Set of Two Functionalist Brass Wall Lights, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Two Art Deco / Functionalist wall lamps with rotating shade. Restored: cleaned, polished, rewired 1x25W, E12-E14 bulb US wiring compatible
Brass
Large Functionalist Wall Light, PSO, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Large functionalist wall light, manufactured by PSO ( Pohjoismainen sähkö Oy), 1950s. Glass with chromed metal frame. Good vintage condition, patina consistent with age and use.
Metal, Chrome
$560Sale Price|20% Off
H 9.06 in W 13.39 in D 7.88 in
Scandinavian Design Functionalist Wall Lamp / Sconce, Brass
By Høvik Verk, Høvik Lys
Located in Skien, NO
Stunning Scandinavian Design / Nordic Design / Functionalist Design 2-arm wall sconce / wall light by Høvik Lys / Hovik Lys, Norway. From the second half of the 20th century. Made f...
Bronze, Brass
Functionalist style wall light in steel and glass
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Functionalist style wall light in steel and glass
Metal
Art Deco / Functionalist Wall Light, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in 1920s or 1930s of wood, veneer, chrome - plated metal and opaline glass. Carefully restored. New shellac finish on a veneer. Rewired: 1x40W US wiring compatible
Opaline Glass, Wood
Functionalist Wall Light, Attributed to Paavo Tynell, 1930s
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Wall light, attributed to Paavo Tynell, 1930s. Metal frame with colored glass shade. Good vintage condition, minor patina consistent with age and use.
Metal
Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
Bauhaus / Functionalist Table or Wall Large Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia Made of glass, metal New cabling Re-polished Good original condition US adapter included.
Metal
Danish Functionalist Wall Sconce in Brass & Salmon Marble Glass
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Sculptural wall light featuring a salmon colored marble glass shade and a brass base sculpted with stylized leaves. It was made in Denmark during the 1940s. Measurements: Depth: ...
Brass
Big Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
$812
H 15.75 in W 3.94 in D 3.15 in
Big Chrome Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp with lampshade- 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - adjustable chrome lampshade - US wiring compatible - two bulbs any wattage - can be used bot vertical...
Chrome
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 13.59 in W 9.85 in D 6.7 in
Scandinavian / Nordic Functionalist Design Wall Sconce by Høvik Lys, Norway
By Høvik Lys, Høvik Verk
Located in Skien, NO
Price is for one, with two available to create a matching pair. Stunning Scandinavian / Nordic Functionalist Design Wall Sconce by Høvik Lys, Norway Second Half of the 20th Century...
Brass, Bronze, Metal
$1,636
H 23.63 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in
XXL Big Chrome and milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
$846 / set
H 8.67 in W 1.97 in D 3.94 in
Pair of Chrome Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamps with adjustable shades- 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used both vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
$583 / set
H 9.85 in W 7.88 in D 19.69 in
Danish Functionalist Wall Light in Brass and Marble Glass by Th. Valentiner
By Th. Valentiner
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Fully adjustable wall lamp designed and manufactured by Th. Valentiner in Copenhagen, Denmark during the 1950s. It features a marbled glass shade, flexible gooseneck and on/off switc...
Brass
Functionalist Table Lamp, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Flexible nickel-plated table lamp produced by IAS in 1930s - Very good original condition - Rewired: 1 x 40W, E25-E27 bulb - US plug adapter included.
Nickel
Pair of Functionalist Wall Lights
Located in Oslo, NO
Outstanding pair of wall lights from the early 1950s when the 'funkis' movement inspired by continental Bauhaus swept across Scandinavia. Chrome frame and opaline glass shades. Both ...
Bauhaus/Functionalist Wall Lamp, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Long Bauhaus wall lamp with wooden base. Chrome with minor age patina. Restored: polished. Rewired: 2x40W, E12-E14 bulbs US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Tubular Bauhaus wall lamp made in 1930s. Chrome with minor age patina - cleaned and polished Glass with small dents not visible when assembled. Rewired: 1x40W, E12-E14 bulb US wiring...
Chrome
Wall Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Chrome base with aged patina condition and blown opaline glass shade. Rewired. Polished. 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb. US wiring compatible. Original condition
Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia in 1930s. Chrome base and ivory color blown glass shade. Rewired. Polished. 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb. US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Very good original condition Opaline glass shade without any cracks. Cleaned, polished, rewired - 1x40W, E12-E14 bulbs US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Very good original condition Opaline glass shade without any cracks. Chrome with minor age patina Cleaned, polished, rewired - 1x40W, E12-E14 bulbs US wiring compatible.
