What is the difference between mid-century and mid-century modern?

The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.

What is a mid-century chair?

A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture 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. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.

What is mid century furniture?

Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.

What is mid-century jewelry?

Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What does mid century mean?

The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.

What is a mid-century sofa?

A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is mid-century artwork?

Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is mid century decor?

Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if furniture is mid century?

To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a chair is mid century?

To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.

How do you identify mid century lamps?

To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.

Why is mid century modern popular?

Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.

What makes a dresser mid-century?

A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.

Is rattan mid-century modern?

Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.

What time is considered mid-century??

Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.

Is Mondrian mid century modern?

Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.

Is mid-century modern timeless?

Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.

What does mid century modern mean?

Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.

What is mid century modern furniture?

Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

Is Eames mid-century modern?

Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.

Lustre Mid Century

French Pendant Lantern Iron

Table Lustres

Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Lustres Pelotas, 1950's

$16,380 / set

Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp by Lustres Pelotas, 1950's

By Lustres Pelotas

Located in New York, NY

This piece, produced by Lustres Pelotas, is an authentic mid-century object.

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

Materials

Brass

Lustres Pelotas, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Brazil, 1960s

$2,500

Lustres Pelotas, Pendant Light, Brass, Metal, Glass, Brazil, 1960s

By Lustres Pelotas

Located in High Point, NC

A brass, lacquered metal and etched glass pendant light designed and produced by Lustres Pelotas, Brazil, c. 1960s. The brass canopy presents with moderate oxidation. Moderate loss ...

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Pendant Lamp, Brass and Prismatic Glass, Lustres Pelotas Brazilian Design, 1950s

$4,480 / set

Pendant Lamp, Brass and Prismatic Glass, Lustres Pelotas Brazilian Design, 1950s

By Lustres Pelotas

Located in New York, NY

Original Condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pendant Lamp by Lustres Pelotas, Brass and Prismatic Glass, Brazil 1950s

$3,080

Vintage Pendant Lamp by Lustres Pelotas, Brass and Prismatic Glass, Brazil 1950s

By Lustres Pelotas

Located in New York, NY

Original Condition.

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Fire King Peach Lustre Custard Cups Set of Six

$396 / set

Mid-Century Fire King Peach Lustre Custard Cups Set of Six

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Fire King Peach Lustre Custard Cups, Set of Six, Mid-Century Modern Fire King forever changed the way the American kitchen was understood.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century American Ceramic Table Lamp, Lustre Glazed, Bullet Form

$4,200

Mid-Century American Ceramic Table Lamp, Lustre Glazed, Bullet Form

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American ceramic table lamp in tall bullet form with a funnel neck, lustre glazed in speckled orange, rust and metallic gold stripes, topped with a molded wood circular c...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fire King Peach Lustre Mixing Bowls Set of 3, Mid-Century Modern

$495 / set

Fire King Peach Lustre Mixing Bowls Set of 3, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Fire King forever changed the way the American kitchen was understood. Beginning in the 1940s, Anchor Hocking introduced durable, heat resistant glassware created for daily use in mi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Serving Bowls

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

$400 / set

Set of Six Fire King Peach Lustre Handled Soup Bowls, Mid-Century

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Fire King forever changed the way the American kitchen was understood. Beginning in the 1940s, Anchor Hocking introduced durable, heat-resistant glassware created for everyday use in...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Flower Vase, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Lustre, Mid-20th Century, circa 1950

$587Sale Price|20% Off

Flower Vase, English, Ceramic, Decorative, Lustre, Mid-20th Century, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, ceramic, decorative vase with lustre finish, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century British Studio Pottery Metallic Lustre Bottle Vase with Maker's Mark

$509

Mid Century British Studio Pottery Metallic Lustre Bottle Vase with Maker's Mark

Located in Nottingham, GB

A bulbous, rounded body tapers abruptly into a slender pinched neck with a small aperture, creating a compact bottle form. The ceramic exterior is finished in an intricate metallic l...

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Mid-20th Century Vases

Materials

Stoneware

Fire King Peach Lustre Scalloped Custard Cups, Set of Six, Mid-Century Modern

$385 / set

Fire King Peach Lustre Scalloped Custard Cups, Set of Six, Mid-Century Modern

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Fire King forever changed the way the American kitchen was understood. Beginning in the 1940s, Anchor Hocking introduced a line of durable, heat resistant glassware that brought mate...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Set of Six Vintage Peach Lustre Glass Cloche Bells, Mid-Century, circa 1950s

$352 / set

Set of Six Vintage Peach Lustre Glass Cloche Bells, Mid-Century, circa 1950s

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Distintivo set de seis campanas vintage de vidrio, cada una realizada con una elegante silueta acampanada y realzada por un luminoso acabado Peach Lustre. Su cálida tonalidad albaric...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Luster, Glass

Pair of 19th Century Cranbury Glass Lustres

$2,447 / set

Pair of 19th Century Cranbury Glass Lustres

Located in London, GB

A pair of mid 19th century cranberry glass Vases, having scalloped tops holding cut-glass pendant drops raised on circular stems.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Glass

Materials

Glass

19th Century bronze and ormolu stag lustre candlesticks

$1,169 / set

19th Century bronze and ormolu stag lustre candlesticks

Located in London, GB

Antique pair of mid-19th century bronze and ormolu lustre candlesticks having leaf canopies above “branch” stems raised on moulded plinth bases mounted with antlered stags.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Lustre en laiton et métal laqué, 1970

$2,521

Lustre en laiton et métal laqué, 1970

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Lustre en laiton et métal laqué, 1970 Abat jour en plastique

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Victorian Green Glass Table Lustres

$1,121 / set

Pair of Victorian Green Glass Table Lustres

Located in Altrincham, GB

Pair of Victorian Green Glass Table Lustres with frilled rims and prism cut glass drops - 6" diam x 11.5"h

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Garniture

Materials

Glass

ROYAL WORCESTER England Oval Lidded Tureen Lustre Gold

$299

ROYAL WORCESTER England Oval Lidded Tureen Lustre Gold

By Royal Worcester

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Oval lidded tureen lustre gold by Royal Worcester, England lidded dish gold luster fire proof bakeware. Vintage Royal Worcester England Ceramic Shiny Gold Lustre Pattern Luster Lidde...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Victorian Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Lustre en métal doré et émaillé, vers 1960-1970.

