970.
By Kari Ruokonen
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
His work can be related to other scandinavian designer such as Hans Agne Jakobsson, Carl Axel Acking or Axel Einar Hjorth.
Brass
$2,899
H 5.91 in Dm 15.75 in
Early Minimalistic Brass Flush Mount or Sconce by Florian Schulz Germany 1960s
By Florian Schulz
Located in München, BY
Mid-Century Modern elegant and minimalist flush mount / sconce. Designed & manufactured by Florian Schulz, Germany, 1960s. Executed in polished brass, the fixture has 4 x E14 / E12 ...
Brass
Rare Ceiling Lamp by Hans-agne Jakobsson, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare ceiling lamp, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden during the 1960s, is a stunning example of Scandinavian modern desi...
Brass
Midcentury Gold Metal Wall Sconce by Estiluz, Barcelona, 1980s
By Estiluz Lighting, Estiluz, Leonardo Marelli
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Cool Postmodern Gold Wall Sconce by Leonardo Marelli for Estiluz. Model: A-1180 Oro. This fixture was designed and manufactured in Barcelona (Spain) by Estiluz during 1980s. This Wal...
Metal
Einar Bäckström, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Sweden, 1950s
By Einar Backstrom
Located in High Point, NC
An adjustable brass and white-lacquered metal pendant light produced by Einar Bäckström, Sweden, c. 1950s. Dramatic patina on brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Variable drop...
Metal, Brass
Large Hans-Agne Jakobsson Carolin Ceiling Pendant
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare large ceiling pendant with new thai silk shade in cream/white fabric on white lacquered metal mount. Model Carolin T549/6 in brass designed 1963 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson. Lamp it...
Brass
Gaetano Sciolari Multi Tubular Brass Wall Light
By Gaetano Sciolari, Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
Gaetano Sciolari designed the Tubular Collection for Lightolier in the 1960s. Here we present model 4686 multi-tubular brass wall sconce designed by Gaetano Sciolari and produced by ...
Aluminum, Brass
Towny Wall Lamp in Vintage Brass
Located in Paris, FR
Wall lamp in vintage brass. Two bulbs, lamp holder type E14, max 40 Watt. Bulbs not included.
Brass
Rare Ceiling Lamp by Hans Bergström, 1950s
By Hans Bergström
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This rare ceiling lamp, crafted in the style of Hans Bergström, was produced in Sweden during the 1950s, exemplifying the elegance of mid-century Scandinavian lighting design. It fea...
Brass
Hans Bergström Brass Ceiling Lamp, Sweden, 1950s
By Hans Bergström
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by ASEA,, Sweden, 1950s. Rewired. Height is adjustable. Perforated brass.
Brass
Ceiling lamp by unknown designer and maker, Sweden, 1940s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Swedish modern ceiling lamp executed in perforated brass with decorative details in the form of cast seashells. The three tapered shades are supported by curved arms with shell-shape...
Brass
1980s 22 Brass Plated Wall Sconces, USA
By Maison Charles, Lightolier
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
Elegant brass plated wall sconces that where dismantle from a chic hotel. See picture with fixture mounted on mirror Well made with prime quality material and great attention to de...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
Mid-century Brass Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-century Brass Single Sconce, 1950s, Germany Very elegant and Minimalist wall lamp. Lamp is in very good condition. These lamps works with E14 standart light bulbs. Wired and...
Brass
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Fabric by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
The ceiling lamp model T 549, designed by Hans-Agne Jakobsson and produced by his company Hans-Agne Jakobsson AB in Markaryd, Sweden, during the 1950s, is a distinguished example of ...
Brass
$6,377
H 39.38 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Paavo Tynell Produced by Itsu in Finland
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare counter weight ceiling lamp in the style of Paavo Tynell. Produced by Itsu in Finland. Measure: Height: 100-165 cm.
Brass
Ceiling Light by Bo Notini for Glössner, Sweden, 1940s
By Glossner AB, Bo Notini
Located in Karlstad, SE
Sophisticated Swedish ceiling light designed by Bo Notini for Glössner & Co. The lamp features a double shade construction — a clear outer glass bowl with finely etched decorativ...
Brass
Austrian Designer, Wall Light, Brass, Glass, Austria, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and white opaline glass wall light designed and produced in Austria, c. 1950s. Patina brass. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (Inches): 15.0"H x 7.55"W ...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$1,500Sale Price / item|40% Off
H 10.2 in Dm 18.1 in
Paavo Tynell 'A1965' Counterweight Pendant Lamp in Brass
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paavo Tynell 'A1965' counterweight pendant lamp in brass. Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1947, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in a perforated brass metal shade...
Brass, Metal
$4,500 / set
H 33.08 in W 26.78 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
By Karl Anderson, Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Oak
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,701 / item
H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in
Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...
Metal
$3,840 / item
H 37.8 in Dm 25.2 in
Joe 640 Tailored Minimal 20th Century Inspired Pendant Light by Wende Reid
By Wende Reid
Located in Chatswood, NSW
This Classic, tailored pendant light, inspired by the stitching on my father's Mark Cross cuff link box, is reminiscent of mid-century style and the early simplicity of Art Deco. Als...
Brass
Josef Frank Attribution, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
By Josef Frank
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and off-white fabric coated fabric pendant light attributed to Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, c. 1960s. Minor staining on fabric; wear consistent with age and use. O...
Brass
$13,335 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
$16,466 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
$28,990
H 61.82 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Exceptional Bo Lindahl Cabinet in Walnut and Rosewood Marquetry, Sweden, 1953
Located in The Hague, NL
This exceptional cabinet was designed and handcrafted by Bo Lindahl in Sweden. This unique masterpiece was created as a journeyman's piece at the Central Workshop School in Häggvik, ...
Brass
Guillerme & Chambron Oak End Tables, France 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
A pair of end tables in oak by Guillerme & Chambron, a very atypical design that rests on asymmetrical legs.
Oak
$6,957 / item
H 14.57 in Dm 23.63 in
Modern vintage style pendant light in solid brass and lacquered metal
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
This modern chandelier is composed of an off-white lacquered metal dome and four bell shades in patinated solid brass. The lower central hexagonal bar is also made of solid brass. We...
Metal, Brass
$17,922 / set
H 32.29 in W 40.16 in D 33.47 in
Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair
By Arflex, Roberto Menghi
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
An original pair of Roberto Menghi Hall chairs, produced by Arflex, Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium yellow gold pure mohair fabric. The metal frames have been restored ...
Steel
Rare Large French Art Deco Chandelier by Jean Perzel
By Atelier Jean Perzel
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jean Perzel - A fine French Art Deco chandelier with a brass frame that holds two off-white enameled bent glass side diffusers and textured bottom glass diffusers with prismatic glas...
Brass
Custom French Plaster Chandelier in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant and Timeless, Custom French Modern Neoclassical Plaster Chandelier / Pendant or Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the style of the French Mid-century architect-decorator Jean-C...
Metal
$8,640
H 59.85 in W 85.83 in D 13.78 in
Cabinet Made in Teak and Cane Panels Attributed to Augusto Romano -Turin School
By Augusto Romano
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
Exceptional Italian Midcentury cabinet with a carved teak frame and cane panels. This is an unique piece made in the 1950s by a Turin cabinetmaker on a private commission. The desig...
Cane, Teak
Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.
While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.
The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina, with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier. (Note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too.)
Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged.
Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes.
Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.
For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.
The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the natural world-inspired designs of the Art Nouveau era to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room.
With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs — shop a collection today that includes antique Art Deco chandeliers, Stilnovo chandeliers, Baccarat chandeliers and more.