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Mid Century Modern Light Fixtures

Vintage Murano Light Fixtures

Venini Murano Glass Flush Mount

Large Mid Century Pendant Light

Mid Century Lucite Chandelier

Mid Century Modern Ceiling Lighting

Kalmar Catena

Flush Mount Ceiling Fixture

Gold Flush Mounted Ceiling Light

Five-Globe Shades Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier

$1,200

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.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Max Sauze Brass Ribbon Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier Pendant

$1,250

Max Sauze Brass Ribbon Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier Pendant

By Lightolier, Max Sauze

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Max Sauze Brass Ribbon Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier Pendant.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Danish Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier 5 Frosted Glass Shades MINT!

$3,200

Danish Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier 5 Frosted Glass Shades MINT!

By Robert Sonneman, Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier 5 Frosted Glass Shades MINT!

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier

$1,350

Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice Mid-Century Modern round chrome and crystal light fixture chandelier.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Ivory Mid-Century Modern Light Fixtures

$1,500 / set

Ivory Mid-Century Modern Light Fixtures

Located in New York, NY

Ivory toned glass, suspended on the original chrome stems and canopies.

Category

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

Materials

Glass

Pink and White Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture

$995

Pink and White Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A sweet, unpretentious piece molded of white glass and hand trimmed with bright red banding. Suspended on the original chrome stem and canopy, the fixture has been rewired to hold on...

Category

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

Materials

Glass

Brass and Lucite Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier

$3,800

Brass and Lucite Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture Chandelier

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern Lucite and brass light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-Century Modern Four Globe Light Fixture Pendant

$2,600

Mid-Century Modern Four Globe Light Fixture Pendant

By Robert Sonneman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice cluster of four chrome globes Mid-Century Modern light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Heavy Solid Brass Light Fixture by Chapman

$3,200

Heavy Solid Brass Light Fixture by Chapman

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice quality heavy Mid-Century Modern light fixture by Chapman.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Cone Shades Sputnik Style Chandelier Light Fixture

$3,600

Cone Shades Sputnik Style Chandelier Light Fixture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice brass cone shades six arms Mid-Century Modern light fixture chandelier.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Brass and Murano Glass 6 Arms Light Fixture Chandelier

$3,400

Brass and Murano Glass 6 Arms Light Fixture Chandelier

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very brass or bronze nice Mid-Century Modern light fixture chandelier.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pear Shaped Sconces

$3,200 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Pear Shaped Sconces

By George Nelson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern light fixtures.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Bronze and Glass Light Fixture

$3,200

Midcentury Bronze and Glass Light Fixture

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusual and good looking high quality bronze and glass mid-century modern light fixture. Having a bronze cage and original glass disc.

Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Jacques Adnet Eight Light Chandelier Chrome & Opaline Glass Shades French

$1,650

Jacques Adnet Eight Light Chandelier Chrome & Opaline Glass Shades French

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Miami, FL

US Rewiring and takes 8 light bulbs with max. 40 watts. French Mid-Century Modern Light Fixture for a bright light above a dining area.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

$2,990

Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

By Venini, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Mazzega

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixture model 'Catena' by J.T.

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Large Mid-Century Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

$5,200Sale Price|20% Off

Large Mid-Century Kalmar Flush Mount Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Venini

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A square, large and fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixture model 'Catena' by J.T.

Category

20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

$5,900

Mid-Century Kalmar Chandelier Pendant Light 'Catena', Chrome Murano Glass, 1970s

By Venini, J.T. Kalmar, Mazzega, Kalmar Lighting

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A large and fantastic Mid-Century modern light fixture model 'Catena' by J.T.

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Italian Green Iron and Chrome Round Base Swivel Arm One Light Table Lamp, 1960s

$1,714

Italian Green Iron and Chrome Round Base Swivel Arm One Light Table Lamp, 1960s

By Arredoluce

Located in Firenze, IT

This wonderful Mid-Century Modern light fixture, with its amazing enameled green tone color base, will perfectly suit your office or home studio.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Iron

Pair of Large Textured Glass Flush Mounts by Kaiser, 1960

$8,000 / set

Pair of Large Textured Glass Flush Mounts by Kaiser, 1960

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Rijssen, NL

Two Mid-Century Modern light fixtures by German manufacturer Kaiser, circa 1960/1965.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Large Hillebrand Flush Mount Light Lamp Textured Ice Glass Brass, Germany 1960s

$1,577

Large Hillebrand Flush Mount Light Lamp Textured Ice Glass Brass, Germany 1960s

By Hillebrand

Located in München, BY

Large round textured ice glass flush mount or ceiling light made by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany 1960s. The Midcentury Modern light fixture has a solid patinated brass base, five p...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Five-Pendant Light Fixture

$16,000

Mid-Century Modern Five-Pendant Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern five-pendant light fixture. Has etched glass shades.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Light Fixture

$2,285

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Light Fixture

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very high quality sleek modern style chrome and glass 5-arm ceiling light fixture.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Bent Lucite Mid-Century Modern Large Light Fixture

$3,800

Bent Lucite Mid-Century Modern Large Light Fixture

By Camer Glass, Murano 5

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern Lucite light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Chrome-Plated Light Fixture Chandelier

$2,600

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Chrome-Plated Light Fixture Chandelier

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern chrome-plated light fixture chandelier, made in Sweden.

