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 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 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 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 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.

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.

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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

Mid Century Lighter

Mid Century Lucite Table Lighter

$450

H 6.5 in W 2.25 in D 6 in

Mid Century Lucite Table Lighter

By Astrolite, Van Teal, Herb Ritts

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Great table lighter. Lucite form in an inviting design. Does't appear to have been used.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Vintage Brass and Metal Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

$140Sale Price|40% Off

H 3.15 in W 2.17 in D 2.17 in

Vintage Brass and Metal Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage brass and metal lighter is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Paperweights

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Metal and Brass Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

$196Sale Price|40% Off

H 4.14 in Dm 2.37 in

Vintage Metal and Brass Lighter, Italy, Mid-20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage metal and brass lighter is an original decorative object realized in the mid-20th Century

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Lucite Table Lighter, Spain 1970s

$225

H 3.5 in W 2.875 in D 2.875 in

Mid-Century Modern Lucite Table Lighter, Spain 1970s

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century modern large acrylic and chrome table lighter, Spain 1970s.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Chrome

A mid century modern glass table lighter, circa 1960

$220

H 4 in W 3.25 in D 2.3 in

A mid century modern glass table lighter, circa 1960

Located in View Park, CA

A mid century modern thick-cut glass table lighter, circa 1960. With original label to verso

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

1970s Ronson Lucite Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern Design

$198

H 4.73 in W 3.35 in D 2.56 in

1970s Ronson Lucite Table Lighter, Mid-Century Modern Design

By Ronson

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Vintage 1970s lucite Ronson table lighter Space Age design - Modern office decor Measures

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Green Enameled Metal Table Lighter

$225

H 16 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Green Enameled Metal Table Lighter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning sculptural mid-century or Scandinavian modern turned teak table lighter with green and

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Ronson Mid-Century Era Silver Plated Figural 'Decanter' Table Lighter

$599

H 4.5 in Dm 2.5 in

Ronson Mid-Century Era Silver Plated Figural 'Decanter' Table Lighter

By Ronson

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

the period Mid-Century Modern style. The lighter is composed of a cast and silver plated base with a

Category

Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Lead

Mid Century Modern Novelty Pro Golf Ball Table Desk Lighter

$204Sale Price / item|47% Off

H 4 in W 4 in D 4 in

Mid Century Modern Novelty Pro Golf Ball Table Desk Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This mid-century vintage lighter is a unique collectible or gift, shaped like a golf ball and clubs

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

$360 / set

H 3.39 in W 2.36 in D 2.36 in

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Gorgeous smoking set in onyx. The table lighter works perfectly. Made in Italy. The items are

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Onyx

Tommi Parzinger Polished Nickel Ashtray and Lighter Set, Mid-Century

$1,650 / set

H 1.5 in Dm 7.25 in

Tommi Parzinger Polished Nickel Ashtray and Lighter Set, Mid-Century

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century polished nickel smoking set featuring an ashtray and lighter with an etched diamond

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Ashtrays

Materials

Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

$370 / set

H 4.33 in W 2.36 in D 2.36 in

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Gorgeous smoking set in onyx. The table lighter works perfectly. Made in Italy. The items are

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Onyx

Mid Century Modern Blue and White Stacked Lucite Table Cigarette Lighter

$265

H 2.75 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in

Mid Century Modern Blue and White Stacked Lucite Table Cigarette Lighter

Located in Nantucket, MA

Graphic Mid-Century Modern Table lighter made of alternately stacked pieces of opaque white and

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Italy Mid-Century Modern Style Black Crystal Faceted Table Lighter

$702Sale Price|20% Off

H 4.53 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

Italy Mid-Century Modern Style Black Crystal Faceted Table Lighter

Located in Brescia, IT

This is an elegant table lighter designed with a shape that evoques the Mid-Century Modern Italian

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

$360 / set

H 4.72 in W 2.36 in D 2.36 in

Mid-Century Modern Onyx Smoking Set with Lighter & Ashtray, Italy

Located in Milano, IT

1960s Gorgeous smoking set in onyx. The table lighter works perfectly. Made in Italy. The items are

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Onyx

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Horn Lighter by Werkstätte Carl Auböck

$2,808

H 6.7 in W 13 in D 7.88 in

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Horn Lighter by Werkstätte Carl Auböck

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Berlin, DE

Carl Auböck Lighter, Austria 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Enameled Brass Lighter & Ashtray Set by Sascha Brastoff

$255Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 2 in W 12 in D 12 in

Mid Century Enameled Brass Lighter & Ashtray Set by Sascha Brastoff

By Sascha Brastoff

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original matching enameled brass cloisonne Ashtray and Lighter featuring an Autumn, Fall scene of