Chrome
1930's Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamp made of chrome and milk glass. New wiring, 1 x 1 E14 bulb.
Chrome
Functionalist / Bauhaus Wall Lamp with Rotating Shade, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus wall lamp with adjustable shade. Restored: chrome polished. Rewired: 2x25W, E12-E14 bulbs. US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Art Deco / Functionalist / Bauhaus Brass Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Rare brass Bauhaus wall lamp. Restored, brass polished to a high shine. Glass shade in ivory color. Wooden base with original white color Rewired: 1x40W US wiring compatible.
Brass
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp/Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Czechoslovakia - Rewired. - 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb.
Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp / Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original condition - Ivory color glass shade - Rewired. - 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb.
Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp/Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Czechoslovakia - Very good condition - Rewired. - 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb.
Chrome
Bauhaus/Functionalist Nickel Wall Lamp, 1930s, Excellent Condition
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia in 1930s. Wood and nickel-plated base and white opaline blown glass shade. Excellent Condition! Rewired. Polished. 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb. US wiring compa...
Nickel
Large Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamp made of chrome and milk glass. Rarely seen in this size. Original, fully functional wiring, 2 x E 14 bulb.
Chrome
Sold
H 2.37 in W 9.06 in D 3.55 in
Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp with Rotating Shade, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus wall lamp made in 1930s. Cleaned Polished Rewired: 1x40W, E12-E14 bulb US wiring compatible
Nickel
Sold
H 3.15 in W 9.85 in D 4.34 in
Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamp with Rotating Shade, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus wall lamp made in 1930s. Cleaned, new ivory paint inside shade. Polished Rewired: 1x40W, E12-E14 bulb US wiring compatible
Chrome
Functionalist Wall Lamp with Honey Alabaster Stone Shade, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A 1940s small bedside table lamp or wall light. Featuring a patinated metal base and an adjustable honey colored alabaster stone shade giving it a very special and tactile look espec...
Alabaster, Metal, Brass
Long Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp / Sconce, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original condition - Opaline glass shade in a perfect condition - Rewired. - 2 x 40W, E14 or E12 bulb. - US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Pair of Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamps, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamps made of chrome and milk glass. New wiring, 2 x 1 E14 bulb.
Chrome
Set of Two Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamps, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of Bauhaus wall lamps made in Czechoslovakia in 1930s. Chrome base in a very good condition and blown opaline glass shades. Rewired. Polished. 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb. US wiring ...
Chrome
Sold
H 16.15 in W 1.58 in D 3.94 in
1930's Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp with Adjustable Shade
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamp made of chrome with adjustable shade. New wiring, 2 x E14 bulb.
Chrome
Sold
H 1.58 in W 14.77 in D 2.76 in
1930's Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp with Adjustable Shade
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamp made of chrome with adjustable shade. New wiring, Bulb: 2 x E14. US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Sold
H 14.97 in W 2.76 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Big Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamps - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
Pair of Functionalist Wall Lights, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Wonderful and expressive pair of wall lights in brass and decorated glass. Most likely designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. Both lamps are fully working and in go...
Brass
Pair of Functionalist Wall Lights, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Stunning pair of wall lights from the early 1950s when the 'funkis' movement inspired by continental Bauhaus swept across Scandinavia. Bakelite frame and opaline glass shades. Both l...
Bakelite, Opaline Glass
Sold
H 2.49 in W 7.09 in D 2.56 in
Lyfa, Small Functionalist Wall Lights / Sconces, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
By Lyfa
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of functionalist / minimalist wall lights / sconces. Designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s.
Brass
Pair of Functionalist Wall Sconces in Brass by Høvik Lys, 1950s
By Høvik Lys
Located in Oslo, NO
Beautiful pair of functionalist wall lights on a brass frame and opaline plexiglass.
Brass
Swedish, Adjustable Wall Lights, Brass, White Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of adjustable functionalist wall lights. Designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
Brass
Pair of Functionalist Table/Wall Lights by Erik Tidstrand, 1930s
By Erik Tidstrand, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Erik Tidstrand for Nordiska Kompaniet, pair of wall or table lamps, metal, Sweden, 1930s A refined pair of functionalist wall or table lamps designed by Erik Tidstrand.
Metal
Scandinavian Functionalist Wall Light, 1950s
Located in Oslo, NO
Decorative wall light in peach colored glass shade with an embossed surface and canopy in metal. Designed and made in Norway from circa 1950s first half. The lamp is fully working an...
