Pair of Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Tulipan Flush Mount Lights, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
In total there are 24 glasses which are mounted with brass screws on a white enameled metal frame. Kalmar had cooperation with several Italian glass makers located in Murano (e.g.
Brass, Metal
Scandinavian Modern Amber Glass Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Germany, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Scandinavian Modern rectangular amber colored sconces with four light sources. Rewired for use in the USA. Brass finials attach glass to white enamel backplates.
Murano Glass
Carlo Nason Murano pendent lamp XL for Kalmar Franken
By Carlo Nason
Located in The Hague, NL
Beautiful Kalmar Franken (Austria) Hanging lamp., designed by Carlo Nason.
Chrome
1 of the 2 Two-tone Brass Glass Wall Light by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rijssen, NL
Brass wall light by by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. The glass shows a brass glass texture, which gives a diffuse light effect and a nice pattern on ceil...
Steel
1970s Cylinder-Shaped Textured Glass Table Lamps by J. T. Kalmar, Austrian
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
This is a rare model of a pair of cylinder-shaped table lamps designed by J.T. Kalmar in the 1970s. These lamps feature a robust and elegantly textured Murano glass surface that capt...
Murano Glass
Stunning "Catena" Glass Chandelier by J.T.Kalmar, Austria, circa 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wiesbaden, Hessen
An extremely rare model of midcentury "Catena" chandelier by J.T.kalmar (labled). This stunning fixture is made of 58 large Murano glass elements hanging on lacquered white metal fr...
Brass, Metal
J.T. Kalmar Frosted Glass Panel Pendant Lamp Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant modernist pendant lamp with four ice glass panels on a nickel plated frame suspended by chain. Designed and manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in Vienna, Austria in the 1960s. The...
Chrome, Nickel
Pair of Star Shaped Nickel and Glass Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Orrefors, Mazzega, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of beautiful star-shaped light fixtures by Kalmar Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). They are made of frosted clear glass, a ...
Metal, Chrome, Nickel
Mid-Century Ice Glass Chandelier By J.T. Kalmar, Austria c.1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
A fabulously elegant Mid-Century Modernist Austrian ice-glass & chrome chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, dating from circa 1970. The chandelier, which was part of the 'Sierra' series, ...
Chrome
Kalmar Pendant Light or Chandelier, Textured Glass Brass Black Metal, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century modern textured glass and brass pendant light or chandelier by J. T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). A partly blac...
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier 'Soria' by Kalmar, Ice Glass Nickel, 1970, 1 of 3
By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
One of three extra large light fixtures model 'SORIA' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 1960s-early 1970s). These chandeliers are the largest version o...
Metal, Chrome, Nickel
Murano Glass Chandelier Designed by Kaiser, Germany, 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
A stunning large Murano smoked glass chandelier designed by Kaiser, Germany manufactured in the 1960s. The chandelier is composed of 2 thick Murano glass elements attached to a brass...
Brass
Large Mid Century JT Kalmar Flush Mount Lamp Wave Ice Glass Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nienstädt, DE
Mid Century Modern JT Kalmar Flush Mount Lamp Austria 1960s Wavy ice glass in clear and brown with an brass cap Muranoglass Heavy-duty quality Diameter 51cm High 14cm 3 x E26 / E27...
Metal, Brass
1 of the 2 Small Kalmar Citrus Swirl Smoked Glass Pendants, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
A gorgeous murano glass pendant lights by Kalmar, 1960s. High quality smoked swirl ice glass, clear twisted crystal glass panels with a light gold dish amber colored stripe in it.
Brass
Floor Lamp 'Glasschaft' 'Engl. 'Glass Rod', No. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Wien, Au
The stand is made of an transparent twisted glass rod which was produced in Italy by Venini. Kalmar had a cooperation with several Italian glass makers located in Murano (e.g.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Chrome and Murano Glass, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Mid-Century chandelier / pendant light by Kalmar, manufactured in the 1970s. A chrome frame holds four frosted glasses in the form of leaves. It takes four medium screw base bulbs ...
Chrome
Mid-Century Kalmar Leuchten - "Catena" Chandelier by Carlo Nason, 1960s
By Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Vintage chandelier from the 1960s/70s designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, Austria. This stunning piece features 33 handcrafted Murano glass elements and a brass frame with five E27 s...
Brass
PAIR of Carlo Nason LS 134 Medusa Pulegoso Murano Glass Pendant Lamp for Mazzega
By Mazzega, Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Rare opportunity to purchase a matching pair of LS 134 Medusa or "Polpo" pendant lamps in stunning Pulegoso (bubbled) Murano glass by Carlo Nason for Mazzega, 1969, Italy. The LS 13...
