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Barbini Murano Glass Ceiling lamp, Italy 1980s
Barbini Murano Glass Ceiling lamp, Italy 1980s

Barbini Murano Glass Ceiling lamp, Italy 1980s

Located in Catania, CT

collectors of Italian Mid-Century lighting. Very good vintage condition with normal trace of age and use

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Chrome Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s
Chrome Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s

Chrome Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s

By Cosack Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

the refined aesthetic of mid-century lighting. A must-have for collectors and design enthusiasts alike

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Majestic Table Lamp! Atomic MCM Luxcraft Brass 1950s Incredibly Rare
Mid Century Majestic Table Lamp! Atomic MCM Luxcraft Brass 1950s Incredibly Rare

Mid Century Majestic Table Lamp! Atomic MCM Luxcraft Brass 1950s Incredibly Rare

By Majestic Lamp Company

Located in Peoria, AZ

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

Category

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

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Brass

Rare Harvey Guzzini “Forma” Wall Lamp by Luigi Massoni, Italy, 1970s
Rare Harvey Guzzini “Forma” Wall Lamp by Luigi Massoni, Italy, 1970s

Rare Harvey Guzzini “Forma” Wall Lamp by Luigi Massoni, Italy, 1970s

By Luigi Massoni, Harvey Guzzini

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

market, and highly sought after by collectors of Italian mid-century lighting.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

White Space Age Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
White Space Age Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

White Space Age Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s

Located in Hagenbach, DE

lamp is a true statement piece that captures the innovative spirit of mid-century lighting. Adjustable

Category

Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Chandelier in Brass & Glass, Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann, Finland, 1940s
Chandelier in Brass & Glass, Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann, Finland, 1940s

Chandelier in Brass & Glass, Lisa Johansson-Pape for Stockmann, Finland, 1940s

By Stockmann-Orno, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Odense, DK

expression of Finnish mid-century lighting design. Crafted in brass, it features six elegantly curved arms

Category

Mid-20th Century Finnish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Floor Lamp with Leather-Wrapped Stem, Europe, Mid-20th Century
Floor Lamp with Leather-Wrapped Stem, Europe, Mid-20th Century

Floor Lamp with Leather-Wrapped Stem, Europe, Mid-20th Century

Located in Utrecht, NL

Mid-20th century European lighting design placed strong emphasis on structure, proportion, and the

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass & Glass Chandelier Model ER 174 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s
Brass & Glass Chandelier Model ER 174 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s

Brass & Glass Chandelier Model ER 174 by Itsu, Finland, 1950s

By Itsu

Located in Karis, Nyland

A refined example of Finnish mid-century lighting design, this chandelier Model ER 174 by Itsu (Itä

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Table Lamp Model 45-101 by Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stockmann-Orno, Finland, 1950s
Table Lamp Model 45-101 by Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stockmann-Orno, Finland, 1950s

Table Lamp Model 45-101 by Lisa Johansson-Pape, Stockmann-Orno, Finland, 1950s

By Stockmann-Orno, Lisa Johansson-Pape

Located in Karis, Nyland

played a central role in shaping Finnish mid-century lighting. Orno, founded in 1921, became one of

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Metal and Fabric Shade Table Lamp by Temde, 1960s
Midcentury Metal and Fabric Shade Table Lamp by Temde, 1960s

Midcentury Metal and Fabric Shade Table Lamp by Temde, 1960s

By Temde Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This mid-century table lamp by Temde, crafted in the 1960s, beautifully combines modernist elegance

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Model SV 60 Wall Light in Brass and Glass by Hyval, Finland, 1960s
Model SV 60 Wall Light in Brass and Glass by Hyval, Finland, 1960s

Model SV 60 Wall Light in Brass and Glass by Hyval, Finland, 1960s

Located in Karis, Nyland

, adding both sculptural presence and decorative character. A fine example of Finnish mid-century lighting

