What is ceiling mounted light?

A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.

What is a flush mount ceiling light?

As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.

What is a flush ceiling light?

A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.

What are the lights called that are in the ceiling?

The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.

What is a pier mount light?

In simple terms, a pier mount light is that which is used on pier mounts in front of your home. This light was created so that it could be mounted on a pier. They are also called column-mounted lights. Shop a range of antique and vintage pier mounted lights on 1stDibs.

What is a flush mount light?

A flush mount light is a type of light that is situated directly against a ceiling. This type of lighting shines directly downward and illuminates the room below.

What is flush mount lighting?

A flush mount light is generally a dome-shaped light fixture that is mounted flush with the ceiling.

What are those circle ceiling lights called?

Circle ceiling lights are called recessed light fixtures. In most spaces, they provide ambient light by focusing illumination down onto the room below. Shop a range of ceiling lights from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the best lighting for low ceilings?

The best lighting depends on your space and style. It’s best to have multiple sources of light at different heights to ensure uniform illumination. With low ceilings, the ceilings should be painted white for a highly reflective surface. Flush mount lighting fixtures or a ceiling fan with a light is good for low ceilings. Shop a range of antique and vintage lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.

What is the best lighting for a kitchen ceiling?

The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.

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Orange Flush Light

German Bubble Light

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FLATSPOT 6 - SURFACE MOUNTED XOB LED - lacquered Cedar Brown

$650 / item

FLATSPOT 6 - SURFACE MOUNTED XOB LED - lacquered Cedar Brown

By Tekna

Located in New York, NY

Surface mounted directional light. Ceiling plate with spot light, axial adjustable from 0° to 90° - directional from 0° to 350°.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1960s

$1,083Sale Price|20% Off

German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1960s

By Hillebrand

Located in Berlin, DE

Murano glass ceiling light/flush mount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 2.

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Light, Multicolor Triedro — Giovanni Dalla Fina

$40,620Sale Price|20% Off

Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Light, Multicolor Triedro — Giovanni Dalla Fina

Located in Villaverla, IT

Italian Murano glass flush mount ceiling light demonstrates striking contemporary Venetian geometric lighting design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

Materials

Chrome

Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Floral Graniglia, 1990s

$12,976

Italian Murano Glass Flush Mount Chandelier, Floral Graniglia, 1990s

Located in Villaverla, IT

Italian Murano glass multi-light flush mount ceiling luminaire crafted during the nineteen nineties showcases organic, botanical Venetian lighting design.

Category

1990s Italian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold

Vintage Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Flush Mount

$400

Vintage Gilt Metal and Cut Glass Flush Mount

Located in Bastogne, BE

Mid-Century Modern polished metal rim with a cut glass shade flush mount light FIXTURE. The ceiling lamp is a real example of high-quality, beautiful and durable lighting.

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Italian Midcentury "Magic Eye" Murano Glass Flush Mount by Venini, 1970s

$1,692 / item

Italian Midcentury "Magic Eye" Murano Glass Flush Mount by Venini, 1970s

By Paolo Venini

Located in Morazzone, Varese

Italian Midcentury "Magic Eye" Murano Glass Flush Mount by Venini, 1970s Large ceiling light with large white stripes and a large central len made of sparkling clear Murano glass.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

1 of 2 Brass and Glass Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy

$1,692 / item

1 of 2 Brass and Glass Flush Mounts, 1960s, Italy

By Artemide

Located in Hagenbach, DE

One of two brass and glass flush mounts, Italy, 1960s. This elegant ceiling light features a round brass frame with a softly domed glass diffuser, decorated with a fine radial ribbed...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

1960s Mid-Century Modern Orange and blue Ceiling Light By Nason for Mazzega

$1,466

1960s Mid-Century Modern Orange and blue Ceiling Light By Nason for Mazzega

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This rare 1960s Mid-Century Modern flush mount ceiling light also usable as a wall sconce is a stunning collaboration between the master glasswork of Carlo Nason and the prestigious ...

