$5,100 / item
LU 3 Ceiling Light
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
LU 3 Ceiling Fixture is an all perforated brass ceiling fixture inspired by classical mid century
Brass
Small Italian Mid-Century 3-Light Murano Glass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Small Italian Mid-Century 3-light Murano glass ceiling lamp, 1960s Gold metal structure, purchased
Metal
$348 / item
Houseof Pink 3 light flush ceiling light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
Add an instant colour pop to your bedrooms and bathrooms with our bestselling pink 3 light flush
Metal
$348 / item
Houseof Brass 3 light flush ceiling light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
Upgrade your home with our bestselling 3 light flush ceiling light, the stylish centrepiece you
Metal
$403 / item
Houseof Brass 3 light dome ceiling light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
ambient glow over your whole room. The 3 light dome ceiling light will create an unmissable focal point in
Metal
Mid-Century Lightolier Pacemaker Ceiling Light
By Lightolier
Located in Hanover, MA
Lightolier flying saucer ceiling light, suspended flush mount, brass and enameled curved glass with
$3,293Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 3 Mid-Century Gold Flower Glass Ceiling Light and 2 Wall Light
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic set of 3 Light: 2 wall light and one Ceiling Light. Ceiling Light: This amazing flower
Murano Glass
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany 1970
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Light with 3 Glass Globe Pendants, Germany, 1970s – Rewired, LED
Metal, Brass
1950s mid century sputnik 3-light CEILING FIXTURE brass and dark grey metal
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful 1950s 3-light ceiling fixture made of brass and dark grey lacquered metal. For 3 E14
Metal, Brass
Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 3
Located in Munich, DE
Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' ceiling light or pendant lamp. Designed
Aluminum, Brass
$403 / item
Houseof Jam red 3 light dome ceiling light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
handwriting. Forming the silhouette of the 3 light ceiling light, they provide an atmospheric down and uplight
Metal
Houseof Charcoal grey 3 light flush ceiling light
By houseof
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
switch with our bestselling charcoal grey 3 light flush ceiling light. This design embraces both bold and
Metal
Large Wicker Fish Ceiling Light Mid Century France
By Mario Lopez Torres
Located in Hastings, GB
Superb large scale 1950’s wicker fish ceiling light, French. Due to their nature these original
Wicker
Mid-Century Smoked Glass Ceiling Light by Veca, Italy 1970s
By VECA, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully elegant Mid-Century Modernist Italian glass & chrome six-light ceiling light
Chrome
Mid century modern flush mount ceiling Light, Italy 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern flush mount ceiling light. Designed and made in Italy in 1960s Textured glass
Brass
$1,987Sale Price|50% Off
Arredoluce 1950 Directional 3 light Mid Century Flush Lamp
By Arredoluce
Located in New York, NY
An original 1950s iconic italian Mid Century 3 socket directional flush ceiling light by the famed
Enamel, Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Italian Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Opaline Glass, 1960s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century Italian flush mount ceiling light. Designed and made in Italy 1960s. Opaline glass
Metal
Beautiful large original mid-century 3-arm colorful bag ceiling lamp
Located in München, DE
Beautiful rare original Mid Century 3-armed bag ceiling lamp Minimalist 1950s design in very good
Aluminum, Brass
beautiful 1950s mid century 3-light PENDANT LIGHT brass metal plastic
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful 1950s ceiling light. Curved brass frame with 3 arms. The sockets are covered by
Metal, Brass
1950s mid century sputnik 3-light brass FLUSH MOUNT
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very beautiful 1950s 3-light ceiling fixture made of brass. Holds E14 bulbs. Dimensions in cm
Brass
$1,100Sale Price|26% Off
Midcentury Multicolored 3 Globe Hanging Ceiling Light Fixture
Located in Ferndale, MI
Fun fifties hanging fixture . Each globe, 9" tall x 9" diameter. Overall height from ceiling to
Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
Mid-Century Modern 3-Light Sunburst Lamp, 1960 Italy Rare and elegant midcentury ceiling lamp
Metal, Brass
ceiling light cascade 3 opalines, 1950’s Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
excluding the cable. The opalines create a soft, diffused light. The height of the cables is adjustable
Brass
1960's mid century 5-light sputnik spider CEILING LIGHT chrome metal glass
Located in Mannheim, DE
Very nice ceiling fixture from the 1960s. Made of chromed and black lacquered metal. 5 arms with
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Floral Ceiling Light by Banci Firenze Design Italy, 1960
By Banci Firenze
Located in Palermo, IT
Mid-century Italian floral wall light or ceiling lamp, crafted from gilded wrought iron with hand
Iron
Mid-Century 3-shade Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Wooden Base, 1960s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Mid-Century 3-shade Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp with Wooden Base, 1960s, Italy Lampshade is in good
Metal
$421Sale Price|44% Off
Vintage 1970 Super Retro Metal 3 Ball Chrome Ceiling Light
Located in Markington, GB
Vintage 1970 super retro metal 3 ball chrome ceiling light, each light can be hanging from the
Metal
Rare Italian Mid-Century Ceiling Light with Pink Shell Glass Shades and Gilt
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant Mid-Century ceiling light featuring three shell-shaped satin glass shades in a refined
Brass
Mid Century Brutalist Torch Cut Brass 3 Light Chandelier 1970
By Tom Greene
Located in Port Jervis, NY
tall ceiling. Currently its longest pendant is 10 ft and with two others in that realm. Its totally