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Copper

Brass Cigarette Case and Lighter Mid-Century Modern Production Italian 1970

$339

H 5.32 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Brass Cigarette Case and Lighter Mid-Century Modern Production Italian 1970

Located in Palermo, IT

Rare in its kind. An all-brass container for a lighter and cigarettes. Also stunning as a

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Rosenthal Studio Linie Glass Table Lighter Mid-Century Modern 1970s ca

$292

H 4.49 in W 2.96 in D 2.96 in

Rosenthal Studio Linie Glass Table Lighter Mid-Century Modern 1970s ca

By Rosenthal, Linee Studio

Located in Palermo, IT

Elegant and rare table lighter. Rosenthal Studio - Linie Sandblasted with signature on the base

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Crystal

Mid-Century Brass Toned Figural Aladdin's Oil Lamp Styled Table Lighter

$599

H 3 in W 2.5 in D 6 in

Mid-Century Brass Toned Figural Aladdin's Oil Lamp Styled Table Lighter

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

and date to approximately 1965 and done in the period Mid-Century Modern style. The base of the

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Spelter

Dunhill Unique Sports Lighter An Iconic Petrol Cigarette Lighter

$975

H 2.05 in W 1.78 in D 0.67 in

Dunhill Unique Sports Lighter An Iconic Petrol Cigarette Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Dunhill Unique Sports Lighter An Iconic Petrol Cigarette Lighter With Black Leather Sleeve Swiss

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Leather

V. Nason & C. Aventurina Table Lighter Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design

$526

H 3.23 in Dm 2.29 in

V. Nason & C. Aventurina Table Lighter Vintage Mid-Century Modern Design

By Vincenzo Nason & Cie, Alessandro Mandruzzato, Flavio Poli, Mandruzzato, Seguso

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

with the textured surface, give this lighter a bold Mid-Century Modern character. The lighter

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid century painted ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

$240

H 7.25 in Dm 2.3 in

Mid century painted ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

By Aldo Londi, Bitossi

Located in View Park, CA

A vintage Italian mid century modern ceramic table lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, imported by

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Ronson Limited Vintage Chrome Lighter Tripod Stand England

$100

H 4 in Dm 3.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Ronson Limited Vintage Chrome Lighter Tripod Stand England

By Ronson

Located in Chula Vista, CA

. Vintage lighter with tripod shape, chrome plated. Stamped Ronson, Made in England. Very elegant Mid

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Mid-century "Brilux" for Dunhill Brass Lift-Arm Table Lighter, Switzerland

$585Sale Price|40% Off

H 2.5 in Dm 3 in

Mid-century "Brilux" for Dunhill Brass Lift-Arm Table Lighter, Switzerland

By Dunhill

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This 1950s Brilux for Dunhill Swiss brass lift-arm table lighter combines timeless elegance with

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Whimsical Thick Lucite Whale Lighter Mid-Century Regency Modern

$350

H 4.75 in W 8.5 in D 2.75 in

Whimsical Thick Lucite Whale Lighter Mid-Century Regency Modern

By Guzzini

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous thick lucite sculpted whale lighter. Add some whimsy with a touch of glam to your table

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Smoking set Knuth and manufactured Soldi & Scati

$93Sale Price|78% Off

H 3.15 in Dm 7.88 in

Smoking set Knuth and manufactured Soldi & Scati

Located in Guazzora, IT

The original 1950s emerald green resin ashtray with lighter, designed by designer Knuth, is a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

HOLIDAY GIFT - Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lighter with Grape Motif, Japan, 1950s

$140

H 3.55 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

HOLIDAY GIFT - Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lighter with Grape Motif, Japan, 1950s

Located in Bochum, NRW

Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lighter with Grape Motif, Japan, 1950s Dimensions: Approx. 6x6x9cm For

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Vintage Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Maroon Spaghetti Poodle Lighter Sculpture

$585

H 4.34 in W 1.97 in D 2.37 in

Vintage Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Maroon Spaghetti Poodle Lighter Sculpture

Located in Greven, DE

Vintage Mid-Century Glazed Ceramic Maroon Spaghetti Poodle Lighter Sculpture French Ceramic Mid

Category

Vintage 1950s French Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Space Age Table Lighter from Hadson from Angus Electronic, 1960s

$938

H 5.12 in Dm 2.36 in

Mid-Century Space Age Table Lighter from Hadson from Angus Electronic, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Space Age Table Lighter from Hadson from Angus Electronic, 1960s, in Very Good

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Raymor Glazed Ceramic Smoking Set Italy, Box, Lighter and Ashtray

$475Sale Price / set|31% Off

H 3.75 in W 9 in D 8.75 in

Mid-century Raymor Glazed Ceramic Smoking Set Italy, Box, Lighter and Ashtray

By Raymor

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-century Raymor Glazed Ceramic Smoking Set Italy, Box, Lighter and Ashtray Offered for sale is