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Large German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1960s

$2,256

Large German Vintage Textured Murano Glass Flush Mount, 1960s

By Hillebrand

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful blown Murano glass ceiling light/flush mount. Germany, 1960s. Lamp sockets: 5

Category

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

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Sun Mid-Century Brass Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, Austria, 1950s

$2,600

J.T. Kalmar Sun Mid-Century Brass Chandelier Ceiling Lamp, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

A beautiful Mid-Century modernist brass chandelier / ceiling Light / flush mount from the 1950s, model „Sonne“ (sun), executed by Kalmar Vienna.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Wonderful 3 Large French Bronze Starburst Glass Flush Mount Plafoniere Fixtures

$2,650 / item

Wonderful 3 Large French Bronze Starburst Glass Flush Mount Plafoniere Fixtures

By Vaughan Designs, Sherle Wagner

Located in Roslyn, NY

A Wonderful Set Of 3 Large French Dore Bronze Flush Mount Plafoniere Ceiling Light Fixture With A Starburst Frosted Ribbed Glass Shade In The Manner And Style Of Sherle Wagner / Vaug...

Category

20th Century French Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

Rare Fine French 1950s Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Leleu

$12,000

Rare Fine French 1950s Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Leleu

By Martin et Guenier, Jules Leleu

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jules Leleu (1883 – 1961) - A fine French Mid-Century ceiling light mounted on a round brass frame, which holds a frosted glass diffuser and twisted cane-shaped acrylic ornaments.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

Mazzega Flush Mount gold Glass Murano chrome 52 cm, Italy, 1980

$1,014

Mazzega Flush Mount gold Glass Murano chrome 52 cm, Italy, 1980

By Mazzega, AVMazzega

Located in La xara, VC

Ambient Lighting: The wall-mounted design of the ceiling light Vintage model provides ambient lighting that adds warmth and atmosphere to a room.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Plate

Fine French 1950s Glass and Brass Flush Mount/ Sconce by Jean Perzel

$2,800

Fine French 1950s Glass and Brass Flush Mount/ Sconce by Jean Perzel

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Long Island City, NY

Atelier Jean Perzel - A fine French Art Deco flush mount ceiling fixture or wall light with a fluted round and frosted glass shade supported by a brass mount.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Brass

Limburg Pair Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mounts 1970

$3,610 / set

Limburg Pair Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mounts 1970

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of two pairs of large vintage Industrial style ceiling flush mount light by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1975-1985.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Two Italian Brutalist Glam Textured Glass Flush Mount in Brass-Finished Steel

$2,820 / item

Two Italian Brutalist Glam Textured Glass Flush Mount in Brass-Finished Steel

Located in Antwerp, BE

Can be mounted as a ceiling light or a large wall sconce.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Italian Swirled Murano Glass Flush Mount in the Manner of Vetri, 1970s

$1,200

Italian Swirled Murano Glass Flush Mount in the Manner of Vetri, 1970s

By Vetri

Located in Chicago, IL

Finished with a pale ivory metal mount, this sculptural ceiling light complements an entryway, hallway, or intimate sitting room.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Large Flower Bud Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron

$2,702

Large Flower Bud Light Fixture in Polychromed Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

Overall Measures: 21 cm diameter x 11 cm H // 8,26 in diameter x 4,33 in Height Flower Bud Iron Flush Mount // Hollywood Regency Flower Shaped Ceiling Light Fixture // Gilt Iron ...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Stunning Murano Disc Glass Flush Mount, Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega Style

$1,420

Stunning Murano Disc Glass Flush Mount, Mid-Century Modern Italy Mazzega Style

By Mazzega

Located in Nuernberg, DE

The ceiling light requires 5 European E14 / 110 Volt Candelabra bulbs, each bulb up to 40 watts.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Glashütte Limburg Geometric Flush Mount Lights / Lamps White & Clear Glass 1970s

