Emil Stejnar Brass Crystal Flushmount or Sconce, circa 1950s
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Emil Stejnar brass crystal flushmount or sconce, circa 1950s Original condition.
Brass
Two Nickel Plated Art Deco Ceiling Lamps, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Two nickel plated Art Deco ceiling lamps, circa 1920s Original old glasses.
Nickel
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp circa 1910s with Original Glass Shade
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp circa 1910s with original glass shade Polished and stove enameled.
Brass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp, circa 1908 with Original Glass Shades
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp, circa 1908 with original glass shades. Polished and stove enameled.
Brass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp with Opaline Glass Shade, circa 1910s
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp with opaline glass shade, circa 1910s Brass polished and stove enamelled The 3rd picture is the color of the shade it is slightly blue ( through the flash, ...
Brass
Art Deco Flushmounts, circa 1940 by Seguso in Murano Glass, Italy
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Seven 2- light plafonniers or flush mounts in Murano glass and brass made by Seguso in Murano, Italy, circa 1940. We can attribute these to Seguso since we have another piece with it...
Brass
Matching Pair of Lamps Art Deco Skyscraper, circa 1930
Located in Devon, England
Very striking matching pair of Art Deco ceiling lights which also double as table lamps. Lovely skyscraper glass shades in sandblasted frosted glass with a geometrical shape (opening...
Chrome
Italian Ceiling Light, circa 1950, Brass and Ivory Lacquer
By Gino Sarfatti, Arredoluce, Stilnovo, Paolo Buffa
Located in Vienna, AT
Large Italian ceiling light from the 1940-1950s. Eight brass arms, individually curved, with Ivory lacquered socket covers - each with an original brass E14 socket. Good original con...
Brass, Aluminum
Paavo Tynell Model H2-70 for Idman circa 1960
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Pair of Ceiling lamps designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman model H2-70. The lamp is composed by an opaline bowl shade and a copper difuseur on the bottom, Both lamps are stamp by the e...
Copper
Pair of Swedish Wall Lamps by Fagerhults, circa 1960s
By Fagerhult
Located in Stockholm, SE
Produced by Fagerhults Belysning, Sweden, 1960s. Brass and opaline glass shades. Rare model, good condition with minor signs of usage and patina.
Brass
Italian Brutalist Wall Light in Handwrought Lacquered Iron, circa 1970
Located in Merida, Yucatan
2-light Italian Brutalist sconce in handwrought and lacquered Iron and glass, circa 1970.
Iron
J.T. Kalmar Ceiling or Wall Lamp, circa 1960s 'Marked'
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, AT
J.T. Kalmar ceiling or wall lamp, circa 1960s (Marked) Very good original condition. 2 bulbs.
Metal
Ceiling Lamp in the Style of Art Deco, circa 1980s
Located in Wien, AT
Ceiling lamp in the style of Art Deco, circa 1980s Brass and opal glass Original condition.
Opal, Brass
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp circa 1930s with Original Opal Glasses
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco ceiling lamp circa 1930s with original opal glasses White painted wood on top Original condition.
Opal, Brass, Nickel
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamps with Little Cut Glass Balls, circa 1910s
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamps with original cut glass balls, circa 1910 Polished and stove enamelled Wooden plate white painted
Crystal, Brass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp Vienna circa 1908 with Original Glass Shade
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp Vienna, circa 1908 with original glass shade Brass polished and stove enameled The glass shade is slightly green.
Brass
Art Deco Bauhaus Porcelain Wall or Ceiling Lamp, circa 1920s
By Bauhaus
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus Porcelain wall or ceiling lamp, circa 1920s The last pictures shows it how it would look like as an wall lamp Original condition.
Ceramic
Art Deco Bauhaus Porcelain Wall or Ceiling Lamp, circa 1920s
By Bauhaus
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus Porcelain wall or ceiling lamp, circa 1920s The last pictures shows it how it would look like as an wall lamp Original condition.
Porcelain
Large Spanish Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal support, circa 1950s
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish sunburst light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass ...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
Art Deco Bauhaus Porcelain Ceiling Lamp with Original Glass, circa 1920s
By Bauhaus
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco Bauhaus porcelain ceiling lamp with original glass, circa 1920s Original condition.
