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Large Capiz Shell Lamp by Feldman Lighting, 1960s
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Zaandam, NL
A rare and exceptional large capiz shell ball chandelier from the Feldman lighting Company Los
Category
Vintage 1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
Ceiling Lamp Shell Made with Natural Shells, Spain
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
Ceiling lamp made with natural shells
It is in perfect condition.
This lamp of the 20th century is
Category
20th Century Spanish Other Lanterns
Materials
Shell
Verner Panton Fun 1 STM Shell Floor Lamp with Frame Aluminum Lighting, 1960s
By Verner Panton
Located in Roma, IT
Unique midcentury Fun 1 STM shell floor lamp with aluminium frame. Verner Panton probably designed
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Aluminum, Metal
Solar Chandelier, Contemporary Capiz Shell Solar-Powered Lighting, Customizable
By Nina Edwards Anker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lighting design incorporates environmental technology while providing ambient lighting and projecting
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Chandeliers and Pend...
Materials
Shell
Feldman White Capiz Shell and Brass Table Lamp, circa 1960
By Feldman Lighting Co.
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Hello 1960s Hollywood Regency Glam! Most recently, a Feldman floor lamp of the same capiz floral pattern was featured in Quentin Tarantino's film "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" set ...
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
20th Century Table Lamp with Shells
Located in Buggiano, IT
Table lamp with plastic sphere manually coated with shells, very elegant.
In working condition
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Plastic
Crystal Shell 1, 7" Blown Glass Pendant by Shakuff
By Shakuff Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
clam shell look of the Crystal Shell pendant is accentuated by the wavy edges and "icy" chunks of glass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Crystal Shell Blown Glass Luxe Sconce by Shakuff
By Shakuff Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
5" crystal shell pendant on solid brass backplate sconce with 2 solid decorative bars framing the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Heifetz Rotoflex Green Cone Pendant Fixture by Moe Lighting
By Moe Lighting, Yasha Heifetz
Located in New York, NY
shell is suspended by a white cord, with the original brass ceiling cap, marked Moe Lighting. Original
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Plastic
Crystal Shell 6, 7" Blown Glass Pendant Foyer Chandelier by Shakuff
By Shakuff Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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The clam shell look of the crystal shell pendant is accentuated by the wavy edges and "icy" chunks of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Crystal Shell 3, 7" Blown Glass Pendant Bedside Chandelier by Shakuff
By Shakuff Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The clam shell look of the crystal shell pendant is accentuated by the wavy edges and "icy" chunks of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Crystal Shell 14, 7" Blown Glass Pendant Dining Room Chandelier by Shakuff
By Shakuff Lighting
Located in Brooklyn, NY
measures: 7"
The clam shell look of the crystal shell pendant is accentuated by the wavy edges and "icy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Pair of Shell Table Lamps with Glass Shades
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950s Italian shell-elaborated single light hurricane table lamps with acid-etched
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Blown Glass
Dragon Pendant /Lantern with Capiz Shell Shade
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-788 Antique brass pendant with copper dragon figures with latter added capiz shell shade
Takes 2
Category
Vintage 1920s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Copper, Brass
Perla Wall Sconce in Dark Bronze, Brass and Glass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Flos
Located in New York, NY
from within a shell, with a delicately curved metal shade enveloping a blown glass bulb like a luminous
Category
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Open Work Lamp with Shell Motif
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with small conk shells, fish and crabs - a very unique table lamp.
Base is brass and with metal
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Coastal Folk Art Sea Shell Encrusted Table Lamp with Harp
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A tall wooden lamp encrusted with natural seashells. This piece will be a wonderful addition to a living room or nightstand. The lamp itself is created from wood and has a square bas...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Table Lamps
Materials
Wood, Shell
Conch Shell Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Table lamp with conch sea shell shades. Brass stem.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair, Hollywood Regency Vintage Capiz Shell Table Lamps with Shades
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage Capiz shell table lamps.