$2,865

Lustre en métal doré et émaillé, vers 1960-1970.

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Lustre en métal doré et émaillé, vers 1960-1970.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Riccardo Gatti Faenza Italian Lustre Ceramic Vase, circa 1935

$2,406

Riccardo Gatti Faenza Italian Lustre Ceramic Vase, circa 1935

By Riccardo Gatti

Located in Roma, IT

Italian ceramic vase by Riccardo Gatti, made in Faenza circa 1935 and distinguished by its lustre-glazed surface with warm metallic reflections. Riccardo Gatti (Faenza, 1886–1972) fo...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Flared Potpourri Dish, English, Carnival Lustre Glass, Bonbon Bowl, 1950

$311Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Flared Potpourri Dish, English, Carnival Lustre Glass, Bonbon Bowl, 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, carnival lustre glass bonbon bowl, dating to the mid century period, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Glass

Wonderful Japanese Showa Era Lustre Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl 1960s

$911

Wonderful Japanese Showa Era Lustre Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

Wonderful Japanese Showa Era Lustre Glazed Studio Pottery Bowl 1960s. A very beautiful black Japanese studio pottery bowl with a wonderful lustre glaze in red and gold on the inside...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Pottery

Lustre de style scandinave en teck et opaline, vers 1960.

$2,062

Lustre de style scandinave en teck et opaline, vers 1960.

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Lustre de style scandinave en teck et opaline, vers 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opaline Glass, Teak

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Glass and Metel c. 1970

$381Sale Price|33% Off

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Glass and Metel c. 1970

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France mid-century Lustre in metal and glass Chandelier with six lights This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards Good condition Shipping : L...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Danish Chandelier Tole Ceiling Pendant Lustre Louis Poulsen c. 1970

$632Sale Price|20% Off

Danish Chandelier Tole Ceiling Pendant Lustre Louis Poulsen c. 1970

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, Denmark mid-century Lustre in sheet metal Blue and white.

Category

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

Materials

Sheet Metal

French Ceiling Lamp Brass Yellow Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

$595Sale Price|20% Off

French Ceiling Lamp Brass Yellow Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in brass and yellow glass. The glass is the original but it is like new. Soft and pleasant lighting. Its large size makes it ideal lighting and d...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

French Lustre Colored Glass & Iron Ceiling Pendant Chandelier circa 1960

$615Sale Price|31% Off

French Lustre Colored Glass & Iron Ceiling Pendant Chandelier circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Mid century period chandelier or lustre, French Wrought iron, colored yellow and textured glass Made in the 20th mid century Good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Set of 3 Vintage Fire-King Peach Lustre Baking Dishes, 1950s

$495 / set

Set of 3 Vintage Fire-King Peach Lustre Baking Dishes, 1950s

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Today, the set is particularly appealing to collectors of Fire-King and mid-century American glass, as well as to contemporary interiors that value the union of design, function and ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Luster, Glass, Milk Glass

Vintage Lustre Fruit Bowl, Continental, Art Glass, Display Dish, Kitchen, Lounge

$851

Vintage Lustre Fruit Bowl, Continental, Art Glass, Display Dish, Kitchen, Lounge

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage lustre fruit bowl. A Continental, art glass display dish in the manner of Steuben Verre De Soie, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Vintage Decorative Vase, English, Carnival Glass, Ornament, Lustre, circa 1940

$467Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Decorative Vase, English, Carnival Glass, Ornament, Lustre, circa 1940

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, carnival glass ornament with fine lustre, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1940.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vases

Materials

Glass

Lustre à six lumières en Inox et laque blanche, circa 1970

$3,438

Lustre à six lumières en Inox et laque blanche, circa 1970

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Lustre à six lumières en Inox et laque blanche, circa 1970 Quelques rayures sur le vernis.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Steel

Tall Vintage Decorative Vase, English, Ceramic, Collectible, Lustre, circa 1950

$783Sale Price|20% Off

Tall Vintage Decorative Vase, English, Ceramic, Collectible, Lustre, circa 1950

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, ceramic collectible vase with profuse lustre finish, dating to the mid-20th century, circa 1950.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vintage Display Vase, Italian, Murano Art Glass, Baluster, Flower Pot, Lustre

$1,007

Vintage Display Vase, Italian, Murano Art Glass, Baluster, Flower Pot, Lustre

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage display vase. An Italian, Murano art glass baluster flower pot, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Presents a distinguished appearance, with line work an...

Category

Antique 1880s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Glass

French Black Lacquered Wood Ceiling Lustre Eight Lamps, circa 1940

$2,509

French Black Lacquered Wood Ceiling Lustre Eight Lamps, circa 1940

Located in Labrit, Landes

Eight-light French chandelier in black lacquered in carved wood, circa 1960. An imposing French chandelier from the 1940s, crafted from turned and carved wood and fully lacquered in...

Category

Antique 1640s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

1950, travail italien, lustre en fer forgé doré et laqué noir.

$5,157

1950, travail italien, lustre en fer forgé doré et laqué noir.

Located in Mouscron, WHT

1950, travail italien, lustre en fer forgé doré et laqué noir.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

French Ceiling Pendant Glass & Brass Chandelier Lustre Guariche style circa 1960

$449Sale Price|20% Off

French Ceiling Pendant Glass & Brass Chandelier Lustre Guariche style circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in granulated glass and brass. Umbrella shape. This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards. Good condition. Shipping : 48 / 48 / 10...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Ten Lamps Massive Brass, circa 1960

$1,730

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Ten Lamps Massive Brass, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Brass and polished glass chandelier made in France circa 1960. A polished brass pendant light with six arms, featuring a classic design inspired by the French neoclassical style. The...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Spanish Renaissance Style Oak Ceiling Lustre Six Lamps, circa 1960

$1,549Sale Price / item|20% Off

Spanish Renaissance Style Oak Ceiling Lustre Six Lamps, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Spanish pendant light chandelier, 20th mid-century Six lamps mounted on a oak wooden fixture, hand-carved in the Spanish Renaissance style. Good condition Shipping: 63 / 70 / 57 cm...