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Elegant Swedish Brass Chandelier Attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA, 1940s
Elegant Swedish Brass Chandelier Attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA, 1940s

Elegant Swedish Brass Chandelier Attributed to Hans Bergström for ASEA, 1940s

By Hans Bergström, ASEA

Located in Stockholm, SE

, combining natural materials with polished brass. A beautiful example of Scandinavian mid-century lighting

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso “Rostrato” Glass Wall Sconces, 1940s
Pair of Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso “Rostrato” Glass Wall Sconces, 1940s

Pair of Ercole Barovier for Barovier & Toso “Rostrato” Glass Wall Sconces, 1940s

By Ercole Barovier, Barovier&Toso

Located in Brescia, Brescia

organic sculptural movement, characteristic of Barovier’s mid-century lighting vocabulary. Each shade is

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Table lamp model 9224 Designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy
Table lamp model 9224 Designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy

Table lamp model 9224 Designed by Paavo Tynell for Taito Oy

By Paavo Tynell

Located in Stockholm, SE

captures the poetic beauty and timeless sophistication that define Finnish mid-century lighting design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Orange Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s
Mid-Century Orange Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Orange Glass Ceiling Lamp by Stilnovo, Italy, 1960s

By Stilnovo

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This striking mid-century pendant lamp was produced by the renowned Italian lighting manufacturer

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Table Lamp Model 3/2 By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen
Table Lamp Model 3/2 By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen

Table Lamp Model 3/2 By Poul Henningsen For Louis Poulsen

By Poul Henningsen, Louis Poulsen

Located in Lejre, DK

is a masterpiece of mid-century lighting design and Danish craftsmanship. Poul Henningsen's design

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rattan, Brass & Opaline Glass Table Lamp, Sweden 1950s
Rattan, Brass & Opaline Glass Table Lamp, Sweden 1950s

Rattan, Brass & Opaline Glass Table Lamp, Sweden 1950s

By Paavo Tynell, Mauri Almari

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

cord is a retro-style twisted design, typical of mid-century lighting fixtures. The blend of brass

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Wall light CP-1 by Charlotte Perriand, 1980s, France
Wall light CP-1 by Charlotte Perriand, 1980s, France

Wall light CP-1 by Charlotte Perriand, 1980s, France

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

suit your space. Originally designed for modular, practical living, it remains an icon of mid-century

Category

Vintage 1980s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Pair of Wall Sconces – Maison ARLUS, France, 1960s
Pair of Wall Sconces – Maison ARLUS, France, 1960s

Pair of Wall Sconces – Maison ARLUS, France, 1960s

By Arlus

Located in TOURCOING, FR

quintessential example of French mid-century lighting—bold in form, yet sophisticated in execution. Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1960s French Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Brass "Delta" Wall Lamp by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, Italy, 1960s
Brass "Delta" Wall Lamp by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, Italy, 1960s

Brass "Delta" Wall Lamp by Sergio Mazza for Artemide, Italy, 1960s

By Artemide, Sergio Mazza

Located in Hagenbach, DE

remains one of the most iconic mid-century lighting designs from Italy. The lamp features a refined

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Harvey Guzzini Chrome and Travertine Base Arc Table Lamp
Harvey Guzzini Chrome and Travertine Base Arc Table Lamp

Harvey Guzzini Chrome and Travertine Base Arc Table Lamp

By Harvey Guzzini

Located in Toronto, ON

century lighting designs featuring table lamps, floor lamps, pendant lamps, and more. Guzzini worked with

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Mid-Century Cork and Teak Table Lamp, Sculptural Design, Vintage Style
Mid-Century Cork and Teak Table Lamp, Sculptural Design, Vintage Style

Mid-Century Cork and Teak Table Lamp, Sculptural Design, Vintage Style

Located in Trenton, NJ

A sophisticated example of mid-century lighting, this table lamp combines a teardrop cork base with

