Space Age Bubble Pendant Lamp, East Germany, 1970s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
, hailing from Germany. Its unusual design sets it apart from typical East German lighting, featuring a
Plastic
Brown green Fat Lava ceramic lamp East Germany 1960s Scheurich
By West German Pottery
Located in Valladolid, ES
Amazing Fat Lava ceramic piece, East Germany, 1960s, by Scheurich Keramic ,Original lampshade. Fat
Ceramic, Cotton, Fabric
Mid Century East German Table Lamp Circa 1960s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid Century East German Table Lamp Circa 1960s - Black marble bases - On/Off switche on the base
Marble, Brass
Space Age Cascade Pendant Lamp, East Germany, 1970s
Located in Hagenbach, DE
design sensibilities of 1970s East Germany. The light requires three E26/E27 light bulbs. Works with US
Metal
$1,426
H 58.27 in W 13 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamp by PGH Leuchtenbau, East Germany, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
decorative example of East German mid-century lighting design. Product number: 250907
Metal
Vintage Red East German Table Lamp from AKA Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This table lamp was produced by AKA Leuchten in former DDR ( East Germany) during the 1970s. It
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
East German Ship Mast Light by Fortschritt Landmaschiner. Year 1984.
Located in Canterbury, England
Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass is the date of issue: 1984. This lamp
Metal
Vintage Orange East German Table Lamp from AKA Leuchten, 1970s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This table lamp was produced by AKA Leuchten in former DDR ( East Germany) during the 1970s. It
Aluminum, Chrome, Iron
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from Reif Dresden, 1950s
By Reif Dresden
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by REIF DRESDEN in former East Germany during the
Iron
$504
H 9.06 in W 31.5 in D 7.09 in
Industrial East German Fluorescent Tube Light From Leuchtenbau Wittenberg, 1980s
By Leuchtenbau Wittenberg
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Light grey industrial fluorescent tube light made by Leuchtenbau Wittenberg in former East Germany
Aluminum
$587
H 5.91 in W 4.72 in D 4.33 in
Mid-Century Space Age East German GDR Clamp Lamp from Krania, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Space Age East German GDR Clamp Lamp from Krania, 1960s, in Very Good conditions
Metal
Mid Century Modern Bubble Glas Flush Mount by VEB, East Germany, 1960s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This flush mount crafted by the renowned VEB brand from Dresden, East Germany, is a stunning
Brass
East German Ships Mast Light, Fully Wired for Modern Use. Year 1988
Located in Canterbury, England
Landmaschiner in the DDR (East Germany). Hand etched into the glass is the date of issue: 1988. This lamp
Metal
$779 / item
H 17.33 in W 8.27 in D 10.24 in
1/4 Rare 1970s Military Landing Zone Lamp from East Germany
By VEB Narva
Located in Echt, NL
Rare DDR landing lamp used by the 'Nationale Volksarmee' (NVA) in the 1970s. Four items available. The lamp can be used as a desk or table lamp. It comes with the original b...
Metal
$358
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 23.63 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB ZWECKLEUCHTENBAU DRESDEN in former East
Iron
$651
H 16.15 in Dm 7.09 in
Post-War Helion Bakelite Desk Task Lamp East German Industrial 1950s MidCentury
By VEB Leuchten, Helion Arnstadt
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
1950s desk lamp designed for Helion VEB Leuchtenbau in the city of Arnstadt, East Germany
Steel
$419
H 6.3 in Dm 8.27 in
Vintage Mid-Century Sconce or Flush Mount from VEB Görlitz, East Germany 1970.
