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Ten-Light Crystal Chandelier / Gilt Brass Frame
Located in Tarry Town, NY
chandelier. The chandelier is in great working condition. Rewired for US used. no special light bulb required
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Gilt Acanthus Leafs 9 Light Tole Hollywood Regency Flush Mount, Banci Italy
By Banci Firenze
Located in Nuernberg, DE
bulb up to 40 watts, to give a warm lighting effect. Can also be used as a wall light. Found at an
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount

Materials

Metal

Vintage Glass Wall 8 Light Sconce J. T. Kalmar Tulipan 9 Rows Bubbles Bells
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Holds 8 light bulbs. No chips or breaks to glass pieces. Patina to fixture. Dimensions: 19 H x 16 W x 8
Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Blown Glass

Mid Century Modern Robert Sonneman Tear Drop Table Lamp
By Robert Sonneman, Sonneman Lighting
Located in Garnerville, NY
shade. Light bulb not included.
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lampshade, "Tulipa" table lamp, decorative, black, ebony
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Lampshade has a standard E27 socket and is operated by an on-off switch. No light bulb included.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Lampshade, "Tulipa" table lamp, decorative
By Alessandra Delgado
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Lampshade has a standard E27 socket and is operated by an on-off switch. No light bulb included.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Cotton, Wood

Lampshade, "Tulipa" table lamp, decorative
Lampshade, "Tulipa" table lamp, decorative
H 21.66 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
1970's Studio pottery ceramic lamp by Le Vieux Moulin Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
shade No shade included 2 bulbs light one inside one outside
Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Gaetano Sciolari Brass and Glass Wall Sconces, 1970s
By Sciolari Lighting, Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Rijssen, NL
absolutely no structural issues. Different light bulbs can be used. Each light requires 2x E 14 Light bulbs.
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Empire Style Gilt & Patinated Bronze Tree-Form Table Lamp with Crystal Leaves
Located in Tarry Town, NY
a side switch for ease of use, it remains in great working condition, no special light bulb required
Category

20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1970s springer style halogen wall sconce pair
By Karl Springer
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
providing the dimmer-controlled halogen bulb light. No makers marks, likely 1970s manufacture.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Futurist Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

Venetian Italian Barovier & Torso Hand Made Mouth Blown Murano Glass Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
working condition, this lamp requires no special light bulb and is free of any chips, cracks, or repairs
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Vintage Pair of Beige Textured Lacquered Ceramic Table Lamps Mid-Century Modern
Located in Miami, FL
with lacquer finish. UL Listed, each Lamp takes a regular or LED Light bulb. No Harp, Finial, Shade
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Nickel

Pair Chinoiserie White Glazed Ceramic Elephant Table Lamps Asian Animal Motives
Located in Miami, FL
Motives and deeply incised base. UL Listed, each Lamp takes a regular or LED Light bulb. No Harp, Finial
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Amber Bubble by Helena Tynell for Limburg, 1960s
By Helena Tynell and Heinrich Gantenbrink
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
wires, no base, no light bulb, no electrical components.
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Glass

Pair Heavy Cut Glass Italian Art Deco Style Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
cracks, chips or repairs. Rewired for US standard use and no special light bulb is required. Normal
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 20th Century Hollywood Regency Cast Bronze & Brass Horn Floor Lamps
Located in Miami, FL
regular or LED light bulb. No harps, no shades. Round base measures: 11 inches diameter.
Category

Vintage 1930s American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Chandelier by Oscar Torlasco for STILKRONEN 9 Lights
By Oscar Torlasco, Stilkronen
Located in Torquay, GB
a skeletal brass frame. Uses 9 E14 (Edison small screw) light bulbs. No damage to the glass
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Gaetano Sciolari 37 Lights Cubic Chrome Chandelier, Italy, Mid-Century Modern
By Gaetano Sciolari
Located in Vienna, AT
chandelier light by Gaetano Sciolari (marked). Impressive and iconic 35" lamp with 37 small bulbs and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Chrome

Asian Modern Japanese Brass Dragon Cast Koi Fish Sculptural Table Lamp On Lucite
Located in Miami, FL
-Listed and takes a regular or LED Light Bulb. No Harp, No Finial, No Shade. Clear Lucite base measures
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Midcentury Pendant Lamp Brass Amber Glass 1960s Small Chandelier
By Soelken Leuchten
Located in Mannheim, DE
frame is made of brass. With 3 sockets for E27 light bulbs. No label, probably manufactured by Soelken
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

