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Stilnovo Rare Pair of Monumental Eight-Light Wall Sconces, 1950s
Stilnovo Rare Pair of Monumental Eight-Light Wall Sconces, 1950s

Stilnovo Rare Pair of Monumental Eight-Light Wall Sconces, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

-garde design and impeccable craftsmanship by one of Italy's leading midcentury lighting makers. Each

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

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Swedish Mid-Century Brass & Copper Chandelier with Opaline Glass, 1950s
Swedish Mid-Century Brass & Copper Chandelier with Opaline Glass, 1950s

Swedish Mid-Century Brass & Copper Chandelier with Opaline Glass, 1950s

Located in Stockholm, SE

refined example of Swedish mid-century lighting. Details: Origin: Sweden Period: 1950–1959 Date of

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Copper

Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s
Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s

Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s

By Uno & Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö

Located in Göteborg, SE

Swedish mid-century lighting and a statement addition to contemporary interiors seeking authentic vintage

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Teak

Mid-Century Modern "Galaxy" Floor Lamp by Stilnovo 1950s Italian Design stamp
Mid-Century Modern "Galaxy" Floor Lamp by Stilnovo 1950s Italian Design stamp

Mid-Century Modern "Galaxy" Floor Lamp by Stilnovo 1950s Italian Design stamp

Located in Palermo, IT

Italian manufacturer Stilnovo during the 1950s. A masterpiece of mid-century lighting design, it perfectly

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Mid-Century Italian Toso-Style Cast Glass & Brass Wall Sconce
Mid-Century Italian Toso-Style Cast Glass & Brass Wall Sconce

Mid-Century Italian Toso-Style Cast Glass & Brass Wall Sconce

By Toso Vetri D'arte

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rectangular wall sconce produced in the Italian Mid-Century lighting tradition associated with

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Brass Ceiling Lights with Four Pearl White Glass Globes
Mid-Century Brass Ceiling Lights with Four Pearl White Glass Globes

Mid-Century Brass Ceiling Lights with Four Pearl White Glass Globes

By Preciosa

Located in Almelo, NL

used mid-century lighting is sustainable and allows for multiple lifetimes of use. Each piece has a

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

Materials

Brass

Josef Hůrka for Lidokov Midcentury Modern Table Lamp in Green Metal and Chrome
Josef Hůrka for Lidokov Midcentury Modern Table Lamp in Green Metal and Chrome

Josef Hůrka for Lidokov Midcentury Modern Table Lamp in Green Metal and Chrome

By Josef Hurka, Lidokov

Located in Praha, CZ

distinctive pea-green adjustable shade, reflecting the functional elegance of Czechoslovak modernist lighting

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Bega Mid-Century 'Limburg' Milk Glass Cylinder Pendant Lamp, Germany
Bega Mid-Century 'Limburg' Milk Glass Cylinder Pendant Lamp, Germany

Bega Mid-Century 'Limburg' Milk Glass Cylinder Pendant Lamp, Germany

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century lighting. Large cylindrical milk glass shade diffuses light beautifully, creating a soft

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Chandeliers with Four Pearl White Glass Globes
Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Chandeliers with Four Pearl White Glass Globes

Mid-Century Modern Brass Ceiling Chandeliers with Four Pearl White Glass Globes

Located in Almelo, NL

used mid-century lighting is sustainable and allows for multiple lifetimes of use. Each piece has a

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling or Wall Light, Germany 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Ceiling or Wall Light, Germany 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Ceiling or Wall Light, Germany 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

second, third, or even fourth life. Mid-century design lighting is often made from high-quality materials

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Maison Arlus Sculptural Wood & Glass Table Lamp, France, 1950
Maison Arlus Sculptural Wood & Glass Table Lamp, France, 1950

Maison Arlus Sculptural Wood & Glass Table Lamp, France, 1950

By Maison Arlus

Located in Vienna, AT

lamp was realized, circa 1950, by the renowned Midcentury lighting atelier, Maison Arlus. Recalling the

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Wall or Ceiling Lamp Model A 670 by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glashütte
Pair of Wall or Ceiling Lamp Model A 670 by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glashütte