Metal
Bauhaus or Functionalist Wall Lamp/Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Czechoslovakia - Rewired. - 1x40W, E25-E27 bulb. -US wiring compatible.
Aluminum
Bauhaus or Functionalist Nickel Wall Lamp, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia in 1930s. Wood and nickel-plated base and white opaline blown glass shade. Rewired. Polished. 1x40W, E14 or E12 bulb. US wiring compatible.
Nickel
1930's Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp
Located in Praha, CZ
Bauhaus or functionalist wall lamp made of chrome and milk glass. New wiring, new switch, 1 x 1 E14 bulb. US compatible cable.
Chrome
Adjustable Functionalist Medical Optician's Examination Chrome Wall Sconce
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A very rare and seldom found medical fully adjustable wall sconce in chrome-plated brass. Its futuristic shade has a glass 'eye'/lens that softens and direct the light distribution. ...
Brass, Chrome
Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp/Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930s - Czechoslovakia - Rewired. - 1x40W, E14 bulb. -US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Sold
H 15.75 in W 8.67 in D 22.45 in
Swedish Designer, Functionalist Wall Light, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A functionalist wall light / task light, designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s-1950s. Vintage floral print lampshade. Stated dimensions with lampshade attached. Measurements vari...
Brass
Long Bauhaus or Functionalist Chrome Wall Lamp / Scone, 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original condition - Opaline glass shade in a perfect condition - Rewired. - 2 x 40W, E14 or E12 bulb. - US wiring compatible.
Chrome
Sold
H 12.6 in W 6.7 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Designer, Functionalist Wall Light, Brass, Metal, Rattan, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A small functionalist wall light / task light, designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Assorted vintage rattan lampshade. Stated dimensions with lampshade attached. Dimensions var...
Brass
Sold
H 11.03 in W 2.76 in D 1.97 in
Pair of Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamps - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used both vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
Sold
H 4.73 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in
Pair of Art Deco / Functionalist / Bauhaus Wall Lamps, 1930s, Restored
Located in Praha, CZ
Pair of Bauhaus bedside wall lamps. Carefully restored, nickel polished to a high shine. Glass shade in ivory color. Wooden base with new shellac finish. Rewired: 1x40W US wirin...
Nickel
Sold
H 7.88 in W 7.88 in D 25.6 in
Functionalist Brass Swing Arm Wall Light with Horseshoe, Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Rare equestrian themed and fully adjustable wall lamp composed of a full brass 'body', a horseshoe mount and installed with a marbled opaline shade. Manufactured in Scandinavia durin...
Brass
Danish Functionalist Swing Arm Wall Lamp in Brass & Glass, 1950s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Fully adjustable wall light composed of a fluted brass swing-arm and a gold-striped shade in hand-blown glass. It was made anonymously during the 1950s or 60s in Denmark. The style i...
Brass
Sold
H 14.97 in W 2.76 in D 4.34 in
Pair of Big Chrome milk glass Bauhaus / Functionalist Wall Lamps - 1930s
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1930S, Czechoslovakia - polished, new electricity - patina(see the details) - US wiring compatible - one bulb any wattage - can be used bot vertically and horizontally on wall jr
Chrome
Danish Functionalist Brass and Marbled Glass Table or Wall Lamp, 1940s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This is a hybrid lamp that can function both as a table or wall light. The lamp features patinated brass and a marbled single layer glass shade. It was produced in Denmark during the...
Brass
Pair of 1930s Functionalist Ceiling or Wall Lights by Napako
By Napako
Located in Cimelice, Czech republic
Pair of big functionalist wall or ceiling lights nr. T.8556, made in the 1930s by Napako in Czechoslovakia.
Nickel
2 Art Deco wall lamps vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
2 Art Deco wall lamps vienna around 1920s Brass polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )
Brass
$3,900
H 4.5 in Dm 8 in
Otto Wagner Jugendstil "Viennese Tramway" Wall or Ceiling Light, ONE Available
By Otto Wagner
Located in North Miami, FL
These small sized lights have been rewired for USA. Wall or ceiling light with opaline glass, pictured in brass, designed for the Viennese trams. We are selling them individually in ...
Brass
Set of Forty Framed German Art Plate Engravings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of 40 framed German art plate engravings. These came from a two volume set of Meisterwerke of German Art by Carl Thonet Jutsum published by George Barrie (Boston, New York and ...
Glass, Wood
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