Retractable Five Point Teak Chandelier by Domus
By Domus
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Domus Manufacturer: Domus Era: 1970s Materials: Teak Measurements: 16″ wide x 16″ deep x 16″ tall
Teak
Danish Modern "Candela" Teak Pendant Chandelier by Domus
By Domus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Teak wood, new light bulbs. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we ta...
Wood, Teak
Teak Pendant lamp by Domus
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
Large extendable teak hanging lamp by Domus, 1960s. The lamp's length can be adjusted using the pull mechanism. The pull mechanism works, and the length of the cord can be adjusted b...
Linen, Teak
Teak And Linen Umbrella Counter Balance Pendant By Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the largest version...
Linen, Teak
Teak Pendant Lamp by Domus, Mid-Century Modern, Adjustable Height
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
Large extendable teak hanging lamp by Domus, 1960s. The lamp's length can be adjusted using the pull mechanism. The pull mechanism (pendulum weight) works, and the length of the cord...
Teak
Large Danish Teak Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus 1960s
By Domus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome, Danish Mid-Century, teak ceiling lamp, manufactured in the 1950s by acclaimed Danish post-war manufacturer Domus. With the use of a pulley counterweight system, this exquis...
Linen, Rope, Teak
Teak Pendant Lamp by Domus, Scandinavian Design, Wool Shade, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
A wooden ceiling light by Domus from the 1960s. The body of the lamp is made of teak. The shade is made of wool fabric. The lamp has a wonderful Scandinavian design. The lamp's leng...
Linen, Teak
Teak 5 Armed Sputnik Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak 5 Armed Sputnik Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy Made of full teak wood chandelier Lamp is in good condition.
Teak
Pair of Wooden Wall Lamps by Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This beautiful pair of Domus wall lamps from the 1970s combines natural materials with a timeless geometric design. Crafted from high-quality wood, the lamps feature a fabric shade t...
Textile, Teak
Adjustable Wood and Fabric Shade Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This beautiful pendant lamp was designed and manufactured by Domus in Germany during the 1960s. It features a sculptural wooden frame combined with a softly textured fabric shade, cr...
Textile, Teak, Fabric
Adjustable Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp with a counterweight by Domus, crafted in the 1960s. The lamp features a beautifully shaped wooden body that reflects classic Scandinavian design, characterized...
Textile, Teak
Teak Pendant lamp by Domus
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
Large extendable teak hanging lamp by Domus, 1960s. The lamp's length can be adjusted using the pull mechanism. The pull mechanism (pendulum weight) works, and the length of the cord...
Teak, Linen
Mid Century Deckenleuchte Strahler Domus Teak Deckenlampe
By Domus
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eine wunderschöne 10-armige Deckenleuchte von Domus aus den 1960er Jahren zum Verkauf an. Die Lampe ist ein echter Eyecatcher in jedem Raum und verkörpert wie kaum ein and...
Teak
Teak Wood 5 Armed Ceiling Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak wood 5 armed ceiling lamp by Domus, 1970s Italy Made of full teak wood chandelier Lamp is in good condition.
Teak
Domus Danish Modern Teak Pendant Lamp, Denmark, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Vienna, AT
An elegant Danish modern pendant light from the 1970s, crafted by Domus in Denmark. Made of teak, this light features a minimalistic design with a diameter of 22 inches. The lamp ret...
Fabric, Wood
Teak And Linen Umbrella Counter Balance Pendant By Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
This is the largest version of the umbrella pendants by domus in teak and linen ( 81 cm wide and roughly 39 cm in height ). The linen is detachable and also washable if you would nee...
Linen, Teak
Teak And Linen Umbrella Counter Balance Pendant By Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the largest version...
Linen, Teak
Teak Wood Frame & Fabric Shade Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1980s, Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak wood frame & fabric shade pendant lamp by Domus, 1980s, Italy Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb....
Fabric, Teak
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 19.3 in
Adjustable Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp by Domus made in the 1960s. The body of the lamp is wood. The lamp has a Scandinavian design. Measurements of the shade: Height 27-100 cm Diameter 49 cm ...
Textile, Teak
Sold
H 39.38 in Dm 35.44 in
Adjustable Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp by Domus made in the 1960s. The body of the lamp is wood. The lamp has a Scandinavian design. Measurements of the shade: Height 100 cm Diameter 90 cm The ligh...
Textile, Teak
Conic Design Fabric Pendant Lamp with Teak Detail, 1960s, Germany
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Conic Design Fabric Pendant Lamp with Teak Detail, 1960s, Germany Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Max ...
Fabric, Teak
Midcentury Danish teak and perkament pendant by Domus, 1970s.
Located in Zaandam, NL
Midcentury teak and perkament pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great vintage condition with no real flaws to mention just some tiny aging spots as can be seen in the pics.
Teak, Paper
Ceiling lamp teak Domus counterweight vintage lamp 60s
By Domus
Located in Berlin, DE
We offer a beautiful Mid Century counterweight hanging lamp by Domus from Germany from the 1960s, 1970s for sale. Condition: Good used condition with age-related signs of wear (see ...