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Blue Enameled Iron Pendant Light Fixture

$491

Mid-Century Modern Blue Enameled Iron Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Barntrup, DE

Mid-Century Modern blue enameled iron pendant light fixture from circa the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Iron

Veca Italian Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture Chandelier

$5,400

Veca Italian Mid-Century Modern Pendant Light Fixture Chandelier

By Gaetano Sciolari, VECA

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Smoked glass and gold metal Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Veca.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Light Fixture, Sweden 1950

$6,330 / item

Mid-Century Modern Art Glass Light Fixture, Sweden 1950

Located in New York, NY

Formidably sized fixture will serve as a centerpiece and main light source for large rooms. A cloud of amber glass floats with brown leopard spots and suspends 6 full size lightbulbs...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Art Glass

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Gilt Sunburst Flush Mount Pendant Light Fixture

$1,650

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Gilt Sunburst Flush Mount Pendant Light Fixture

By Maison Baguès

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Gilt Metal Sunburst Star Form Flush Mount Light Fixture With 2 Candelabra Light Pendant Having A Replacement Frosted Lucite Shade

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Crystal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Fine Chrome Brass Mid Century Modern Sconce Light Fixture Lamp

$900

Fine Chrome Brass Mid Century Modern Sconce Light Fixture Lamp

By Koch & Lowy, Robert Sonneman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Fine Chrome Brass Mid Century Modern Sconce Light Fixture Lamp

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Spun Aluminum Pendant Light Fixture

$1,675

Mid-Century Modern Swedish Spun Aluminum Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Atlanta, GA

Gold tinted brushed spun aluminum pendant with emerald colored glass tiles. Newly rewired to US standards

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Three-Tier Light Fixture

$2,800

Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Three-Tier Light Fixture

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century modern glass prisms and brass three-tier Camer or Murano style light fixture.

Category

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

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting

$1,400

Mid-Century Modern 7-Light Chrome Fixture by Forecast Lighting

By Forecast Lighting

Located in Atlanta, GA

Great quality midcentury light fixture by Forecast Lighting having a tubular pendant with hidden downward facing light and six lights around the perimeter framed by metal orbs. The f...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Retro Patinated Bronze Tubular Large Light Fixture

$2,450

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Retro Patinated Bronze Tubular Large Light Fixture

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful Mid-Century Modern retro patinated bronze tubular large 4 light fixture.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

$3,988 / item

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

By Kinkeldey

Located in Rosendahl, DE

Large chrome light fixture with 24 bulbs (E27) produced by Kinkeldey Lamps, Germany. This structure can be rearanged individually. We have four identical pieces for sale. All lamps h...

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Light Fixture, Vereinigte Werkstaetten, 1970

$3,990

Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Light Fixture, Vereinigte Werkstaetten, 1970

By Florian Schulz, Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

A square brass pendant light fixture manufactured by Vereinigte Werkstätten Munich, Germany, in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). This gorgeous fixture is made of ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid- Century Italian "Sputnik" Light Fixture

$12,000

Mid- Century Italian "Sputnik" Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

A stunning Venini Murano "Sputnik" chandelier featuring a polished chrome center sphere with radiating triangular cut crystal rods. The fixture holds nine candlabra sockets. Beautifu...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Lucite Sputnik Orb Chandelier Light Fixture

$1,500

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Lucite Sputnik Orb Chandelier Light Fixture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid Century Modern Chrome and Lucite Sputnik Orb Chandelier Light Fixture.

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Italian Murano Glass Hanging Light Fixture Pendant Mid-Century Modern

$1,270

Italian Murano Glass Hanging Light Fixture Pendant Mid-Century Modern

Located in Newfoundland, PA

Hand blown Italian Murano glass Mid-Century Modern light, Stunning rolled edge as well as the white on white glass. Be sure to check our storefront for many more decorating ideas, fr...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Light Fixture, Bicolor Glass, 1960s

$971

Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount Light Fixture, Bicolor Glass, 1960s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Awesome Flush Mount in Bicolor Glass, 1960s Dimensions Height: 4.33 in. (11 cm) Width: 9.84 in. (25 cm) The fixture need 1 x E27 standard bulb with 60W max. Light bulbs are not in...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modernist Murano Glass Ceiling Light Fixture

$1,200

Mid Century Modernist Murano Glass Ceiling Light Fixture

By Murano 5

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

This striking Mid Century Modernist ceiling light features an array of hand-blown Murano glass rods radiating from a polished chrome base. Each glass element is crafted with precisio...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Mid Century Nautical French Industrial Light fixture

$900

Mid Century Nautical French Industrial Light fixture

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century Nautical French Industrial Light fixture Circa 1950 Face 16" Diameter Depth 17" Handle Height 16" Height (Base to handle top) 24"

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Retractable Pendant Light Fixture in Glass & Brass

$950

Mid-Century Modern Retractable Pendant Light Fixture in Glass & Brass

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Mid-Century Modern (MCM) retractable pendant light fixture.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Pendant Light Fixture Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp Mid-Century Modern 1970s

$465

Brass Pendant Light Fixture Scandinavian Ceiling Lamp Mid-Century Modern 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking ceiling pendant light features a contoured metallic shade that casts focused downward illumination. Its sculpted tiered profile provides a bold architectural accent for...