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Ice Glass & Brass Chandelier By J.T. Kalmar, Austria c.1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in London, GB
A fabulously elegant Mid-Century Modernist Austrian ice-glass & brass chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, dating from circa 1970. The chandelier, which was part of the 'Sierra' series, i...
Brass
1 of 3 Large J.T. Kalmar Faceted Glass and Gilt Brass Sconces, Vienna, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 3 High-end wall sconces each wall sconce is featuring wonderful faceted crystal clear glass "triete" prism-rods, with brass details and back plate. Made by J.T Kalmar, Vienn...
Gold
Pendant Light 'Campana' by J.T. Kalmar, Amber Glass Leather Chrome, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful glass pendant light fixture by Kalmar, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970 (late 1960s or early 1970s). It is made of a hand blown amber toned glass body with a belt...
Chrome, Nickel
Pair of Large Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lights, Italy, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with large Murano glass pieces in each lamp, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Each sconce needs 1 x E14 small bulbs Light bulbs are not inc...
Murano Glass
Pair of Large Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lights, Italy, 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of midcentury wall sconces with large Murano glass pieces in each lamp, manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Each sconce needs 1 x E14 small bulbs Light bulbs are not inc...
Murano Glass
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Murano Glass Fazzoletto Pendant Light, Striped Design, Italy, 1970s
By Toni Zuccheri, Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason, Mazzega, Murano Glass Sommerso
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Impressive 1970s striped Murano art glass ceiling light attributed to AV Mazzega. The shape is known as Fazzoletto due to its resemblance to a large handkerchief that seems to have b...
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Rectangular Wave Glass and Brass Wall Lights by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Wave glass rectangular fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in circa 1960. The glass shows a beautiful wave texture, which gives a diffuse light effect and a nice p...
Brass, Steel
Pair of Citrus Swirl Clear 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 clear opal textured glass. Beautiful, thick textured glass is complimented by chrome hardware. Simple and clean design. Hand blown melti...
Steel, Nickel
Rare Frosted Ice Glass Wall Lamp by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, Austria, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Amazing wall lamps by the Austrian brand Kalmar Franken made in the 1960s. Frosted ice glasses secure to the aluminum frame. Designed by Italian Designer Carlo Nason. The light re...
Chrome
$1,823Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Mid Century Modern Wall Lights or Sconces by J. T. Kalmar, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Beograd, RS
The sconces are manufactured by J.T. Kalmar in the 1960s in Austria. Sconces require a single E27 lightbulb each, available worldwide.
Brass
1 of the 6 Large Kalmar Ice Glass Wall Sconces Two Tiers by, Austria, 1970
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Beautiful and elegant modern brass wall lights or sconces, manufactured by J.T. Kalmar Austria in the 1970s. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each wall light has five...
Steel
Pair of 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
Large J.T. Kalmar Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, Brass and Textured Glass, 1960
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
An impressive and large chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960 (late 1950s or early 1960s). The fixture is made of polished brass, perforated whit...
Brass, 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. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each w...
Brass, Steel
1 'of 2' Pair of Kalmar Wall Sconces Frosted Glass and Chrome, Austria 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant set of two hand blown Murano glass wall sconces on a nickel frame. Hanging glass resembles ice floes.
Nickel, Chrome
Pair of Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights 'Palazzo', Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
By Orrefors, Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Fontana Arte, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (late 196...
Crystal, Brass
Exceptional Set of Three Brass and Glass Flush Mount /Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
Set of exceptional, huge, clean and modern ballroom flush mount chandeliers by J.T. Kalmar Leuchten from the 1960s. The set consists layers with several hand blown textured glass sha...
Brass
Murano Glass Petal Chandelier Designed by Kalmar, Germany, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Beautiful Icicle flower shaped chandelier with hand blown glass petals and brass details by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna Austria 1970s.
Brass
Ice Glass Flush Light by J.T. Kalmar
By Mazzega, Carlo Nason, Doria Leuchten Germany, J.T. Kalmar, Palwa
Located in München, DE
The beautifully formed Murano glass elements create an impressive, sparkling play of light.
Metal
Large Amber Murano Glass Pendant Light by La Murrina, Italian 1970s
By La Murina, Kalmar Lighting, Carlo Nason, Mazzega
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Large (24.5 inch diameter) 1970s Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern floral pendant light by La Murrina from Murano. Formed from one large thick sheet of hand made blow transparent ...
Murano Glass
Set of Three Kalmar Chandeliers Pendant Lights Palazzo, Gilt Brass Glass, 1970s
By Venini, Fontana Arte, Kalmar Lighting, Orrefors, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A set of three very exquisite 24-carat gold-plated brass and clear brilliant glass pendant light fixtures by J.T. Kalmar, Vienna, Austria, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1970 (lat...
