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Mid-Century Modern Lighting

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

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.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
1950s Italian Curved Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces
1950s Italian Curved Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces

1950s Italian Curved Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces

$3,480 / set

1950s Italian Curved Brass and Opaline Glass Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, defined by a light and organic composition that combines brass and opaline glass. Each sconce features a circular brass wall pl...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

$3,200 / set

1950s Italian Brass, Green Lacquered Metal and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Elegant pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by a refined and sculptural silhouette. Each sconce features a gently curved arm in brass with a darkened patina, ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s
beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

$720

beautiful Murano Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light, Italy, 1970s

By Murano Glass Sommerso

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An elegant 1970s Murano glass flush mount handcrafted in Italy. The fixture features beautifully textured, hand-blown Murano glass resting on a white lacquered metal base, creating a...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

1950s Italian Brass and Red Lacquered Chandelier with Opaline Glass
1950s Italian Brass and Red Lacquered Chandelier with Opaline Glass

1950s Italian Brass and Red Lacquered Chandelier with Opaline Glass

$3,800

1950s Italian Brass and Red Lacquered Chandelier with Opaline Glass

Located in Rome, IT

Italian mid-century pendant chandelier from the 1950s, characterized by a light and geometric structure that combines slender brass rods with red lacquered metal elements. The fixtur...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, 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

$2,480 / set

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

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s characterized by a compact and balanced mid-century design. Each fixture is composed of a round brass wall plate measuring 10 cm in diamet...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s
Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

$2,484 / set

Austrian Mid-Century Pair of "Citrus" Murano Glass Wall Sconces by Kalmar, 1970s

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Beauty and stunning Austrian Mid-Century "Kalmar" Wall Sconces, model "Citrus" 4663/2. These Sconces were designed and manufactured during the 1970s in Austria by Kalmar Franken KG. ...

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1970s Austrian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

French Mid-Century Opaline Glass Pendant Light, Brass Fitting
French Mid-Century Opaline Glass Pendant Light, Brass Fitting

French Mid-Century Opaline Glass Pendant Light, Brass Fitting

$281

French Mid-Century Opaline Glass Pendant Light, Brass Fitting

Located in Amsterdam, NL

French white opaline glass pendant lights with clear green glass edge 2 meter black cotton flex Weight 0.60 kg / 1.3 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitabl...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Cute Petite Ceramic Shade Pendant Light, Italy 1960s
Cute Petite Ceramic Shade Pendant Light, Italy 1960s

Cute Petite Ceramic Shade Pendant Light, Italy 1960s

$420

Cute Petite Ceramic Shade Pendant Light, Italy 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Petite ceramic pendant light. Made in Italy, circa 1960s by a ceramic Company. The combination of the brass, white cord and a cream colored ceramic shade makes the pendant lamp a gem...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - smoked glass tube
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - smoked glass tube

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - smoked glass tube

$4,592

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - smoked glass tube

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large smoked glass tube. Weight about 60 kg. Period: ...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

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

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

$2,480 / set

Pair of 1950s Italian Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, crafted in brass with opaline glass diffusers. The design is simple and well balanced, combining a gently curved brass arm with a softly ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion
Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

$6,917 / item

Mid-Century Modern Silk Wall-Lamp with a Pulley Shanghai, Re Edtion

By Woka Lamps

Located in Vienna, AT

Extraordinary wall-lamp with a pulley, measures up to the clients request. Comes as well with no pulley. Different kind of shades are available Most components according to the UL ...

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2010s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Lacquer and Opaline glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Lacquer and Opaline glass

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Lacquer and Opaline glass

$2,700 / set

1950s Italian Mid-Century Wall Sconces in Brass, Black Lacquer and Opaline glass

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s defined by a refined mid-century composition combining brass, black lacquered metal, and opaline glass. Each fixture is structured around ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 green GLASSES - Mid-century modern
Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 green GLASSES - Mid-century modern

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 green GLASSES - Mid-century modern

$2,825

Three-Tier Murano Glass Tube Chandelier - 48 green GLASSES - Mid-century modern

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large green glass tubes in a star shape. The glasses have a beauti...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Blown Glass

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp After Isamu Noguchi
Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp After Isamu Noguchi

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp After Isamu Noguchi

$1,458Sale Price|30% Off

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp After Isamu Noguchi

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Barcelona, ES

Mid Century Modern Paper Lamp After Isamu Noguchi By unknown manufacturer, circa 1990. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Paper

