Can you add a pull chain to a light fixture?

Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.

What is a pull handle?

A pull handle is any type of handle that’s designed to help you pull an item. They are typically used on drawers and doors. Sometimes the pull handles on doors and drawers are referred to as pulls or the hardware. Shop a collection of pull handles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a bell pull used for?

A bell pull is used for calling servants to a specific room in a home. During the Victorian era, owners of large estates installed elaborate bell systems. One bell pull went in every room and connected to a series of labeled bells in the servants' work area. When a person used the pull, the bell representing that room would ring to call a servant. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique bell pulls.

When were Bell pulls used?

Bell pulls, often used to ring complex networks of bells, were very common from the late 18th to the early 20th century. They are still used in some applications today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique bell pulls from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a wagon pulled by horses called?

There are many names for wagons pulled by horses, including but not limited to stagecoaches, rig, gig and trap. Prior to the invention of the automobile, horse-drawn vehicles were more common and used for carrying people and goods via road, railway and even waterway. Shop a selection of horse-drawn wagon memorabilia on 1stDibs.

What are most popular kitchen cabinet pulls?

Traditional knobs and metal bars are the most popular kitchen cabinet pulls. They’re timeless and easily customizable.

What is the difference between a hand-pulled lithograph and an offset lithograph?

In a hand-pulled lithograph , the image is painted or drawn by hand on the plate, which is then inked and used to make an impression on the print medium; in an offset lithograph, the inked image is transferred to a rubber blanket or roller, which is then used to mass-produce the prints.

What type of light is used in street lights?

The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs

What is a coach light?

Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.

What is a cloud light?

A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.

What is chandelier lighting?

A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

What is a string light?

String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.

What is MOE lighting?

MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.

What is a Sputnik light?

A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.

What is a tole light?

The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.

What are dome lights?

Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.

What is a shop light?

Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.

What is a mission light?

A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.

What is chandelier light?

A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.

What Is a swag light?

A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.

Pull Down Light

1920s Kitchen Cabinet

Counterbalance Chandelier

Dark Green Cabinet

Metal Filing Cabinet

1960 Light Fixture

Thurston Brass Chandelier

Mcm Light

Antique File Cabinet

Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s

$560

H 20 in Dm 14.5 in

Vintage Flower Lotus Pendant Pull Down Light, German 1960s

By Doria Leuchten Germany

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very stylish vintage pendant light in shape of a lotus flower. Brass armature and smoke glass

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture

$2,000

H 23.63 in Dm 22.45 in

Midcentury Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

circa 1960. We offere this midcentury Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture. Great vintage conditions and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture

$950

H 24 in W 21 in D 21 in

Mid Century Pull Down Pendant Light Fixture

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-Century Modern (MCM) retractable pendant light fixture. This fixture is known for its "pull

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950's Pull-Down Pendant Light, Czechoslovakia

$352

H 21.66 in Dm 9.06 in

1950's Pull-Down Pendant Light, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

Pull-down pandant light can be stretched up to 93 cm of total hight. Very popular type of lighting

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Classic Mid Century Pull Down Saucer Disk Chandelier Pendant Light

$1,200

H 20 in Dm 16.25 in

Classic Mid Century Pull Down Saucer Disk Chandelier Pendant Light

By Gerald Thurston, Lightolier

Located in New York, NY

Classic Mid Century pull down, saucer, disk chandelier in anodized aluminum brass and glass

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pull Down Pendent Lamp with 3 Eyeball Lights Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

$592Sale Price|20% Off

H 23.63 in Dm 19.3 in

Pull Down Pendent Lamp with 3 Eyeball Lights Goffredo Reggiani, 1960s

By Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Verviers, BE

Ceiling lamp with 3 Eyeball Lights Goffredo Reggiani, 1970s Pull Down Maxs 95 cm Ceiling Light

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

abstract "CIRRUS" Glass Sconce Wall Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1980s