Teak
Teak Counterweight Selling Lamp By Domus Denmark 1970s.
By Domus
Located in Hannover, DE
This is a large Danish hanging lamp by Domus from Denmark. it is on from the Scandinavian Mordern in 1970s. Its is important to note that this is a counterweight lamp meaning the hei...
Wool, Teak
Teak and linen umbrella pendant hanging lamp by Domus, 1970s
By Domus
Located in Zaandam, NL
Teak and linen umbrella pendant by Domus, 1970s. This lamp is in great condition considering its age. The linen shade is removable if needed to be washed. This is the large version (...
Linen, Teak
Fabric Pendant Lamp with Teak Detail by Domus, 1960s, Germany
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Fabric Pendant Lamp with Teak Detail by Domus, 1960s, Germany Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Max 100W...
Fabric, Teak
Midcentury Teak Pendant Lamp with 3 Arms by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp by Domus made in the 1960s. The body of the lamp is teak. The lamp has a wonderful Scandinavian design. The height of the lighting is adjustable. Measurement...
Textile, Teak
Midcentury Teak Pendant Lamp with 5 Arms by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
A wooden pendant lamp by Domus made in the 1960s. The body of the lamp is teak. The lamp has a wonderful Scandinavian design. The height of the lighting is adjustable. Measurement...
Textile, Teak
Sold
H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in
Teak Wood & Fabric Shade Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1980s, Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak wood & fabric shade counterweight pendant lamp by Domus, 1980s Italy Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 ligh...
Fabric, Teak
Teak Wood & Fabric Shade Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1980s Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Teak Wood & Fabric Shade Counterweight Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1980s Italy Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 ligh...
Fabric, Teak
Elegant 1960s Mid-Century Domus Teak & Linen Counterweight Pendant Lamp
By Domus
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Elegant and large vintage teak pendant Light with counterweight from Domus.
Linen, Wood
Sold
H 13 in Dm 28.35 in
Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Vintage Domus Teak & Linen Counterweight Pendant Lamp
By Domus
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Stunning and large vintage teak pendant lamp with counterweight from Domus, type 2407.
Linen, Wood
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 31.5 in
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Domus Teak Linen Counterweight Pendant Lamp
By Domus
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Stunning and large vintage teak pendant lamp with counterweight from Domus, type 2415. The height-adjustable lamp is made of solid teak and the linen shade is removable and can be wa...
Wood, Linen
Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This adjustable hanging lamp, crafted by Domus in the 1960s, features a counterweight mechanism that allows you to adjust its height from 100 to 180 cm. By pulling the wooden handle ...
Textile, Teak
Sold
H 12.6 in Dm 23.23 in
Adjustable Midcentury Wooden Pendant Lamp with Counterweight by Domus, 1960s
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Pay what you want! Feel free to make an offer! A wooden pendant lamp by Domus made in the 1960s. The body of the lamp is wood. The lamp has a Scandinavian design. Measurements ...
Teak, Textile
Fabric and Wood Large Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1980s, Italy
By Domus
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Linen and wood large pendant lamp by Domus, 1980s, Italy Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with E27 light bulb. Max 100...
Fabric, Teak
Adjustable Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
By Domus Italia
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A great, geometrically shaped Domus wooden hanging lamp. We have the matching floor lamp in our shop. The lamp can be adjusted up from 130 to 300cm height. Executed in rattan and...
Metal
Huge Lovely Wooden Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
By Domus Italia
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Huge Lovely Wooden Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy Executed in pine wood and opline glass. The pendant lamp comes with 4 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and ...
Metal
Wood & Fabric Shade Adjustable Pendant Lamp by Domus, 1970s, Italy
By Domus Italia
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The lamp can be adjusted up from 75 to 175cm height. Executed in rattan and wood, the pendant lamp comes with 2 x E27 / E26 Edison screw fit bulb holder, is wired and in working...
Metal
$1,650Sale Price|20% Off
H 22.05 in W 29.53 in D 5.12 in
Midcentury Swedish Modern Teak and Satin Glass Chandelier, 1960s
By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
This beautiful vintage four-light chandelier was manufactured in Sweden in the 1960s. It is made of brass and teak and has got 4 satin opal glass lampshades. Condition is very goo...
Opal, Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Resin, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A polymer resin and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Some areas of minor dark spotting on resin fixture consistent with vintage age and normal use. Ove...
Resin, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A cream string fabric and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age and use. Age-appropriate patin...
Fabric, Teak
Teak & Rope Pendant by Ib Fabiansen for Fog&Mørup, Never Used
By Fog & Mørup, Ib Fabiansen
Located in Mortsel, BE
Introducing the exquisite hanging lamp designed by IB Fabiansen for Fog&Mørup, a Danish design gem that beautifully combines teak wood and rope to create a truly captivating lighting...
Rope, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A yellow fabric and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 125.5 ” H x 19.75” Diameter Overall height varies with cord length ...