$1,800 / item

Glashütte Limburg Geometric Flush Mount Lights / Lamps White & Clear Glass 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Vintage, Minimalist German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1 of 6 Limburg Vintage Round Glass Iron Rings Flush Mount Lights Lamps 1960s

$1,579

1 of 6 Limburg Vintage Round Glass Iron Rings Flush Mount Lights Lamps 1960s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a set of six vintage, Mid-Century Modern, circular iron rings and glass flush mount lights, sconces or flushmount ceiling light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, Germany, circa ...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Huge Pair of Limburg Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mount

$3,328 / item

Huge Pair of Limburg Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mount

By Kalmar Lighting, Glashütte Limburg, J.T. Kalmar

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of two extra large vintage Industrial style ceiling flush mount light by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1975-1985.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Sunburst Flower Foliage Light Fixture in Gilt Iron

$2,211Sale Price|20% Off

Sunburst Flower Foliage Light Fixture in Gilt Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

French flower sunburst flush mount, gilt iron, 1950s. This ceiling light features a frame of leaves surrounding a central exposed bulb.

Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Gold Leaf, Metal, Wrought Iron, Iron

Rare Fine French Art Deco Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Jean Perzel

$15,800

Rare Fine French Art Deco Glass and Brass Flush Mount by Jean Perzel

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jean Perzel - A rare ceiling light mounted on a round brass frame, which holds a laminated glass diffuser and a central prismatic glass lens.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

J.T. Kalmar Round Mid-Century Brass Textured Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s

$1,900

J.T. Kalmar Round Mid-Century Brass Textured Glass Flush Mount, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

A stunning modernist flush mount lamp / ceiling light from the 1950s by Kalmar Vienna, Austria.

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

Sunburst Starburst Light Fixure in Bronze Gilt Wrought Iron, 1950

$3,339Sale Price|20% Off

Sunburst Starburst Light Fixure in Bronze Gilt Wrought Iron, 1950

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sunburst Starburst Gilt Iron Light Fixture // Sunburst Flush Mount with Spikes // Sunburst Ceiling Light Fixture // Starburst flush mount.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Fine French Art Deco Glass and Brass Flush Mount/Sconce by Jean Perzel

$3,800

Fine French Art Deco Glass and Brass Flush Mount/Sconce by Jean Perzel

By Atelier Jean Perzel

Located in Long Island City, NY

Jean Perzel - A fine French Art Deco flush mount ceiling fixtures or wall light with a round fluted frosted glass shade supported by three bronze studs.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Bronze

1 of 4 Limburg Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mounts 1970

$1,805 / item

1 of 4 Limburg Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flush Mounts 1970

By Hans-Agne Jakobsson, Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of four large vintage Industrial style ceiling flush mount light by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1975-1985.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Limburg Pair of Smoked Toned Glass and Brass Flush Mount Lights, circa 1975

$2,000 / item

Limburg Pair of Smoked Toned Glass and Brass Flush Mount Lights, circa 1975

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a fantastic pair of minimalist, German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Limburg 1 of 4 Geometric White & Clear Glass 1970s Flush Mount Lights Lamps

$2,031 / item

Limburg 1 of 4 Geometric White & Clear Glass 1970s Flush Mount Lights Lamps

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of four vintage, minimalist German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Sunburst Flower Light Fixture, Gilt Iron and Gold Leaf, Spain

$2,815

Sunburst Flower Light Fixture, Gilt Iron and Gold Leaf, Spain

Located in Barcelona, ES

We invite you to enjoy the whole collection checking "more from this seller". Sunburst Light Fixture // Leaves Sunburst Flush Mount // Gilt Metal Leafed Sunburst Ceiling Light // Sp...

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Moroccan Moorish Star Shape Frosted Glass Lantern Light Shade

$695 / item

Moroccan Moorish Star Shape Frosted Glass Lantern Light Shade

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Could be hard rewired or hang under an existing ceiling light flush mount. Multiple available contact us if you need more than one.Size of the star shade is 16 in. diameter.Body heig...

