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Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:
Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:

Paire d’Appliques en Bronze Doré – Marcel Asselbur, Circa 1950:

By Marcel Asselbur

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

, 1948. Marcel Asselbur: A Master of Mid-Century Lighting A collaborator of renowned designer André Arbus

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

Materials

Bronze

Murano Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for AV Mazzega, 1970s
Murano Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for AV Mazzega, 1970s

Murano Glass Table Lamp by Carlo Nason for AV Mazzega, 1970s

By Carlo Nason

Located in BARCELONA, ES

example of Italian Murano glass lighting, ideal for mid-century, modern, or contemporary interiors

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bohemian Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Prague, 1960s — 4 Available
Bohemian Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Prague, 1960s — 4 Available

Bohemian Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Lamp, Prague, 1960s — 4 Available

Located in Almelo, NL

mid-century lighting design. Each fixture blends sculptural form with masterful craftsmanship, making

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconce for O-Luce
Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconce for O-Luce

Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconce for O-Luce

By Giuseppe Ostuni, O-Luce

Located in Glendale, CA

midcentury lighting designers Stilnovo and Giuseppe Ostuni. The shade can be rotated freely on a ball joint

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Pair of Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconces for O-Luce
Pair of Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconces for O-Luce

Pair of Large 1950s Giuseppe Ostuni Articulating Arm Sconces for O-Luce

By Giuseppe Ostuni, O-Luce

Located in Glendale, CA

of iconic midcentury lighting designers Stilnovo and Giuseppe Ostuni. The shade can be rotated

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Brass

Brass and Opaque Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe ca 1950s
Brass and Opaque Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe ca 1950s

Brass and Opaque Glass Ceiling Lamp, Europe ca 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

-century lighting design, favouring unique shapes and forms. The airy arrangement further accentuates the

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Painted Metal and Teak Pendant Light by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s
Painted Metal and Teak Pendant Light by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s

Painted Metal and Teak Pendant Light by Lyfa, Denmark, 1960s

By Lyfa

Located in Karis, Nyland

typical of Danish mid-century lighting design. Produced by Lyfa in Denmark during the 1960s, the lamp

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Angelo Lelii Arredoluce standard floor lamp Italy 1956
Angelo Lelii Arredoluce standard floor lamp Italy 1956

Angelo Lelii Arredoluce standard floor lamp Italy 1956

By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

1956, is an exquisite example of mid-century lighting design. As an early creation by the esteemed

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Brass Rembrandt Table Lamp – Elegant Neoclassical Design, Circa 1950s
Vintage Brass Rembrandt Table Lamp – Elegant Neoclassical Design, Circa 1950s

Vintage Brass Rembrandt Table Lamp – Elegant Neoclassical Design, Circa 1950s

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A stunning vintage Rembrandt table lamp, a true masterpiece of mid-century lighting design. Crafted

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, 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 mid-century pendant produced in the 1950s by Itä-Suomen Sähkö Oy (commonly known as Itsu

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp in Brass and Ruby Glass Rod, Austria, 1960s
J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp in Brass and Ruby Glass Rod, Austria, 1960s

J.T. Kalmar Floor Lamp in Brass and Ruby Glass Rod, Austria, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Almelo, NL

the celebrated Austrian lighting designer J.T. Kalmar, this mid-century modern floor lamp exudes

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

Materials

Brass

1950s Italian Brass and Black Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shad
1950s Italian Brass and Black Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shad

1950s Italian Brass and Black Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Opaline Glass Shad

Located in Rome, IT

subtle sense of movement. The overall design reflects the refined balance typical of Italian mid-century

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce ’339/3’ Three-Armed Floor Lamp
Rare Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce ’339/3’ Three-Armed Floor Lamp

Rare Giuseppe Ostuni for O-Luce ’339/3’ Three-Armed Floor Lamp

By Giuseppe Ostuni, O-Luce

Located in Waalwijk, NL

functionality and sculptural presence that defines Italian mid-century lighting. The lamp features three

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Aluminum, Brass

Sculptural Gilt Brass Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, circa 1950s
Sculptural Gilt Brass Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, circa 1950s