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Oak

French Ceiling Lamp Iron and Colored Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

$541Sale Price|20% Off

French Ceiling Lamp Iron and Colored Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in wrought iron and colored glass. The glass is the original but it is like new. Soft and pleasant lighting. This chandelier is conform to USA...

Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Ceiling Lamp Wrought Iron and Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

$1,134

French Ceiling Lamp Wrought Iron and Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in wrought iron and glass.The glass is the original but it is like new. Soft and pleasant lighting. Its large size makes it ideal lighting and de...

Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Georges Pelletier Decorative Dish or Vide-Poche with Gold Lustre Details France

$676

Georges Pelletier Decorative Dish or Vide-Poche with Gold Lustre Details France

By Georges Pelletier

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Signed "Pelletier" on the underside, this authentic French studio pottery piece dates from the mid-20th century and exemplifies the celebrated ceramic work that made Georges Pelletie...

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic

French Chandelier Ceiling Wool on Metallic Frame Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

$342Sale Price|33% Off

French Chandelier Ceiling Wool on Metallic Frame Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France Lustre made of natural wool on a metallic frame. Soft and pleasant lighting. The height of the chandelier on the photos is minimal. It is possible to lengt...

Category

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

Materials

Wool, Pine

French Walnut, Chrome and Glass Ceiling Lustre Eight Lamps, circa 1960

$1,212Sale Price|62% Off

French Walnut, Chrome and Glass Ceiling Lustre Eight Lamps, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, mid-century Eight lamps mounted on a painted wooden fixture, carved in the cactus style.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Vintage Decorative Fruit Bowl, English, Art Glass, Serving Dish, Lustre Finish

$623Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Decorative Fruit Bowl, English, Art Glass, Serving Dish, Lustre Finish

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage decorative fruit bowl. An English, art glass serving dish with lustre finish, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Eye-catching colour dazzles across this...

Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

Italian Large Majolica Terracotta Sculpture with Lustre by Adolfo Merlone, 1950s

$2,553

Italian Large Majolica Terracotta Sculpture with Lustre by Adolfo Merlone, 1950s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Large Majolica Terracotta Sculpture with Lustre by Adolfo Merlone, 1950s Majolica terracotta sculpture decorated with lustre glazes in shades of red, blue and yellow depicti...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Maiolica, Terracotta

Iron and Glass Lustre Ceiling Lamp French Lantern, circa 1960

$449Sale Price|20% Off

Iron and Glass Lustre Ceiling Lamp French Lantern, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, midcentury Textured yellow glass and iron This can be rewired to USA, UK and European standards Good condition. Shipping 22 / 22 / H 29 cm 1.6 kg

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Iron and Brass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

$382Sale Price|31% Off

Iron and Brass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, midcentury Iron and brass. This lamp from the 60s has been brought up to date with a recently created bulb. This can be rewired to USA, UK and E...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron, Brass

Iron and Glass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

$531Sale Price|20% Off

Iron and Glass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, midcentury Textured glass globe and iron This can be rewired to USA, UK and European standards Good condition. Shipping D23 H23 1.3KG.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Spanish Style Oak & Wrought Iron, c1960

$1,265Sale Price|20% Off

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Spanish Style Oak & Wrought Iron, c1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Four-lights oak, wrought-iron and sheet metal chandelier. Very suitable for Spanish decoration Made in the 60's, beautifully crafted. B22 lampholder (bulbs supplied) Shipping: 60 /...

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

Materials

Wrought Iron, Sheet Metal

Ravissant lustre en cristal dans le style de la Maison Bagues, vers 1960

$2,979

Ravissant lustre en cristal dans le style de la Maison Bagues, vers 1960

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Ravissant lustre en cristal dans le style de la Maison Bagues, datant d'environ 1960

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Three Lamps Glass and Brass, c. 1960

$870Sale Price|36% Off

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Three Lamps Glass and Brass, c. 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant with three lights, France Lustre in brass and glass This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards Good condition Shipping: D 58 H 56 cm 2,8kg.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

French Ceiling Lamp Wrought Iron and Colored Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

$461Sale Price|31% Off

French Ceiling Lamp Wrought Iron and Colored Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in wrought iron and yellow glass.The glass is the original but it is like new. Soft and pleasant lighting. This chandelier is conform to USA a...

Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Anchor and hocking fire king Peach Lustre Laurel cup and saucer , 1960s

$515 / set

Anchor and hocking fire king Peach Lustre Laurel cup and saucer , 1960s

Located in Delft, NL

small cup and saucer set these are the small size not the bigger ones

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

Small Vintage Lustre Dish, Continental, Art Glass, Decorative Fruit Bowl, C.1970

$436Sale Price|20% Off

Small Vintage Lustre Dish, Continental, Art Glass, Decorative Fruit Bowl, C.1970

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small vintage lustre dish. A Continental, art glass decorative fruit bowl, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Radiant colour and serpentine form catches the eye...

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Art Glass

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Four Lamps Black Metal & Brass, c 1960

$836

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Four Lamps Black Metal & Brass, c 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Four-light black metal, brass and granita glass chandelier. Very suitable for Spanish decoration. Made in the 60's Shipping: 63 / 33 / 33 cm 3 kg

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Soft Fruit Dish, English, Carnival Glass, Display Plate, Lustre, C.1970

$311Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Soft Fruit Dish, English, Carnival Glass, Display Plate, Lustre, C.1970

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a vintage soft fruit dish. An English, carnival glass plate, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1970. Striking lustre with a delightful colour palette Displays a desirab...

Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

$995 / set

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

By Josef Ekberg, Wilhelm Kage, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A pair of green & gold candlesticks with amazing lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s. Great...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

Pair Of Antique Flower Vases, English, Lustre Ceramic, Oriental Taste, C.1920

$936Sale Price|20% Off

Pair Of Antique Flower Vases, English, Lustre Ceramic, Oriental Taste, C.1920

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a pair of antique flower vases. An English, lustre glaze ceramic sleeve with Oriental taste, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Dashing colour accentuated with a...