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Cork

Angelo Lelii 1960s Pendant Light Brass Lacquered Aluminium Murine White Blue Red
Angelo Lelii 1960s Pendant Light Brass Lacquered Aluminium Murine White Blue Red

Angelo Lelii 1960s Pendant Light Brass Lacquered Aluminium Murine White Blue Red

By Arredoluce, Angelo Lelii

Located in Milano, IT

from the 1960s is a refined example of Italian mid-century lighting. Crafted from brass and lacquered

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Pair of 1960s Cranberry Swedish Orrefors Glass Table Lamps
Pair of 1960s Cranberry Swedish Orrefors Glass Table Lamps

Pair of 1960s Cranberry Swedish Orrefors Glass Table Lamps

By Orrefors

Located in London, GB

lighting. The cranberry colour is an Orrefors classic.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Scandinavian Opaline Glass & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, Finland 1950s
Scandinavian Opaline Glass & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, Finland 1950s

Scandinavian Opaline Glass & Brass 8-Light Chandelier, Finland 1950s

By Maria Lindeman, Taito Oy, Idman Oy

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This elegant mid-century chandelier was designed an manufactured in Finland in the 1950s to 1960s

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Emil Stejnar Sculptural 'Pyra' Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria
1950s Emil Stejnar Sculptural 'Pyra' Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria

1950s Emil Stejnar Sculptural 'Pyra' Chandelier By Rupert Nikoll Vienna Austria

By Emil Stejnar, Rupert Nikoll

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

during the 1950s. A hallmark of Austrian mid-century lighting design, the piece features a dynamic burst

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s

By Preciosa

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s These elegant brass

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Pair of Swedish Floor Lamps, 1940s
Pair of Swedish Floor Lamps, 1940s

Pair of Swedish Floor Lamps, 1940s

Located in Karlstad, SE

adapted easily for reading or ambient use. A refined example of Swedish mid-century lighting, combining

Category

20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pukeberg Art Glass Table Lamps, Sweden, 1960s–70s
Pair of Pukeberg Art Glass Table Lamps, Sweden, 1960s–70s

Pair of Pukeberg Art Glass Table Lamps, Sweden, 1960s–70s

By Pukeberg Sweden

Located in Bochum, NRW

A sculptural pair of mid‑century art glass table lamps designed by Pukeberg, Sweden, showcasing the

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s
Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s

By Preciosa

Located in Almelo, NL

Mid-Century Opaline and Brass Pendants with FF Logo Czech Republic, 1970s These elegant brass

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Helena Frantová Table Lamp, Chrome and Paper Shade, Czechoslovakia 1960s
Helena Frantová Table Lamp, Chrome and Paper Shade, Czechoslovakia 1960s

Helena Frantová Table Lamp, Chrome and Paper Shade, Czechoslovakia 1960s

By Helena Frantova

Located in Praha, CZ

and use. Newly rewired. A rare and elegant example of Czech mid-century lighting design by Helena

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Set of Four Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Sconces by Paavo Tynell
Set of Four Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Sconces by Paavo Tynell

Set of Four Mid-Century Modernist Polished Brass Sconces by Paavo Tynell

By Paavo Tynell

Located in New York, NY

most celebrated mid-century lighting designers, circa 1950. Known for his refined and whimsical

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

Materials

Brass

Laurel Lamp Mid Century Modern Abstract 3-Color Angelo Lelli Italian Design 50s
Laurel Lamp Mid Century Modern Abstract 3-Color Angelo Lelli Italian Design 50s

Laurel Lamp Mid Century Modern Abstract 3-Color Angelo Lelli Italian Design 50s

By Angelo Lelii

Located in Peoria, AZ

TOUR DE FORCE OF ITALIAN MID CENTURY LIGHTING! DIMENSIONS: Lamp: 21" Tall Width 16" After the

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

1 of 8 Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights Designed by Kaiser Leuchten in the 1960s
1 of 8 Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights Designed by Kaiser Leuchten in the 1960s

1 of 8 Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights Designed by Kaiser Leuchten in the 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten, Kinkeldey