20th Century Murano Venetian Glass / Gold Flecks Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
condition without any cracks, chips or repairs. Rewired for US standard use and no special light bulb
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Pair Pink Terrazzo Style Ceramic Table Lamps Bamboo Leather Asian Chinoiserie
Located in Miami, FL
Leather. US Wiring and each Lamp takes a regular or LED Light Bulb. No Harps and no Shades. In good
Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Leather, Bamboo

Antique French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze / Marble Candelabra Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
excellent working condition, they require no special light bulbs, making them both practical and visually
Category

Antique 1860s French George III Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Chinese Porcelain Table Lamp with Black Painted Wood Base
Located in Tarry Town, NY
requires no special light bulbs. Perfect for adding a touch of refined elegance to a living room, bedroom
Category

Vintage 1970s Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Upholstery, Wood

20th Century Hand-Painted Italian Porcelain Table Lamps with Gilt Wood Base
Located in Tarry Town, NY
excellent working condition with no special light bulbs required, these lamps are not only functional but
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Queen Anne Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain, Upholstery, Giltwood

Mid-20th Century French Porcelain Urn-Shaped Table Lamps / Gilt Gold Accents
Located in Tarry Town, NY
wear consistent with age and use, these lamps require no special light bulbs. They are ready to bring
Category

Vintage 1930s French Queen Anne Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

Heavy Cut Glass Italian Art Deco Style Pair Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
for US standard use and no special light bulb is required. Normal standard light bulb. Maker's mark on
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Exquisite Colored Fruits Crystal / Brass Framed Chandelier
Located in Tarry Town, NY
. No special light bulbs required. The ceiling chandelier stands about 32.5 inches diameter X 32.5
Category

Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass, Gold Leaf

Italian Table Lamp in Marble and Murano Glass
By Carlo Nason
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
base with a frosted lampshade in glass on top. Uses E40 light bulbs. No cracks in glass or marble.
Category

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

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Brass Ball Table Lamp Paul Evans Style
Located in Miami, FL
watts light bulb. No shade. Paul Evans style table lamp and a real classic. L-650-335
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Art Deco Bedouin Head Bust Terracotta, Glazed Ceramic & Wood Table Lamp, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
Rewiring. It is in perfect working condition and takes a regular light bulb. No Shade.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Gilt Bronze Ormolu-Mounted Sèvres Porcelain Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
excellent working condition and require no special light bulbs, from the base to the top of the finial each
Category

Antique 1830s French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair Karl Springer Style Acrylic and Brass Swing Wall Sconces Mid-Century Modern
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
. Wired for the U.S. and each uses a max. 60 wattage light bulb. No shades. Simply gorgeous. L-693-344
Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass Pendant Lamp Deigned by Massive
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
attention: 3 light bulbs no longer work. These are no longer available to order and they are off the market
Category

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

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Bronze Mounted / Black Marble Pair Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
, chips, repairs and required standard light bulb. No flaws observed. Each lamp comes with an off white
Category

Antique 1860s French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

20th Century Patinated Bronze Floor Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
light bulb required . The lamp stands about 67.5 inches high . Marble base 9 inches X 9 inches . Shade
Category

20th Century European Floor Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Stacked Clear Lucite Lamps Spiral Staircase Design
Located in Miami, FL
. US wired and each takes one regular or LED light bulb. No Shade, Harp or Finial.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Porcelain Table Lamps/Gilt Brass Accents
Located in Tarry Town, NY
light bulbs, and are ready to enhance your interior décor with their understated elegance and functional
Category

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

Materials

Brass

English Pair Mid-20th Century Silver Plate Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
condition. No special light bulb required. Rewired for US standard use. Each lamp comes with a round cotton
Category

Vintage 1950s English Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Plate

Exquisite Pair Venetian Glass / Gold Flecks Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
great working condition. Rewired for US use. Maker's mark undersigned. No special light bulb required
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Paul Hanson Brass and Smoked Glass Vintage Table Lamp by Fratelli Melani Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Melani, Made in Italy. Recently re-wired and uses a max. 60 wattage light bulb. No lamp shade. This lamp
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

19th Century Cobalt Blue Sèvres Style Porcelain / Ormolu Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
condition. no special light bulb required. Each lamp come with a round bell shape linen exterior shade. Each
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Pair Venetian Pink Glass / Gold Flecks Table Lamps
By Giampaolo Nason
Located in Tarry Town, NY
need for special light bulbs – they accommodate standard bulbs, ensuring effortless integration into
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