Category

Early 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

$681 / set

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

By Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg, Wilhelm Kage

Located in Malmö, SE

A pair of candlesticks with amazing lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s. Good original cond...

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant "A La Perle" Lustre Wrought Iron circa 1920

$5,500

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant "A La Perle" Lustre Wrought Iron circa 1920

Located in Labrit, Landes

Remarkable thirteen-lights wrought-iron chandelier. Ceiling pendant with twelve bulbs on wooden candle-style holders and an opaline lamp above the pendant light. It is this last lamp...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

$567 / set

Pair of Art Deco Lustre Candlesticks by Josef Ekberg. Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s

By Wilhelm Kage, Josef Ekberg, Gustavsberg

Located in Malmö, SE

A pair of small candlesticks with amazing lustre glaze and hand painted gold details. Scandinavian Grace / Art Deco. Made by Josef Ekberg at Gustavsberg, Sweden, 1930s. Great condit...

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

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Pilkington's Lustre Jardiniere

Unavailable

H 7 in W 7.5 in D 0.1 in

Pilkington's Lustre Jardiniere

By Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian Pottery Company

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pilkington's Lustre Jardiniere decorated with Galleons by William Mycock and potted by Radford

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Mid-20th Century British Planters and Jardinieres

Chandelier Vistosi Torcello Murano Textured Glassdiscs Candelabra Luster Lustre

Unavailable

H 41.34 in Dm 13.78 in

Chandelier Vistosi Torcello Murano Textured Glassdiscs Candelabra Luster Lustre

By Gino Vistosi

Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT

Beautiful Vistosi Torcello Murano chandelier with 26 textured glass discs in white and yellow; mounted on aluminium frame including six bulb fittings.

Category

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

Materials

Glass

CHANDELIER By Fontana Arte Glassdiscs Green Blue Candelabra Luster Lustre

Unavailable

H 33.86 in Dm 28.75 in

CHANDELIER By Fontana Arte Glassdiscs Green Blue Candelabra Luster Lustre

By Fontana Arte

Located in Perchtoldsdorf, AT

Stunning Fontana Arte chandelier equipped with its delicately Green/Blue shimmering glass discs mounted on a chromium frame including 12 bulb fittings. This very special object repre...

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

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Lead Crystal Candlesticks with Pressed Glass and Crystal Lustres

Unavailable

H 10.75 in Dm 3.5 in

Pair of Lead Crystal Candlesticks with Pressed Glass and Crystal Lustres

Located in London, GB

Beautiful pair of lead crystal candlesticks, made in West Germany. They have pressed glass tops with cut crystal spear prism lustres, they are of an earlier date. The candlesticks wi...

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Mid-20th Century German Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal

Victorian Pair of Gold Gilt Girandole Candlesticks with Marble Bases and Lustres

Unavailable

H 14.37 in W 5 in D 3 in

Victorian Pair of Gold Gilt Girandole Candlesticks with Marble Bases and Lustres

Located in London, GB

Stylish pair of girandole gold gilt candlesticks with marble bases and crystal prism lustres, designed with lady figures. They are height 36.5 cm / 14.37 inches, and the marble bases...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Gothic Revival Candlesticks

Materials

Marble, Crystal

Lustre en verre de Murano blanc laiteux et rose à quatre bras de lumière

Unavailable

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Lustre en verre de Murano blanc laiteux et rose à quatre bras de lumière

Located in ROYÈRE-DE-VASSIVIÈRE, FR

Lustre en verre de Murano blanc laiteux et rose à quatre bras de lumière bras en verre torsadé et tulipes, ornements de roses sur tiges torsadées de trois tailles différentes (une pe...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

French Mid-Century Modern Eight-Piece Coffee Service by Lucchesi for Vallauris

Unavailable

H 7 in Dm 5.5 in

French Mid-Century Modern Eight-Piece Coffee Service by Lucchesi for Vallauris

By Vallauris

Located in Port Hope, ON

This vibrantly coloured 8 piece French Mid-Century Modern lustre faïence coffee service is by Auguste Lucchesi for Vallauris.

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Delft and Faience

Materials

Faience

Pink Sunderland Lustre Praise Ye The Lord Pottery Plaque, Mid 19th Century

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H 8.27 in W 9.45 in D 1.19 in

Pink Sunderland Lustre Praise Ye The Lord Pottery Plaque, Mid 19th Century

By Sunderland

Located in Bristol, GB

Antique Victorian ceramic religious wall hanging plaque Pink spongeware edged with copper lustre around a central transferware panel quoting the bible. It is in very good vintag...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Lustre Candlesticks, with Well Cast Ostriches

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H 12.5 in W 5 in D 3 in

Mid-19th Century Bronze and Ormolu Lustre Candlesticks, with Well Cast Ostriches

Located in London, GB

An unusual pair of mid-19th century bronze and ormolu lustre candlesticks, with large candleholders, above flower and berry canopies, supported on entwined branches, raised on rectan...

Category

Antique 1840s More Lighting

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp Design by Lustres Pelotas, Aluminum and Brass 1950s

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H 6.11 in Dm 5.91 in

Mid-Century Modern Wall Lamp Design by Lustres Pelotas, Aluminum and Brass 1950s

Located in New York, NY

Previously Restored. This wall lamps have flexible structures to adjust the light positions.

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

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

A Nineteenth Century Hispano Moresque Copper Lustre Lamp

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H 13.78 in Dm 12.6 in

A Nineteenth Century Hispano Moresque Copper Lustre Lamp

Located in London, England

A Hispano Moresque globular vase with winged handles, tapered neck and flared rim, decorated with tile motifs in copper lustre with blue highlights. Spain, Late Nineteenth Century ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Moorish Table Lamps

Materials

Copper

Bitossi Copper Lustre Glazed Lamps

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H 23.5 in Dm 5.25 in

Bitossi Copper Lustre Glazed Lamps

By Bitossi

Located in New York, NY

Italian mid century modernist lamps with a copper lustre glaze and hand incised terracota band.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Safavid Lustre Ware Vase

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H 7.5 in W 0.1 in D 0.1 in

Rare Safavid Lustre Ware Vase

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A rare Safavid lustre ware vase with a globular body, flared rim, handle and tapering conical spout, decorated throughout in chocolate lustre with naive animals on a foliate ground. ...