Brass
Mid-Century Fibreglass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century fiberglass plafoniere in triangular shape. A flat triangular bowl made of fiberglass
Plastic, Acrylic
Mid-Century Copper Plafoniere Ceiling Lamp
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare mid century ceiling light. Probably from phillips from the nl. a minimalist design with a
Metal
Mid-Century Round Glass Ceiling Light By Seguso Vetri D’Arte, Italian
By Seguso Vetri d'Arte
Located in London, GB
This round Murano glass flush mount plafonnier/ceiling light, crafted by the renowned Italian maker
Metal
Stunning & Stylish & Rare Mid-Century Modern 3 Light Glass & Teakwood Chandelier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with teakwood and art glass shades. This vintage
Opaline Glass, Wood
Mid-Century Itsu Ceiling Lamp Model ER 101/3 in Brass, Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp by Itsu, one of the leading lighting
Brass
Stunning & Stylish & Rare Mid-Century Modern 3 Light Glass & Teakwood Chandelier
Located in Lisse, NL
Wonderful Mid-Century Modern ceiling light with teakwood and art glass shades. This vintage light
Brass
Mid Century Modern Ceiling Light by Rispal in Teak and Opaline Glass - brass
Located in Antwerp, BE
, 3 x 60 watt maximum, 110/220 volt. Any type of light bulb can be used. For this type of lamps
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Floral Brass Ceiling Lamp Model ER 77/3, Itsu Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning and delicate Finnish mid-century floral ceiling lamp model ER 77/3 by Itsu, one of the
Brass
Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light Style Barovier & Toso Mid-Century 70/80s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
. Please watch the video and photos carefully, thank you. 3 light: E 27 Weight: 8.500 Kg NOTE: We offer
Metal
Large Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' Ceiling Light or Pendant Lamp Germany 1950s № 1
Located in Munich, DE
Large, rare and highly decorative Mid-Century Modern 'Ufo' ceiling light or pendant lamp. Designed
Aluminum, Brass
Mid Century Modern Brass 3 Light Pendant Chandelier Manner of Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular petite 3 light pendant chandelier with pierced brass cylindrical fixtures with clear
Metal, Brass
Mid-Century Itsu Ceiling Pendant Model ER 62/3 in Brass & Fabric, Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A stunning and very rare Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp by Itsu, one of the leading lighting
Brass
A MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST SPACE-AGE Ceiling Light by STILNOVO, Italy 1960
By Gino Sarfatti
Located in PARIS, FR
ovoid body in white diffusing Perspex, structure and finishes in bronze or gilded brass, unique 3-wire
Brass
Mid-Century Itsu Ceiling Lamp Model ER 86/3 in Brass and Glass, Finland 1950s
By Itsu
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful and delicate Finnish mid-century ceiling lamp model ER 86/3 by Itsu, one of the leading
Brass
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye
Sheet Metal
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye
Sheet Metal
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light
By Peill & Putzler
Located in Verviers, BE
Peill & Putzler Splash Lamp, Midcentury 3-D Sculptural Wall or Ceiling Light This dramatic and eye
Brass
1970s Yellow Metal and Glass 3-Light Chandelier - Mid-Century Modern Elegance
Located in Manzano, IT
1970s Yellow Metal and Glass 3-Light Chandelier – Mid-Century Modern Elegance Illuminate your
Brass
Mid-Century Minimalist Triangular Fiberglass Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare Mid Century ceiling light made of fiberglass in triangular shape. A flat, triangular shell
Metal
Mid-Century Minimalist Fiberglass Plafoniere Ceiling Lamp, 1960s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Large ceiling light in fiberglass. A flat shell made of fiberglass that sits under the ceiling
Metal
1 of 3 Iron and Clear Glass Ceiling Light by Limburg, Germany, 1960s
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Aachen, NRW
Minimalist iron and clear glass ceiling or wall light manufactured by Limburg Glashütte, Germany
Glass
modernist 3-spot brass and oak flushmount ceiling light by TEMDE Lights, Germany
By Temde Leuchten
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
DESCRIPTION: original 70s modernist german ceiling Light made of high quality oak wood and brass on the 3
Metal, Brass
Gino Sarfatti Model 2042/3 Opaline Glass Ceiling Light in Champagne for Astep
By Gino Sarfatti, Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti Model 2042/3 opaline glass ceiling light in champagne for Astep. This Astep re
Steel
Gino Sarfatti Model 2042/3 Opaline Glass Ceiling Light in Black for Astep
By Gino Sarfatti, Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti Model 2042/3 opaline glass ceiling light in black for Astep. This Astep re-edition
Steel
$1,598Sale Price|20% Off
unique 3-Spot Brass Ceiling Light Koch and Lowy Style OMI Lighting Germany, 1970
By Koch & Lowy
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Hanging light with 3 light spots Producer: OMI Lighting, Germany Design: in style
Metal
Mid-20th Century three-part Holophane light
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th Century three-part Holophane light Dimensions in inches: H 7” x W 8” x D 8” Age: 1960
Glass
Mid century Wedgwood inspired Scandinavian pendant light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century wedgwood inspired Scandinavian pendant light circa 1930. Beautiful quality circular
Rope, Glass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.
Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.
Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat.
Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.
As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.
There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation.
With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.
The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
In the market for a fantastic fixture from the 1940s, ’50s or ’60s? Here are some names to know.