Mid-Century Light Amber Glass Sconce Flush Mounts
Mid-Century Light Amber Glass Sconce Flush Mounts

Mid-Century Light Amber Glass Sconce Flush Mounts

$304

Mid-Century Light Amber Glass Sconce Flush Mounts

By WILA

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with light amber clear glass. 1960-1970 Weight: 2.00 kg / 4.4 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by inte...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame
Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

$2,001

Fine Venetian Murano Pendant Light Mouth Blown Blue Color Smoked Glass in Frame

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautiful Sapphire color and practical size Italian fixture with mouth blown glass in a metal frame. If you are looking for a rare and stylish Murano light fixture to grace your ho...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Iron

Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Multicolored Triedri
Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Multicolored Triedri

Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Multicolored Triedri

$847 / set

Pair of Vintage Murano Wall Sconce, 9 Multicolored Triedri

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 9 Murano multicolored crystal prism (triedri) for each applique in a chrome metal frame. Period: late XX century Dimensions: 12...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model
Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

$1,530 / set

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier - 24 glasses - "Bubbles" Model

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Vintage Italian Murano chandelier in Vistosi style. The structure is composed of a series of glass squares with raised glass hemispheres at their centers, arranged in a geometric pa...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 acid-etched alabaster glass discs
Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 acid-etched alabaster glass discs

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 acid-etched alabaster glass discs

$635 / set

Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 acid-etched alabaster glass discs

By Vistosi

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 6 acid-etched alabaster glass discs. Bronze/gold painted metal frame. Period: late 20th century Dimensio...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Mazzega wall lighting Glass Murano gold incrustation pair , Italy, 1970
Mazzega wall lighting Glass Murano gold incrustation pair , Italy, 1970

Mazzega wall lighting Glass Murano gold incrustation pair , Italy, 1970

$803Sale Price / set|35% Off

Mazzega wall lighting Glass Murano gold incrustation pair , Italy, 1970

By Mazzega

Located in La xara, VC

Superb Mazzega wall lighting glass Murano with structure. The Design and the quality of the glass make this piece the best of the Italian Design. Mazzega is an Italian company that ...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Murano Glass

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s
Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

$1,177

Midcentury French Riviera Rattan and Wicker Chandelier, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury beautiful hand-crafted chandelier in rattan and wicker with chain with round rattan links which can be shortened to adjust it to the desired height. Made in Italy in the ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Bamboo, Wicker, Straw, Rattan

Italian Mid-Century Set of Four Amber Murano Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s
Italian Mid-Century Set of Four Amber Murano Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

Italian Mid-Century Set of Four Amber Murano Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

$8,083 / set

Italian Mid-Century Set of Four Amber Murano Wall Sconces by Mazzega, 1970s

By Mazzega 1946, AVMazzega, Mazzega

Located in Badajoz, Badajoz

Gorgeous and stunning Set of Four Italian Murano glass Wall Sconces from 1970s. These fixtures were made during the 1970s in Italy by Mazzega. Each sconce is equipped with 2 light so...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Palwa wall lamp by Ernest Palm, 1960, Spain
Palwa wall lamp by Ernest Palm, 1960, Spain

Palwa wall lamp by Ernest Palm, 1960, Spain

$883

Palwa wall lamp by Ernest Palm, 1960, Spain

By Ernest Palme

Located in BARCELONA, ES

Rare palwa wall light designed by ernest palm and produced in the 60s in barcelona. Brass structure composed of cut crystals in perfect condition. Rare design object that will illumi...

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1960s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Set of Mid-Century modern brass Wall Lamps in the Shape of a Tulip, 1950s
Set of Mid-Century modern brass Wall Lamps in the Shape of a Tulip, 1950s

Set of Mid-Century modern brass Wall Lamps in the Shape of a Tulip, 1950s

$989 / set

Set of Mid-Century modern brass Wall Lamps in the Shape of a Tulip, 1950s

Located in Hannover, DE

We are so excited to tell you about this amazing set of two mid-century modern wall lights that we have just found! The way these mirror-image wall lights have been crafted and desig...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Modell 2133 Ceiling Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1972
Modell 2133 Ceiling Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1972

Modell 2133 Ceiling Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1972

$1,177

Modell 2133 Ceiling Lamp by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce, 1972

By Gino Sarfatti, Arteluce

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This stunning Model 2133 pendant light duo by Gino Sarfatti for Arteluce (1972). It is a masterful study in minimalist design—a fluted white lacquered aluminum disc, suspended effort...

