Textured Ice Glass and Brass Wall Light Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Nine thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has an...
Brass
Pair of Austrian 1960's Clear "Ice Block" Glass Wall Sconces by J.T Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in San Francisco, CA
A shimmering pair of Austrian 1960's clear "ice block" glass wall sconces by J.T. Kalmar; each with chrome back plate fitted with three glass "ice block" shaped elements of radiating...
Art Glass
$720Sale Price / item|40% Off
Up to Three J.T. Kalmar Blatt Ice Glass Disc Sconces Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to three beautiful Austrian wall lights, executed by J.T. Kalmar Vienna in the 1960s.
Metal
Pair of Kalmar Citrus Swirl Ice Glass Wall Lights, Austria, 1969
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Kalmar swirl sconces with clear glass panels with light goldfish amber colored stripe in it. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by white metal hardware. Beautifu...
Metal
1 of the 6 Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Tone by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 6 beautiful and elegant modern brass toned wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s.
Brass, Steel
Set of Three Textured Ice Glass Wall Lights Sconces by J.T. Kalmar Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of three beautiful textured Murano glass sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 1x E27 (US E26).
Metal
One of the Six Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Tone by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of 6 beautiful and elegant modern brass toned wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s.
Brass, Steel
Several Textured Ice glass XL Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant large modern brass wall light made by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. A lovely design, made to a very high standard. The light has nine solid ice glass panes ...
Brass
Pair of Large Kalmar Wall Lights Ice Glass, 1970s, Vienna, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of 1970s Austrian Kalmar sconces, gold painted metal frame with five "ice glass" panels in thick and heavy quality flat and smooth on the inside, the outside is organically shap...
Metal
Pair of Large Kalmar Wall Lights Ice Glass, Vienna Austria, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Pair of 1970s Austrian Kalmar sconces, a silver grey metal frame with five "ice glass" panels in thick and heavy quality flat on the inside and smooth ,the outside is organically sha...
Metal
1 of the 10 Ice Glass Wall Sconces with Brass Tone by J.T. Kalmar, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
One of the ten beautiful and elegant modern brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s.
Metal, Brass
Several Textured Ice Glass Brass Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Twelve thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has ...
Brass
Several Textured Ice Glass and Chrome Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Nine thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has an...
Chrome
Several Textured Ice glass XL Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant large modern brass wall light made by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. A lovely design, made to a very high standard. The light has nine solid ice glass panes ...
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Wall Lamps Kalmar, Ice Glass, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Praha, CZ
- perfect original condition - US compatible - one bulb jr
Glass
Tulipan Ice Glass Wall Lamps J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
This elegant pair of “Tulipan” wall lamps was produced by J.T. Kalmar in Austria during the 1960s. The design beautifully reflects the refined craftsmanship and sculptural lighting c...
Metal
Several Square Ice Glass Wall Light / Flush Mount, Kalmar 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful glass wall light by Kalmar, 1970. Also Can also be installed as a flush mount fixture. The square textured glass is mounted on a gold coloured backplate and illuminates b...
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Textured Ice Glass Gold Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This wall light features lights m...
Gold
Several Textured Ice Glass Brass Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Twelve thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has ...
Brass
beautiful small 23cm Ice Glass Wall Light Sconce Kalmar Style, Germany, 1970s
By Peill & Putzler, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light sconce Origin: Germany Age: 1970s This original modernist wall light was produced in Germany in the 1970s. It is made from heavy glass and has a metal ...
Metal
Several Textured Ice Glass and Chrome Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Nine thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has an...
Chrome
Kalmar Ice Glass Panel and Brass Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s – 4 Available
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Almelo, NL
Kalmar Ice Glass Panel Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s – 4 Available, Priced Per Item A refined example of Austrian mid-century lighting design, these Kalmar ice glass sconces from the ...
Brass
Pair of Kalmar Wall Lights Ice looking Glass elements , 1970s, Vienna, Austria
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Bronx, NY
Elevate your interior with this striking pair of 1970s Austrian wall sconces by Kalmar, a renowned lighting manufacturer known for its exceptional craftsmanship and design innovation.
Metal
Pair of Austrian Icicle Ice Glass Three-Light Sconces by Kalmar Franken KG
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Barntrup, DE
An impressive pair of Mid-Century Modern icicle ice glass wall sconces made by Kalmar, Franken KG, Austria, circa in the 1970s.
Steel, Nickel
Hand-Crafted Scandinavian Ice Glass Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Germany
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Rare pair of large scale Scaninavian Modern rectangular ice glass sconces with nickel finials. Professionally rewired for use in the USA.
Metal
Wall sconce ice glass and metal by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 60s
Located in Delft, NL
Wall sconce ice glass and metal by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 60s Dimensions: 25cm Width , 15,5Depth, 24cm Height Condition: Good Material: Metal , glass
Glass
cubic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1970s f...
Metal
J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Cube' Wall Light, Frosted Glass, Austria 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Iconic J.T. Kalmar 'Ice Cube' wall light, Austria 1970s. Featuring chunky frosted glass cubes with textured, icy surfaces mounted on minimalist chromed frame, diffusing a soft, cryst...