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Antique Mid-17th Century Persian Vases

Large Blue Lustre Glaze Lamp

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H 14.18 in Dm 5.52 in

Large Blue Lustre Glaze Lamp

Located in London, GB

A large vase of urn form with handles to each side, glazed in blue and dark grey lustre, now as a lamp. Currently wired for the UK. Please note: Lampshade not included.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of High Quality 19th Century American Ormolu Lustre Candelabra

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H 17 in W 14 in D 4 in

Pair of High Quality 19th Century American Ormolu Lustre Candelabra

Located in London, GB

A fine quality pair of mid 19th century American ormolu three-light candelabra, having vase-shaped nozzles, above leaf frond canopies, supported on scroll and interlaced arms, raised...

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Antique Mid-19th Century American American Classical Candlesticks

Materials

Ormolu

Modern Gold-Lustre Glazed Earthenware Jardiniere

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H 18.5 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in

Modern Gold-Lustre Glazed Earthenware Jardiniere

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern gold-lustre glazed earthenware jardiniere, with lobed body. 18.5” H x 26.5” diameter. Provenance: Removed from a 157 East 57th Street estate.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Gold

Pair of Heavily Cut Victorian Lustres

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H 9.45 in Dm 5.12 in

Pair of Heavily Cut Victorian Lustres

Located in Steyning, West sussex

A pair of Victorian lustres with heavily cut bases, hung with unusual scollop cut rule drops.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Candlesticks

Materials

Cut Glass

Pink and Green Lustre Glass Vase

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H 10.04 in Dm 4.73 in

Pink and Green Lustre Glass Vase

Located in London, GB

A mid-century French art pottery lamp of ovoid form, the surface decorated with a background of pale pink interspersed with daubs of peach and green glaze. Currently wired for the...

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Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

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H 11.42 in Dm 7.88 in

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France Lustre in brass This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards Good condition Shipping : D 20 H 29-1kg.

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

Materials

Brass

French Art Pottery Vase with Lustre Glaze

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H 11.03 in Dm 5.12 in

French Art Pottery Vase with Lustre Glaze

Located in London, GB

A mid century art pottery vase with unusual iridescent glaze, now mounted as a lamp with turned brass base. Currently wired for the UK. Please note: lampshades not included.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Midcentury Lustre-Glazed Table Lamps in Orange

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H 33 in Dm 7 in

Midcentury Lustre-Glazed Table Lamps in Orange

Located in Astoria, NY

American lustre-glazed ceramic lamps, produced, circa 1960s with baluster form body. The glaze features hues ranging from bright orange to yellow and ochre and the lamps rest on circ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

French Metallic-Lustre Ceramic Boule Table Lamp, Vallauris, 1950s

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H 13.39 in Dm 7.09 in

French Metallic-Lustre Ceramic Boule Table Lamp, Vallauris, 1950s

By Vallauris

Located in BARCELONA, ES

SEO/Tags: Vallauris, Accolay, French ceramic lamp, metallic glaze, boule lamp, mid-century, 1950s, lustre, modernist.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Six-Arm Cubiste Lustre in Wood, circa 1940

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H 26.38 in Dm 21.66 in

Six-Arm Cubiste Lustre in Wood, circa 1940

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Six-arm cubiste lustre in wood, circa 1940.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

Six-Arm Cubiste Lustre in Wood, circa 1940

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H 26.38 in Dm 21.66 in

Six-Arm Cubiste Lustre in Wood, circa 1940

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Six-arm cubiste lustre in wood, circa 1940

Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wood

1970's West German Ceramic Lustre Vase, Signed

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H 16.15 in Dm 4.73 in

1970's West German Ceramic Lustre Vase, Signed

Located in London, GB

This 1970's West German vase adds a touch of Mid-Century artistry to your existing interior decor. West German ceramics are known for their high-quality handmade craftsmanship and un...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Vintage Decorative Vases, English, Carnival Glass, Lustre

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H 11.03 in W 5.12 in D 4.73 in

Pair of Vintage Decorative Vases, English, Carnival Glass, Lustre

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, carnival glass flower vase with striking lustre finish, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair of Victorian Cut Glass and Crystal Drop Lustres

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H 7 in Dm 4 in

Pair of Victorian Cut Glass and Crystal Drop Lustres

Located in Altrincham, GB

Pair of Victorian Cut Glass and Crystal Drop Lustres with Ormalu Cup Drip Trays - 2" diam x 7"h

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Candlesticks

Materials

Crystal, Ormolu

Pair of Midcentury American Lustre-Glazed Porcelain Lamps

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H 21.5 in Dm 8 in

Pair of Midcentury American Lustre-Glazed Porcelain Lamps

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage American luster-glazed porcelain lamps, produced circa 1960's, each with double cluster sockets (pull chains included) and brass stem, over baluster form body, beau...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier Antique Clear Classic Lustre

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H 33.47 in Dm 39.38 in

Maria Theresa Crystal Chandelier Antique Clear Classic Lustre

Located in Berlin, DE

The frame is fully dressed all-over with glass. Cut crystal drops of different dimensions and shapes are hanging all-over the octagonal button chains, all around the chandelier. M...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Wire

Abstract Sunflower Studio Vase From Vallauris, France - Applied Lustre Glaze

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H 6.5 in Dm 4 in

Abstract Sunflower Studio Vase From Vallauris, France - Applied Lustre Glaze

By Vallauris

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Extraordinary lustre glazed ceramic vase from Vallauris, France Fascinating textures, patterning and artistry Circa 1970's Signed Vallauris to base Height 6.5 inch, Diameter 4 inch,...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Overlay and Enamelled Glass Lustre Lamp, Crystalex, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

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H 12.01 in W 5.71 in D 5.71 in

Overlay and Enamelled Glass Lustre Lamp, Crystalex, Czechoslovakia, 1950s

By Crystalex

Located in Praha, CZ

Bohemian glass lustre lamp with hand painted floral decoration with gilt accents. Ruby underlay with white overlay and enameled glass, bearing eight cut glass pendants. One of the pe...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical

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H 38.98 in Dm 27.56 in

Empire Brass Chandelier Crystal Lustre Ceiling Light Antique Classical

Located in Berlin, DE

Old chandelier lovingly and expertly restored in Berlin. Electrical installations work in the USA. Rewired and ready to hang. None missing. Wiring completely renewed. Crystal, hand k...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Danish Søren Kongstand Ceramic Vase with Red Brown Lustre Glaze, Midcentury

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H 8.67 in Dm 5.12 in

Danish Søren Kongstand Ceramic Vase with Red Brown Lustre Glaze, Midcentury

By Søren Kongstrand

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Ceramic vase made by the Danish ceramist Søren Kongstrand (1872-1951) - signed SK for Søren Kongstrand The vase is decorated with a red brown Lustre glaze. Søren Kongstrand and h...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

French Rattan & Fabric Louis Sognot Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre circa 1960

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H 28.75 in Dm 18.12 in

French Rattan & Fabric Louis Sognot Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre circa 1960

By Louis Sognot

Located in Labrit, Landes

French ceiling pendant lustre in rattan and fabric Louis Sognot has had a long career as a designer. His earliest known works were produced for Jansen during the Art Deco period. In ...

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

Materials

Rattan, Fabric

Rarity Rectangle Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Square Lamp Antique

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H 30.32 in W 21.66 in D 11.42 in

Rarity Rectangle Crystal Chandelier Brass Lustre Ceiling Square Lamp Antique

Located in Berlin, DE

Original preserved chandelier, circa 1930. Cabling and sockets completely renewed. Crystal hand-knotted Measures: Total height: 110 cm, height without chain: 77 cm, diameter 55 x 29 ...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century European Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Iron and Glass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

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H 13.39 in W 6.7 in D 6.7 in

Iron and Glass Ceiling Lamp Lustre French Lantern, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, mid-century Glass globe Golden chrome and iron This can be rewired to USA, UK and European standards Good condition Shipping: Diam 26/ H 33 cm 1.4 ...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Iron

Antique Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Rarity Bronze

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H 31.5 in Dm 25.6 in

Antique Crystal Chandelier Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Rarity Bronze

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Florentiner crystal chandelier ceiling lamp Lustre Art Nouveau Rarity Measures: Total height 110 cm, height without chain 80 cm, diameter 65 cm. Weight (approximately): 13kg...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century European Baroque Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Iron, Wire

Fine Vintage Carnival Vase, English, Glass, Decorative, Flower, Lustre, C. 1930

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H 12.41 in W 3.94 in D 3.94 in

Fine Vintage Carnival Vase, English, Glass, Decorative, Flower, Lustre, C. 1930

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

An English, glass decorative flower vase with lustre finish, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1930.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Vases

Materials

Glass

J & MP Bell, Glasgow Aesthetic Movement Lustre Bracelet Pattern Drainer, Trivet

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H 1 in W 9 in D 12 in

J & MP Bell, Glasgow Aesthetic Movement Lustre Bracelet Pattern Drainer, Trivet

By J. & M.P. Bell & Co. 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An ironstone, transfer printed drainer in the Lustre bracelet pattern, the Aesthetic taste, J & MP Bell & Co., Glasgow, Scotland, circa 1842-1880. Drainers were meant to sit in a p...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Scottish Aesthetic Movement Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ironstone

Peach Lustre Glazed Glass Fire King Tableware by Anchor Hocking, USA, 1950s

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H 0.79 in Dm 11.03 in

Peach Lustre Glazed Glass Fire King Tableware by Anchor Hocking, USA, 1950s

By Anchor Hocking

Located in Barcelona, ES

Complete 6 pax tableware set produced by Fire King in the 1950s. Peach lustre aka "carnival glass" are made from pressed/moulded glass with an iridescent surface shimmer applied. The...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Glass

French Brass Ceiling Lamp with Three Putti Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

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H 23.63 in W 24.41 in D 21.66 in

French Brass Ceiling Lamp with Three Putti Pendant Lustre, circa 1970

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in brass with frozen glass for the tulips. Soft and pleasant lighting. This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards. Good condit...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

French Ceiling Lamp Iron & Glass Mathieu Matégot style Pendant Lustre circa 1960

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H 15.75 in Dm 7.49 in

French Ceiling Lamp Iron & Glass Mathieu Matégot style Pendant Lustre circa 1960

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in metal and glass. Soft and pleasant lighting. The top of the lamp is typical of Mathieu Matégot style. This chandelier is conform to USA and EU...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Pair Of French Ceramic Candleholders With Iridescent Lustre Finish

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H 6.3 in W 11.82 in D 1.97 in

Art Deco Pair Of French Ceramic Candleholders With Iridescent Lustre Finish

By Vallauris

Located in Prato, Tuscany

Elegant pair of French ceramic candleholders, enhanced by a refined lustre glaze with iridescent, mother-of-pearl reflections that shift from pearl white to deep blue depending on th...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Candlesticks

Materials

Ceramic

French Walnut, Chrome and Glass Ceiling Lustre Four Lamps, circa 1960

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H 25.99 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

French Walnut, Chrome and Glass Ceiling Lustre Four Lamps, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Pendant light chandelier, France, mid-century Four lamps with glass globe decorated with silver trim. The fixing system currently consists of a threaded rod to be integrated into t...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Chrome

Maria Theresa Crystal Purple Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau

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H 25.6 in Dm 14.57 in

Maria Theresa Crystal Purple Chandelier Antique Ceiling Lamp Lustre Art Nouveau

Located in Berlin, DE

Maria Theresa Crystal Purple Chandelier - Antique Ceiling Lamp with Art Nouveau Elegance Introducing a captivating Maria Theresa crystal purple chandelier, a true embodiment of Art ...