Crystal, Brass
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. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Please n...
Brass, Steel
Set of 6 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. Lovely design, executed to a very high standard. Each ...
Steel, Brass
J.T. Kalmar Franken Brass and Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp, Austria 1960s
Located in München, BY
Rare heavy Murano glass flower pendant light with brass base.
Brass
Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Kalmar, Brass Frame, 1960s, Italy, 35cm
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Murano glass pendant lamp with brass structure, dating from the 1960s, is a lighting piece that captures the elegance and refinement characteristic of the era. This creation comb...
Brass
XL 1970s Tulip Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by La Murrina
By La Murina, Mazzega, Carlo Nason, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Large 1970s Italian Mid-Century Organic Modern floral pendant light by La Murrina from Murano. Formed from one large thick sheet of hand blow clear glass, swooping into an elegant f...
Murano Glass
Stunning Murano Pendant Light Designed by Carlo Nason for Kalmar, 1980s
By Leucos
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Murano pendant light with four hand-made clear and White Murano glass parts which are supported by a frame, designed by Leucos, Italy, in the 1980s Heavy quality and in ve...
Murano Glass
Set of 2 Murano Glass Sconces Wall Lights by Mazzega, Italy, circa 1970s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful Set of two stunning midcentury wall sconces with handcrafted Murano glass pieces, made by Mazzega, Italy , manufactured, circa 1970-1979. Fantastic design and very high-qua...
Brass
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
Pair of Large Kalmar Floor Lamps 'Glasschaft' no. 2134, Glass Rod Brass, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Venini
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic and rare floor lamps model 'Glasschaft' (engl. 'glass rod'), no. 2134 by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, Vienna, manufactured in midcentury, circa 1960. The base is made of...
Aluminum, Brass
1 of the 2 Kalmar Style Pendant Lights, Clear Glass and Brass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Rijssen, NL
1 of the 2 pendant lights in the style of Kalmar. Three clear Murano glasses are mounted on a brass fixture.
Brass
Large Austrian Vintage White Murano Glass Wall Light Sconce 1960s
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful white and clear murano glass sconce. Austria, 1960s.
Blown Glass
$2,750 / set
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Kalmar Glass Sconces
By RAAK, J.L Lobmeyr, Kalmar Lighting, J. & L. Lobmeyr Company, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Kalmar glass sconces. Great pair of midcentury Kalmar or Murano glass sconces with nickel-plated steel structures.
Glass
Large 10-Arm Chandelier by J.T. Kalmar, Brass and Textured Pressed Glass, 1960s
By Rupert Nikoll, Venini, Kalmar Lighting, Orrefors, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A beautiful and large 10-armed light fixture by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1960 (late 1950s to early 1960s). It consists of a frame made of solid, poli...
Brass
German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Ceiling Light Flushmount, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural blown glass flushmount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 3 x E27 (US E26).
Metal
$683Sale Price|20% Off
Cone-Shaped Hanging Lamp made of solid Murano Glass and Oak
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Hannover, DE
Solid, high-quality, heavy Murano glass with confetti in the shape of a cone will inspire you. A lot of emphasis was placed on quality and durability with this lamp; you can say with...
Brass
Large German Vintage Murano Glass and Brass Ceiling Light Flush Mount
By Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful flush mount with textured bubble glass lamp shade and decorative brass base. Germany, 1960s-1970s Lamp sockets: 4x E27 (US E26).
Crystal, Metal, Brass
Large German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Ceiling Wall Lights Flushmounts
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
One of... beautiful sculptural white blown textured bubble glass flushmount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 3 x E27 (US E26).
Metal
Large German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Ceiling Light Flushmount, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful sculptural blown glass flushmount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 4 x E27 (US E26).
Metal
Set of Four Large Austrian Vintage Murano Ice Glass Wall Lights Sconces, 1960s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Berlin, DE
Set of four beautiful hand blown textured murano glass sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s.
Metal
Set of 2 J.T. Kalmar swirl Murano glass wall lamp sconce , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Set of 2 J.T. Kalmar swirl Murano glass wall lamp sconce , 1970s
Brass
Mazzega Pendant Lamp for in Murano Glass, 1970s Italy
By Carlo Nason, J.T. Kalmar
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mazzega Pendant Lamp for in Murano Glass, 1970s Italy The rod could be shortened to a total length of 60 cm. Delivery without bulb. It is wired and in working condition. It runs ...
Chrome
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.
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.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
In the market for a fantastic fixture from the 1940s, ’50s or ’60s? Here are some names to know.