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Italian Table Lighter in Plexiglass Chrome Band Design 1970s

$269

H 3.94 in W 2.84 in D 2.84 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Table Lighter in Plexiglass Chrome Band Design 1970s

Located in Palermo, IT

Plexiglass design table lighter with chrome band accessory a really beautiful accessory. Cylinder

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Transparent Faceted Art Glass Chrome Gas Lighter Japan 1970

$455

H 4 in Dm 3.25 in

Mid-Century Modern Transparent Faceted Art Glass Chrome Gas Lighter Japan 1970

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-Century Modern transparent art Glass lighter with Chrome hardware from the 1970s, made in Japan

Category

Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Heavy Ice Glass Table Lighter & Ashtray, 1960s

$1,759 / set

H 3.15 in W 6.3 in D 4.72 in

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Heavy Ice Glass Table Lighter & Ashtray, 1960s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Mid-Century Scandinavian Heavy Ice Glass Table Lighter and Ashtray, 1960s, Set of 2, in Very Good

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Mid Century German Green Marble German Brass Lighter w/ Watch by Eclydo

$210Sale Price|40% Off

H 2.38 in W 1.75 in D 0.5 in

Mid Century German Green Marble German Brass Lighter w/ Watch by Eclydo

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The fusion of a watch and lighter in one device, featuring an unusual winding mechanism, is quite

Category

Vintage 1950s German Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

McMurdo Aquarium Table Lighter

$10,499

H 2.96 in W 3.94 in D 2.17 in

McMurdo Aquarium Table Lighter

Located in Northampton, GB

famous for producing high-quality table lighters in the mid-20th century, primarily during the 1930s and

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Sancai Meiping Mounted Lighter mid 20c

$1,950

H 6.7 in Dm 2.76 in

Antique Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose Sancai Meiping Mounted Lighter mid 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

into a functional butane table lighter. The intricate brass mounting work dates from mid 20th century

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Porcelain

Aquarium Table Lighter by McMurdo

$10,024

H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 2.17 in

Aquarium Table Lighter by McMurdo

Located in Northampton, GB

-quality table lighters in the mid-20th century, primarily during the 1930s and 1940s. McMurdo lighters are

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Dutch silver table lighter, 1949

$462

H 3.75 in W 3.15 in D 1.19 in

Dutch silver table lighter, 1949

Located in Delft, NL

Dutch silver table lighter, 1949 The lighter is a petrol lighter which is equipped with a flint

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver, Chrome

Vintage 20th Century Dunhill Tropical 'Aquarium' Table Lighter c.1950

$12,863

H 3.15 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Vintage 20th Century Dunhill Tropical 'Aquarium' Table Lighter c.1950

By Dunhill

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Vintage mid 20th Century Dunhill Aquarium table lighter. Crafted in a curved rectangular shape with

Category

20th Century British Other Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Ronson Large Table Lighter 1980

$150

H 12 in Dm 7 in

Ronson Large Table Lighter 1980

Located in Byron Bay, NSW

Ronson Large Table Lighter 1980

Category

Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Plexiglass

Vintage Acrylic Italian Lighter 1980

$480

H 7 in W 4.5 in D 2.5 in

Vintage Acrylic Italian Lighter 1980

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage acrylic Italian lighter.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Chrome

20th Century Dunhill 'Aquarium' 'Birds In Flight' Table Lighter c.1950

$33,861

H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

20th Century Dunhill 'Aquarium' 'Birds In Flight' Table Lighter c.1950

By Dunhill

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Vintage mid 20th Century Dunhill Aquarium table lighter. Crafted in a curved rectangular shape with

Category

20th Century British Other Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Silver Cube Lighter, 1960s France

$3,800

H 2.5 in W 2.32 in D 2.32 in

Hermes Silver Cube Lighter, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent cube lighter by Hermes, Paris. In cast metal with silver plating, this piece is

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal, Silver

Dunhill 'The Light' Novelty Petrol Lighter

$5,418

H 3.35 in W 4.53 in D 1.3 in

Dunhill 'The Light' Novelty Petrol Lighter

Located in London, by appointment only

Dunhill ‘The Light’ novelty petrol lighter in immaculate original museum condition. Stored in a

Category

Mid-20th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set

$550 / set

H 2 in W 5 in D 5 in

1970s Lucite Ashtray and Lighter Set

Located in New York, NY

Stunning 1970s Lucite chrome ashtray and lighter desk set. Lighter measurements: Width 3.75

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Fully Brass Italian Lighter 1970s