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Pair Mid Century Modern Barovier Seguso Art Glass Flush Light Fixtures

$1,650 / item

Wonderful Pair Mid Century Modern Barovier Seguso Art Glass Flush Light Fixtures

By Barovier Seguso & Ferro

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Pair Of Mid Century Modern Barovier Seguso Style Art Glass Flush Light Fixtures Each Sold Separately

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Art Glass

4 White Acrylic Shade Mid Century Modern Adjustable Light Fixture Chandelier

$3,400

4 White Acrylic Shade Mid Century Modern Adjustable Light Fixture Chandelier

By Robert Sonneman, Tommi Parzinger

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Circa 1950s mid-century modern adjustable light fixture. The fixture comes with the track whit it is mounted to and can be repositioned as needed from side to side.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Hillebrand Brass Flush Mount Light Fixture, Mid-Century Modern, 1970

$490

Hillebrand Brass Flush Mount Light Fixture, Mid-Century Modern, 1970

By Hillebrand

Located in Vienna, AT

Glass Flush Mount by Hillebrand, circa 1970 We only have a single item still available. Beautiful Hillebrand glass and brass flush mounts with three bulbs. (40W per bulb) It's in ex...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Brass Glass Semi Flush Light Fixture

$1,850

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Brass Glass Semi Flush Light Fixture

By Carl Fagerlund

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Mid-Century Modern Carl Fagerlund Style Brass And Art Glass Semi Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture Completely Rewired With 6 Candelabra Lights, Accompanied By Chain Canop...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Brass Smoked Glass 8 Candles Light Fixture

$2,200

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Brass Smoked Glass 8 Candles Light Fixture

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut brass smoked glass 8 candles light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Veca Italian Mid-Century Modern Baseball Shape Light Fixture Pendant Chandelier

$4,800

Veca Italian Mid-Century Modern Baseball Shape Light Fixture Pendant Chandelier

By Gaetano Sciolari, VECA

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Hi quality smoked glass Italian Mid-Century Modern pendant light fixture chandelier.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Wonderful Pair Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Light Fixtures Wall Sconces

$2,450 / set

Wonderful Pair Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Light Fixtures Wall Sconces

By Barovier Seguso & Ferro

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of Mid-Century Modern Murano clear art glass & silvered bronze 2 candelabra light fixtures, wall sconces.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Brass Flush Mount Light Fixture

$2,250

Mid-Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Brass Flush Mount Light Fixture

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Mid Century Modern Italian Murano Art Glass Brass Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture In The Manner Of Barovier & Toso.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Aluminum 6 Light Fixture

$1,195

Mid-Century Italian Aluminum 6 Light Fixture

Located in Troy, MI

Found in Italy, this circa 1960s hanging pendant has two tiers of three staggered aluminum tubes with cut outs for the bulbs. Six lights in total with standard sized sockets. Fixture...

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture

$899

1960's Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture

By Gaetano Sciolari, Lightolier, Sciolari Lighting

Located in Burbank, CA

We have this gorgeous original 1960’s designer light fixture for sale. It was manufactured by the high-end lighting company Lightolier, and still retains the sticker. It has differen...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid Century Flush Mount Chandelier with City Skyline Motif by Moe Light

$1,440Sale Price|20% Off

Mid Century Flush Mount Chandelier with City Skyline Motif by Moe Light

By Moe Light

Located in New York, NY

Chic Mid-Century Modern chandelier by Moe Light. This fixture has a pierced brass center cone which supports the glass ring shade.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Fixture, Glass, Antique, 1960s, USA

$2,057

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling Light Fixture, Glass, Antique, 1960s, USA

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern ceiling light.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Millefiori Blue Light Flush Ceiling Fixture

$1,121Sale Price|25% Off

Mid-Century Modern Murano Art Glass Millefiori Blue Light Flush Ceiling Fixture

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century modern Italian Murano art glass Millefiori ceiling flush mount fixture. The process used to create this style is called Murrine. The Italian company associated ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Modern Chrome Spiral Arranged Five Globes Floor lamp Light Fixture

$1,800

Mid Century Modern Chrome Spiral Arranged Five Globes Floor lamp Light Fixture

By Robert Sonneman, Achille Castiglioni, Flos

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid Century Modern Chrome Spiral Arranged Five Globes Floor lamp Light Fixture

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wire Pendant Fixture

$850

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Wire Pendant Fixture

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An ideal accent light for over a breakfast nook, entryway, or dining area, this whimsical fixture brings authentic retro charm to Mid-Century Modern, Pop Art, or Eclectic interiors.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Crystal Flushmount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1970s

$2,950

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Crystal Flushmount Ceiling Light Fixture, 1970s

By Kinkeldey

Located in Miami, FL

Kinkeldey Classic German 1970s chrome and crystals flushmount, ceiling light, light fixture from the late 1970s. In working condition and uses 6 small European 40 watts light bulbs.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Crystal, Chrome