Located in Almelo, NL

transport. When you choose for used mid-century lighting, you use what is already there, making it

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Italian Large Ministerial Table Lamp in Burnished Metal & Opaline Glass, 1950s
Italian Large Ministerial Table Lamp in Burnished Metal & Opaline Glass, 1950s

Italian Large Ministerial Table Lamp in Burnished Metal & Opaline Glass, 1950s

By (After) Gio Ponti

Located in Roma, IT

mid-century lighting piece, perfect for a desk, study, library, or sophisticated modern interior

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp 'B-075' by Eje Ahlgren, 1970s, Sweden
Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp 'B-075' by Eje Ahlgren, 1970s, Sweden

Scandinavian Modern Table Lamp 'B-075' by Eje Ahlgren, 1970s, Sweden

By Eje Ahlgren

Located in Stockholm, SE

example of Scandinavian mid-century lighting design. The piece is highly functional, featuring a clean

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Geometric Pressed Amber Glass Lamp with Incandescent Cylinder
Vintage Geometric Pressed Amber Glass Lamp with Incandescent Cylinder

Vintage Geometric Pressed Amber Glass Lamp with Incandescent Cylinder

Located in Lomita, CA

luminosity of amber glass is only part of the attraction for this mid century table lamp from the 1960s or

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Yellow French Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Yellow French Sconces

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Yellow French Sconces

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Madrid, ES

collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting, these vintage wall lights bring both functionality and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Black French Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Black French Sconces

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Pair Of Black French Sconces

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Ibiza, Spain

. Ideal for collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting, these vintage wall lights bring both

Category

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

Materials

Metal

English Mid-Century Modern Crystal Table Lamp
English Mid-Century Modern Crystal Table Lamp

English Mid-Century Modern Crystal Table Lamp

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Mid Century Modern crystal table lamp, English. Striking form, the champhered hexagonal column

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

Materials

Crystal

F.A.I.P. Vintage Monumental Plaster and Chalkware Table Lamp Marked
F.A.I.P. Vintage Monumental Plaster and Chalkware Table Lamp Marked

F.A.I.P. Vintage Monumental Plaster and Chalkware Table Lamp Marked

By F.A.I.P. 1

Located in Lomita, CA

well and is vintage. It has been touched up at some point in its life. It was obtained at a mid century

Category

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

Materials

Plaster

Hans-Agne Jakobsson ceiling lamp T559/40, flush mount, brass, Sweden, 1960s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson ceiling lamp T559/40, flush mount, brass, Sweden, 1960s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson ceiling lamp T559/40, flush mount, brass, Sweden, 1960s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Forserum, SE

community of Markaryd. The factory is most renowned today for its mid-century lighting fixtures, though it

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Mid-Century Chrome and Wood "Tiburón" Desk Lamp by Grin Luz, 1960s
Mid-Century Chrome and Wood "Tiburón" Desk Lamp by Grin Luz, 1960s

Mid-Century Chrome and Wood "Tiburón" Desk Lamp by Grin Luz, 1960s

By Luis Pérez de la Oliva

Located in Lisboa, PT

Spanish mid-century lighting canon. Though never officially named, this model is highly recognizable by

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of 9 French Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of 9 French Sconces

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of 9 French Sconces

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Ibiza, Spain

collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting, these vintage wall lights bring both functionality and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Kalmar Ice Glass Panel and Brass Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s – 4 Available
Kalmar Ice Glass Panel and Brass Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s – 4 Available

Kalmar Ice Glass Panel and Brass Wall Lights, Austria, 1960s – 4 Available

By Kalmar Lighting

Located in Almelo, NL

example of Austrian mid-century lighting design, these Kalmar ice glass sconces from the 1960s offer a

Category

Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of Six French Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of Six French Sconces

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Set of Six French Sconces

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Madrid, ES

collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting, these vintage wall lights bring both functionality and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Golden Art Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Flygsfors, Sweden, 1960s
Golden Art Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Flygsfors, Sweden, 1960s