$850

H 5.12 in Dm 11.82 in

abstract "CIRRUS" Glass Sconce Wall Light by Peill & Putzler, Germany, 1980s

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

texture the light creates a nice atmosphere of defused light. the light has pull down switch element on

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

set of two hole pattern Theatre Wall Light Sconces MATEGOT Style, France, 1950

$1,700 / set

H 9.45 in W 4.73 in D 3.55 in

set of two hole pattern Theatre Wall Light Sconces MATEGOT Style, France, 1950

By Gio Ponti, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

tone. the two lights do have the option to add a pull down string cord, as the light has a switch

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

set of two hole pattern POP ART Wall Light Sconces MATEGOT Style, France, 1970s

$1,457 / set

H 10.52 in W 3.82 in D 3.82 in

set of two hole pattern POP ART Wall Light Sconces MATEGOT Style, France, 1970s

By Gio Ponti, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

to add a pull down string cord, The light remains in a good vintage condition with normal patina and

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

$2,581

H 80.71 in W 38.19 in D 15.75 in

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

Located in Hook, Hampshire

compartments are the perfect size for A4 documents storage, the front panel simply pulls down with a light pull

Category

Vintage 1920s French Cabinets

Materials

Sheet Metal

Mid century JH 604 Pendant Lamp by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen 1960

$2,000

H 14 in Dm 20 in

Mid century JH 604 Pendant Lamp by Hans Wegner for Louis Poulsen 1960

By Hans J. Wegner, Louis Poulsen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

adjustable height with pull down handle. Takes (1) edison light bulb. Works 100% needs to be hard wired

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

1920's Original French Industrial Metal Cabinet - Thirty Six Klappets

$3,349

H 80.32 in W 38.19 in D 11.82 in

1920's Original French Industrial Metal Cabinet - Thirty Six Klappets

Located in Hook, Hampshire

are the perfect size for letters and small documents, the front panel simply pulls down with a light

Category

Vintage 1920s French Cabinets

Materials

Sheet Metal

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

$2,581

H 80.71 in W 38.19 in D 15.95 in

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

Located in Hook, Hampshire

are the perfect size for letters and small documents, the front panel simply pulls down with a light

Category

Vintage 1920s French Cabinets

Materials

Sheet Metal

Merton Gershun Mid Century Walnut Bar for American of Martinsville w/ Barware

$2,200

H 40.63 in W 36.13 in D 15 in

Merton Gershun Mid Century Walnut Bar for American of Martinsville w/ Barware

By American of Martinsville

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A rare Mid Century walnut dry bar with pull down front door with light up drink area and storage

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

Austrian Crystal and Brass Pair of Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar

$1,200 / set

H 7 in W 6 in D 5.5 in

Austrian Crystal and Brass Pair of Wall Sconces by J.T. Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Palm Springs, CA

vintage condition, shows minor wear consistent with age(no chips). They take one 60w max candelabra light

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Stiffel "Rocket" Table Lamps in Brass

$3,200 / set

H 31 in Dm 10 in

Pair of Mid-Century Stiffel "Rocket" Table Lamps in Brass

By Stiffel

Located in Brooklyn, NY

/pull string function that only allows each bulb to be turned on individually or both simultaneously

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hiemstra Evolux Bed Lamps, 1950s

$1,214Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 3.15 in W 9.65 in D 3.94 in

Hiemstra Evolux Bed Lamps, 1950s

By Hiemstra Evolux

Located in Den Haag, NL

shade. by turning the knob. you can chance the direction of the light. Pull down switch. Very nice lamps.