Pair of Wall or Ceiling Lamp Model A 670 by Helena Tynell for Limburg Glashütte

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Berlin, DE

Limburg Glashütte’s mid-century lighting design. The lamp is preserved in very good condition. A second

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Botti 150 Suspension Lamp - DelightFull
Botti 150 Suspension Lamp - DelightFull

Botti 150 Suspension Lamp - DelightFull

Located in Rio Tinto, PT

-century lighting design was inspired by the American trumpet player as a tribute to jazz music. With a

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2010s Portuguese Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Decor
Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Decor

Knoll Clay Michie Swing Arm Saucer Desk Lamp, 1950s Mid Century Atomic MCM Decor

By Clay Michie

Located in Peoria, AZ

Palm Springs atomic ranch, NY penthouse or West Palm Beach estate! Magnificent Mid Century Lighting

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-34 for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s
Mid-Century Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-34 for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s

Mid-Century Alf Svensson Floor Lamp Model G-34 for Bergboms, Sweden, 1950s

By Bergboms, Alf Svensson

Located in Göteborg, SE

collectors of Swedish mid-century lighting and perfect for design-conscious interiors seeking understated

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Decorative Brass and Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1950s
Decorative Brass and Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1950s

Decorative Brass and Murano Glass Pendant Lamp, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Italian designers and manufacturers were true pioneers of mid-century lighting design, creating

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Danish Arc Floor Lamp by Bilka Brass Marble, 1970s
Danish Arc Floor Lamp by Bilka Brass Marble, 1970s

Danish Arc Floor Lamp by Bilka Brass Marble, 1970s

Located in Praha, CZ

, ideal for sophisticated interiors seeking iconic mid century lighting. Professionally checked and fully

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal, Chrome

Pair of Murano Starburst Glass & Chrome Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega
Pair of Murano Starburst Glass & Chrome Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega

Pair of Murano Starburst Glass & Chrome Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega

By Mazzega

Located in Nuernberg, DE

craftsmanship and design innovation of Italian mid-century lighting. The combination of hand-worked Murano glass

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s
Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

Mid-Century German Cocoon Pendant Lamp from Goldkant Leuchten, 1960s

By Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Aachen, NRW

example of mid-century lighting design, this sculptural pendant lamp was produced by renowned German

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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund
Mid Century Modern Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund

Mid Century Modern Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund

By Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund

Located in Dronten, NL

, circa 1960. An exquisite example of Scandinavian mid-century lighting design, this chandelier by

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp
Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp

Lightolier Venetia Glass & Brass Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Minneapolis, MN

this lamp by Lightolier--one of the top manufacturers of mid-century lighting.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kaiser attributed Pair of Large Floor Lamps Ceramic Sea-Green glazed
Kaiser attributed Pair of Large Floor Lamps Ceramic Sea-Green glazed

Kaiser attributed Pair of Large Floor Lamps Ceramic Sea-Green glazed

By Kaiser

Located in London, GB

, they are ideal for collectors and designers seeking impactful mid-century lighting.

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Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Stilnovo Rare Large Pair of Sconces Model 2128 in Brass and Glass, 1950s
Stilnovo Rare Large Pair of Sconces Model 2128 in Brass and Glass, 1950s

Stilnovo Rare Large Pair of Sconces Model 2128 in Brass and Glass, 1950s

By Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

the avant-garde design and impeccable craftsmanship by one of Italy's leading midcentury lighting

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Milk Glass and Metal Spherical Pendant Chandelier
Mid Century Modern Milk Glass and Metal Spherical Pendant Chandelier

Mid Century Modern Milk Glass and Metal Spherical Pendant Chandelier

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

with mid-century lighting design. Crafted with durability and elegance in mind, this pendant

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Lot of Three Murano Glass & Brass Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Toni Zuccheri
Lot of Three Murano Glass & Brass Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Toni Zuccheri

Lot of Three Murano Glass & Brass Sconces Mid-Century Modern Italy Toni Zuccheri

By Toni Zuccheri

Located in Nuernberg, DE

. Details Origin: Italy Period: Mid-Century Modern Materials: Murano glass, Metal Lighting: European E14

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Marble & Gilt Metal Sculpture Mid Century Table Lamp! Italian For Wilmar!  1950s
Marble & Gilt Metal Sculpture Mid Century Table Lamp! Italian For Wilmar!  1950s

Marble & Gilt Metal Sculpture Mid Century Table Lamp! Italian For Wilmar! 1950s

By The Marbro Lamp Company, Raymor

Located in Peoria, AZ

West Palm Beach estate! Iconic Mid Century Lighting For Your Sublime Interiors!