Category

20th Century Moroccan Islamic Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

1 of 2 Large Geometric Smoked Glass & Brass Flush Mount Lights by Limburg, 1970s

$1,805 / item

1 of 2 Large Geometric Smoked Glass & Brass Flush Mount Lights by Limburg, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a pair of fantastic Minimalist, German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Limburg Pair of Large Vintage Iron Bubble Glass & Brass Flush Mount Wall Lights

$2,711

Limburg Pair of Large Vintage Iron Bubble Glass & Brass Flush Mount Wall Lights

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Glashütte Limburg vintage midcentury pair of minimal, geometric and elegant mouth blown clear glass - with a slight champagne / topaz tone - and polished brass wall or ceiling flush ...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s

$3,949

Turquoise Blue Sunburst Light Fixture with Patterned Milk Glass Lampshade, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Blue Sunburst Ceiling Flush Mount Light Fixture, Milk Glass, Lacquered Wood, Italy, 1950s Eye-catching sunburst ceiling light manufacted at the Mid-20th century Modern period with Sp...

Category

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

Materials

Opaline Glass, Milk Glass, Wood

Limburg 1 of a Pair Geometric White & Clear Glass 1970s Flush Mount Lights Lamps

$1,692 / item

Limburg 1 of a Pair Geometric White & Clear Glass 1970s Flush Mount Lights Lamps

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a pair of vintage, minimalist German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Stilnovo Style White Glass Bubble Flushmount Light, Art Deco, 1940

$790

Stilnovo Style White Glass Bubble Flushmount Light, Art Deco, 1940

By Stilnovo

Located in Vienna, AT

White glass bubble flushmount, Italy, circa 1940 Very elegant ceiling 18.5" fixture. White thick satin glass ceiling light mounted on an enameled white brass base.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Flush Mount

Materials

Glass

French Sunburst Flower Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Frosted Glass, 1950s

$3,136

French Sunburst Flower Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Frosted Glass, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Flower Shaped Ceiling Light Fixture with Leaves Details, Gilt Iron, Frosted Glass Eye-catching hand-hammered iron and frosted glass flower flush mount / wall light.

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt and Green Metal, Spain 1950s

$2,392Sale Price|20% Off

Sunburst Starburst Light Fixture in Gilt and Green Metal, Spain 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Overall Measures: 36 cm diameter x 15 cm height // 14,17 in diameter x 5,90 in H Starburst Gilt Light Fixture // Gilt Iron Sunburst Flush Mount // Gilt Metal Ceiling Light We are...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

Limburg 1 of 4 Vintage Geometric Black and Clear Glass Flush Mount Lights, 1970s

$1,579 / item

Limburg 1 of 4 Vintage Geometric Black and Clear Glass Flush Mount Lights, 1970s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of four vintage Minimalist German made wall or ceiling flush mount light fixtures by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1950s Italian Crystal Flush Mount or Pendant Light in Dark Patinated Brass

$3,500

1950s Italian Crystal Flush Mount or Pendant Light in Dark Patinated Brass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This versatile fixture can be installed in two different ways: as a suspended chandelier using the included chain and ceiling canopy, or as a flush mount ceiling light by removing th...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Sunburst Nail Design Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass, France 1940s

$2,877

Sunburst Nail Design Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass, France 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

We invite you to enjoy the whole collection checking "more from this seller" and "all from this seller". Sunburst Flush Mount // Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Accents // French G...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Iron, Gold Leaf

French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass

$2,471

French Sunburst Light Fixture with Nail Design in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass

Located in Barcelona, ES

Brutalist Ceiling Sunburst Light Fixture in Gilt Iron and Milk Glass __________________________________________________________________________ Nail Design sunburst flush mount, gilt...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Flush Mount

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Fontana Arte Style Gold Bronze Mirror Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy, 1970s