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Alchemy Wall Lights Objects by Raak Amsterdam, 1968

$1,238Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 7.88 in W 5.12 in D 3.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Alchemy Wall Lights Objects by Raak Amsterdam, 1968

By RAAK

Located in Amsterdam, NL

multi-colored Murano glass. With original pull down switches. Each wall light object has one original

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Recent Sales

Mid-1960s Dining Room Fixture

Unavailable

H 46 in Dm 17 in

Mid-1960s Dining Room Fixture

Located in Vancouver, BC

. Designed as a pull down light, the mechanism came to us beyond repair so it’s now static, but with the

Category

Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-1960s Dining Room Fixture

Unavailable

H 46 in Dm 13 in

Mid-1960s Dining Room Fixture

Located in Vancouver, BC

a pull down light, the mechanism came to us beyond repair so it's now static, but with the original

Category

Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s

Sold

H 11.03 in Dm 9.65 in

Brown Evans and Co. 'BECO' Pull Down Pendant Light, Melbourne, 1950s

By Donald Brown

Located in Melbourne, AU

-pull-down light can be changed to drop from 62cm to 194cm, which makes it a very useful addition to a

Category

Vintage 1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid century modern pull down brass pendant light

Sold

H 16 in W 20 in D 12 in

Mid century modern pull down brass pendant light

Located in Surrey, BC

A very nice functional pull down classic mid-century modern pendant light with brass, decorative

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Adjustable Height Pull Down Brass Pendant Light Fixture

Sold

H 39.38 in Dm 19.69 in

Lightolier Adjustable Height Pull Down Brass Pendant Light Fixture

By Lightolier, Gerald Thurston

Located in Antwerp, BE

Gerald Thurston pull down pendant with glass shade and perforated brass elements a beautiful rare

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian Counterbalance Ceiling Light

Sold

H 41.5 in Dm 17.75 in

Italian Counterbalance Ceiling Light

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

for adjustment of shade height. Glass diffuser with brass arch to pull light up and down. Stunning

Category

20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

German Adjustable Pendant Light, 1970s

Sold

H 55.12 in Dm 13.39 in

German Adjustable Pendant Light, 1970s

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage-Industrial German pendant light which pulls down with retractable cord from composed of

Category

Late 20th Century German Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Late 19th Century 2-Branch Brass Rise and Fall Chandelier Ceiling Light Stamped

Sold

H 44 in W 21 in D 4 in

Late 19th Century 2-Branch Brass Rise and Fall Chandelier Ceiling Light Stamped

Located in London, GB

user would have the need to pull the light down from the ceiling area to read in better light

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Swing Arm Floor Lamp De Knudt, Belgium, 1970s

Sold

H 57.09 in Dm 19.69 in

Brass Swing Arm Floor Lamp De Knudt, Belgium, 1970s

By De Knudt

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Brass swing arm floor lamp. Two large E27 bulbs needed. Pull down switch. Ideal reading

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Teak Drinks Cabinet, 1960s

Sold

H 51.19 in W 44.1 in D 16.93 in

Teak Drinks Cabinet, 1960s

Located in South Shields, GB

A teak drinks cabinet, circa 1960s Featuring two drawers, two cupboards and a pull down drinks

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Counterbalance Nickel Pendant

Sold

H 12 in W 22 in D 12 in

Counterbalance Nickel Pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Simple polished nickel pendant that can be pulled up and down according to light that is needed

Category

Mid-20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Adjusting Extending Chandelier, Italy 1970s

Sold

H 41 in Dm 19 in

Adjusting Extending Chandelier, Italy 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Italy, 1970's Extending pull-down ceiling light in green enameled and chromed metal with pulley

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Rare Florian Schulz Counter Balance Pendant with Glass Shade

Sold

H 48 in W 48 in D 18 in

Rare Florian Schulz Counter Balance Pendant with Glass Shade

By Florian Schulz

Located in Los Angeles, CA

available in separate listings. Height is adjustable by sampling pulling down on the pendant. Light can

Category

Vintage 1980s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Nickel

Orange Brevettato Retractable Pendant Lamp

Sold

H 12 in Dm 15.75 in L 12 in

Orange Brevettato Retractable Pendant Lamp

By Brevettato

Located in Brooklyn, NY

perfect pop-styled lamp has a chrome handle below the orange plastic shade to pull the light down or push