Sculptural Gilt Brass Wall Sconces by Gaetano Sciolari, Italy, circa 1950s

By Gaetano Sciolari

Located in Lisse, NL

material richness that defines Italian mid-century lighting of the period. The design is characterized by

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Goffredo Reggiani floor lamp in chromed metal, Italian Space Age, 1960s
Vintage Goffredo Reggiani floor lamp in chromed metal, Italian Space Age, 1960s

Vintage Goffredo Reggiani floor lamp in chromed metal, Italian Space Age, 1960s

By Reggiani, Goffredo Reggiani

Located in Milano, IT

selection of mid-century lighting and special object that add value to your spaces , feel free to browse and

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s
Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s

Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s

By Archimede Seguso, Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce

Located in Roma, IT

vision and the excellence of Italian mid-century lighting design. Ideal for both contemporary interiors

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s
Pair of Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s

Pair of Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, Italy, 1960s

By Archimede Seguso, Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce

Located in Roma, IT

Italian mid-century lighting design. Ideal for both contemporary interiors and discerning collectors of

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brubeck Wall Lights by DelightFULL
Pair of Brubeck Wall Lights by DelightFULL

Pair of Brubeck Wall Lights by DelightFULL

By Delightfull

Located in Cork, IE

designed and manufactured by DelightFULL in Portugal. In a fresh reinterpretation of mid-century lighting

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Bertil Brisborg Model "31915" Table Lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s
Bertil Brisborg Model "31915" Table Lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s

Bertil Brisborg Model "31915" Table Lamp for Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1940s

By Bertil Brisborg, Nordiska Kompaniet

Located in Utrecht, NL

Bertil Brisborg was a central figure in Swedish lighting design during the mid-20th century

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1960s German Kinkeldey Prism Geometric Crystal Glass Wall Lights Sconces
Pair of 1960s German Kinkeldey Prism Geometric Crystal Glass Wall Lights Sconces

Pair of 1960s German Kinkeldey Prism Geometric Crystal Glass Wall Lights Sconces

By Kinkeldey

Located in London, England

the glamorous mid-century lighting produced in Germany during the period and reflects Kinkeldey’s

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

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Chrome

Lars Bessfelt Floor Lamp.
Lars Bessfelt Floor Lamp.

Lars Bessfelt Floor Lamp.

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Čelinac, BA

Lars Bessfelt Floor Lamp 1970s

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Circa 1970s English Crystal Block Table Lamp
Circa 1970s English Crystal Block Table Lamp

Circa 1970s English Crystal Block Table Lamp

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

period 18th and 19th century English and Country French furniture, fine art, silver, porcelain, lighting

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Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Stilux Asymmetrical Table Lamp with Metal Base, Italy 1970s
Stilux Asymmetrical Table Lamp with Metal Base, Italy 1970s

Stilux Asymmetrical Table Lamp with Metal Base, Italy 1970s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Italian designers and manufacturers were true pioneers of mid-century lighting, creating never

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Max Ingrand 2213 sconces by Fontana Arte Italy 1960
Max Ingrand 2213 sconces by Fontana Arte Italy 1960

Max Ingrand 2213 sconces by Fontana Arte Italy 1960

By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

statement, honoring the timeless elegance of Italian mid-century lighting. Their refined palette, premium

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

Materials

Brass

Model "2727484" Brass and Leather Floor Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s
Model "2727484" Brass and Leather Floor Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s

Model "2727484" Brass and Leather Floor Lamp by Nordiska Kompaniet, Sweden 1950s

By Nordiska Kompaniet

Located in Utrecht, NL

timeless and comforting. Swedish mid-century lighting models endure in popularity thanks to the emphasis on

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces /Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal
XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces /Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal

XL Italian Mushroom Flush Mount / Sconces /Table Lamp in Opaline Glass and Metal

Located in Almelo, NL

, interior designers, and design enthusiasts seeking original mid-century lighting with bold presence and

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

Materials

Metal

Brass and Leather Table Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden 1960s
Brass and Leather Table Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden 1960s

Brass and Leather Table Lamp by Falkenbergs Belysning, Sweden 1960s

By Falkenbergs Belysning

Located in Utrecht, NL

designers excelled in this as well, creating many of the most well-known silhouettes of mid-century lighting

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass L484
Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass L484