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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Ceramic Wall Lamp
Ceramic Wall Lamp

Ceramic Wall Lamp

$741

Ceramic Wall Lamp

By Fog and Morup, Kaiser Leuchten, Ateljé Lyktan, Goebel Company

Located in München, DE

Very nice ceramic lamp from the 1960s. Wonderful design and finish. The lamp with the hand painted glaze is a real eye-catcher. Condition: Very good vintage condition with sl...

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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal

Pair of Hexagonal Brass Beveled Glass Chandeliers After Adolf Loos, Italy 1950s
Pair of Hexagonal Brass Beveled Glass Chandeliers After Adolf Loos, Italy 1950s

Pair of Hexagonal Brass Beveled Glass Chandeliers After Adolf Loos, Italy 1950s

$2,590 / set

Pair of Hexagonal Brass Beveled Glass Chandeliers After Adolf Loos, Italy 1950s

By Adolf Loos

Located in Roma, IT

Marvelous pair of hexagonal pendant lights in solid brass and bevelled glasses. This elegant and distinctive pair was designed in Italy during the 1950s, inspired by the work of Adol...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass, Metal

Swedish Opaline Glass & Brass Caged Lantern Pendant, 1950s
Swedish Opaline Glass & Brass Caged Lantern Pendant, 1950s

Swedish Opaline Glass & Brass Caged Lantern Pendant, 1950s

$1,000

Swedish Opaline Glass & Brass Caged Lantern Pendant, 1950s

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

This mid-century pendant was designed and manufactured in Sweden in the 1950s. The light features a lantern-style pendant with a white opaline glass shade enclosed within a polished...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Quadriedri Murano Chandelier, 47 Multicolored Prisms
Quadriedri Murano Chandelier, 47 Multicolored Prisms

Quadriedri Murano Chandelier, 47 Multicolored Prisms

$1,683

Quadriedri Murano Chandelier, 47 Multicolored Prisms

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic vintage Murano chandelier made by 47 Murano multicolored crystal prism "quadriedri" in a nickel metal frame. The glass are in 2 different dimension: 28 bigger and 19 smalle...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

1990s Gorgeous "Aquarium" Floor Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli
1990s Gorgeous "Aquarium" Floor Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli

1990s Gorgeous "Aquarium" Floor Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli

$1,900

1990s Gorgeous "Aquarium" Floor Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonangeli

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Piero Fornasetti "Aquarium" Floor Lamp for Antonangeli The "Aquarium" floor lamp, is a rare collaboration between the legendary Piero Fornasetti and Antonangeli. Produced in th...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Plastic

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA
1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Sciolari Waterfall 7 arms Brass Chandelier for Lightolier , USA

By Lightolier, Gaetano Sciolari

Located in St- Leonard, Quebec

Waterfall 7 arms chandelier by Gaetano Sciolari for Lightolier , USA. 260 optical quality glass rods hanging from a thick and solid brass structure . Contain 7 regular E26 Edison...

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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s
Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

$3,414

Scalloped Flower Ceiling Light Fixture in Gilt Iron, France 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Scalloped Flower Shaped Flush Mount Light Fixture in Wrought Gilt Iron France, 1930s-1940s. Sculptural ceiling light fixture with scalloped dome spherical plate, gilt iron, gold leaf. __________________________________________________________________________ This exquisite flower or shell style handmade flush mount light was crafted from iron. This stunning ceiling flush mount was nicely constructed featuring a shell like gilt iron semi-sphere finished in gold leaf. The central sphere is heavily hand-hammered with stripes and it shows its original gold leaf gilding with a dramatic aged patina. This piece was entirely made by hand and shows a nice hand-crafted metalwork. The central panel is heavily adorned by the hammer marks. Its design combines Art Deco inspiration and Hollywood Regency accents. It can be placed as a flush mount or as a pendant hanging from a chain at the desired height. Designed to blend timeless elegance with artisanal craftsmanship. The shell or flower like design reflects soft ambient light beautifully, making it perfect for living room, dining room, hallways or bedrooms. It will be a nice addition wherever you install it. Newly wired. Overall Measures: 31 cm diameter x 8 cm H Shell Dome Light Fixture...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Italian Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
Italian Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Italian Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

$3,400 / set

Italian Mid-Century Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

A refined pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, characterized by a clean and well-balanced composition combining brass and opaline glass. Each sconce features a circular brass...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Metal, Brass

Pair of vintage Murano Rondini wall sconces – gold glass petals
Pair of vintage Murano Rondini wall sconces – gold glass petals