Category

Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Wire

Set of 10 Anchor and hocking fire king Peach Lustre Laurel cups plates cans pot

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H 2.37 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Set of 10 Anchor and hocking fire king Peach Lustre Laurel cups plates cans pot

By Anchor Hocking

Located in Delft, NL

Dimensions: 15cm Diameter plate 2cm Height plate , 11,5cm Width cup , 6cm height cup , 9,5cm diameter cup

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Glass

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Art Glass

Large Opaline Glass and Brass Wall Lamps by Erik Gunnar Asplund, Sweden 1940s

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H 11.03 in W 10.63 in D 21.26 in

Large Opaline Glass and Brass Wall Lamps by Erik Gunnar Asplund, Sweden 1940s

By ASEA, Erik Gunnar Asplund

Located in Utrecht, NL

Brass, with its warm and timeless lustre, complements the opulence of mid-century interiors, while opaline glass diffusers disperse light with a soft, ethereal glow.

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass

Chandelier Classical Ceiling Pendant Murano, Lustre Midcentury 1960, Italy

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H 31.5 in Dm 25.2 in

Chandelier Classical Ceiling Pendant Murano, Lustre Midcentury 1960, Italy

Located in Labrit, Landes

Classical murano ceiling pendant Lustre of crystal with gold inclusions Good vintage condition. This lustre has been rewired to USA or EU and UK standards. Shipping: D64 H80 6...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Gold

Mid Century Gold Lustre Fine Porcelain Tea Pot British Royal Worcester

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H 4.5 in

Mid Century Gold Lustre Fine Porcelain Tea Pot British Royal Worcester

By Royal Worcester

Located in London, by appointment only

Imbued with a radiant opulence characteristic of the discerning tastes of the 1970s, this exquisite Royal Worcester teapot commands attention with its captivating gold lustre finish....

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Vintage 1960s British Empire Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century French Glazed Lustre Stoneware Jug Pitcher

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H 4 in W 7.75 in D 5.25 in

19th Century French Glazed Lustre Stoneware Jug Pitcher

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This antique French pitcher dates from the Mid-19th Century. Charming jug standing alone as a statement piece or as a vase with fresh flowers inside. This pot would make a lovely add...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Planters, Cachepots an...

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Pottery, Stoneware

George II Cut-Glass Girandoles / Lustres

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H 18 in W 9 in D 9 in

George II Cut-Glass Girandoles / Lustres

Located in Dallas, TX

pair of Georgian / period George II cut-glass girandoles / lustres composed of a round base with two scrolling arms with suspended prisms, a central finial topped by a "Summer Snowfl...

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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Candelabras

Materials

Crystal

Spanish Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

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H 23.63 in Dm 32.68 in

Spanish Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant from Spain Lustre in white wood Chandelier with six light bulbs The electrification will be completely redone at the standard you need Good condition Shipping:...

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

Materials

Wood

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

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H 11.82 in Dm 8.67 in

French Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre, c. 1950

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France Lustre in brass This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK standards Good condition Shipping : D 20 H 29-1kg.

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

Materials

Brass

Exquisite Hand Blown Iridescent Lustres Perfume Bottle

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H 3.5 in Dm 3 in

Exquisite Hand Blown Iridescent Lustres Perfume Bottle

Located in Rothley, Leicestershire

Fascinating, elegant and unique hand blown glass perfume bottle Wonderful lustres with matt cocoa dust copper and muted gold colourings Incredibly delicate in design. Stopper ha...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Nouveau Bottles

Materials

Crystal

Crown Devon Rouge Lustre Double Handled Vase

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H 7.75 in Dm 6 in

Crown Devon Rouge Lustre Double Handled Vase

By Crown Devon Fieldings

Located in Dallas, TX

Lovely crown Devon, Fielding’s, English porcelain Rouge lusterine, 2 handled vase. Pattern number 5033. 20th Century, circa 1940-1950, midcentury period. Deep burgundy red with...

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Beatrice Wood Studio Ceramic Lustre Vase, Iridized Glaze

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H 7 in Dm 2.75 in

Beatrice Wood Studio Ceramic Lustre Vase, Iridized Glaze

By Beatrice Wood

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Iridized vase in yellow and greenish gray with hints of raspberry by California studio potter Beatrice Wood (1893-1998). Signed on the bottom: Beato. Measures: 7" H x 2.75" D. In...

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Mid-20th Century American Pottery

Materials

Clay

French Ceiling Lamp Brass Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

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H 24.81 in Dm 5.91 in

French Ceiling Lamp Brass Glass Pendant Lustre, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, France. Lustre made in brass and glass. The glass is the original but it is like new. Soft and pleasant lighting. This chandelier is conform to USA and EU or UK sta...

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

Materials

Brass

Danish Chandelier Tole Ceiling Pendant Lustre Louis Poulsen c. 1970

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H 35.44 in Dm 18.9 in

Danish Chandelier Tole Ceiling Pendant Lustre Louis Poulsen c. 1970

By Louis Poulsen

Located in Labrit, Landes

Ceiling pendant, Denmark mid-century Lustre in sheet metal Blue and white.

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

Materials

Sheet Metal

French Rattan Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Six Lights, circa 1960

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H 15.36 in W 33.86 in D 19.69 in

French Rattan Chandelier Ceiling Pendant Lustre Six Lights, circa 1960

Located in Labrit, Landes

French ceiling pendant Lustre in rattan Chandelier with six light bulbs This can be rewired in US or UK standard Good condition. Shipping: P 50 L 86 H 18 1.4kg.

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

Materials

Rattan

Porcelaine de Paris Gold Lustre Lidded Condiment Jars and Stand

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H 8.25 in Dm 6.75 in

Porcelaine de Paris Gold Lustre Lidded Condiment Jars and Stand

By Porcelaine de Paris

Located in Miami, FL

Porcelaine de Paris Gold Lustre Lidded Condiment Jars and Stand Offered for sale is an unusual set of porcelain de Paris Gold Lustre lidded condiment jars and stand, the jars are fu...

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Mid-20th Century French Porcelain

Materials

Brass

1960s Pendant Lamp in Brass and Glass, Decorative Design, Germany

$950

H 9.85 in Dm 4.34 in

1960s Pendant Lamp in Brass and Glass, Decorative Design, Germany

Located in Berlin, DE

Very decorative pendant lamp with a glass part that looks a heavy tumber whiskey glass. The brass shows patina that can be polished if the customer prefers that. Nice quality. One x ...