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Trieste, IT
A Former East German Company VEB Görlitz was producing a line of diverse lamps for every type of
Aluminum
$238 / item
H 12.6 in Dm 14.97 in
East German Enamel Factory Light by LBD Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial enamel factory lamp made by Lbd Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden in East Germany during the
Enamel, Iron
$238
H 11.82 in Dm 14.97 in
East German Black Enamel Factory Light by LBD Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial enamel factory light made by LBD Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden in East Germany during the
Enamel, Iron
$238
H 18.9 in Dm 18.9 in
East German Black Enamel Factory Light by LBD Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial enamel factory light made by LBD Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden in East Germany during the
Enamel, Iron
$322
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 23.63 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden in former East
Iron
$1,844
H 11.81 in Dm 11.42 in
Mid-Century Modern East German Moon Pendant Lamp by Verner Panton, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Hamburg, DE
point in order to individually determine the shape and lighting effect of the lamp. The slats serve both
Metal
$238
H 16.15 in Dm 16.54 in
East German Black Enamel Factory Light by Lbd Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial enamel factory light made by Lbd Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden in East Germany during the
Enamel, Iron
$239 / item
H 11.03 in W 7.09 in D 8.67 in
1970s East German Eow Aluminium Industrial Wall Light with Diffuser Glass Dome
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
East Germany in the 1970's for the nautical marine industry. A quality item not seen on the high
Aluminum, Brass
$1,900Sale Price / set|50% Off
H 6.5 in W 3.35 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Large Crystal East German DDR Veb Narva Leuchten Mid Century Wall Lamps
By VEB Narva
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large 1960s crystal East German wall lights by Veb Narva Leuchten. Came out of a public
Crystal, Enamel, Chrome
East German Amber Glass Ceiling Light from Doria, 1970s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Zohor, SK
Large globe pendant light/hanging lamp by Doria, Germany, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970
Nickel
Vintage East German Dandelion Chandelier
Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU
previously hung in the Palace of the Republic in East Germany and is an extremely rare piece. The design is
Brass
East German Industrial Pendant, 1960s
Located in Freiburg, DE
This pendant is marked 'VEB Narva Artas Arnstadt DDR.'.
Metal
Unavailable
H 7.88 in W 7.49 in D 25.99 in
Reif Dresden Scissor Lamp, Bauhaus Industrial Wall Lamp, 1950s, East Germany
By Reif Dresden
Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz
Brand: Reif Dresden, 1950s, East Germany Betr-Nr. 1231/3507 This Bauhaus artist studio wall
Metal
Unavailable
H 29.53 in Dm 7.88 in
VEB Narva Brass and Bubble Glass Cascade Ceiling Lamp, East-Germany, 1970s
By VEB
Located in Hagenbach, Rheinland Pfalz
This luxury cascade lamp manufactured by VEB Narva Leuchten in Lengenfeld in DDR consists of 7 brass lampshades with bubble glass elements. The length of the lampshades can be set in...
Brass
Unavailable
H 59.06 in Dm 19.69 in
Rare Custom East German Pendant Lights by VEB Kristalleuchte, Germany, 1960s
By VEB
Located in BUDAPEST, HU
Very rare pendant lights originating from Socialist Government workers holiday resort on lake Balaton, Hungary. Custom made in limited quantity. Unfindable on the market. Six items...
Aluminum
Unavailable
H 47.25 in W 16.54 in D 10.63 in
Three-Shade Red Floor Lamp from Kuspi, Space Age in East Germany, 1970s
Located in Warsaw, PL
A red floor lamp that refers to the Space Age style from East Germany preserved in very good
Metal, Aluminum
Pair of Large 6-Light Sconces VEB Narva, East Germany, 1960s
By VEB Narva
Located in Frisco, TX
and tubes. Manufactured in Leipzig by VEB Narva Leuchtenbau, East Germany in the 1960s. Each fixture
Chrome, Iron
East German Glass "Dandelion" Chandelier
Located in Chicago, IL
previously hung in the Palace of the Republic in East Germany and is an extremely rare piece. The design is
Brass
East German Brass Lobby Chandelier
By Kaiser
Located in London, GB
A 1950s Eastern German brass ceiling pendant, with large enameled ceiling rose. In the style of
Enamel, Brass
1960s Wooden Floor Lamp East Germany
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use - Shades with patina
Wood
East German Aluminum Bulkhead Lights
Located in London, GB
A number of East German aluminium bulkhead lights. Re-wired and PAT tested. Large quantity
Latern (1 pieces) | Original East German army tripod
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Original from East German army. Also perfect for use outdoors. Green coloured tripod with black
Iron
East German Industrial Factory Lamp, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Vintage former GDR industrial lamp .Made during the 1960s by Leuchtenbau Wittenberg The lampshade is black on the outside and white enameled inside. Bakelite top. New porcelain socke...
Metal
East German Chrome Medical Desk Light by Grandiosa
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Medical desk light by Grandiosa . DDR Chrome body with blue metal base Red glass lens (removable) Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suit...