Chrome
J.T. Kalmar ice glass wall lamps sconce , 1970s , Germany
Located in Delft, NL
J.T. Kalmar ice glass wall lamps sconce , 1970s , Germany
Metal
1 of the 6 Citrus Swirl Ice Glass Wall Lights or Sconces from J.T. Kalmar, 1969
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Pair of Kalmar swirl sconces wall lights with slight goldish amber color swirl. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by chrome hardware. Simple and clean design. Hand blow...
Steel, Nickel
Brass and Ice Glass Wall Lamp by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Brass and ice glass wall lamp by Kalmar Franken, Austria, 1960s. This elegant vintage wall light features a sculptural shade made of textured ice glass, beautifully paired with a bra...
Brass
beautiful 41cm brass and Ice Glass Wall Light Sconce Kalmar Style, Germany 1970s
By Glashütte Limburg, Peill & Putzler, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light sconce Origin: Germany Age: 1970s This original modernist wall light was produced in Germany in the 1970s. It is made from heavy ice glass and has a br...
Metal, Brass
Pair of Large Textured Ice glass Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This XL wall light features light...
Brass
$851Sale Price|20% Off
Crystal Ice Glass Wall Lamp Design by J. T. Kalmar 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Oirlo, LI
Crystal ice glass wall lamp design by J. T. Kalmar 1960 Beautiful and elegant modern brass wall lamp or sconce, manufactured by J.T.
Metal
Large Murano Ice Glass Wall Light by Kalmar Cube, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Aachen, NRW
Large Murano ice glass wall lights by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in the 1960s. The wall light is composed of a 3 thick Murano glass cube attached to a chrome metal frame. Wonderfu...
Chrome
Modernist Frosted Ice Glass Wall Lamp attributed to J. T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 196
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 33cm Width , 12 cm Depth , 20cm Height Material: Glass , metal Condition: Good
Brass
1 of the 4 Kalmar Citrus Swirl Ice Glass Wall Lights, Austria, 1969
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 4 Kalmar swirl sconces with clear glass panels with light goldfish amber colored stripe in it. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by white metal hardware. Beaut...
Metal
Pair of Large Textured Ice glass Wall Lights by Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This XL wall light features light...
Brass
Large organic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1970s f...
Metal
$399Sale Price|20% Off
Small wall light hand blown ice glass from Kalmar, Germany 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Beautiful small sconce in frosted glass, which can be attributed to Kalmar due to its workmanship. The five elements are arranged in the shape of a lotus blossom and add a touch of ...
Brass
Large organic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1970
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1970s f...
Metal
1 of the 6 Textured Ice glass Brass Wall Lights, Kalmar 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970. This wall light features lights made of handmade ice glass and brass colored b...
Glass
Large Cubic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1960s f...
Metal
1 of the 4 Textured Ice Glass Chrome Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Twelve thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has ...
Chrome
1 of the 4 Textured Ice Glass Chrome Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Twelve thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has ...
Chrome
1 of the 6 XL Textured Ice glass Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This XL wall light features light...
Brass
Large Hollywood Regency 2-Ice Glass Wall Light by Kalmar Lights, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1960s fabricat...
Metal
1 of the 3 Textured Ice glass Brass Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This wall light features lights m...
Brass
1 of the 6 XL Textured Ice glass Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This XL wall light features light...
Brass
$1,332Sale Price|20% Off
Large Cubic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1960s f...
Metal
Large Cubic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1960s f...
Metal
1 of the 4 Textured Ice Glass Chrome Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern wall lights in the style of Kalmar in the 1970s. A lovely design. Twelve thick, textured glass beams in an organic, wave-like shape. The clear glass has ...
Chrome
1 of the 6 XL Textured Ice glass Wall Lights Kalmar, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful high quality light fixture made by Kalmar, Austria. Manufactured in mid century, circa 1970 (at the end of 1960s and beginning of 1970s). This XL wall light features light...
Brass
Large 35cm cubic Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light by J.T. Kalmar, 1950s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1950s Original modernist large Hollywood regency glass wall light. High quality 1950s f...
Metal
Large Austrian Textured Organic Ice Glass Wall Light Sconce, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Murano glass sconce in the style of Barovier & Toso. Austria, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 2.
Chrome
Pair of Wall sconces ice glass and metal by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Pair of Wall sconces ice glass and metal by J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 60s
Metal
One of the Two Kalmar Flush Mount Light or Sconce, Brass Ice Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
This briljant Kalmar flush mount light or sconce, brass, cast ice glass, ca. 1970 realized by the esteemed Austrian producer J.T.
Metal, Brass
Set of 2 Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light set of 2 Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist Hollywood regency glass wall light set. High quality 1...
Metal
$1,808Sale Price|20% Off
Set of 3 Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Wall light set of 3 Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Age: 1960s Original modernist Hollywood regency glass wall light...
Metal
$1,189Sale Price|20% Off
Large Hollywood Regency Ice Glass Wall Light Made by J. T. Kalmar Lights, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: wall light Producer: Kalmar Franken KG, Austria Design: J.T. Kalmar Franken KG Age: 1960s Original modernist Hollywood regency glass wall light...
Metal
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
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