$380

H 6.5 in Dm 2 in

Vintage Fully Brass Italian Lighter 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fully Brass Vintage Lighter made in Italy 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Brass

Vintage table lighter CHARMANT International 1970s Japan

$250

H 5 in Dm 2.5 in

Vintage table lighter CHARMANT International 1970s Japan

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Very beautiful Japanese table lighter, Charmant International made in Japan in late 70's, brown

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Brutalist lighter by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970

$643

H 2.37 in W 2.37 in D 2.37 in

Brutalist lighter by Fratelli Mannelli, travertine, Italy, 1970

By Fratelli Mannelli

Located in BARCELONA, ES

expertise in rare mid-century brutalist bronze and aluminium pieces. Discover our curated collection of bold

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Travertine

1960s Modernist Teak Cigarette Lighter BV Norway

$175

H 4.5 in Dm 3 in

1960s Modernist Teak Cigarette Lighter BV Norway

By Dansk

Located in Chula Vista, CA

1960s Decorative Table Cigarette Lighter Teakwood BV NORWAY Stamped by maker 3 diameter x 4.5 tall

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Teak

Chrome Midcentury Leather Wrapped Letter Opener Lighter

$183Sale Price|30% Off

H 9.5 in W 3 in D 1 in

Chrome Midcentury Leather Wrapped Letter Opener Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original midcentury leather wrapped letter opener lighter with a blank monogram. The lighter

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome

1960s St Dupont Lighter Silver Design Horizontal

$936

H 2.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in

1960s St Dupont Lighter Silver Design Horizontal

By S.T. Dupont

Located in Biella, IT

S.T. Dupont France lighter sophisticated horizontal line1 first edit two tone silverplate and gold

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

1960s Dunhill Lift Arm Ostrich Leather Lighter

$1,800

H 2.25 in W 2 in D 0.38 in

1960s Dunhill Lift Arm Ostrich Leather Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant Dunhill lift arm lighter made in the 1960s. Body wrapped in ostrich leather that has a

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Lighter by Esa Fredigolli 1960s

$750

H 1 in W 3 in D 3 in

Vintage Italian Lighter by Esa Fredigolli 1960s

By Esa Fedrigolli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sculptural decorative lighter bronze Italian lighter designed by Esa Fedrigolli for Esart. Signed

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Bronze

Ronson rare plexiglass floor lighter from the 70s

$1,170

H 56.3 in Dm 3.94 in

Ronson rare plexiglass floor lighter from the 70s

By Ronson

Located in Vigevano, PV

Ronson rare plexiglass floor lighter from the 70s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

Rare WWII Vulcano "Démarreur" Kickstarter Machined Aluminum Lighter, Africa

$1,920Sale Price|40% Off

H 3 in W 1.5 in D 0.5 in

Rare WWII Vulcano "Démarreur" Kickstarter Machined Aluminum Lighter, Africa

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Vulcano Aluminum "Démarreur" Lighter Made in Eritrea, Africa is a rare collectible from Wartime

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

Ceramic and brass lighter by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s

$538

H 4.34 in Dm 3.55 in

Ceramic and brass lighter by Tommaso Barbi, Italy, 1970s

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Vintage Tommaso Barbi table lighter in royal blue ceramic and brass. Designed by the Italian designer

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Recent Sales

Large Lighter Key

Unavailable

H 0.4 in W 2.37 in D 11.03 in

Large Lighter Key

Located in Paris, FR

Large lighter key Circa 1970 Nonfunctional.

Category

Mid-20th Century More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Lot of 5 Lighters, Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half Giant Lighters

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Lot of 5 Lighters, Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half Giant Lighters

By Dunhill

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Lot of 5 Rare 1950s Half-Giant Dunhill Aquarium table lighters (made in England) Each of these

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate, Chrome

Tall Vintage Lucite Table Lighter

Unavailable

H 7 in W 3 in D 3 in

Tall Vintage Lucite Table Lighter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A tall Mid-Century Modern Lucite table lighter with faceted corners and chrome mechanism. In

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Horn Lighter, Carl Auböck Vienna, Austria

Unavailable

H 3.55 in W 9.85 in D 6.3 in

Horn Lighter, Carl Auböck Vienna, Austria

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

Lighter for the table and for decoration by Carl Auböck.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Aldo Tura Sigar Box and Lighter

Unavailable

H 4.34 in W 9.85 in D 7.09 in

Aldo Tura Sigar Box and Lighter

By Aldo Tura

Located in Sint Annaland, NL

Sigar box and Lighter from Aldo Turo in Lacquer Goatskin wood.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Wood

1960s Sascha Brastoff Modernist Table Lighter

Unavailable

H 9.25 in Dm 3.2 in

1960s Sascha Brastoff Modernist Table Lighter

By Sascha Brastoff

Located in New York, NY

1960s Sascha Brastoff metallic silver ceramic base with chrome lighter that can be lifted out and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Barware