Iron
East German Bakelite Conical Factory Lights, circa 1950s
Located in Gloucester, GB
East German bakelite conical factory lights, circa 1950s Product code #OA476 - Price is per
Mid Century East German Table Lamps, Circa 1960s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Mid century East German table lamps Circa 1960s - Black marble bases - On/Off switches on the
Brass
1970s, East German, VEB Leuchtenbau Produced Copper Drop Pendant
By VEB Leuchten, Tom Dixon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century East German copper drop ceiling pendant by VEB Leuchtenbau, 1970s. 'VEB' or Volks
Copper
Pair of East German Brass Lobby Wall Lights
By Kaiser
Located in London, GB
A pair of East German brass lobby wall lights, in the style of 1950s Kaiser Leuchten.
Brass
Rare 1970s Brass & Glass Table Lamp for AKA Elektrik, East Germany
By AKA Elektrik, VEB Leuchten, Eero Saarinen
Located in Glendale, CA
modernist lighting designers in East Germany during the Soviet era. Their iconic designs have long been
Brass
East German Industrial Lamp from VEB Narva Artas Arnstadt, 1960s
By VEB Narva
Located in Kojetice, CZ
An old bakelite barn lamp with iron grid from East Germany. Producer- VEB narva Artas Arnstadt DDR
Iron
Industrial Scissor Lamp from Reif Dresden, East Germany, 1950s
By Reif Dresden
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by Reif Dresden in former East Germany in the
Iron
Sold
H 11.82 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Set of Table Lamps, Space Age, VEB Leuchtenbau Leipzig, East Germany, 1976
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Schwerin, MV
Two rare and elegant table lamps made of opal glass with a chrome-plated metal base made by VEB Leuchtenbau Leipzig, GDR - design classic of the Space Age era, 1976. The lamps impres...
Chrome
Sold
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 23.63 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB ZWECKLEUCHTENBAU DRESDEN in former East
Iron
Sold
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 23.63 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB ZWECKLEUCHTENBAU DRESDEN in former East
Iron
Sold
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 23.63 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1960s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB ZWECKLEUCHTENBAU DRESDEN in former East
Iron
Sold
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 27.56 in
Industrial East German Scissor Lamp from VEB Zweckleuchtenbau Dresden, 1960s
By VEB Leuchten
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by VEB ZWECKLEUCHTENBAU DRESDEN in former East
Iron
Sold
H 15.75 in Dm 16.54 in
East German Black Enamel Factory Light by Lbd Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden, 1950s
By VEB
Located in Kojetice, CZ
Industrial enamel factory lamp made by Lbd Veb Leuchtenbau Dresden in East Germany during the
Enamel, Iron
Sold
H 11.82 in W 6.3 in D 27.56 in
Industrial Green East German Scissor Wall Lamp from Reif Dresden, 1960s
By Reif Dresden
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage industrial scissor lamp was produced by REIF DRESDEN in former East Germany during the
Iron
Tettau (2 pieces) | East European wall light
Located in Amsterdam, NL
East European spot light. Pendant / wall lamp. Army green aluminium with white interior. Bakelite
Aluminum
Mid-Century East German Floor Lamp with Pleated Shade, 1970s
Located in Praha, CZ
This Mid-Century Modern floor lamp was produced in East Germany (GDR) during the 1970s and reflects
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 40.16 in W 79.53 in D 57.09 in
Modular Ceiling Light from the Palast Der Republik, Berlin 'East', 1976
By Peter Rockel
Located in Berlin, DE
Ceiling or wall lamp, designed by Peter Rockel, East Germany, 1976. Large ceiling lamp with 12
On Hold|$3,750
H 19 in W 95.38 in D 19.13 in
Wim Wilson Floating Credenza for Castelijn – 1964, Model D242
By Wim Wilson, Castelijn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A refined example of Dutch Mid-Century design, this floating credenza, Model D242, was thoughtfully designed by Wim Wilson for Castelijn in 1964. This elegant piece embodies the era'...