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Italian mid-20th century lighting design was infinitely captivating, featuring one-of-a-kind models

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

Materials

Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson conical mid-century table lamp, glass & wood, Sweden, 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson conical mid-century table lamp, glass & wood, Sweden, 1950s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson conical mid-century table lamp, glass & wood, Sweden, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Forserum, SE

. The factory is most renowned today for its mid-century lighting fixtures, though it also produced

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Beech

Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s
Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s

Rare Rembrandt Mid Century Modern Table Lamp! Atomic Ranch Decor! MCM 1950s

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Peoria, AZ

atomic ranch or West palm Beach estate! Monumental Rembrandt Mid Century Lighting For Your Masterpiece

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Mid-century modern wall lights glass sconces Stilnovo, Italy, 1960
Mid-century modern wall lights glass sconces Stilnovo, Italy, 1960

Mid-century modern wall lights glass sconces Stilnovo, Italy, 1960

By Stilnovo

Located in Nicolosi, IT

-Century lighting. Each sconce features a brass structure supporting two opaline glass diffusers, creating

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Retro Opaline Glass Flush Light
Mid-Century Retro Opaline Glass Flush Light

Mid-Century Retro Opaline Glass Flush Light

Located in Leicester, Leicestershire

, making it a hallmark of well-engineered mid-century lighting. The compact silhouette allows the piece to

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic, Glass, Milk Glass, Opaline Glass

Ceiling Light by Gunnar Eklöf for Corona
Ceiling Light by Gunnar Eklöf for Corona

Ceiling Light by Gunnar Eklöf for Corona

By Corona, Gunnar Eklöf

Located in Karlstad, SE

creates a light, whimsical expression typical of Eklöf’s decorative approach to mid-century lighting

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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Hala Zeist Clip Reading Lamp, Red Perforated Star Shade
Mid-Century Hala Zeist Clip Reading Lamp, Red Perforated Star Shade

Mid-Century Hala Zeist Clip Reading Lamp, Red Perforated Star Shade

By Hala Zeist

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hala Zeist produced some of the Netherlands' most characterful Mid-Century lighting, and this

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

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Enamel, Metal

Geometric Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1970's.
Geometric Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1970's.

Geometric Chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, 1970's.

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

aesthetic are signature elements of Sciolari's mid-century lighting designs, making this chandelier a bold

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Vintage 1970s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Rare Mid Century Modern FIBERGLASS REFLECTOR DESK LAMP! BILL LAM STUDIO 1950s
Rare Mid Century Modern FIBERGLASS REFLECTOR DESK LAMP! BILL LAM STUDIO 1950s

Rare Mid Century Modern FIBERGLASS REFLECTOR DESK LAMP! BILL LAM STUDIO 1950s

By Bill Lam

Located in Peoria, AZ

ranch home or West Palm Beach estate! Mid Century Lighting For Your Incredibly Well Furnished

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

White Acrylic Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
White Acrylic Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

White Acrylic Glass Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

true statement piece that captures the innovative spirit of mid-century lighting. The light requires

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Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Plexiglass

Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s
Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s

Mid-Century Uno & Östen Kristiansson Giraffe Lamp Teak Luxus Vittsjö Sweden 50s

By Luxus Vittsjö, Uno & Östen Kristiansson

Located in Göteborg, SE

1950s. An exceptional example of Swedish mid-century modern lighting from the golden age of Scandinavian

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Teak

Centric Wall Sconces
Centric Wall Sconces

Centric Wall Sconces

By Blueprint Lighting

Located in Westport, CT

to the midcentury lighting designs of Mathieu Matégot, breathing new life into his signature medium

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

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor
Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor

Kurt Versen Gooseneck Table Desk Lamp! Mid Century Modern Red 1950s Atomic Decor

By Kurt Versen

Located in Peoria, AZ

KURT VERSEN GOOSE NECK DESK LAMP! ICONIC! MID CENTURY DESIGN AT ITS FINEST! GORGEOUS RED ENAMEL

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Wall Lamps, Italy 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Italian Mid-20th century lighting design was infinitely captivating, featuring one-of-a-kind models

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s
Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s

Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s

By Ateljé Lyktan, Hans Bergström

Located in Göteborg, SE

for Ateljé Lyktan. Perfect for collectors of Swedish mid-century lighting and interiors seeking

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s
Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s

Mid-Century Two-Arm Floor Lamp by Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan, Sweden, 50s

By Hans Bergström, Ateljé Lyktan

Located in Göteborg, SE

for Ateljé Lyktan. Perfect for collectors of Swedish mid-century lighting and interiors seeking

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid century Table Lamp in the style of Luis Perez de la Oliva, Portugal 1970's
Mid century Table Lamp in the style of Luis Perez de la Oliva, Portugal 1970's

Mid century Table Lamp in the style of Luis Perez de la Oliva, Portugal 1970's

By Luis Pérez de la Oliva

Located in Lisboa, PT

lamp is a rare find for collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting design, offering a unique

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Vintage 1970s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Rare 1960s Cascading Stilnovo Chandelier
Rare 1960s Cascading Stilnovo Chandelier

Rare 1960s Cascading Stilnovo Chandelier

By Stilnovo

Located in New York, NY

displays the avant-garde design and meticulous craftsmanship by one of Italy's leading mid-century lighting

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Aluminum

Mid-Century Italian Modern Style Brass and Glass Sconces, Set of 2
Mid-Century Italian Modern Style Brass and Glass Sconces, Set of 2

Mid-Century Italian Modern Style Brass and Glass Sconces, Set of 2

Located in Madrid, ES

midcentury lighting with a sculptural and functional design. Every item LA Studio offers is checked by our

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Modern 1970s Brass Table Lamp by Hustadt, Hollywood Regency, Germany
Modern 1970s Brass Table Lamp by Hustadt, Hollywood Regency, Germany

Modern 1970s Brass Table Lamp by Hustadt, Hollywood Regency, Germany

Located in Andernach, DE

Leuchten, one of the most renowned makers of German mid-century lighting design. Light fitting: E14 screw

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Late 20th Century German Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy
Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy

Troncchi Chandelier Designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini 1960 Italy

By Venini, Toni Zuccheri

Located in Palermo, PA

collectible and a remarkable example of Italian mid-century lighting design. The light is equipped with three

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

Materials

Metal

Brass Pendant by Konsthantverk Tyringe, Sweden, 1960s
Brass Pendant by Konsthantverk Tyringe, Sweden, 1960s

Brass Pendant by Konsthantverk Tyringe, Sweden, 1960s

By Konsthantverk Tyringe 1

Located in Karlstad, SE

presence balanced by elegant craftsmanship. A fine example of Swedish mid-century lighting, where

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern "Twilight Zone" Lamp MCM 1950s
Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern "Twilight Zone" Lamp MCM 1950s

Rare Rembrandt Lamp! Iconic Mid Century Modern "Twilight Zone" Lamp MCM 1950s

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Peoria, AZ

MID CENTURY LIGHTING! ATOMIC AWESOME! DIMENSIONS: HEIGHT: 38.5" SHADE: 19" MILK GLASS DIFFUSER

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Pair of Wall Lamps by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Wall Lamps by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Wall Lamps by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, Italy, 1960s

By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Pair of Wall Lamps by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena, Italy, 1960s A refined pair of mid-century

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

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

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

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This Italian pendant lamp from the 1960s is a refined example of mid-century lighting, combining

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

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Mid Century Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic piece of mid century lighting available at 1stDibs. An item from our selection of mid century lighting — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 91564 options for an antique or vintage choice in our collection of mid century lighting now, or shop our selection of 3963 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect object in our assortment of mid century lighting — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each option in this array of mid century lighting bearing Mid-Century Modern, Industrial or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo and Kalmar Lighting each produced at least one beautiful piece of mid century lighting that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Lighting?

A piece of mid century lighting can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,212, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $982,587.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

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.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mid Century Lighting
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.