Materials

Metal

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A rare 1950s Half-Giant Dunhill aquarium table lighter (made in England) Each of these lighters

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A rare 1950s Half-Giant Dunhill aquarium table lighter (made in England) Each of these lighters

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

1960s Collectible Gold Woven Detail Gas Lighter

Unavailable

H 2.29 in W 0.91 in D 0.32 in

1960s Collectible Gold Woven Detail Gas Lighter

Located in London, GB

This 1960s lighter of immaculate craftsmanship in rendered incased in woven (tested as) 18-karat

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold

1930s Ronson Lighter and Ashtray Model 8864

Unavailable

H 4 in W 3.5 in D 4 in

1930s Ronson Lighter and Ashtray Model 8864

By Ronson Art Metal Works

Located in Stamford, CT

Circa 1930s Ronson lighter striker monkey manufactured by Art Metal Works Inc., also known as

Category

Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Carl Aubock Large Ram’s Horn Table Lighter with Chrome Accents ~ Vienna

Unavailable

H 5 in W 8.5 in D 7 in

Vintage Carl Aubock Large Ram’s Horn Table Lighter with Chrome Accents ~ Vienna

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Naples, FL

Excellent condition! Natural ram’s Horn is fitted with chrome details along with a lighter (in

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Ashtrays

Materials

Chrome

Rare Vintage Half Giant Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter, Circa 1950

Unavailable

H 3.3 in W 4.1 in D 2 in

Rare Vintage Half Giant Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter, Circa 1950

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in London, GB

An extremely rare silver plated Dunhill Aquarium table lighter, Vintage mid-20th century very large

Category

Mid-20th Century British More Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Dunhill Sabre Jet Polished Chrome Table Lighter, 1950's

Unavailable

H 3.15 in W 5.91 in D 6.5 in

Dunhill Sabre Jet Polished Chrome Table Lighter, 1950's

By Dunhill

Located in Stratford Upon Avon, GB

Dunhill based this design on the late 1940's US F-86 Sabre Transonic Jet Fighter. They made it in England from 1954 to 1961 , aimed at the United States market. The plastic base i...

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Acrylic Cigar Lighter with Silver Band, Attr. to Astrolite, 1970s

Unavailable

H 1.97 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in

Acrylic Cigar Lighter with Silver Band, Attr. to Astrolite, 1970s

Located in Budapest, HU

Acrylic or Lucite cigar lighter with a mark 800 silver band. Generally good condition, lighter is

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Piero Fornasetti "Orlik" Smoking Set, Table Lighter, Cigarette Holder and Tray

Unavailable

H 4 in Dm 2.75 in

Piero Fornasetti "Orlik" Smoking Set, Table Lighter, Cigarette Holder and Tray

By Fornasetti

Located in Tucson, AZ

Vintage Piero Fornasetti hand-painted "Orlik" smoking set. Three-piece set including, table lighter

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Service Lighter, Gold Plated, Made in England

Unavailable

H 2.76 in W 2.37 in D 1.38 in

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Service Lighter, Gold Plated, Made in England

By Dunhill

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A rare 1950s Half-Giant Dunhill Aquarium table lighter (made in England) with silver-plated metal

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Aldo Tura Group of 3 Signed Goatskin Lighters in Brilliant Colors

Unavailable

H 3 in W 4.25 in D 4.25 in

Aldo Tura Group of 3 Signed Goatskin Lighters in Brilliant Colors

By Aldo Tura

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

Grouping of 3 goatskin lighters by Aldo Tura.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Goatskin

1950s-1960s Fram Oil Filter Cigarette Lighter, Ashtray and Coin Bank

Unavailable

H 7 in W 5 in D 5 in

1950s-1960s Fram Oil Filter Cigarette Lighter, Ashtray and Coin Bank

Located in Orange, CA

This awesome cigarette lighter is a "TIP TO LIGHT". Which means that in order to turn the lighter

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter, Silver Plated, Made in England

Unavailable

H 2.96 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Rare 1950s Dunhill Aquarium Half-Giant Lighter, Silver Plated, Made in England

By Dunhill

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A rare 1950s Half-Giant Dunhill aquarium table lighter (made in England) with silver plated metal

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Italian 18-Karat Gold and Polished Malachite Cigarette or Cigar Lighter

Unavailable

H 2.25 in W 0.95 in D 0.36 in

Vintage Italian 18-Karat Gold and Polished Malachite Cigarette or Cigar Lighter

Located in London, GB

This 1960s lighter of immaculate craftsmanship in (tested as) 18-karat yellow gold which is inlaid