Golden Art Glass Table Lamp by Gustav Leek for Flygsfors, Sweden, 1960s

By Gustav Leek, Flygsfors

Located in Karis, Nyland

An exceptional example of Swedish mid-century lighting, this golden art glass table lamp was

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century European Pendant Lamp with Sculptural Ribbed Shade, circa 1950
Mid-Century European Pendant Lamp with Sculptural Ribbed Shade, circa 1950

Mid-Century European Pendant Lamp with Sculptural Ribbed Shade, circa 1950

Located in Lisse, NL

professionally checked and is suitable for immediate use. A timeless mid-century lighting piece that integrates

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

Materials

Wire

Amazing Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Barovier & Toso, Italy 1970s
Amazing Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Barovier & Toso, Italy 1970s

Amazing Murano Glass Pendant Lamp by Barovier & Toso, Italy 1970s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Warsaw, PL

. A highly decorative and collectible Italian mid-century lighting piece, combining sculptural

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mauri Almari Brass, Rattan & Opaline Table Lamp, Idman Oy, Finland 1950s
Mauri Almari Brass, Rattan & Opaline Table Lamp, Idman Oy, Finland 1950s

Mauri Almari Brass, Rattan & Opaline Table Lamp, Idman Oy, Finland 1950s

By Mauri Almari, Idman Oy

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

features a toggle switch, and the power cord is a retro-style twisted design, typical of mid-century

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Adjustable Brass Wall Lamp attr. to Oluce, Italy, 1960s
Adjustable Brass Wall Lamp attr. to Oluce, Italy, 1960s

Adjustable Brass Wall Lamp attr. to Oluce, Italy, 1960s

By Oluce

Located in Hagenbach, DE

. The lamp features a sleek and functional design characteristic of Italian mid-century lighting. Its

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

Mid-Century Modern Sconces in Murano Glass by Mazzega Made in Italy 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Sconces in Murano Glass by Mazzega Made in Italy 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Sconces in Murano Glass by Mazzega Made in Italy 1970s

By Mazzega

Located in Almelo, NL

wrapped for easy transport. When you choose for used mid-century lighting, you use what is already there

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

Materials

Metal

Orange Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s
Orange Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s

Orange Disc Shape Wall Lamp or Flushmount by Cosack, 1960s

By Cosack Leuchten

Located in Hagenbach, DE

warm atmospheric glow. The design reflects the playful yet modern aesthetic of mid-century lighting

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

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Red Metal Pair Of French Sconces
Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Red Metal Pair Of French Sconces

Mid-Century Modern Charlotte Perriand Mod. CP1 Red Metal Pair Of French Sconces

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Ibiza, Spain

collectors or enthusiasts of mid-century lighting, these vintage wall lights bring both functionality and

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Max Bill Torchiere Floor Lamps for B.A.G. Turgi, Switzerland, 1950s
Pair of Max Bill Torchiere Floor Lamps for B.A.G. Turgi, Switzerland, 1950s

Pair of Max Bill Torchiere Floor Lamps for B.A.G. Turgi, Switzerland, 1950s

By Max Bill

Located in Oceanside, US

enamel. B.A.G. Turgi was one of Switzerland’s most important mid-century lighting manufacturers, known

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Bauhaus Floor Lamps

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s
Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s

Mid-Century Model “2433” Brass Desk Lamp by Valinte Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Valinte Oy

Located in Karis, Nyland

lighting manufacturer in the mid-20th century, known for functional fixtures in brass and other metals. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1970s Chrome and Aluminum Table Lamp – Curved Modernist French Design
1970s Chrome and Aluminum Table Lamp – Curved Modernist French Design

1970s Chrome and Aluminum Table Lamp – Curved Modernist French Design

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

lamp, French aluminum lamp, modernist curved lamp, mid-century lighting, vintage French design

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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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.