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Custom Bar Cabinet / Credenza in the Style of Midcentury Jens Risom

Sold

H 69.25 in W 60 in D 20.13 in

Custom Bar Cabinet / Credenza in the Style of Midcentury Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A two-piece custom bar cabinet with pull down door revealing a light up space in white laminate for

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Wood

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

Sold

H 80.71 in W 38.19 in D 15.75 in

1920's French Industrial Metal Cabinet Dark Green - Twenty Seven Klappets

Located in Hook, Hampshire

compartments are the perfect size for A4 documents storage, the front panel simply pulls down with a light pull

Category

Vintage 1920s French Cabinets

Materials

Sheet Metal

French Early 20th Century Art Deco Pull-Down Light

Sold

H 40.13 in Dm 13.75 in

French Early 20th Century Art Deco Pull-Down Light

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This fabulous, vintage, green glass and brass pull-down pendant light, circa 1930, is from France

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

MCM Emerson Retractable Light by Imperialites Walnut Brass Plate & White Glass

Sold

H 16.5 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in

MCM Emerson Retractable Light by Imperialites Walnut Brass Plate & White Glass

By Imperialites

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous Mid-Century Modern Emerson by Imperialites pull down & retractable pendant light fixture

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany

Sold

H 11.62 in Dm 24.41 in

Large & Elegant Mid-Century Modern Wicker Pendant Lamp or Hanging Light Germany

Located in Munich, DE

Large and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern pull down pendant lamp or hanging light

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wicker

Large Impressive Cast Iron Articulating Kerosene Chandelier - Newley Wired

Sold

H 40 in Dm 36 in

Large Impressive Cast Iron Articulating Kerosene Chandelier - Newley Wired

Located in Peekskill, NY

. The lamp still has the original pull-down mechanism and the drop can be changed by pushing a lever at

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Eastlake Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Lightolier Brass-Plated Pierced Flush Mount with Glass Lens, 1950s, USA

Sold

H 17 in Dm 14.5 in

Lightolier Brass-Plated Pierced Flush Mount with Glass Lens, 1950s, USA

By Lightolier, Paavo Tynell

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

mounted on a rods system that permits to pull it down and reach the light bulb for easy service. Brass

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Lightolier Ceiling Track Light

Sold

Dm 14 in

Lightolier Ceiling Track Light

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Georgeous collectible pull down track light. Glass will be replaced. Decorative pendants hang on

Category

Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Bleached Wenge Modernist Cabinet

Sold

H 48 in W 96 in D 17 in

Bleached Wenge Modernist Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

A Bleached Wenge Cabinet with a pull down bar and light. The pulls are carved Wenge, the interior

Category

Vintage 1950s European Credenzas

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Glass & Lacquer Table Lamp

Sold

H 25.5 in Dm 15 in

Glass & Lacquer Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

takes 2 light bulbs. It has a hand switch as well as "pull down" switches by the light bulbs.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Hugh Acton Floating Wall Shelf Unit Room Divider and Credenza

Sold

H 83.5 in W 113.5 in D 17 in

Hugh Acton Floating Wall Shelf Unit Room Divider and Credenza

By Hugh Acton

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

compartmentalized pull down desk space with a light. Retains an original metal plaque. The dimensions of the wall

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

1970s Italian Orange Retractable Pendant Lamp

Sold

H 12 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

1970s Italian Orange Retractable Pendant Lamp

Located in Brooklyn, NY

perfect pop-styled lamp has a chrome handle below the orange plastic shade to pull the light down or push

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair of MCM Modeline of California Walnut Lamps with Original Fabric Shades

Sold

H 40 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of MCM Modeline of California Walnut Lamps with Original Fabric Shades

By Modeline Lamp Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

which, when pulled down, softly turns the light on or off. There are three long, carved, rounded and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