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Delta Grande Pendant Light Glass Brass by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Pair

$4,354 / set

H 23.63 in Dm 10.24 in

Delta Grande Pendant Light Glass Brass by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, 1960s, Pair

By Sergio Mazza, Artimide

Located in Rijssen, NL

Pair of delta pendant light large model designed by Sergio Mazza for Artemide in the 1960s. Illuminates beautifully. Dimensions: Height (84 cm), diameter 10.2" (26 cm) Excellent vi...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Florian Schulz extra Large Vintage Counterbalance Pendant Light in Brass, 1970

$5,158

H 49.22 in Dm 20.48 in

Florian Schulz extra Large Vintage Counterbalance Pendant Light in Brass, 1970

By Florian Schulz

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Rare and elegant, early version of large counter balance pendant light by Florian Schulz, made in Germany in the 1970s. This model is out of production since the 1980s. The pendant l...

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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

LUchiere Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires

$1,850 / item

H 16.5 in W 3.25 in D 6 in

LUchiere Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Inglewood, CA

The LUchiere sconce is a wonderful and sleek bronze torchier sconce in a rich aged patinated brass finish and handblown glass shades. Based on an Italian design. Single medium based ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Brass

LUread FS Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires, Brass & Aluminum Design

$1,560 / item

H 6 in W 4.25 in D 18 in

LUread FS Sconce by Lumfardo Luminaires, Brass & Aluminum Design

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Inglewood, CA

A foldable and swing version of our original LUread Sconce with a foldable and swingable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made from solid brass and a ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

LUread FS Sconce BR

$1,720 / item

H 6 in W 4.25 in D 18 in

LUread FS Sconce BR

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Inglewood, CA

A foldable and swing version of our original LU read sconce with a foldable and swingable articulated arm to allow for more variance in light direction. Made in solid brass including...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...

Materials

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

$3,439

H 31.5 in Dm 7.88 in

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

Located in Hagenbach, DE

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

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

1950's Glass and Brass Pendant in the Style of Pietro Chiesa

$3,667

H 29.53 in Dm 16.93 in

1950's Glass and Brass Pendant in the Style of Pietro Chiesa

By Pietro Chiesa

Located in Schoorl, NL

This elegant piece consisting of a brass frame and 2 unique frosted and satin glass reflector/saucers. The lower round curved pink-ish glass reflector mounts below a round pinkish ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1950's Brass & Glass Pendant in Style of Pietro Chiesa

$4,469

H 31.5 in Dm 18.51 in

1950's Brass & Glass Pendant in Style of Pietro Chiesa

By Pietro Chiesa

Located in Schoorl, NL

his elegant piece consisting of a brass frame and 2 unique frosted and satin glass reflector/saucers. The lower round curved glass reflector with floral engraving mounts below a ro...

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

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Glass

Stunning Florian Schulz Double DUOS Brass Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights

$7,500 / item

H 9.85 in Dm 14.18 in

Stunning Florian Schulz Double DUOS Brass Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights

By Florian Schulz

Located in Berlin, DE

Really beautiful Florian Schulz double posa pendant lamp with one E 27 / model a bulb in polished brass. Each lamp and newly wired.

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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Italian brass and glass pendant by Azucena, Italy 1950

$9,741

H 37.41 in Dm 11.82 in

Italian brass and glass pendant by Azucena, Italy 1950

By Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Rare brass and glass chandelier attributed to Caccia Dominioni for Azucena. The pendant presents the typical brass structure manufactured by Azucena. It comes from a private collecti...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Max Ingrand Wall Lights for Fontana Arte, Mod. 1636

$10,887 / set

H 16.15 in W 6.3 in D 4.73 in

Max Ingrand Wall Lights for Fontana Arte, Mod. 1636

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of wall lights, model 1636, designed by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte. Each light features a curved frosted glass diffuser held by a solid brass structure. The elongated, asymmet...

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

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp attr. to Arredoluce, 1950s, Italy

$4,584

H 38.19 in Dm 9.06 in

Brass and Opaline Glass Pendant Lamp attr. to Arredoluce, 1950s, Italy

By Arredoluce

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Brass and opaline glass pendant lamp attributed to Arredoluce, Italy, 1950s. This elegant mid-century ceiling light combines a slim brass suspension rod with a black wire cage struct...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

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Angelo Lelii certified brass and glass pendant light by Arredoluce, Italy, 1950s

$7,792

H 43.31 in Dm 9.45 in

Angelo Lelii certified brass and glass pendant light by Arredoluce, Italy, 1950s

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

A rare chandelier in brass and opaline glass, designed by Angelo Lelii, produced by Arredoluce in the 1950s, with original authenticity label issued by the Arredoluce archive. The l...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s

$1,890

H 23.63 in Dm 18.12 in

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

Beautiful Mid-Century Modern hanging lamp in glass and brass, 1950s Executed in glass, brass and metal. The lamp needs 2 x E14 / E15 Edison screw fit bulb. Delivery without bulb. ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Helena Tynell, Pendant Lights, Brass, Glass, Germany, 1960s

$2,300 / set

H 22 in Dm 7 in

Helena Tynell, Pendant Lights, Brass, Glass, Germany, 1960s

By Helena Tynell

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of brass and glass pendant lights designed by Helena Tynell and produced by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, c. 1960s. Wear consistent with age and use. Replaced sockets. Overal...

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
How do you identify mid century lamps?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
Why is mid century modern popular?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
What makes a dresser mid-century?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
Is rattan mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Yes, some rattan is mid-century modern. Designers of the mid-century modern movement often preferred to use natural materials, including rattan, in their designs. However, not all rattan furniture was made during this period. Rattan was also a popular material for furniture produced during the Victorian era and continues to be used to produce furniture today. Shop a wide range of rattan furniture on 1stDibs.
What time is considered mid-century??
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
Is Mondrian mid century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
Is mid-century modern timeless?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
Yes, mid-century modern is timeless, in the opinion of many experts. Many characteristics of furniture and decorative accents produced in this style remain popular today. Among them are silhouettes marked by organic forms and clean lines, the promotion of functionality and the use of natural materials like teak, rosewood and oak and synthetic materials such as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of mid-century modern furniture.
What does mid century modern mean?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
What is mid century modern furniture?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
Is Eames mid-century modern?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.