Lightolier Black Enamel Sixteen-Light Mid-Century Light Fixture

$2,400

Lightolier Black Enamel Sixteen-Light Mid-Century Light Fixture

By Lightolier

Located in St. Louis, MO

Black enameled light fixture with sixteen arm light fixture made by Lightolier, original enamel in excellent condition, measures 24" H from bottom to top of ring, 45" H to canopy, 24...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

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Huge Hillebrand Brass Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Venini Style 1960s

Unavailable

H 4.34 in Dm 25.2 in

Huge Hillebrand Brass Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount Light Venini Style 1960s

By Hillebrand, Venini, Barovier

Located in Nierstein am Rhein, DE

Huge round extra large textured Murano glass flush mount or ceiling light made by Hillebrand Leuchten, Germany, 1960s. The Midcentury Modern light fixture has a solid patinated brass...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Can Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 29 in W 59 in D 1 in

Mid-Century Modern Can Light Fixture

Located in Stamford, CT

Modern can four-light fixture in a polished finish, circa mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Lighting

Materials

Metal

Five-Light Mid-Century Modern Bakelite Fixture

Unavailable

H 26 in Dm 26 in

Five-Light Mid-Century Modern Bakelite Fixture

Located in Vancouver, BC

Interesting five-light Mid-Century Modern Bakelite/Brass Fixture.

Category

Vintage 1950s Chandeliers and Pendants

Outstanding Mid-Century Modern Pierced Pottery Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 9.5 in Dm 10.75 in

Outstanding Mid-Century Modern Pierced Pottery Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Victoria, British Columbia

Incredible Mid-century pierced Pottery Pendant light fixture signed Bjorn - excellent condition - Spectacular Design. This beauty just needs some simple wiring.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Pottery

Italian Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Pendant Fixture

Unavailable

H 40 in Dm 21 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Pendant Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern Chrome, Black and Glass 3-Light Pendant Fixture.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 14 in Dm 23 in

Mid-Century Brass Sputnik Light Fixture

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century brass sputnik light fixture with 12 bulbs. Listed price is for each light. Only One light available

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Mid-Century Modern Iron Fixture

Unavailable

H 41 in Dm 19 in

Mid-Century Modern Iron Fixture

Located in Vancouver, BC

Very cool Mid-Century Modern Fixture. Made from textured iron with black and gold coloring, This light has plenty of style.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

Unavailable

H 25.99 in W 75.99 in D 75.99 in

Mid-Century Modern Chandelier / Light Fixtures by Kinkeldey 1960s Chrome

By Kinkeldey

Located in Munster, DE

Large chrome light fixture with 24 bulbs (E27) produced by Kinkeldey Lamps, Germany. This structure can be rearanged individually. We have four identical pieces for sale. All lamps h...

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 41 in Dm 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Frisco, TX

Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass ball pendant light fixture.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Lucite String Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 12.5 in Dm 6 in

Mid Century Lucite String Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

1970s table lamp with inner lucite frame surrounded by white nylon strings on the outer surface.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Nylon, Lucite

Mid-Century Semi Flush Seven-Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 8.5 in W 16 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Semi Flush Seven-Light Fixture

Located in Prescott, AZ

Semi flush ceiling fixture with seven lights, circa 1966. There are 6 "satellite" lights of different lengths surrounding the body of the fixture. We currently have three available a...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Style Round Flat Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

Unavailable

H 38 in Dm 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Style Round Flat Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

By Sandy Littman for American Glass Light

Located in Newburgh, NY

24 inch diameter flat glass pendant light. Mid-Century Modern style. Top glass acts as a reflector for the lower spread lens.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Style Square Flat Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

Unavailable

H 38 in W 24 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Style Square Flat Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

By Sandy Littman for American Glass Light

Located in Newburgh, NY

24 inch square flat glass pendant light. Mid-Century Modern style. Top glass acts as a reflector for the lower spread lens.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Style Round Curved Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

Unavailable

H 36.25 in Dm 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Style Round Curved Glass Pendant Light, Satin Aluminium

By Sandy Littman for American Glass Light

Located in Newburgh, NY

32 inch diameter reverse glass bowl pendant light. Mid-Century Modern style. Top glass bowl acts as a reflector for the lower spread lens.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

5-Light Midcentury Modern Fixture

Unavailable

H 23 in Dm 28 in

5-Light Midcentury Modern Fixture

Located in Marshville, NC

No description provided

Category

Mid-20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Clear Textured Glass Wall Mount Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 4 in W 9 in D 9 in

Mid-Century Clear Textured Glass Wall Mount Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

1970s Italian clear glass flush mount ceiling or wall sconce light fixture with wood and chrome base.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Egg Lamp" Hanging Fixture, circa 1960

Unavailable

H 27 in Dm 20 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Egg Lamp" Hanging Fixture, circa 1960

Located in Richmond, VA

Danish Mid-century modern three arm "Egg Lamp", hanging light fixture circa 1960.

Category

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

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Bench Glass Fixture

Unavailable

H 17 in Dm 12 in

Mid-Century Bench Glass Fixture

Located in Stamford, CT

Mid-Century Modern style metal and bench glass hanging pendant light fixture with individual curved bands of bench glass in an interwoven draped swag construction.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Square Mesh Sconce 1950s Light

Unavailable

H 15 in Dm 5 in

Mid-Century Modern Square Mesh Sconce 1950s Light

By ADG Lighting

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

Mesh sconce 1950s light, amber glass light, square mesh light fixture, outdoor mid-century modern.