Aluminum
$1,238
H 19.69 in Dm 19.69 in
Professional Large Sphere Disco Ball Mirror Mosaic with Rotor 80s 50 cm Diameter
Located in Palermo, IT
Professional Large Sphere Disco Ball Mirror Mosaic with Rotor 80s Never used, still in its original packaging. Excellent condition. Immediate shipping with adequate and insured packa...
Metal
ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 4 by Guilherme Torres
By Guilherme Torres
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee table of casual elegance. The metal-covered surface of the body also quotes futuristic...
Brass
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
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
Stilnovo Table Lamp, 1950s
By Stilnovo
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare Stilnovo table lamp from the 1950s. Marble base with two intertwining brass arms and shades lacquered in red and off-white. Nice original condition with some patina. Two origina...
Marble, Aluminum, Brass
$719
H 10.83 in W 2.96 in D 3.94 in
Murano, Submerged Glass Vase, Colour Smoky Gray, Mandruzzato Italy, 1960s
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Roma, IT
Large multi-faceted glass vase by Mandruzzato. This beautiful piece is very elegant thanks to the delicate line and the smoky-transparent color. It is rare, not only for its shape bu...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Stilnovo table lamp model 4639 Italy 1960
By Stilnovo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
The classy and rare Table Lamp Model 4639, designed and produced by Stilnovo in 1960, is a striking example of mid-century modern design. Interestingly, this lamp also exudes the cha...
Metal
$587
H 11.81 in W 27.95 in D 27.95 in
Mid-Century Italian Space Age Demetrio Coffee Lounge Table by Vico, 1960s
By Vico Magistretti
Located in Hamburg, DE
Simple coffee table by the renowned manufacturer Artemide after a design by Vico Magistretti from the 60s. A simple design with elegant curves. The flat table has a square design. T...
Plastic
$9,252 / set
H 31.5 in W 23.43 in D 22.05 in
Six Stamped S33 Mart Stam 1-06G Marcel Breuer Leather Armchairs Made in Italy
By Mart Stam
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this set of six fully stamped, original Mart Stam 1-06G, Marcel Breuer S33 armchairs in brown leather circa 1980’s I have another single of thes...
Chrome
$4,555 / set
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Set of Lounge Chairs by Douglas Deeds for Architectural Fiberglass Co, 1972
By Douglas Deeds, Architectural Fiberglass
Located in Echt, NL
Sculptural pair of fiberglass lounge chairs in excellent condition. Designed by Douglas Deeds in the 1970s. Manufactured by Architectural Fiberglass Co. a division of Architectura...
Fabric, Carbon Fiber
Guillerme & Chambron Oak End Tables, France 1950's
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in New York, NY
A pair of end tables in oak by Guillerme & Chambron, a very atypical design that rests on asymmetrical legs.
Oak
$3,836Sale Price|20% Off
H 63 in W 22.05 in D 11.42 in
Early Cini Boeri Accademia Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy 1978
By Artemide, Cini Boeri
Located in Milan, IT
An Early Cini Boeri Accademia Floor Lamp for Artemide, Italy 1978
Metal
$620Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 21.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Poul Henningsen 4/3 Table Lamp from the 1960s
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Søborg, DK
Vintage Poul Henningsen 4/3 table lamp for Louis Poulsen This is an early PH 4/3 table lamp with a bakelite E27 bulb holder. In great condition with age related wear and patina on th...
Chrome, Steel, Aluminum
$1,130 / item
H 4.73 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Wall or Ceiling Lights, Italy, 1970s
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Opaline Glass Wall or Ceiling Lights, Italy, 1970s (14 Available, Priced per Fixture) Description: Offered here is a set of Mid-Century Modern lights made in Ita...
Metal
ST66 Glazed Stoneware Stool by Pascale Girardin
By Pascale Girardin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Functional and decorative stoneware object, crafted by pinching and coiling. The ceramic surface is applied either with a brush or by pouring. Each piece of this collection is un...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,486Sale Price|20% Off
H 10.24 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
Giant Mandruzzato Murano Sommerso Smoked Grey Clear Faceted Art Glass Vase
By Alessandro Mandruzzato
Located in Barcelona, ES
Excellent Sommerso huge vase with faceted glass in shades of grey. Dark and clear grey glass cased into clear glass using the Sommerso technique. Attributed to Mandruzzato, Italy, 19...
Art Glass, Blown Glass, Cut Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso
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.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
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Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.