Pair of 1950s Italian Wall Sconces in Brass and Opaline Glass L484

Located in Rome, IT

-preserved mid-century lighting. The black lacquered metal elements remain well preserved and provide a quiet

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

Materials

Brass

Large set Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s
Large set Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s

Large set Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

, the pendant can be disassembled for easy transport. By opting for used mid-century lighting, you make

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

Materials

Brass

Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s
Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s

Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

disassembled for easy transport. By opting for used mid-century lighting, you make a responsible and eco

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

Materials

Brass

Large set XL Midcentury-Modern  Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s
Large set XL Midcentury-Modern  Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s

Large set XL Midcentury-Modern Brass and Pattern Glass Pendants, Prague 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

, the pendant can be disassembled for easy transport. By opting for used mid-century lighting, you make

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

Materials

Brass

Midcentury-Modern XL  Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s
Midcentury-Modern XL  Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s

Midcentury-Modern XL Brass and Pattern Glass Pendant, Prague 1960s

By Kaiser Leuchten

Located in Almelo, NL

disassembled for easy transport. By opting for used mid-century lighting, you make a responsible and eco

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

Materials

Brass

Black floor lamp with adjustable lights, 1960s
Black floor lamp with adjustable lights, 1960s

Black floor lamp with adjustable lights, 1960s

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Black floor lamp with adjustable lights, 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Floor lamp with parchment hat, Italian manufacture, 1950s
Floor lamp with parchment hat, Italian manufacture, 1950s

Floor lamp with parchment hat, Italian manufacture, 1950s

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Floor lamp with parchment hat, Italian manufacture, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pendant Model P415 Painted Yellow By Bent Karlby For Lyfa From 1960s
Pendant Model P415 Painted Yellow By Bent Karlby For Lyfa From 1960s

Pendant Model P415 Painted Yellow By Bent Karlby For Lyfa From 1960s

By Lyfa, Bent Karlby

Located in Lejre, DK

, is a prime example of mid-century lighting design that continues to captivate with its vibrant color

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Steel and glass floor lamp
Steel and glass floor lamp

Steel and glass floor lamp

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Condition:Good Materials:Glass, Metal Epoch:1960

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Set of 3 Large Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1960s
Set of 3 Large Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1960s

Set of 3 Large Pendants in Seguso Glass by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1960s

By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce, Archimede Seguso

Located in Roma, IT

vision and the excellence of Italian mid-century lighting design. Ideal for both contemporary interiors

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

Materials

Brass

Falkenbergs Belysning Brass and Leather Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s
Falkenbergs Belysning Brass and Leather Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

Falkenbergs Belysning Brass and Leather Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

By Falkenbergs Belysning

Located in Utrecht, NL

designers excelled in this as well, creating many of the most well-known silhouettes of midcentury lighting

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Opal Glass and Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Brass Details, Europe 1950s
Opal Glass and Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Brass Details, Europe 1950s

Opal Glass and Lacquered Metal Chandelier with Brass Details, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

contemporary. This model truly exemplifies the aesthetic of European mid-century lighting design, favouring

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Opal, Metal, Brass

Set of two small metal bedside lamps, 1950s
Set of two small metal bedside lamps, 1950s

Set of two small metal bedside lamps, 1950s

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Pair of bedside lamps, anonymous, Italy, circa 1950, painted metal, unmarked, characterized by an illuminating body enclosed by a rotating metal cap that allows the intensity and dir...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Murano Glass Pendant light designed by Carlo Nason 1970s Italy
Murano Glass Pendant light designed by Carlo Nason 1970s Italy

Murano Glass Pendant light designed by Carlo Nason 1970s Italy

By Carlo Nason

Located in Palermo, PA

Italian mid-century lighting design, combining sculptural elegance with the refined craftsmanship for

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

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Pair of Rare Table Lamps, Model B-142 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
Pair of Rare Table Lamps, Model B-142 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

Pair of Rare Table Lamps, Model B-142 by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

AB, in Markaryd, which became a significant name in the mid-century lighting industry. His work

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Lamp Production Helo leuchten, Cristian Dell 1950s
Lamp Production Helo leuchten, Cristian Dell 1950s

Lamp Production Helo leuchten, Cristian Dell 1950s

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

condition: Good - Signs of Time Materials: Metal, Brass Époque : 1950 Measurements: 46x37x33 cm