$1,100

Fontana Arte Style Gold Bronze Mirror Glass Flush Mount or Sconce, Italy, 1970s

By Cristal Arte, Fontana Arte

Located in Vienna, AT

A Italian round lamp from the 1970s, to be used as a wall light / sconce or flush mount / ceiling light. Made of bronze tinted mirror glass with golden metal parts, in the style of F...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

1970s La Murrina Chandelier Flush Mount "Selle" Italy

$2,753

1970s La Murrina Chandelier Flush Mount "Selle" Italy

By La Murrina

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

A highly decorative and sculptural 1970s Murano glass flush mount / ceiling light, combining Italian craftsmanship, expressive form and the characteristic luxury associated with La M...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Murano Glass

J.T. Kalmar 18" Cubist Flush Mount Chandelier Brass & Ice Glass, Austria 1960s

$5,990

J.T. Kalmar 18" Cubist Flush Mount Chandelier Brass & Ice Glass, Austria 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant flush mount ceiling light with 13 ice glass cubes on a golden brass frame.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Chrome, Austria, Vienna, 1960s

$3,750

J.T. Kalmar Pagoda Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Chrome, Austria, Vienna, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant flush mount ceiling light with clear glasses shaped like a pagoda on a chrome frame.

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large Black and Brass Flush Mount by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1960s

$4,200

Large Black and Brass Flush Mount by Hans Kögl, Germany, 1960s

By Hans Kögl

Located in Hagenbach, DE

This striking flush mount ceiling light by Hans Kögl, created in Germany during the 1960s, is a bold statement piece that captures the essence of mid-century glamor.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Flush Mount with Brass & Pleated Fabric, Itsu Finland 1950s

$5,416

Vintage Flush Mount with Brass & Pleated Fabric, Itsu Finland 1950s

Located in Helsinki, FI

A beautiful and atmospheric Finnish mid-century flush mount ceiling light by Itsu from the 1950s. Its broad circular shade has been newly reupholstered in delicately patterned fabric...

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Cocoon Flush Mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, Castiglioni, Flos Style

$5,923

Large Cocoon Flush Mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, Castiglioni, Flos Style

By Achille Castiglioni, Goldkant Leuchten

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Large Mid-Century Modern Cocoon four-light flush mount, ceiling light in the style of Achille Castiglioni, designed by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten and manufactured in Germany...

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sizable Flush Mount, Model K5-40, Idman 1950s

$5,055

Mid-Century Modern Sizable Flush Mount, Model K5-40, Idman 1950s

By Idman Oy

Located in Helsinki, FI

This elegant Mid-Century Modern flush mount ceiling light by Idman, crafted in the 1950s, exudes timeless charm with its soft, diffused glow and beautifully balanced design.

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal, Brass

German Gilt Wrought Iron and Textured Glass Flush Mount, 1970s

$846

German Gilt Wrought Iron and Textured Glass Flush Mount, 1970s

Located in Hannover, DE

Decorative German flush-mount ceiling light dating from the 1970s. The fixture features an ornate wrought-iron frame with scrolling elements, stylized leaves and a beautifully aged ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Wrought Iron

Large Cocoon Flush Mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, Castiglioni, Flos Style

$5,923

Large Cocoon Flush Mount by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant, Castiglioni, Flos Style

By Goldkant Leuchten, Achille Castiglioni

Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE

Large Mid-Century Modern Cocoon four-light flush mount, ceiling light in the style of Achille Castiglioni, designed by Friedel Wauer for Goldkant Leuchten and manufactured in Germany...

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Perforated Cream Semi Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Brass by Belmag, Swiss 1950

$5,990

Perforated Cream Semi Flush Mount Chandelier Glass & Brass by Belmag, Swiss 1950

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Elegant flush mount ceiling light comes with a disc shaped enameled metal reflector with circular perforations of different sizes and a small round brass diffuser holding a white fro...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Gold Plate, Brass, Metal

Murano Glass Flower Basket Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Italy

$2,820

Murano Glass Flower Basket Chandelier by Barovier & Toso, Italy

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

The fixture is fitted with three E27 sockets and can be installed either as a pendant chandelier or used as a flush-mount ceiling light, offering flexibility for different ceiling he...

