Ceiling lamp model 677, Edvard Hagman AB, Sweden, 1950s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
), Sweden, during the 1950s. Designed by Carl Malmström. The lamp features five conical shades with
Brass
$40,350
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
naturally within the spaces they illuminate. For Carl-Axel Acking, lighting represented a synthesis of
Brass
$3,761Sale Price|20% Off
H 55.12 in Dm 23.63 in
1950s Brass Hollywood Regency Floor Lamp By Bröderna Malmströms metallvarufabrik
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
attributed to Carl-Axel Acking. Carl-Axel Acking was a regular designer for the Malmström brothers and
Metal, Brass
A chandelier by Carl Axel Acking
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Long Island City, NY
Six light chandelier model "981" designed by Carl Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms
Brass
$54,000
H 79.14 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
Carl-Axel Acking Swedish Modern Chandelier in Perforated Brass
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, chandelier, model '958' brass, Sweden
Brass
$27,400
H 22.05 in W 14.77 in D 9.45 in
Rare Carl-Axel Acking '5017' Wall Light with Organic Shades in Perforated Brass
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, wall light, model ‘5017’, brass
Brass
$18,500 / item
H 7.68 in W 10.04 in D 17.33 in
Carl-Axel Acking '5019' Wall Lights in Perforated Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl-Axel Acking for Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik, wall lights, model ‘5019’, brass
Brass
Swedish Modern Pendant in Brass 1940s by Carl-Axel Acking
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish modern brass pendant with perforated brass shades 1940s by Carl-Axel Acking for Bröderna
Brass
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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
Brass
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H 7.49 in W 10.24 in D 17.33 in
Carl-Axel Acking Wall Lamps by Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik in Sweden
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare pair of wall lamps designed by Carl-Axel Acking. Produced by Bröderna Malmströms
Brass
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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
Brass
Antique Swedish Gustavian Floor Clock by C. Malmstrom
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful Gustavian floor clock by C. Malmstrom. Believed to be from the area of Malmo in Southern
Wood, Paint
Swedish Modern Pair Monumental Carl-Axel Acking Polished Aluminum Sconces
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Located in Miami, FL
REDUCED FROM $9,800......Pair designed by Carl-Axel Acking in the 1940s for Broderna Malstroms
Aluminum
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H 7.49 in W 14.97 in D 9.85 in
Set of Three Midcentury Wall Lights by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking, Bröderna Malmströms Metallvarufabrik
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
Set of three beautiful wall lights by Carl-Axel Acking, made from brass. Large size, oval forms
Brass
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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. Produced by Bröderna
Brass
Chandelier by Carl-Axel Acking, Sweden, 1940s
By Carl-Axel Acking
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Carl Axel-Acking & Broderna Malmstroms, Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design A rare and
Brass
Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp
By Paavo Tynell, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp Originally designed by Paavo Tynell in 1938, this authorized GUBI re-edition is executed in brass and rattan. The 5321 table la...
Metal, Brass
$5,022 / set
H 17.72 in Dm 21.66 in
Pair of Custom Made Round Mohair Velvet Ottomans with Oak Ball Feet
Located in London, England
Dagmar Design - Round Ottoman Custom-made ottomans developed & produced at our workshop in Sweden using the highest quality materials. These examples are upholstered in a mustar...
Sheepskin, Oak, Fabric, Mohair, Velvet
Petite Bell Glass Sconce, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Brass gooseneck form with a transparent glass shade that's adjustable at the head. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wir...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
$16,714 / 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
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
$2,471 / set
H 18.12 in W 6.7 in D 7.09 in
Italian Murano Crystal Glass and Brass Wall Sconces in the Art Deco Style
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Murano Crystal Glass and Brass Wall Sconces in the Art Deco Style Beautiful set of two gorgeous wall sconces made of transparent Murano glasses and strong brass base. Art De...
Brass
Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Located in London, London
Travertine dining table Made to order in Italy Round top Honed or polished finish Rounded or straight edges Travertine pedestal. The photos show a selection of tables we have m...
Travertine
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' Floor Lamp for Innolux Oy
By Innolux Oy, Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Glendale, CA
Lisa Johansson-Pape 'Lisa' floor lamp for Innolux Oy. Originally produced in the 1950s by Orno, this newly authorized re-edition of the iconic lamp is made by Innolux in Finland usi...
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...
Canvas, Velvet, Walnut
Swing Arm Sconce in Two Tone Patina, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Elegant swingarm sconces in tubular brass with a cast brass backplate.
Brass
$13,536 / 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
Mid Century modern iron and glass hanging shelves
Located in Hudson, NY
Add a touch of mid-century sophistication to your space with these floating shelves. Crafted from sturdy iron, the black finish adds a contemporary edge and complements a variety of ...
Iron
Rare Pendant Attributed to Wiener Werkstaette, Austria, 1920s
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Rare and unique pendant lamp attributed to Wiener Werkstatte, Austria, 1920s. Metal and opaline glass. The main part of the lamp is 20cm wide and 49cm high. Drop is 144cm. We can ad...
Metal
$18,225 / item
H 39.38 in Dm 59.06 in
Spider Special 150 Ceiling Light Italian Design by Diego Mardegan
By Diego Mardegan
Located in London, GB
A very stunning bespoke ceiling light fixture Titled " Spider Special 150 " This ceiling light is composed of six ivory coloured silk on parchment shades held to a brass metal frame....
Brass
$6,864Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
BERG Side Table by John Pawson for Wonderglass
By John Pawson, WonderGlass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The character of the Berg table is inseparable from its materiality. Every detail of the design derives from the mesmerising visual and tactile qualities of cast glass and from the...
Glass
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.
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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.