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold

Vintage American Modern Brushed Silver and Wood Table Top Lighter by Ben Seibel

Unavailable

H 6.5 in W 2.5 in D 2 in

Vintage American Modern Brushed Silver and Wood Table Top Lighter by Ben Seibel

By Jenfred Ware, Ben Seibel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ben Seibel table lighter in brushed silver plated metal with inlaid strips of wood accents lining

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Vintage Deco Style Brass World Globe Table Lighter with Flip Top Lid on Base

Unavailable

H 3.5 in W 2.5 in D 2.25 in

Vintage Deco Style Brass World Globe Table Lighter with Flip Top Lid on Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brass decorative object with world globe design, good vintage condition with patina to surfaces. Measures: 3.5 high x 2.5 diameter.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Globes

1970s Brass Leaf Table Lamp, Italy. Mid 20th century.

Unavailable

H 27 in W 30 in D 30 in

1970s Brass Leaf Table Lamp, Italy. Mid 20th century.

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in London, GB

An Italian brass table lamp with leaf shade circa 1970, with up-lighter. Mid 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

A Classic Venetian Chandelier

Unavailable

H 43.31 in Dm 55.12 in

A Classic Venetian Chandelier

Located in London, GB

A Classic Venetian chandelier, blown glass ,12 lighters Mid century designer. Made in Italy

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Lucite Lighter

Sold

H 4 in W 4 in D 2.25 in

Mid Century Modern Lucite Lighter

Located in New York, NY

This glamourous lighter is made of stylized lucite with chromed lighter insert. A great table

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

1960s MId-Century Modern Lucite Oval Italian Table Lighter Lighter

Sold

H 3.55 in W 3.94 in D 2.56 in

1960s MId-Century Modern Lucite Oval Italian Table Lighter Lighter

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This mid-century modern Italian table lighter is a perfect example of the stylish and functional

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Cygnus All-World Table Lighter

Sold

H 4.25 in W 2 in D 1.5 in

Mid-Century Cygnus All-World Table Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-Century "ALL-WORLD" Table Lighter by Cygnus Text on bottom of the light: "Cygnus PAT.NO.364149

Category

Mid-20th Century Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Cut Steel

Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Table Lighter

Sold

H 3.75 in W 2.13 in D 2.13 in

Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver Table Lighter

By Black, Starr & Gorham

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century Modern sterling silver table lighter (workings are chrome) New York, Black, Starr and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver, Chrome

McMurdo Mid Century Onyx and Malachite Table Lighter

Sold

H 2.76 in W 3.35 in D 1.38 in

McMurdo Mid Century Onyx and Malachite Table Lighter

By Ben Shillingford

Located in Northampton, GB

famous for producing high-quality table lighters in the mid-20th century, primarily during the 1930s and

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

Sold

H 2.76 in W 3.94 in D 1.78 in

Mid-Century Modern Chrome Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

By Dunhill

Located in London, by appointment only

England, circa 1950. A rare mid-20th century early Dunhill 'Aquarium' table lighter, the chrome

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modernist Faux Malachite and Brass Table Lighter

Sold

H 4.25 in W 2.25 in D 2.25 in

Mid-Century Modernist Faux Malachite and Brass Table Lighter

Located in New York, NY

This lovely Mid-Century Modernist Faux Malachite and Brass Table Lighter, originates from the

Category

20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Cigarette Lighter Vintage Mid-Century Modern

Sold

H 1.5 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in

Sterling Silver Cigarette Lighter Vintage Mid-Century Modern

Located in Chula Vista, CA

For your consideration: Sterling silver cigarette lighter vintage Mid-Century Modern Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid Century Leather Round Table Lighter Chain Cover

Sold

H 4 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Mid Century Leather Round Table Lighter Chain Cover

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original 1960s Brutalist Wrapped Leather round table lighter with chrome chain cover. The

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Leather

Oversized Decorative Mid-Century Modern French Zippo Lighter

Sold

H 26 in W 7 in D 21 in

Oversized Decorative Mid-Century Modern French Zippo Lighter

Located in Dallas, TX

This oversized decorative zippo lighter is made entirely of wood. Hand-carved by French artisans

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century British Dunhill Aquarium Service Size Table Lighter

Sold

H 2.76 in W 2.37 in D 1.38 in

Mid-Century British Dunhill Aquarium Service Size Table Lighter

By Dunhill, Ben Shillingford

Located in London, by appointment only

For your consideration, a Dunhill Aquarium lighter made in the mid 50’s. All Dunhill Aquarium

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Blue Enameled Metal Table Lighter

Sold

H 16 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak & Blue Enameled Metal Table Lighter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A stunning sculptural mid-century or Scandinavian modern turned teak table lighter with blue