Porcelain, Glass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp with Very Beautiful Original Cut-Glass, circa 1908
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp with very beautiful original cut-glass, circa 1908 polished and stove enameled.
Brass
Art Deco Ceiling Lamp with Original Glass Shade, Vienna, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco ceiling lamp with original glass shade, Vienna, circa 1920s Polished and stove enameled.
Brass
Art Deco Nickel-Plated Ceiling Lamp with Glass Sticks, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco nickel-plated ceiling lamp with glass sticks, circa 1920s The glass sticks are replaced (new) 7 bulbs.
Brass, Nickel
Small Wall or Ceiling Stejnar Lamp for Rupert Nikoll, circa 1970s
By Rupert Nikoll, Emil Stejnar
Located in Wien, AT
Small Stejnar wall or ceiling lamp for Rupert Nikoll, circa 1970s. The third picture shows how it would be look like as a wall lamp. Original condition.
Crystal, Brass
Paavo Tynell Model 2098R in Its Larger Version for Idman, circa 1950
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell model 2098 R on its larger version. Ceiling lamp in opaline with brass decoration, the lamp is stamp by the editor Idman. Dimension : 60 cm diameter. Paavo Tynell was a...
Opaline Glass
Paavo Tynell model 20428 for Idman, brass rattan & glass, circa 1950.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell model 20428 made by Idman in the 40's. The lamp is in good condition for its age, it is composed of a square wood shade, a glass diffuser and a brass decoration on the b...
Brass
Large Spanish Sunburst fixture in Gilt Metal with support, circa 1950
Located in La xara, VC
Large Spanish sunburst light in gilt metal and frosted glass, Spain, 1950s. Midcentury antique gilt iron frame or pendant with laurel leaf motifs surrounding a central frosted glass ...
Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf
White Porcelain Wall or Ceiling Lamp with Original Glass Shade, circa 1920s
By Bauhaus
Located in Wien, AT
White porcelain wall or ceiling lamp with original glass shade, circa 1920s original condition
Porcelain, Glass
Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp Vienna circa 1909 with Opaline Glass and Glass Sticks
Located in Wien, AT
Jugendstil ceiling lamp Vienna circa 1909 with opaline glass and glass sticks Polished and stove enameled Red opaline glass stones Glass sticks are replaced (new).
Brass
Very Rare Suspension Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, circa 1950s
By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A very rare pendant lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, circa 1950s. Cup-shaped reflector in white lacquered and coppered aluminium. Counter cup in perforated and nickeled br...
Brass, Aluminum, Copper, Nickel
Paavo Tynell model 9045, large opal glass and brass for Taito circa 1960.
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Large Paavo Tynell flush mount model 9045 for Taito. The lamp is made with a brass core and a large opal glass ( 60 cm ) the largest version of this model. The lamp is in really good...
Brass
White Oval Porcelain Wall or Ceiling Lamp with Original Glass Shade, circa 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
White porcelain wall or ceiling lamp with original glass shade, circa 1920s Original condition.
Porcelain, Glass
Paavo Tynell " Starry Sky" Ceiling Light Model 9068 for Idman, circa 1950
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Iconic scandinavian lamp, the starry sky is one of the master piece created by Paavo Tynell. All original and rare Starry Sky model 9068 produced by Idman Oy and designed by Paavo Ty...
Aluminum, Brass
Paavo Tynell Model 2098R in Its Larger Version for Idman, circa 1950
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Paavo Tynell model 2098 R on its larger version. Ceiling lamp in opaline with brass decoration, the lamp is stamp by the editor Idman. Dimension : 60 cm diameter.
Brass
Rare Suspension Lamp Mod.1953 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy circa 1950s
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A very rare counterbalance chandelier lamp by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, circa 1950s. This suspension light is made of cup-shaped reflector in grey lacquered metal and figu...
Brass, Metal
Mid-Century Modern Blown Glass Pair of Wall Lights by Doria, Germany, circa 1970
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Pair of Space Age wall lamps or sconces, manufactured by Doria Leuchten in Germany in amber coloured blown glass and still retaining the original label. Priced as a pair.