People Also Browsed

1950s Atomic Ceiling Mounted Light

$396Sale Price|20% Off

H 8.5 in Dm 17 in

1950s Atomic Ceiling Mounted Light

By Gill Glass & Fixture Co

Located in Hanover, MA

Original vintage ceiling mounted fixture perfect for entrance hall made by Gill Glass & Fixture Co of Philadelphia. Etched glass cylinder between two solid brass rings within a steel...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires

$9,331 / item

H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in

Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires

By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

Pair of Maison Arlus Sconces

$2,850 / set

H 15 in W 9 in D 7 in

Pair of Maison Arlus Sconces

By Arlus

Located in Miami, FL

Superb pair of two lights Maison Arlus sconces, perpex shades Two lights, 65 watts max per light US rewired and in working condition Backplate: 1.1/2 inches W, 4inches H Glass...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.

On Hold|~~$4,432~~

H 29.93 in W 32.68 in D 34.65 in

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s.

By Arne Norell, Norell Möbel AB

Located in Asaa, DK

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Arne Norell Easy Chair, Sweden 1970s. Safari Chair in green leather, stained beech and brass fittings model "Dickie". Designed by Arne Norell and man...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Leather, Beech

D-LU Sconce

$1,460 / item

H 10 in W 4 in D 11.5 in

D-LU Sconce

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome brass D-LU Sconce. An all brass Directional wall sconce in light gold brass with perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available for or...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

Galvanized Metal and Glass Outdoor Wall Sconce, Made in Italy

$1,500 / item

H 13 in W 10.5 in D 5.25 in

Galvanized Metal and Glass Outdoor Wall Sconce, Made in Italy

Located in Culver City, CA

Elegant form with two swinging glass doors and painted back plate. Made in italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Iron

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

$957 / item

H 20.88 in W 29.5 in D 10.25 in

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves

Materials

Resin

Vondel Side Table Handcrafted in Red Honed Travertine

$2,732 / item

H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 11.82 in

Vondel Side Table Handcrafted in Red Honed Travertine

By Kevin Frankental

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Designed as a midpoint between a sculpture and an accessory, the Vondel side table in honed red Travertine presents a sense of permanence – giving it a strong presence in a space. St...

Category

2010s South African Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' Wall Light in Blue for Nemo

$655 / item

H 5.1 in W 6.7 in D 3.1 in

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' Wall Light in Blue for Nemo

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina, Nemo Lighting 1

Located in Glendale, CA

Charlotte Perriand 'Applique à Volet Pivotant' wall light in blue for Nemo. Originally designed in the 1950s as the iconic CP1, these newly produced authorized re-editions are stil...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Böhlmarks, Wall Sconce, Brass, Metal, Sweden, c. 1950s

$2,800

H 15.43 in W 14.5 in D 10 in

Böhlmarks, Wall Sconce, Brass, Metal, Sweden, c. 1950s

By Bohlmarks

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and metal wall sconce designed and produced by Böhlmarks, Sweden, 1950s. Variable dimensions, measured as illustrated in the first image. Dimensions of back plate (inch...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage chandelier from the 1970s design C. Bonderup & T. Thorup for Fog & Mørup

$1,056Sale Price|30% Off

H 33.47 in Dm 26.19 in

Vintage chandelier from the 1970s design C. Bonderup & T. Thorup for Fog & Mørup

Located in None, IT

Large Danish gilt brass chandelier, design Claus Bonderup & Torsten Thorup for Fog & Mørup, 1970s. CONDITION: In good, working condition, may show signs of wear given by time. SIZI...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

rare Italian table lamp attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass

$6,436

H 18.51 in Dm 11.42 in

rare Italian table lamp attributed to Flavio Poli for Seguso Murano glass

By Seguso, Flavio Poli

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Table lamp from the 60s attributed to Italian designer Flavio Poli for Seguso. Faceted pyramid base in thick orange Murano glass, oval white glass shade. Original, highly decorative ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

ShiLU Sconce

$1,650 / item

H 10 in W 5.25 in D 12 in

ShiLU Sconce

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Part of Lumfardo Luminaries contemporary collection, the ShiLU Sconce is a fully Directional reading sconce crafted from patinated brass and steel hardware and fabric shade. Classic ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Steel, Brass

Danish Freestanding Oak Bookcase by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbler, 1960s.