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Curvilinear Mid-Century Modern 6-Light Chandelier

Unavailable

H 27 in Dm 26 in

Curvilinear Mid-Century Modern 6-Light Chandelier

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This organic fixture features 3 curvilinear arms swirling, reaching out from a central golden orb. Each arm holds two white speckled and cylindrical shades. This simple fixture is gi...

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Spun Fiberglass Fixture

Unavailable

H 32 in Dm 14 in

Mid Century Spun Fiberglass Fixture

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Valley Stream, NY

Beautiful spun fiberglass pattern creates texture and depth to shades ( 7" tall and 9" diameter) resulting in a warm quality of light. Chrome plate is 10" diameter. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Mazzega Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 22 in Dm 10 in

Mazzega Light Fixture

By AVMazzega

Located in Culver City, CA

This attractive light fitting has an art glass shade which is said to be from Italy and produced by Mazzega. An attractive light for a number of settings.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Chrome

Large Italian Modern Multi-Tiered Aluminum Pedant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 27 in Dm 22 in

Large Italian Modern Multi-Tiered Aluminum Pedant Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Large multi-tiered aluminum pendant light fixture. Newly rewired for US specifications. Height adjustable from canopy to light fixture. . Available to see in our NYC Showroom BK ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Aluminum

Square Glass Satin Aluminium Table and Pendant Mid-Century Modern Inspired

Unavailable

H 32 in W 48 in D 48 in

Square Glass Satin Aluminium Table and Pendant Mid-Century Modern Inspired

By Sandy Littman for American Glass Light

Located in Newburgh, NY

Mid-Century Modern style. Top glass acts as a reflector for the lower spread lens.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Ceiling Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 10.5 in W 60 in D 36 in

1970s Ceiling Light Fixture

By Lightolier

Located in Turners Falls, MA

1970s ceiling light fixture.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

vintage geodesic light fixture

Unavailable

H 18 in W 18 in D 18 in

vintage geodesic light fixture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

24 panel vintage mid-century geodesic octagonal globe pendant. some discoloration on top of the pendant

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Sputnik 6-Light Chrome Chandelier

Unavailable

H 25 in W 15 in D 15 in

Mid-Century Modern Lightolier Sputnik 6-Light Chrome Chandelier

By Lightolier

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This stunning Mid-Century Modern 6-light Lightolier Sputnik chandelier features a sleek Space Age design, reflective chrome and six handsome white globes.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Lua Veneer Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 18 in Dm 18 in

Lua Veneer Light Fixture

By Visilek

Located in Deer Park, NY

Shown bird's-eye maple and onyx. Available in additional veneers. Chain not included. Made to order. Lead time 12-16 weeks.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Mid Century Modern Large Italian Glass / Brass Pendant Lamp Light

Unavailable

H 23 in Dm 10.5 in

Mid Century Modern Large Italian Glass / Brass Pendant Lamp Light

By Stilnovo

Located in Miami, FL

Italian Glass and Brass with long chord for hanging and brass ceiling cap light fixture in the style of Stilnovo. Note only one fixture left.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Style Wall Art Sconce Glass Cylinders in Satin Aluminium

Unavailable

H 32 in W 35 in D 3.75 in

Mid-Century Modern Style Wall Art Sconce Glass Cylinders in Satin Aluminium

By Sandy Littman for American Glass Light

Located in Newburgh, NY

Can be used in pairs or as a flush ceiling mounted fixture. In the manner of Mid-Century Modern design style.

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Aluminum

1930s Mid-Century Style Ceiling Fixture. 2+ available

Unavailable

H 27 in Dm 20 in

1930s Mid-Century Style Ceiling Fixture. 2+ available

By Lightolier

Located in Prescott, US

Priced each with more than one available. Sourced from the 1930s is this chrome and custard glass Mid-Century style 5 light vintage fixture. Original burgundy color repainted on arms...

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Vintage Heifetz Rotoflex Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 8 in Dm 15.5 in

Vintage Heifetz Rotoflex Light Fixture

By Heifetz Rotaflex

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Vintage Rotoflex hanging fixture in near pristine/original condition. C. 1955 - 65. Translucent with a rosy/pink hue. Fitted with new electric cord and socket which can be easily ...

Category

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

Materials

Acrylic

Mid-Century "Kerosine" Pull-Down Fixture, circa 1960

Unavailable

H 40 in Dm 14 in

Mid-Century "Kerosine" Pull-Down Fixture, circa 1960

Located in Vancouver, BC

This is a cool and kitschy Mid-Century reproduction of an American Classic, the kerosine pull down fixture, circa 1960. The original iteration of this fixture design would have been ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Circa 1950s Rare Sputnik Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 28 in Dm 23 in

Circa 1950s Rare Sputnik Light Fixture

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 1950s Mid-Century Modern style rare Sputnik shaped pendant light fixture.