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Vintage Chrome Lamp by Carpyen, Spain, circa 1970s

$507

Vintage Chrome Lamp by Carpyen, Spain, circa 1970s

Located in Benalmadena, ES

This striking ceiling light, flush mount lamp, or versatile table lamp, sometimes referred to as a "cage" or "whisk" design, was produced by Carpyen in Spain during the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Cast Bronze Sconce by Russell & Stoll Co., 1900s

$5,400

Cast Bronze Sconce by Russell & Stoll Co., 1900s

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An excellent cast bronze flush mount sconce or ceiling mount light fixture. This lamp has two sockets underneath a glass dome protected by a well designed bronze cage.

Category

20th Century American Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

LED Drape Ceiling Mount Light

$2,950 / item

LED Drape Ceiling Mount Light

Located in Westport, CT

Tube LED lights grouped on a round ceiling plate. Available in 3 standard sizes. Can be customized to your specifications. Dimensions: NO/CL/DRAPE/RD24: 24? dia. x 13?H / 33 x...

Category

2010s Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Stainless Steel

Limburg Huge Pair of Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flushmounts

$6,657 / set

Limburg Huge Pair of Vintage Geometric Champagne Toned Glass & Brass Flushmounts

By Kalmar Lighting, J.T. Kalmar, Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Pair of extra large vintage Industrial style ceiling flush mount light by Glashütte Limburg, circa 1975-1985.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Limburg 1 of 2 Extra Large 1960s Mid-Century Glass Circular Wall Lights Lamps

$3,102 / item

Limburg 1 of 2 Extra Large 1960s Mid-Century Glass Circular Wall Lights Lamps

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

One of a pair of rare, extra large pair of Midcentury modern vintage minimal circular round domed geometric shaped flush mount wall or ceiling light / lamp fixtures by Glashütte Limb...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

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Mount Ceiling Light For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mount ceiling light for your home. Each mount ceiling light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for a mount ceiling light, we have 3795 options in-stock, while there are 370 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mount ceiling light, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each mount ceiling light bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mount ceiling light that is appealing in its simplicity, but Glashütte Limburg, Stilnovo and Flos produced versions that are worth a look. A large mount ceiling light can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller mount ceiling light available at 1stDibs — each spanning 1.74 in width — may make for a better choice.

How Much is a Mount Ceiling Light?

Prices for a mount ceiling light start at $1 and top out at $873,930 with the average selling for $2,208.

Finding the Right Flush Mount for You

Antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures can help you create inviting, ambient lighting in your space, and who doesn’t want that?

While electric light bulbs were a huge improvement over gas and oil lamps for lighting our homes, we still had much work to do in order to arrive at the broad range of table lamps, pendants, sconces and other fixtures that are available today.

Lighting technology and design improved substantially over time. Engaging engineers, scientists, architects and designers alike, the field of lighting became a major proving ground for state-of-the-art materials like plastics, inventive new mechanisms and emotionally resonant styles that included the ethereal (Isamu Noguchi’s Akari light sculpture), the whimsical (Gino Sarfatti’s 2109 ceiling light and Sputnik chandelier) and the eclectically postmodern (the Toio floor lamp crafted by Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni). Eventually, flush mount light fixtures became a practical option for home lighting.

Flush mount lighting fixtures are among the most convenient ways to light a small room with a low ceiling. These structures sit directly against the ceiling’s surface and cast light downward, illuminating a large area and defining the room. Semi-flush mount lighting fixtures hang several inches from the ceiling. They also produce ambient light but can be a little more decorative and lean toward the style of chandeliers.

Flush mount lighting is versatile. Larger fixtures distribute more ambient light across the center of the room, while smaller flush mount fixtures are best for accent or task lighting. The main drawback of flush mount fixtures is that they don’t make a strong statement. You can remedy this by strategically arranging decorative accents that flourish in soft lighting.