Pair of vintage Murano Rondini wall sconces – gold glass petals

$918 / set

Pair of vintage Murano Rondini wall sconces – gold glass petals

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 6 Murano trasparent RONDINI glasses mixed with gold powder , golden plated metal frame, condition like new. The glasses are very...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

$4,592

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier - 80 glasses - green alabaster glass

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 80 large green alabaster glass tube. The alabaster techni...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Blown Glass

1950s Italian Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces
1950s Italian Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

1950s Italian Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

$5,700 / set

1950s Italian Stilnovo Brass and Opaline Glass Wall Sconces

Located in Rome, IT

Pair of Italian wall sconces from the 1950s, attributed to Stilnovo, crafted in brass with black lacquered brass accents and opaline glass diffusers. The design reflects the refined ...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Exclusive Sputnik Crystal Glass Wall Sconces Peill & Putzler
Set of 2 Exclusive Sputnik Crystal Glass Wall Sconces Peill & Putzler

Set of 2 Exclusive Sputnik Crystal Glass Wall Sconces Peill & Putzler

$2,237 / set

Set of 2 Exclusive Sputnik Crystal Glass Wall Sconces Peill & Putzler

By Peill & Putzler

Located in Aachen, NRW

Set of 2 Exclusive Sputnik crystal glass wall sconces by Peil & Putzler, Germany, 1970s Wonderful light effect. Extremely rare! High quality and in very good condition. Cleaned...

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1970s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Aluminum

Barovier Floral Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s
Barovier Floral Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

Barovier Floral Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

$1,118

Barovier Floral Murano Glass and Brass Chandelier, Italy, 1940s

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Roma, IT

Delightful flower-shaped chandelier in Murano mouth-blown glass and brass. This wonderful and unique piece was produced by the mastery of Barovier in Murano, Italy, during the late 1...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Beautiful large 1960s brass and glass tulip ceiling lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson
Beautiful large 1960s brass and glass tulip ceiling lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson

Beautiful large 1960s brass and glass tulip ceiling lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson

$4,062

Beautiful large 1960s brass and glass tulip ceiling lamp by Hans Agne Jakobsson

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, AB Markaryd

Located in München, DE

Wunderschöner 1960er Metall und Messing Deckenlampe mit 12 Armen. Design von Hans Agne Jakobsson. Hersteller Markaryd. Made in Sweden. Das Gestell ist aus Metall in weiß lackiert. D...

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1960s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal, Brass

Expertly Restored- Lynn Lawrence Carved Biomorphic Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA
Expertly Restored- Lynn Lawrence Carved Biomorphic Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA

Expertly Restored- Lynn Lawrence Carved Biomorphic Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA

$3,895

Expertly Restored- Lynn Lawrence Carved Biomorphic Floor Lamp for Modeline of CA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designed by Lynn Lawrence for Modeline of California, this carved biomorphic floor lamp feels less like décor and more like a sculptural art object you get to live with every day. Ha...

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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Wood, Ash, Walnut

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

$2,800

Swedish Designer, Chandelier, Brass, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and white fabric chandelier designed and produced in Sweden, 1950s. Minor oxidation to brass consistent with age and use. Overall Dimensions (inches): 26.0"H x 20.5"D Stem...

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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Very Large Leather and Vellum Italian Chandelier, Max Ingrand, Italy 1940s
Very Large Leather and Vellum Italian Chandelier, Max Ingrand, Italy 1940s

Very Large Leather and Vellum Italian Chandelier, Max Ingrand, Italy 1940s

$6,593

Very Large Leather and Vellum Italian Chandelier, Max Ingrand, Italy 1940s

By Max Ingrand

Located in Roma, IT

Majestic and unique large chandelier made in a charming combination of parchment and hand-stitched leather, completed by a rope cord and wooden canopy. This fantastic piece was produ...

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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Leather, Rope

Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp Model 51143 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, Finland 1950s
Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp Model 51143 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, Finland 1950s

Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp Model 51143 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, Finland 1950s

$7,300

Mid-Century Ceiling Lamp Model 51143 in Brass & Rattan, Idman, Finland 1950s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

Beautiful Mid-century ceiling pendant model 51143 manufactured by Idman, the leading lamp manufacturer in Finland in the 1950s. The lamp features 5 brass arms for light topped with r...