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Double Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 15.5 in Dm 6 in

Danish Modern Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen Double Pendant Light Fixture

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A fairly rare Midcentury light fixture with two suspended pendants by Poul Henningsen for Louis Poulsen circa 1950s in thick Lucite and enameled metal. Good vintage condition with ag...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Curved Pendant Restored

Unavailable

H 20 in W 7 in D 7 in

Sculptural Mid-Century Modern Curved Pendant Restored

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural, restored Mid-Century Modern pendant with reflective qualities and modern style.

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

Sculptural Modernist Copper Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 13 in Dm 15 in

Sculptural Modernist Copper Pendant Light Fixture

Located in New York, NY

Handsome copper light fixture in a simple and striking form. Please contact for location.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Copper

Palwa Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 5 in Dm 16 in

Palwa Flush Mount Ceiling Light Fixture

By Palwa

Located in New York, NY

Gold-plated brass flush mount dome shaped light fixture with crystals in the style of Lobmeyr, Austria, circa 1960. Newly electrified with five candelabra sockets.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Burst Birdseye Maple Veneer Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 32 in Dm 32 in

Burst Birdseye Maple Veneer Light Fixture

By Visilek

Located in Deer Park, NY

Shown bird's-eye maple and onyx. Available in additional veneers. Chain not included. Made to order. Lead time 12-16 weeks.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Genuine Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture by Chapman

Unavailable

H 19 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Genuine Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture by Chapman

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Cookeville, TN

Up for your consideration is genuine alabaster pendant chandelier by Chapman. This light fixture features an alabaster shade in the shape of a bell with nickel toned metal accents. T...

Category

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

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Genuine Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture by Chapman

Unavailable

H 19 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Genuine Alabaster Pendant Light Fixture by Chapman

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Cookeville, TN

Up for your consideration is genuine alabaster pendant chandelier by Chapman. This light fixture features an alabaster shade in the shape of a bell with nickel toned metal accents. T...

Category

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

Materials

Alabaster, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Geometric Murano Glass Pendant Light by Fontana Arte, 1960's

Unavailable

H 14 in W 9 in D 10 in

Mid-Century Modern Geometric Murano Glass Pendant Light by Fontana Arte, 1960's

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Fontana Arte pendant light with geometric Space Age design. The light fixture is comprised of dense circular Murano glass discs in kinetic linear formation. The outer glass discs are...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

1970s Murano Glass Pendant Light Mid Century

Unavailable

H 14 in Dm 14 in

1970s Murano Glass Pendant Light Mid Century

By Murano 5

Located in Geneva, IL

Bell shaped Murano glass shade. White with pale purple and green design. Hangs on a very long wire that is adjustable. The wire is 36" long. The glass globe is 14" height a...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

Large Encalmo Murano Hanging Pendant or Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 13 in W 10.5 in D 10.5 in

Large Encalmo Murano Hanging Pendant or Light Fixture

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Brilliant white green and blue pendant light or fixture in Murano glass, circa 1950s.

Category

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

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage RAAK Five Glass Pendant Cascading Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 35.75 in Dm 11.5 in

Vintage RAAK Five Glass Pendant Cascading Light Fixture

By RAAK

Located in New York, NY

Founded in 1954 by Carel O. Lockhorn, Raak is recognized as one of the most important Dutch lighting manufacturers of the 20th century. Raak prided itself on Lichtarchitectuur (illum...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

AVeM Murano Murrine Hanging Lamp Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 12.25 in W 6.25 in D 6.25 in

AVeM Murano Murrine Hanging Lamp Pendant Light Fixture

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Great hanging lamp by AVeM in Murano, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Blown Glass

Luna Light Fixture in English Sycamore and Onyx

Unavailable

H 32 in Dm 32 in

Luna Light Fixture in English Sycamore and Onyx

By Visilek

Located in Deer Park, NY

Shown English sycamore and onyx Available in additional veneers. Chain not included. Made to order. Lead time 12-16 weeks.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

Materials

Onyx

Stylish Height-Adjustable Light Fixture by Lisa Johansson-Pape

Unavailable

H 15.75 in Dm 22.84 in

Stylish Height-Adjustable Light Fixture by Lisa Johansson-Pape

By Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Miami, FL

Stylish height-adjustable light fixture by Lisa Johansson-Pape.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Five Vintage Danish Enamel Metal Pendant Light Fixtures, circa 1960

Unavailable

H 10 in Dm 24 in

Five Vintage Danish Enamel Metal Pendant Light Fixtures, circa 1960

By Fog & Mørup

Located in Houston, TX

Five vintage Danish Minimalist pendant light fixtures designed by Fog and Mørup circa 1960. Each circular metal pendant light fixture has an enameled yellow upper section and a white...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass

Unavailable

H 29.93 in Dm 28.35 in

Mid Century 5 Light Chandelier in Brass and Glass

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in JM Haarlem, NL

Mid Century five-light chandelier in brass and glass, comes from Germany. Elegant chandelier, not to large with an atmospheric light. Measurements: from ceiling till drop: about 29,...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Seguso Style Murano Art Glass Pendant Light Fixture

Unavailable

H 16 in Dm 21.5 in

Large Seguso Style Murano Art Glass Pendant Light Fixture

By Archimede Seguso, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL

A large Murano art glass pendant attributed to Seguso. Bell form with white swirl pattern and chrome hardware. All working parts have been updated. Height does not include 7' chain,...