Murano Glass
J.T.Kalmar Tulipan Chandelier or Flush Mount, Vienna, circa 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Tulipan chandelier by Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, circa 1960s. White laquered nine-light metal and brass frame and 41 tulip blow glass elements. In an absol...
Metal, Brass
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Rupert Nikoll Flush Mount, circa 1950s
By Rupert Nikoll
Located in Wien, AT
Rupert Nikoll flush mount, circa 1950s Good original condition.
Brass
Kalmar Glass Flush Mount Light Fixture, circa 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful star-shaped light fixture by Kalmar Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury in 1960s. It is made of frosted glass and a white lacquered and nickel-plated (chrome) fr...
Metal, Chrome, Nickel
Bronze Ships Light Sconce Flush Mount, circa 1920
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous sconce from a ships interior. Bronze and very heavy duty with an enameled interior. In excellent working order. Original thick curved glass lens protected by bronze ribs acr...
Bronze
Semi Flush Mount Attributed to Luigi Brusotti, circa 1945, Italy
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Vienna, AT
Semi flush mount attributed to Luigi Brusotti, circa 1945, Italy. Beautifully preserved ceiling lampmount with a 19.5" glass disk and a small satin glass dome. The light is in very g...
Brass
Brass Disc Semi Flush Mount Or Chandelier, Italy, circa 1955
By Luigi Brusotti
Located in Vienna, AT
Floating brass disc semi flush mount in wonderful condition with a diameter of 22", Italy circa 1955 Elegant art-deco-ish disc lamp from 3 polished brass discs and a lacquered on ...
Brass
Large Brass and Fabric Semi Flush Lamp Austria, circa 1955
By J.T. Kalmar, Josef Frank
Located in Vienna, AT
Large 25.6" semi flush mount or chandelier, made in Austria in 1950 Beautiful light that in its stylistic criteria is leaning towards pieces by Kalmar or Josef Frank of that time....
Brass
Silvered Brass and Glass Flush Mount by Bakalowits, Austria, circa 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Elegant midcentury glass and silvered brass flush mount by Bakalowits & Sohne, Austria, circa 1960s. Socket: six Edison (e14) for standard screw bulbs. Very good condition.
Brass
Large Glass Silvered Flush Mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large midcentury glass and silvered brass flush mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s. Socket: 9 x (e14) for standard screw bulbs. In a very good original condition. (...
Glass
Large Glass Silvered Flush Mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
A large midcentury glass and silvered brass flush mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s. Socket: 9 x (e14) for standard screw bulbs. In a very good original condition. (...
Glass
Large Angelo Mangiarotti for Vistosi "Giogali“ Glass Flush Mount, circa 1960s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Large "Giogali“ Murano glass flush mount by Angelo Mangiarotti for Vistosi, Italy, circa 1960s This fixture is made of 200 Murano glass elements hanging on the nickeled frame. Sock...
Nickel
Flush Mount by Palwa, Gilt Brass and Crystal Glass, circa 1970s
By Palwa
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Wonderful midcentury, gilt brass flush mount with square lens glasses. A high - quality light fixture in the Hollywood Regency style made by Palwa, Germany, circa 1970s. The chande...
Crystal, Brass
Round Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light by Doria, circa 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Mid - century glass flush mount designed by Doria Leuchten, Germany, circa 1960s. It is composed of textured glass tubes, polished brass and white patinated metal frame. Lamp socket:...
Brass, Metal
Geometric Gilt Brass and Crystal Flush Mount Attr. to Lobmeyr, circa 1960s
By J.L Lobmeyr
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Rare austrian gilt brass and crystal geometric flush mount or wall light arttr. to Lobmeyr, circa 1950s, Vienna, Austria. Newly rewired for US standards.
Crystal, Brass
Gilt Brass and Glass Flush Mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s
By Bakalowits & Söhne
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Elegant midcentury glass and gilt brass flush mount by Bakalowits & Soehne, Austria, circa 1960s. Socket: six Edison (e14) for standard screw bulbs. Very good condition.
Brass
French Art Nouveau Bronze and Opalescent Glass Flush Mount circa 1920
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Charming solid and Heavy Bronze flush mount or sconce, with a hand blown opalescent coloured glass globe. The globe has a tiny clear bubble which can be spotted in the photos, this i...