$2,914

H 74.41 in W 74.02 in D 16.54 in

Danish Freestanding Oak Bookcase by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbler, 1960s.

By Henning Kjærnulf, Nyrup Møbelfabrik

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Freestanding Oak Bookcase by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbler, 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern 2 bay modular shelving system in solid and veneered light Nordic white oak. A...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Deco Sconce by Fabio Ltd

$1,350 / item

H 8.67 in W 11.82 in D 13 in

Deco Sconce by Fabio Ltd

By Fabio Ltd.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian Art Deco style wall light with amethyst Murano glass shade hand blown with bubbles inside the glass using Bollicine technique, mounted on bronzed finish frame / Designed by F...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Unusual Midcentury Pendant Lamp with Rosewood Rattle, Denmark, 1950s

$455

H 12.6 in Dm 7.09 in

Unusual Midcentury Pendant Lamp with Rosewood Rattle, Denmark, 1950s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Curious and unique entrance hall or corridor pendant light composed of bakelite, brass, opaline glass and rosewood. Anonymous Danish maker circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lighting Under $1,000

Antique and Vintage Lighting

Mid-Century Modern Lighting

20th Century Lighting

Metal Lighting

Lighting on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Pull Down Light", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Pull Down Light For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic pull down light available at 1stDibs. A pull down light — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Find 45 options for an antique or vintage pull down light now, or shop our selection of 26 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pull down light, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A pull down light is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made pull down light over the years, but those crafted by Neil Wilkin, Florian Schulz and Studio Greytak are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Pull Down Light?

The average selling price for a pull down light at 1stDibs is $3,980, while they’re typically $225 on the low end and $98,000 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.

Questions About Pull Down Light

Can you add a pull chain to a light fixture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.
What is a pull handle?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A pull handle is any type of handle that’s designed to help you pull an item. They are typically used on drawers and doors. Sometimes the pull handles on doors and drawers are referred to as pulls or the hardware. Shop a collection of pull handles from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a bell pull used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A bell pull is used for calling servants to a specific room in a home. During the Victorian era, owners of large estates installed elaborate bell systems. One bell pull went in every room and connected to a series of labeled bells in the servants' work area. When a person used the pull, the bell representing that room would ring to call a servant. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique bell pulls.
When were Bell pulls used?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bell pulls, often used to ring complex networks of bells, were very common from the late 18th to the early 20th century. They are still used in some applications today. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique bell pulls from some of the world’s top sellers.
What is a wagon pulled by horses called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are many names for wagons pulled by horses, including but not limited to stagecoaches, rig, gig and trap. Prior to the invention of the automobile, horse-drawn vehicles were more common and used for carrying people and goods via road, railway and even waterway. Shop a selection of horse-drawn wagon memorabilia on 1stDibs.
What are most popular kitchen cabinet pulls?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Traditional knobs and metal bars are the most popular kitchen cabinet pulls. They’re timeless and easily customizable.
What is the difference between a hand-pulled lithograph and an offset lithograph?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
In a hand-pulled lithograph, the image is painted or drawn by hand on the plate, which is then inked and used to make an impression on the print medium; in an offset lithograph, the inked image is transferred to a rubber blanket or roller, which is then used to mass-produce the prints.
What type of light is used in street lights?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs
What is a coach light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
What is a cloud light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
What is chandelier lighting?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
What is a string light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.
What is MOE lighting?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
What is a Sputnik light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
What is a tole light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.
What are dome lights?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.
What is a shop light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.
What is a mission light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.
What is chandelier light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.
What Is a swag light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.