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Stilnovo Style Chandelier Modernist Sunburst Brass Fixture Flush Light, 1950s

Unavailable

H 26.78 in Dm 25.6 in

Stilnovo Style Chandelier Modernist Sunburst Brass Fixture Flush Light, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in De Klinge, BE

A Mid-Century Sputnik chandelier, flush mount light with five brass spokes. And five lights. In the manner of Stilnovo. Warm dark red color.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

XXL Mid Century Starburst Pendant Light, Glass, Stilnovo Style

Unavailable

H 29.93 in Dm 27.56 in

XXL Mid Century Starburst Pendant Light, Glass, Stilnovo Style

By Stilnovo

Located in Bremen, DE

Very large, architectonic midcentury Sputnik chandelier, this is the ONLY ONE available worldwide in this colour combination! featuring 25 spokes of 2 different lengthg, mounted on ...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 50 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 50 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Sebastian Herkner, Kundalini

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 50 white finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Continuou...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 40 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 13.78 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 40 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Sebastian Herkner, Kundalini

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 40 White Finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Continuou...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 50 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 50 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Sebastian Herkner, Kundalini

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 50 smokey grey finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 30 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 17.72 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 30 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Sebastian Herkner, Kundalini

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 30 smokey grey finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 25 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 19.69 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 25 Led White Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Kundalini, Sebastian Herkner

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 25 white finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Continuou...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 25 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

Unavailable

H 19.69 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Modern Kundalini Herkner Giass 25 Led Smokey Glass Ceiling Fixture

By Sebastian Herkner, Kundalini

Located in Trezzano sul Naviglio, Milano Lombardia

Giass 25 smokey grey finish The glass of tumblers and ice, “giass” in Milanese dialect. The retro style of bars from a by-gone era. A world reinterpreted with a modern vision. Con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Reeded Glass

Mid-Century Modern Conical Brass and Glass Chandelier

Unavailable

H 29.5 in Dm 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Conical Brass and Glass Chandelier

Located in Fulton, CA

Classic Danish Modern design ceiling fixture. Conical brass down lights with classic pierce cut detail. Satin glass opaque up light shades. Beautiful polished brass finish with a wal...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Florian Schulz Vintage Modernist Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light

$3,657

H 82.68 in Dm 13 in

Florian Schulz Vintage Modernist Brass Counterbalanced Adjustable Pendant Light

By Florian Schulz

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Elegant Mid-Century Modern vintage German made large brushed brass adjustable counterweight hanging pendant light or lamp model 'Duos' designed by Florian Schulz circa early 1970s. F...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Brass and Glass Mid-Century Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy

$3,428

H 31.5 in Dm 7.88 in

Brass and Glass Mid-Century Pendant Lamp, 1960s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This elegant mid-century pendant lamp from Italy, dating to the 1960s, beautifully combines brass and glass in a timeless design. The lamp features a delicately textured, teardrop-sh...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1940s

$1,600

H 20 in W 18.5 in D 18 in

Danish Modern, Pendant Light, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1940s

Located in Stamford, CT

Danish Mid-Century Modern, Pendant Light or Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1940s A heavily patinated brass and glass pendant light or chandelier designed and produced in Denmark...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Brass Pendant Light by Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden

$1,311Sale Price|20% Off

H 9.45 in Dm 12.6 in

Brass Pendant Light by Hans Agne Jakobsson, Sweden

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in London, GB

A mid-century brass pendant light in the shape of a top hat by Hans-Agne Jakobsson for his company in Markaryd, Sweden. An unusual and rarely seen piece of Nordic design. Labelled in...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Mid-Century Six Light German Brass & Etched Glass Chandelier, 1950s

$1,450

H 27 in Dm 30 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Six Light German Brass & Etched Glass Chandelier, 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Very decorative and beautiful chandelier made of brass, fitted with six E27 Sockets. Made in Germany in the 1950s, unattributed Manufacturer. The Fixture requires six European E27 / ...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid Century Chandelier, Germany - Brass, Opaline - 1950s

$914

H 15.75 in Dm 31.5 in

Mid Century Chandelier, Germany - Brass, Opaline - 1950s

Located in Schwerin, MV

5-arm chandelier from the 1950s with conical glass shades. The chandelier has a solid frame made of polished brass with arched arms. All glass shades are well preserved with slight s...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

MCM Scandinavian Modern Chandelier By V. Soini 1950's

$1,714

H 27.56 in Dm 17.72 in

MCM Scandinavian Modern Chandelier By V. Soini 1950's

Located in Kangasala, FI

A beautiful and authentic Finnish mid-century modern pendant light, manufactured in Finland by V. Soini during the 1950s. The lamp features an elegant brass frame combined with its ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Large Mid Century Modern Glass & Brass Chandelier 97cm/38in Wide

$18,500

H 57.49 in W 38.19 in D 38.19 in

Large Mid Century Modern Glass & Brass Chandelier 97cm/38in Wide

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Chandelier, glass, brass, Europe, 1960s These elegant chandelier embodies the refined glamour of European mid century lighting design. Its sculptural composition of textured glass e...