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Model K5-25 Brass & Textile Flush Mount by Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s
Large Model K5-25 Brass & Textile Flush Mount by Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s

Large Model K5-25 Brass & Textile Flush Mount by Idman Oy, Finland, 1950s

By Idman Oy

Located in Karis, Nyland

high-quality materials and craftsmanship characteristic of Finnish mid-century lighting. Details

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Multi-Directional Chrome Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting
Multi-Directional Chrome Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

Multi-Directional Chrome Floor Lamp by Casella Lighting

By Casella Lighting

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant multi-Directional floor lamp by Casella Lighting of San Francisco. The main lamp pole moves

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s
Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

Ceiling Lamp in Brass and Glass by Hans-Agne Jakobsson, 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

-century lighting design. The lamp exemplifies Jakobsson’s mastery of combining materials and form to

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

‘Foglio’ Wall Lights by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1966 – Set of Four
‘Foglio’ Wall Lights by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1966 – Set of Four

‘Foglio’ Wall Lights by Tobia Scarpa for Flos, 1966 – Set of Four

By Tobia Scarpa

Located in Almelo, NL

. A defining piece of Italian mid-century lighting design, the Foglio sconce blends geometric

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

Materials

Steel

Maison Lunel French Midcentury Wall Lights Pair 1950s
Maison Lunel French Midcentury Wall Lights Pair 1950s

Maison Lunel French Midcentury Wall Lights Pair 1950s

By Maison Lunel

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

favorite among collectors of French mid-century lighting. Measurements: Height: 19.3 in (49 cm) Width: 10

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

Materials

Brass

Jean-Pierre Ryckaert Large Midcentury Clock Lamp, circa 1950
Jean-Pierre Ryckaert Large Midcentury Clock Lamp, circa 1950

Jean-Pierre Ryckaert Large Midcentury Clock Lamp, circa 1950

By Jean-Pierre Ryckaert

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Large French Mid-Century Clock Lamp by Jean-Pierre Ryckaert, Paris, circa 1950. This striking

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

HETTIER-VINCENT French Art Deco Butterfly Pendant Ceiling-Light 1920
HETTIER-VINCENT French Art Deco Butterfly Pendant Ceiling-Light 1920

HETTIER-VINCENT French Art Deco Butterfly Pendant Ceiling-Light 1920

By Hettier & Vincent

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

for connoisseurs of French mid-century lighting and decorative arts.

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Wrought Iron

Model "P165" Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp by LYFA, Denmark 1940s
Model "P165" Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp by LYFA, Denmark 1940s

Model "P165" Brass and Glass Ceiling Lamp by LYFA, Denmark 1940s

By Lyfa

Located in Utrecht, NL

focus to remain on the glass. Like most mid-century lighting designs, this model is also dominated by

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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Five-Armed Brass Chandelier with Floral Details, Europe 1950s
Five-Armed Brass Chandelier with Floral Details, Europe 1950s

Five-Armed Brass Chandelier with Floral Details, Europe 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

-century modern design and European elegance, where functional lighting merges with sculptural beauty. The

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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Tripod Floor Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (Attr.), Denmark ca 1960s
Tripod Floor Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (Attr.), Denmark ca 1960s

Tripod Floor Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen (Attr.), Denmark ca 1960s

By Svend Aage Holm Sørensen

Located in Utrecht, NL

, standing as a testament to the enduring refinement of Danish mid-century lighting design. Condition: In

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "G93" Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden 1950s
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "G93" Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden 1950s

Hans-Agne Jakobsson Model "G93" Brass Floor Lamp, Sweden 1950s

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson

Located in Utrecht, NL

Swedish mid-century design, where interior lighting is of particular importance, Hans-Agne Jakobsson

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Italian Chandelier in Brass & Amber-Gold Opaline Glass, 1970s 12x
Sculptural Italian Chandelier in Brass & Amber-Gold Opaline Glass, 1970s 12x

Sculptural Italian Chandelier in Brass & Amber-Gold Opaline Glass, 1970s 12x

Located in Almelo, NL

refined example of mid-century lighting design. Crafted in Italy with exceptional attention to detail, it

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

Materials

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.