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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Sconces Wall Lamps by WILA, Metal Base with Clear Glass, 1960-1970
Mid-Century Sconces Wall Lamps by WILA, Metal Base with Clear Glass, 1960-1970

Mid-Century Sconces Wall Lamps by WILA, Metal Base with Clear Glass, 1960-1970

$434 / item

Mid-Century Sconces Wall Lamps by WILA, Metal Base with Clear Glass, 1960-1970

By WILA

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Mid-Century Wall or Ceiling Lamp. Metal base with clear glass. 1960-1970 2x E27 / E26 Weight: 3.00 kg / 6.6 lb Priced per individual item. All lamps have been made suitable by in...

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

1970’s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 10 Pink Glasses
1970’s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 10 Pink Glasses

1970’s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 10 Pink Glasses

$989 / set

1970’s Pair of Vintage Italian Murano Wall Lights, 10 Pink Glasses

By Mazzega

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 10 fantastic Murano pink and transparent glasses ("crostoli") in a metal frame. Period: late XX century D...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Art Glass

1950s Clear blown glass Italian design lantern light by Seguso Vetri D’Arte
1950s Clear blown glass Italian design lantern light by Seguso Vetri D’Arte

1950s Clear blown glass Italian design lantern light by Seguso Vetri D’Arte

$5,142

1950s Clear blown glass Italian design lantern light by Seguso Vetri D’Arte

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in London, GB

1950s Clear blown glass Italian design lantern light by Seguso Vetri D’Arte Opaline frosted, clear blown glass with upwards and downward blown glass leaves decor. The light bulbs a...

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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Blown Glass

vintage Palmette wall Light
vintage Palmette wall Light

vintage Palmette wall Light

$847 / set

vintage Palmette wall Light

By Barovier

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Luxury and GENUINE Murano Glass pair of applique. 100% HAND MADE IN MURANO. The appliques are made by 9 Murano handmade palmette glass, for each one, in a Solid metal frame gold pain...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Art Glass

Gerben van Hes Ceramic Table Lamp, Twentsch Ros, Netherlands, 1960s
Gerben van Hes Ceramic Table Lamp, Twentsch Ros, Netherlands, 1960s

Gerben van Hes Ceramic Table Lamp, Twentsch Ros, Netherlands, 1960s

$1,766

Gerben van Hes Ceramic Table Lamp, Twentsch Ros, Netherlands, 1960s

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare table lamp was designed by Gerben van Hes and made in his own studio 'Twentsch Ros’ in the Netherlands in the 1960s. The base is signed/inscribed with Hes on the underside....

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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel — France, circa 1970, era Ruelland, Jouve
Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel — France, circa 1970, era Ruelland, Jouve

Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel — France, circa 1970, era Ruelland, Jouve

$941

Ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel — France, circa 1970, era Ruelland, Jouve

By Roland Zobel

Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR

Pink ceramic Table Lamp by Roland Zobel — Atelier des Cyclades, France, circa 1970 - Era Ruelland Elegant ceramic table lamp by French ceramist Roland Zobel, from the Atelier des C...

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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Ceramic

Mid Century Modern Plaster Faux Bois Tree Floor Lamp
Mid Century Modern Plaster Faux Bois Tree Floor Lamp

Mid Century Modern Plaster Faux Bois Tree Floor Lamp

$1,400

Mid Century Modern Plaster Faux Bois Tree Floor Lamp

By Diego Giacometti, John Dickinson

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Mid Century Modern faux bois tree-form floor lamp in the style of John Dickenson and Giacometti. This organic sculptural branch and leaf lamp features a cream tone textural plaster ...

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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

Materials

Metal

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk
Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

$5,180

Huge Vintage Murano Glass Tiered Chandelier, 78 Glasses, Pink Fuxia Silk

By Venini

Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT

Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel plated metal structure on 4 levels. The armor polished nickel supports 78 large pink fuxia silk glass tubes in a star shape. Per...

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Blown Glass

Ufo Design Brass Body & Printed Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy
Ufo Design Brass Body & Printed Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Ufo Design Brass Body & Printed Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

$1,707

Ufo Design Brass Body & Printed Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy

Located in Hagenbach, DE

Ufo Design Brass Body & Printed Glass Large Ceiling Lamp, 1950s, Italy **Handcrafted brass ornate frame, hanging stick and top-down details. Lampshade is in good condition and very ...

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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lighting

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Brass

Mid-century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern lighting for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage lighting created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include lighting, decorative objects, serveware, ceramics, silver and glass and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, glass and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern lighting made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Germany pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original lighting, popular names associated with this style include Fabio Ltd, J.T. Kalmar, Stilnovo, and Glashütte Limburg. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for lighting differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $60 and tops out at $649,671 while the average work can sell for $2,162.

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