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Nordic Crystal Table Lighter by Ronson

Sold

H 3 in Dm 3 in

Mid Century Nordic Crystal Table Lighter by Ronson

Located in Van Nuys, CA

A great mid-century Vintage Ronson Nordic chrome and glass table lighter, Circa 1955. It is in

Category

Vintage 1950s Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Acrylic

Mid-century Novelty "Marine Ship & Supply" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

Sold

H 1.75 in W 3.25 in D 0.5 in

Mid-century Novelty "Marine Ship & Supply" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

By Sarome

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Sarome 'Cruiser' lighter, shaped like a Cruise ship, features a chrome body enameled

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

Mid century ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

Sold

H 6.5 in W 2 in D 2 in

Mid century ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, 1960s

By Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in View Park, CA

A mid century modern ceramic lighter by Aldo Londi for Bitossi, Italy 1960s. Tones of espresso

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Lucite & Chrome Octagon Shape Table Lighter by Kingstar

Sold

H 7 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Mid-century Lucite & Chrome Octagon Shape Table Lighter by Kingstar

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Rare mid-century era lucite table lighter with removable chrome lighter. The lighter features a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-century Novelty "Queen of Tsawwassen" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

Sold

H 1.75 in W 3.25 in D 0.5 in

Mid-century Novelty "Queen of Tsawwassen" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Sarome 'Cruiser' lighter, shaped like a Cruise ship, features a chrome body enameled

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Enamel, Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Jet Airplane Table Lighter by Ruby

Sold

H 3.75 in W 4 in D 5.25 in

Mid-Century Chrome Jet Airplane Table Lighter by Ruby

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Post war jet airplane table lighter featuring a chromed spelter metal jet liner with a pull-out

Category

Vintage 1950s American Tobacco Accessories

Mid Century Chrome "Top Records" Jet Airplane Table Lighter

Sold

H 3.75 in W 4.5 in D 3.75 in

Mid Century Chrome "Top Records" Jet Airplane Table Lighter

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Post war jet airplane table lighter featuring a chromed spelter metal Jet liner with a pull out

Category

Vintage 1950s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Chrome, Steel

11pc Mid Century Arrowsmith Mahogany Sterling Silver Salad Bowl Tongs Lighter

Sold

H 1 in W 11.25 in D 11.25 in

11pc Mid Century Arrowsmith Mahogany Sterling Silver Salad Bowl Tongs Lighter

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid century eleven piece Arrowsmith salad serving set featuring turned mahogany bowls with sterling

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

England mid-century modern Lighter Tinder Pistol by Dunhill, 1930-1940s

Sold

H 3.94 in W 5.91 in D 2.56 in

England mid-century modern Lighter Tinder Pistol by Dunhill, 1930-1940s

Located in MIlano, IT

England mid-century modern Lighter Tinder Pistol by Dunhill, 1930-1940s Vintage and elegant lighter

Category

Vintage 1930s British Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Mid-century Novelty "M.V. Queen of Esquimalt" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

Sold

H 1.75 in W 3.25 in D 0.5 in

Mid-century Novelty "M.V. Queen of Esquimalt" Cruise ship Enameled Lighter

By Sarome

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-century Sarome 'Cruiser' lighter, shaped like a Cruise ship, features a chrome body enameled

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Steel

ENGLAND 1950 Mid-Century Desk Table Lighter In a Carved Wood Yacht

Sold

H 3.75 in W 8.5 in D 2.25 in

ENGLAND 1950 Mid-Century Desk Table Lighter In a Carved Wood Yacht

Located in Miami, FL

the mid-century period, back in the 1950. Crafted in the shape of a yacht, carved in wood and

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass

Rare Set of Signed Paul Evans Desk Accessories Lighter Mid-century Modern

Sold

Rare Set of Signed Paul Evans Desk Accessories Lighter Mid-century Modern

By Paul Evans

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Rare set of signed Paul Evans desk accessories including a lighter and paperclip holder. Both are

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desk Accessories

Mid Century Modern Set of Ceramic Lighter and Ashtray by Marcello Fantoni 1950s

Sold

H 6 in Dm 2.25 in

Mid Century Modern Set of Ceramic Lighter and Ashtray by Marcello Fantoni 1950s

By Marcello Fantoni

Located in Troy, MI

Vintage Marcello Fantoni for Raymor Ceramic Lighter and Ashtray Set Italian Pottery Mid Century

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Blue Murano Glass w/ Gold Leaf Table Lighter, Italy

Sold

H 5 in Dm 3 in

Mid-Century Blue Murano Glass w/ Gold Leaf Table Lighter, Italy

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Original blue murano glass with gold leaf table lighter. This lighter features hand-crafted and