Crystal, Bronze
French Art Deco Crystal Flush Mount / Pendant Light, circa 1940, Attr. Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in Merida, Yucatan
Charming chandelier with handcut central globe, most likely made by Baccarat in France, circa 1930-1940, in bronze and moulded and handcut lead crystal. This light can be installed ...
Crystal, Bronze
Fontana Arte Model 2448 Glass Nickel Flush Mount Chandelier, Italy, circa 1967
By Fontana Arte
Located in Vienna, AT
Fontana Arte Model 2448 glass nickel brass, Italy, circa 1967 Beautiful chipped glass chandelier or semi flush mount with a diameter of 18.9". It is in very good to excellent cond...
Brass, Nickel
Vintage French Crystal and Brass Globe Form Flush Mount Chandelier, circa 1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage French style chandelier features globe form with brass frame and strung crystal beads, wired for US electrical, circa 1950. Measures: 12.5" drop x 11" diameter.
Crystal, Brass
Vintage French Crystal and Brass Dome Form Flush Mount Chandelier, circa 1950
Located in Big Flats, NY
Vintage French style chandelier features dome form with brass frame and strung crystal beads, wired for US electrical, circa 1950. Measures: 7" drop x 11" diameter.
Crystal, Brass
Beautiful Amethyst Flush Mount in the Style of Maison Baguès, circa 1960s
By Maison Baguès
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
Beautiful eight - light flower light fixture attributed to Maison Baguès, France, circa 1960s. This fixture is made of gilt brass and cut crystal /glass flowers. Socket: eight x Ed...
Brass
Antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures can help you create inviting, ambient lighting in your space, and who doesn’t want that?
While electric light bulbs were a huge improvement over gas and oil lamps for lighting our homes, we still had much work to do in order to arrive at the broad range of table lamps, pendants, sconces and other fixtures that are available today.
Lighting technology and design improved substantially over time. Engaging engineers, scientists, architects and designers alike, the field of lighting became a major proving ground for state-of-the-art materials like plastics, inventive new mechanisms and emotionally resonant styles that included the ethereal (Isamu Noguchi’s Akari light sculpture), the whimsical (Gino Sarfatti’s 2109 ceiling light and Sputnik chandelier) and the eclectically postmodern (the Toio floor lamp crafted by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni). Eventually, flush mount light fixtures became a practical option for home lighting.
Flush mount lighting fixtures are among the most convenient ways to light a small room with a low ceiling. These structures sit directly against the ceiling’s surface and cast light downward, illuminating a large area and defining the room. Semi-flush mount lighting fixtures hang several inches from the ceiling. They also produce ambient light but can be a little more decorative and lean toward the style of chandeliers.
Flush mount lighting is versatile. Larger fixtures distribute more ambient light across the center of the room, while smaller flush mount fixtures are best for accent or task lighting. The main drawback of flush mount fixtures is that they don’t make a strong statement. You can remedy this by strategically arranging decorative accents that flourish in soft lighting.
Lighting is an essential part of any interior design project. Often, having the right light fixture is key to creating an attractive, radiant room. Ample lighting paired with enticing design creates an elevated, inviting atmosphere, helping to set the desired mood. Selecting the right lighting for your home, however, isn’t merely about creating an especially bright bedroom or a moody dining room. There are many different kinds of fixtures and illumination to consider, with flush mount lighting fixtures among them.
Make a statement with a<a href=/furniture/lighting/flush-mount-ceiling-lights/material/metal/ target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> metal flush mount lighting fixture — a copper or chrome fixture can prove dazzling in your living room. Art Deco flush mount lighting fixtures, with their geometrical shapes and unique detailing in crystal, glass and brass, will go toward creating a cohesive look amid your collection of authentic Art Deco era posters and other wall decor.
Hollywood Regency fixtures — defined by a flamboyant design style for which we credit decorator Dorothy Draper — can introduce glamour and glitz to your living room with their mirrored finishes and complex floral motifs.
Explore a collection of antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures on 1stDibs to see what style best suits your space.
A flush mount light is generally a dome-shaped light fixture that is mounted flush with the ceiling.
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.
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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.