Perfect working condition and each uses a max. 60 watts
Category
1990s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Capiz Shell Veneered Lamps
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a bold and stunning pair of lamps veneered overall with capiz shells and situated on a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of Sculptural Brass Floor Lamps with Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
in bronze-patina brass and each with a beautiful blue pen shell inlaid piece. The amorphous shapes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Willy Rizzo Italian Floor Lamp with Brass and Tortoise Shell Enamel, 1960
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Chicago, IL
Willy Rizzo for Lumica Italian floor lamp with brass and tortoiseshell enamel, circa 1960.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Brass Floor Lamp with Capiz Shell Shade, West Germany 1970s
By Fischer Leuchten
Located in Beograd, RS
Capiz shell shade, which provides beautiful light. Made in West Germany by Fischer Leuchten in 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 59.06 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in
Sculptural Floor Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass and Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
brass with a beautiful blue pen shell inlaid piece in the center. The amorphous shapes are an abstract
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 70.79 in W 17.33 in D 20.2 in
Sculptural Chrome Finish Floor Lamp with Pen Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
finish polished stainless steel with black pen shell inlay; creating a vintage feel to the piece. The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
H 59.06 in W 10.44 in D 13.78 in
Sculptural Floor Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass and Shell Inlay by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
-patina brass with a beautiful blue pen shell inlaid piece at the lower part. The amorphous shapes are an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 59.06 in W 10.44 in D 13.78 in
Faux Bamboo White Floor Lamp with Shell Shades
Located in Hastings, GB
1980s faux bamboo and bulrush floor lamp with shell shades
An elegant large floor lamp depicting
Category
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
Shell Inlay Floor Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
the piece. The piece is inlaid in a mixture of black pen shell and bronze patina brass. Part of the
Category
2010s French Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 79.53 in W 24.81 in D 27.56 in
Vintage Maitland Smith Figural Bronze Monkey Desk Lamp With Pen Shell Shade 27"
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
branch, holding an adjustable banker style pen shell shade. The bronze is mounted to a round wooden
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Table Lamps
Materials
Bronze
H 27 in W 14.5 in D 11 in
'Lavender Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Nickel with Natural Scallop Shell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, variegated lavender Lion’s Paw scallop shells.
Permanently fused open at the scallop's natural hinge, the
Category
2010s American Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Nickel
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H 18 in Dm 7 in
Faux Tortoise Shell Table Lamps
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A set of two Silhouette lamps in the form of a faux tortoise shell. One red and the other blue with
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Tortoise Shell
1970s Capiz Shell Table Lamp
Located in New York, NY
Large 1970s Capiz shell table lamp, with teak base and brass hardware.
Shade for photography
Category
20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
'Queen Helmet Conch Shell' Bamboo Floor Lamp with Vintage French Parasol Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, circa-1910 queen helmet conch shell from the artist's private collection. Brass fittings and a cloth
Category
2010s American Art Deco Floor Lamps
Materials
Concrete, Brass
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H 60 in Dm 19 in
Unique Large Shell Table Lamp with Brass Details
Located in Rijssen, NL
An unique table lamp with a large real shell on the base. The lamp is ornamented with beautiful
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Stone Nautilus Shell Lamp Encrusted with Amethyst Rock Crystals
By Dorothy Draper, Tony Duquette, Sirmos, Serge Roche
Located in Houston, TX
Stone Nautilus shell lamp encrusted with amethyst rock crystals.
Fabulous Hollywood Regency cast
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Materials
Cast Stone, Amethyst
Italian Alabaster Hand Carved Lamp with Shell Motif
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
3-739 Italian alabaster lamp with shell motif
Original wiring
Height top of socket 20.75".
Category
Vintage 1920s Table Lamps
Materials
Alabaster
Pair of Antique Carved Conch Shell Accent Table Lamps with Mythological Motif
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
These antique carved shell accent lamps are unsigned, but presumed to have originated from Italy
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
19th Century Shell Table Lamp with Flexible Neck
Located in Weiningen, CH
19th century shell table lamp with flexible neck.
Category
Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Materials
Nickel
Shell Inlay Table Lamp with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
shell and bronze patina brass. Part of the Owl capsule, see images at end of slide.
The dimensions of
Category
2010s French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
H 28.75 in W 11.82 in D 6.7 in
Capiz Shell Pendant Lamp
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Verner Panton, Doria Leuchten Germany, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful floral shell ball lamp from the 1970s.