Fabric, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Teak, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige fabric and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.0"H x 14.0"D Stem Length (inches...
Fabric, Teak
Fabric and Teak Counterweight Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Fabric and Teak Counterweight Pendant Lamp, 1970s, Germany Minimalist and rare design. Lampshade is in good condition and clean. This lamp works with 3x E27 light bulb. Max 100W...
Fabric, Teak
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Fabric, Teak, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige string fabric and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.125" Height x 14.0" Diameter Stem Length (inches): 5.5" Dim...
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Scandinavian Pendant Light in Rope, Wood and Perspex
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large Scandinavian style pendant light from the 60s. Metal frame with jute rope, plastic light cover and wooden parts. The lamp has one sockets for incandescent lamp with screw base...
Metal
Five-Globe Shades Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Chrome milk glass globes Mid-Century Modern light fixture.
Chrome
Large Temde pendant lamp made of teak and sisal cord 1960s
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Nienstädt, DE
Large Temde sisal and teak pendant lamp Danish Modern design Height-adjustable Diameter 55 cm; height 80–120 cm E26 / E27 socket Overall good condition with slight signs of use ...
Rope, Teak
$457Sale Price|55% Off
H 47.25 in Dm 29.53 in
Great Round Midcentury Chandelier Brass Teak Wood White Glass Esperia Design
By Esperia
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Great round midcentury chandelier brass teak wood white glass Esperia Design. 8 light bulbs E14 Max 40 watt each.
Brass
Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Teak, Fabric, Sweden, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A beige string fabric and teak pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. In good vintage condition, with visible wear consistent with age and use. Retains original wi...
Fabric, Teak
Large Pendant Lamp in Beechwood from Domus Denmark 1980s
By Domus
Located in Nienstädt, DE
Domus Large pendant light Beautifully designed fixture Rare model Creates pleasant, atmospheric lighting Width 65 cm, depth 52 cm, height 23 cm plus 130 cm cord 1 x E26 / E27 socket ...
Fabric, Plastic, Beech
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.85 in Dm 16.54 in
Mid-Century Wooden Pendant Lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Sweden, 1960s
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This wooden pendant lamp by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, crafted in the 1960s, creates a very natural and inviting atmosphere, making any space feel warm and cozy. Meticulously crafted from ...
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak, Chipboard & Wool Pendant Lamp
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautifully simple Scandinavian pendant lamp is a unique combination of a wool-like fabric and teak plywood. Designed in the classic style of the 1950s and 60s, the lamp is furt...
Wool, Teak, Parchment Paper
$1,184Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 13 in Dm 27.5 in
Isamu Noguchi Akari Light Sculpture, Model 70EN Ceiling Lamp
By Isamu Noguchi
Located in Centreville, VA
Akari Light Sculptures by Isamu Noguchi are considered icons of 1950s modern design. Designed by Noguchi beginning in 1951 and handmade for a half century by the original manufacture...
Bamboo, Paper
Rosso Glass Wall Mirror
By Specchi Veneziani
Located in Milan, IT
Crafted in the finest Murano tradition, this exquisite Venetian mirror is a true work of art. Assembled with crystal and gold elements, and adorned with red glass flowers, each piece...
Glass
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Inglewood, 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
$8,941 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
$2,500 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Paavo Tynell 'Model 5321' Brass and Rattan Table Lamp
By Gubi, Paavo Tynell
Located in Los Angeles, 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...
Brass, Metal
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$6,510 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$592 / item
H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 2 in
Set of 2 Brutalist Whitewashed Reclaimed Wood Collage Tiles by Peter Glassford
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
A sculptural White wash collage tiles part of the Brutal Nature collection by Peter Glassford, handcrafted from reclaimed wood fragments and assembled into a richly textured, one-of-...
Wood
Sculptural Curved Display or Side Table in Cerused Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large side or coffee table, cerused oak, Europe, 1960s This eccentric large display table or coffee table is made in a precise manner, implementing geometrical shapes and straight l...
Oak
$2,160 / item
H 10 in W 16 in D 16 in
Collectible Modern Fabric Sculptural Table Lamp by Mirei Monticelli, Aphrodite
By Costantini
Located in New York, NY
The Aphrodite lamp takes form from the godess Venus born of sea-spray, depicted by the revered painter Sandro Boticelli. The lampshade is made from banaca fabric, and the lamp base i...
Cement
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
"Voltaire" Figured Oak Sideboard by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Step into the allure of 1930s French sophistication with our exquisitely hand-crafted Voltaire sideboard, a homage to the Post-Deco era. Meticulously designed, this sideboard capture...
Oak
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$13,704 / item
H 36.2 in Dm 47.2 in
Silk and Organza over Metal "5 Palms" Chandelier by Aqua Creations
By Aqua Creations
Located in linden, NJ
The 5 Palms chandelier is part of the Palm Family which takes its inspiration directly from nature while playing with movement and grace. The ceiling fixture is highly customizable, ...
Steel
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.