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

$1,900

H 22.75 in Dm 7 in

Swedish Designer, Pendant Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and fabric string pendant light designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.75” H x 7” Diameter Dimensions of Canopy: 2.5” H x 3.75 ” D St...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

6-light mid century CHANDELIER pendant light glass aluminum and metal earyl 1960

$771

H 27.17 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in

6-light mid century CHANDELIER pendant light glass aluminum and metal earyl 1960

Located in Mannheim, DE

Very beautiful mid century chandelier from the early 1960s. Frame made of anodized aluminum and black painted metal, 6 shades made of structured clear glass. Holds E14 bulbs. Dimen...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum

Elegant Crystal Chandelier Minimal and Elegant Design

$1,645Sale Price|20% Off

H 35.44 in Dm 26.78 in

Elegant Crystal Chandelier Minimal and Elegant Design

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Elegant crystal chandelier minimal and elegant design 1970s made in Italy.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Brass

Handsome Mid-Century Modern Chandelier

$875

H 24 in Dm 28 in

Handsome Mid-Century Modern Chandelier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage lamp with black cone shades hanging from cascading chrome arms. Globes pictured are a large white bulb (any standard bulb can be used). An attractive addition to your dining ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s

$4,800

H 33 in Dm 20.5 in

Danish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Glass, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white opaline glass chandelier designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.0"H x 20.5"W x 20.5"D Stem Length (inches): 24.5" Dimensions...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Gorgeous 1970s Mid-Century Modernist Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten

$2,790

H 39.38 in Dm 17.72 in

Gorgeous 1970s Mid-Century Modernist Chandelier by Kaiser Leuchten

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

This gorgeous Mid-Century Modernist chandelier with 6 handcrafted double layer opal glass globes on a white enameled brass frame. Designed and manufactured by Kaiser Lighting, German...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass, Wood and Opaline Glass Chandelier, 1950s, 8 Lights

$3,725

H 33.47 in Dm 26.78 in

Mid-Century Modern Brass, Wood and Opaline Glass Chandelier, 1950s, 8 Lights

Located in Antwerp, BE

Mid-Century Modern Brass, Wood and Opaline Glass Chandelier, 1950s, 8 Lights Mid-Century Modern chandelier from the 1950s–1960s, made of brass, wood and opaline glass. The fixture i...

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

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Brass

Mid-Century Pendant Light Fixture with Frosted Glass, Sweden, 1950s

$1,800

H 22 in Dm 9.5 in

Mid-Century Pendant Light Fixture with Frosted Glass, Sweden, 1950s

Located in New York, NY

A petite down facing fixture of frosted glass, etched with clear vertical lines and a stylized dental motif edge.

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chandeliers and Pendants

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Glass

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$1,828 / item

H 23.63 in Dm 22.84 in

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$3,285 / item

H 21.66 in W 23.63 in D 19.3 in

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Located in Frazão, Porto

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$3,500 / item

H 62 in Dm 19 in

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By Holophane

Located in New York, NY

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Steel

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$6,800

H 6 in Dm 21 in

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Located in New York, NY

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Crystal, Bronze

Roger Capron “Garrigue” Ceramic Tile Coffee Table, France, 1960s

$4,670

H 13.78 in W 46.46 in D 22.84 in

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By Roger Capron

Located in Almelo, NL

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$950 / item

H 11 in Dm 10 in

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Located in New Orleans, LA

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$8,083 / set

H 23.63 in W 4.34 in D 2.37 in

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Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

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$2,140 / item

H 25.6 in W 59 in D 13.8 in

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By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Indoor, Outdoor Chairs by Pipsan Saarinen-Swanson, 1970s, Two Arm Chairs

$2,731 / set

H 33.47 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

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By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, Ficks Reed

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage dining chairs set indoor, outdoor designed by Pipsan Saarinen Swanson for Ficks Reed. Sculptural black iron frames with black ball ends. Woven rattan seats. Set of four chair...

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Wrought Iron

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$4,000

H 50.01 in W 61.42 in D 29.93 in

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Iron

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$42,000

H 29 in W 40 in D 22 in

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By George Nakashima

Located in Rockaway, NJ

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Walnut

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$5,300

H 22 in W 25 in D 12 in

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By Modernage Furniture Company

Located in Bernville, PA

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$2,495 / item

H 32.75 in W 20.5 in D 22.75 in

Solid Wood, Walnut Finish, Contemporary Dining Chair with Floating Seat & Back

By Luteca Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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$9,828 / item

H 21.66 in W 76.78 in D 37.41 in

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By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

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Velvet, Wood, Oak, Upholstery

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Mid Century Modern Light Fixtures For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of mid century modern light fixtures available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique mid century modern light fixtures was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. There are 13433 antique and vintage mid century modern light fixtures for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 1570 modern editions to choose from as well. Mid century modern light fixtures have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid century modern light fixtures bearing mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Kalmar Lighting, Glashütte Limburg and J.T. Kalmar each produced beautiful mid century modern light fixtures that are worth considering.

How Much are Mid Century Modern Light Fixtures?

Mid century modern light fixtures can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,306, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $653,664.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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

Emerged during the mid-20th century
Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
A heyday of innovation in postwar America
Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
Promotion of functionality

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

Charles and Ray Eames
Eero Saarinen
Milo Baughman
Florence Knoll
Harry Bertoia
Isamu Noguchi
George Nelson
Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa

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.

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.

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