Exceptional design and high -quality workmanship
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Shell Encrusted Iron Chandelier
Located in Hudson, NY
A vintage French wrought iron six-light scrolled arm rectangular chandelier encrusted in sea shells
Category
20th Century French Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Wrought Iron
Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp
Located in Riverdale, NY
Charming Art Deco Nautilus and Conch Shell Lamp from the 1940's with original bulb. 1940's USA.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Capiz Shell Wall or Flush Lamp
By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll, Doria Leuchten Germany, Verner Panton, J.T. Kalmar
Located in München, DE
Beautiful floral shell wall or ceiling lamp from the 1970s.
Exceptional design and high-quality
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Materials
Metal
Contemporary Joni Config. 1 LED Chandelier with Crystal and Páua Shell
By Ovature Studios
Located in Torslanda, SE
structure, a crystal hemisphere magnifies an iridescent Páua shell, native to New Zealand’s east coast and a
Category
2010s Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Crystal, Brass
H 35.44 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Shagreen Table Lamp with Shell and Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
shagreen and black pen shell with bronze-patina brass accents. This piece is a sister to the original Cosmo
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
Vintage White Capiz Shell Table Lamp
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage white Capiz shell table lamp.
Hand-crafted with beautiful white capiz shells.
Perfect
Category
Late 20th Century Indian Moorish Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Mid-Century Modern Conch Shell Lamp
Located in Antwerp, BE
Space Age Postmodern conch shell lamp with light fixture inside.
Giant conch shell mounted on a
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of Modern Large-Scale Shell Lamps with Lucite and Silver Leaf Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair of shell and aggregate vessels as lamps. Fabulous color, scale and texture
Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Concrete
Olbia Brass Casting Wall Sconce, Art Lighting, Sculptural Lighting
Located in İstiklal, TR
, sophistication, and unparalleled craftsmanship. Inspired by the intricate patterns found on the surface of shells
Category
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Seashell Solar Chandelier, Contemporary Solar-Powered Lighting, Customizable
By Nina Edwards Anker
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solar chandelier, a customizable solar-powered lighting installation for the off-the-grid living
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Chandeliers and Pend...
Materials
Shell
Vintage Coastal Nautilus Shell Chandelier
Located in west palm beach, FL
shells on each arm. Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.
Category
Late 20th Century American Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal
Vintage Coastal Plaster Shell Lamps After Sirmos
By Sirmos
Located in west palm beach, FL
shells and conch shells. Done in the manner of Sirmos. Acquired from a Miami estate.
Category
Late 20th Century North American Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Plaster
'Lion's Paw' Table Lamp in Brass and Terra Cotta with Real Scallop Shell Shade
By Tennant New York
Located in Brooklyn, NY
sourced, naturally translucent Lion’s Paw scallop shells.
Permanently fused open at the scallop's natural
Category
2010s American Table Lamps
Materials
Cement, Brass
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H 18 in Dm 7 in
1980s Ceramic Shell-Shaped Table Lamp with Gilded Edges
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Ceramic Shell-Shaped Table Lamp with Gilded Edges.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Table Lamps
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Glass Shell Form Lamps with Lucite Bases
Located in New York, NY
Pair of glass shell form lamps with Lucite bases.
Shades not included.
Measures: 27.5" H (top of
Category
Vintage 1970s Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Glass, Lucite
Shell Decorated and Filled Ginger Jar Lamp
Located in Hudson, NY
A glass ginger jar filled with specimen sea shells on a custom made sand encrusted base with
Category
20th Century Unknown Table Lamps
Materials
Shell, Glass
Pair Italian Carrara Marble Table Lamps With Shell Motif
Located in Chicago, IL
block two part base supports the vase form body with carved shell motif. Perfect size for the mantel or
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps
Pair of Large Shell Encrusted Table Lamps
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a dramatic pair of large lamps encrusted with a variety of shells representing different
Category
20th Century American Other Table Lamps
Materials
Shell
Pair of Triton Shell Pendants
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of repurposed triton shells now light fixtures wrapped with decorative metal having curly cue
Category
20th Century American Organic Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Shell
Oversized Capiz Shell Pendant / Lantern Light
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1269 Oversized capiz shell pendant with individual shell stitched together.