Lighting is an essential part of any interior design project. Often, having the right light fixture is key to creating an attractive, radiant room. Ample lighting paired with enticing design creates an elevated, inviting atmosphere, helping to set the desired mood. Selecting the right lighting for your home, however, isn’t merely about creating an especially bright bedroom or a moody dining room. There are many different kinds of fixtures and illumination to consider, with flush mount lighting fixtures among them.

Make a statement with a<a href=/furniture/lighting/flush-mount-ceiling-lights/material/metal/ target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> metal flush mount lighting fixture — a copper or chrome fixture can prove dazzling in your living room. Art Deco flush mount lighting fixtures, with their geometrical shapes and unique detailing in crystal, glass and brass, will go toward creating a cohesive look amid your collection of authentic Art Deco era posters and other wall decor.

Hollywood Regency fixtures — defined by a flamboyant design style for which we credit decorator Dorothy Draper — can introduce glamour and glitz to your living room with their mirrored finishes and complex floral motifs.

Explore a collection of antique and vintage flush mount lighting fixtures on 1stDibs to see what style best suits your space.

Questions About Mount Ceiling Light

What is ceiling mounted light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A ceiling mounted light can refer either to flush mount lights, which is mounted flush to the ceiling or recessed lighting, which is a bulb that’s installed into a hollow opening in the ceiling.
What is a flush mount ceiling light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
As its name implies, a flush mount ceiling light is mounted flush to the ceiling. They’re a good alternative to recessed lighting.
What is a flush ceiling light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A flush ceiling light shines light downward and sits flush against the ceiling. Flush ceiling lights are good for areas with shorter ceilings and for keeping dust and debris away from the bulb and shade because there is no space between the ceiling and the light itself. Shop a range of antique and vintage flush ceiling lights on 1stDibs.
What are the lights called that are in the ceiling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
The lights that are in the ceiling are called recessed lights. There are two main categories of these lights: can and canless. A can recessed light sits inside a metal housing, allowing you to adjust its angle and control where the light aims. Canless recessed lights lack this housing, so they provide general ambient lighting. Shop a large collection of lighting on 1stDibs.
What is a pier mount light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
In simple terms, a pier mount light is that which is used on pier mounts in front of your home. This light was created so that it could be mounted on a pier. They are also called column-mounted lights. Shop a range of antique and vintage pier mounted lights on 1stDibs.
What is a flush mount light?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A flush mount light is a type of light that is situated directly against a ceiling. This type of lighting shines directly downward and illuminates the room below.
What is flush mount lighting?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
A flush mount light is generally a dome-shaped light fixture that is mounted flush with the ceiling.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Flush mount lighting is a type of light that is situated directly against a ceiling. This type of lighting shines directly downward and illuminates the room below.
What are those circle ceiling lights called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Circle ceiling lights are called recessed light fixtures. In most spaces, they provide ambient light by focusing illumination down onto the room below. Shop a range of ceiling lights from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the best lighting for low ceilings?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best lighting depends on your space and style. It’s best to have multiple sources of light at different heights to ensure uniform illumination. With low ceilings, the ceilings should be painted white for a highly reflective surface. Flush mount lighting fixtures or a ceiling fan with a light is good for low ceilings. Shop a range of antique and vintage lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.
What is the best lighting for a kitchen ceiling?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The best lighting for a kitchen ceiling is really a matter of preference. Some may opt for incandescent light, which provides a soft, warm yellowish light. Others may prefer halogen lights, which produce a crisp white light that is optimal for task lighting. Those who are concerned with energy use may prefer fluorescent lights, which have a long life.
What is a flush mount light fixture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Flush mount lighting fixtures are among the most convenient ways to light a small room with a low ceiling. These structures sit directly against the ceiling’s surface and cast light downward, illuminating a large area and defining the room. Semi-flush mount lighting fixtures hang several inches from the ceiling. They also produce ambient light but can be a little more decorative and lean toward the style of chandeliers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary flush mount lighting from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.