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-century "Harveys Casino Wagon Wheel" Red Enamel Pocket Lighter by Vulcan

Sold

H 1.5 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in

Mid-century "Harveys Casino Wagon Wheel" Red Enamel Pocket Lighter by Vulcan

By Vulcan

Located in Van Nuys, CA

1950's Red Enamel Lighter with Bull skull and wagon wheel from the Harvey's Wagon Wheel Casino in

Category

Vintage 1950s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass, Enamel, Steel, Chrome

1970 Resin Lighter

Sold

H 2.37 in Dm 3.94 in

1970 Resin Lighter

By Pierre Giraudon

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

1970 resin lighter, will feet well with modern ahtrays. Resin in the style of Giraudon , Charbin

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Brass Cat Table Lighter

Sold

H 7.5 in W 4.5 in D 2 in

Brass Cat Table Lighter

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Playful, Mid-Century Modern, brass, cat motif, table lighter.

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

Materials

Brass

Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

Sold

H 3.15 in W 3.94 in D 1.97 in

Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

By Ben Shillingford, Alfred Dunhill

Located in London, by appointment only

A celebrated mid century table lighter By Dunhill.

Category

Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Chrome

Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

Sold

H 3.15 in W 4.73 in D 2.37 in

Dunhill Aquarium Table Lighter

By Ben Shillingford

Located in London, by appointment only

A fine mid century Dunhill aquarium table lighter by Ben Shillingford.

Category

Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Nautical Objects

Alfred Dunhill Aquarium Lighter

Sold

H 3.55 in W 4.14 in D 2.17 in

Alfred Dunhill Aquarium Lighter

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Northampton, GB

Here, we have an Aquarium Silver-plated Table Cigarette Lighter by Alfred Dunhill. This "half

Category

Mid-20th Century British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Lucite

Mid 20th Century Novelty "Foot Rule" Lighter By Dunhill, Made In England c.1960

Sold

H 12.8 in W 1.19 in D 0.4 in

Mid 20th Century Novelty "Foot Rule" Lighter By Dunhill, Made In England c.1960

By Alfred Dunhill

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A mid 20th Century novelty table lighter in the form of a foot long ruler, calibrated in both

Category

20th Century British Other Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

People Also Browsed

Vintage Wood Pen Holder and Lighter, 1970s

$84Sale Price / set|40% Off

H 5.12 in Dm 2.17 in

Vintage Wood Pen Holder and Lighter, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage wood pen holder and lighter is an original object realized in the 1970s. Original wood and metal. Made in Italy. The set includes: a geometrical pen holder and a sim...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

1960s Stunning Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso

$480

H 4.33 in W 4.33 in D 4.33 in

1960s Stunning Table Lighter in Murano Sommerso Glass By Flavio Poli for Seguso

By Flavio Poli

Located in Milano, IT

1960 Stunning blue table lighter in Murano sommerso glass by Flavio Poli for Seguso. Made in italy. The item is in excellent condition and it works perfectly. Dimension: diam 4,33 x ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Murano Glass

Armadillo Sterling Silver Lighter

$6,835 / item

H 2.76 in W 2.76 in D 8.27 in

Armadillo Sterling Silver Lighter

By Fratelli Lisi

Located in Milan, IT

Playful true-to-life silver armadillo that serves as a lighter other than being a decorative artwork in its own right. Expertly made by the Florentine silversmiths, the Lisi brothers...

Category

2010s Italian Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

1940s Art Deco Cigarette Lighter Aluminum Block Lift Arm

$95Sale Price|45% Off

H 2.13 in W 1 in D 0.63 in

1940s Art Deco Cigarette Lighter Aluminum Block Lift Arm

By Dunhill

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Art Deco Vintage 1940s Aluminum Block Lift Arm Side Wheel Cigarette Lighter 2.13 x 1 W x .63 Original unrestored vintage preowned condition. Selling as is untested. Refer to images....

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Aluminum

Set of 2 Ashtrays And Table Lighter Vintage Italian Design 1970s

$327Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 1.19 in W 7.88 in D 7.88 in

Set of 2 Ashtrays And Table Lighter Vintage Italian Design 1970s

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of 2 Ashtrays and table lighter Vintage, Italian design, 1970s. The ashtray is made of brass and decorated wood. It measures 20 cm x 20 cm x 3 cm high. The lighter measures 7.5 ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Brass, Steel

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Mid Century Lighter", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Mid Century Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century lighter for your home. Frequently made of metal, plastic and lucite, every mid century lighter was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century lighter — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century lighter is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made mid century lighter has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Dunhill, Alfred Dunhill and Tommaso Barbi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Lighter?

A mid century lighter can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $499, while the lowest priced sells for $55 and the highest can go for as much as $16,988.