Chipped shell on top
Category
Vintage 1960s Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Shell
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Lighting With Shells For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of lighting with shells is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and glass, all lighting with shells available were constructed with great care. We have 112 antique and vintage lighting with shells in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Lighting with shells have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern lighting with shells are consistently popular styles. Kifu Augousti, Barovier&Toso and Tekna each produced beautiful lighting with shells that are worth considering.
How Much are Lighting With Shells?
Prices for lighting with shells can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, lighting with shells begin at $244 and can go as high as $233,364, while the average can fetch as much as $2,356.
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.
Questions About Lighting With Shells
- What are Shell Chairs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Shell chairs are iconic mid-century modern chairs designed by Hans J. Wegner and first released in 1963. In terms of both process and aesthetics, the Shell chair was ahead of its time when it was introduced. The expressive seat and back are made out of form-pressed oak or walnut laminates and topped with upholstered cushions for maximum comfort. Its design includes a tapered three-leg structure with two front legs made of one continuous piece and a separate hind leg that supports the backrest. This gives the chair a feeling of lightness without sacrificing stability. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Shell chairs.
- Do artillery shells explode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, if used properly, some artillery shells can explode. In the 19th century, artillery shells were designed to burst on impact causing shrapnel. Military collectors and firearm enthusiasts often proudly display artillery shells as vintage decor. Shop a selection of military memorabilia on 1stDibs.
- Is the Shell Chair comfortable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether the Shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, creator Hans J. Wegner designed the curves of the backrest and the seat to complement the contours of the human body in order to provide ample support when the Shell chair made its debut in 1963. Chairs became Wegner’s specialty, and over the years he designed over 500 of them. More than 100 of his designs, such as the Wishbone chair and the Papa Bear chair, went into production. Shop a selection of Shell chairs and other vintage Hans Wegner seating on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Whether or not the Wegner shell chair is comfortable is largely a matter of personal preference. Wegner did design the dramatically curved seat and gently tapered back to properly support the contours of the human body. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Hans Wegner chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In nature, you can find giant clam shells along the shorelines of the Philippines and in the Sabah coral reefs in Malaysian Borneo. To purchase giant clam shells, check out reputable online platforms, auction houses and antique stores. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of giant clam shells.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Capiz shell designs have been described as rustic and boho. Capiz is a type of flat pearl made from a windowpane oyster found in and named for the province of Capiz in the Philippines. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Capiz shell items from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024The history of the Wegner Shell Chair begins in 1963. Hans J. Wegner unveiled the chair at the Furniture Guild Exhibition in Copenhagen, Denmark. Often described as being "wing-like," the chair's radical fluid lines were considered a bit too futuristic at the time. Initially, mixed reviews from critics and the general public, as well as production difficulties, resulted in a very limited early run. Twelve new models were produced for a retrospective exhibition celebrating Wegner's 77th birthday in 1989, and the design began garnering renewed attention (a photograph of the chair was even selected to grace the cover of the exhibition catalog). In 1998, nearly a decade following the piece's reemergence at the retrospective event, Carl Hansen & Søn reintroduced the Shell chair 35 years after it was first released, and it has felt relevant ever since. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Hans Wegner Shell chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs
- What is a mission light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.
- What is a shop light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.
- What are dome lights?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.
- What Is a swag light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.
- What is a Sputnik light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
- What is a tole light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.
- What is chandelier light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.
- What is a cloud light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
- What is MOE lighting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
- What is a coach light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
- What is a string light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.
- What is chandelier lighting?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
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NASA Parachutes Inspired Lighting Designer Bec Brittain’s New Collection
In "Paraciphers," now on view at Emma Scully Gallery in New York, Brittain introduces works that were more than a decade in the making.
This Handsome Leather Pendant Light Is Crafted Using Saddle-Making Techniques
The Doma by L’Aviva Home nods to Colombia’s equestrian heritage.
Celebrate Spring Year-Round with This Lush Murano-Glass Chandelier
Hand-blown glass makes the Italian fixture glow like dew-covered leaves in the sun.
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