Pair Louis XVI Style Sevres Porcelain / Dore Bronze Vase Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
consistent with age / use. No special light bulb required. Each lamp measures 28 inches tall x 9 inches wide
Category

Antique 1840s French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Pair Louis XVI Style French Porcelain / Dore Bronze Table Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
lamp is in great working condition. Minor wear consistent with age / use. No special light bulb
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

Pair Louis XVI Style French Porcelain Table Lamp
Located in Tarry Town, NY
special light bulb required. Each lamp measures 24 inches tall x 6.5 inches diameter . The square base is
Category

Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Gold, Brass

19th Century Pair French Napoleon III Gilt Bronze / Marble Candelabra Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
a visual delight, but they are also in excellent working condition, requiring no special light bulbs
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

L034/F Italian Floor Lamp in Crystal and Finishing Gold 24-Karat by Zanaboni
By Zanaboni
Located in MEDA, IT
gold 24-karat structure. It works with no. 6 light bulbs E14 220-240 V. 100% handmade and made in Italy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps

Materials

Crystal

Italian Tall Clear Hand Blown Ribbed Murano Glass and Aluminum Neck Table Lamp
Located in Miami, FL
aluminum ribbed neck. In perfect working condition and uses a max. 60 watts light bulb. No shade. L-554
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Vintage Limburg Glass Ball Mid-Century Light Fixture
By Glashütte Limburg
Located in Frisco, TX
Vintage 1970's pendant lamp by Limburg Germany. Working condition with a E26 / 110 volt light bulb
Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

1950s Plaster Tall Table Lamp in the Style of James Mont
By James Mont
Located in Houston, TX
Type “A” light bulbs. NO shade. Some damage to the toe section of the lamp.
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Carrie LED Lamp, Burned Red by Norm Architects
By Form Us With Love
Located in San Marcos, CA
texture to the sleek lines of the lamp.".   Internal LED light source (no bulbs needed) Max Luminance
Category

2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Carrie LED Lamp, White by Norm Architects
By Form Us With Love
Located in San Marcos, CA
texture to the sleek lines of the lamp." Internal LED light source (no bulbs needed) Max Luminance: 384
Category

2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel

Carrie Portable Led Lamp, Brushed Brass by Norm Architects
By Form Us With Love
Located in San Marcos, CA
texture to the sleek lines of the lamp."   Internal LED light source (no bulbs needed) Max luminance
Category

2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Steel

French Contemporary Brass and Marble Table Lamp ISP
By Ilia Potemine
Located in Paris, FR
This is not just a lamp. It is light itself. Look at the future: it’s there in your hand. That
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Contemporary Polished Brass Sconce ISP
By Ilia Potemine
Located in Paris, FR
This is not just a lamp. It is light itself. Look at the future: it’s there in your hand. That
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Brass

French Contemporary Polished Brass Sconce ISP
French Contemporary Polished Brass Sconce ISP
H 14.61 in W 3.15 in D 4.77 in
Carrie Portable Led Lamp by Norm Architects, Dimmable Mood Lighting on the Go
By Norm Architects
Located in San Marcos, CA
5.3" D x 9.6" H Internal LED light source (no bulbs needed) Max Luminance: 384 Lumens Dimmable, 4
Category

2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lanterns

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique French Bell Shape Cut Crystal with Brass Framed Chandelier.
Located in Tarry Town, NY
light bulbs required . It measures 55 inches Length X 37 inches diameter .
Category

Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Pair of Green Murano Glass Gold-Plated Mid-Century Modern Sconces, Mazzega Style
By AVMazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
, nested inside the metal fittings. No visible light bulb. Excellent condition.   
Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Pair of Drip Glazed Pottery Lamps
Located in Tarry Town, NY
A Pair of Vintage Drip Glazed pottery Lamp. Excellent Condition. No special Light Bulb required
Category

Vintage 1940s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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No Bulb Light For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the no bulb light you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each no bulb light for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. If you’re shopping for a no bulb light, we have 4246 options in-stock, while there are 1991 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a no bulb light — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A no bulb light is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made no bulb light has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Vistosi, Romani Saccani Architetti and Louis Poulsen are consistently popular.

How Much is a No Bulb Light?

Prices for a no bulb light can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $65 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,905.

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 No Bulb Light
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Edison bulbs, which is the term that is often shorthand for any kind of antique or vintage light bulb, is a carbon- or early tungsten-filament incandescent lamp. Edison bulbs are also used to describe modern bulbs that mimic the appearance of these early incandescent lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage Edison bulbs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A bare bulb is a light bulb that is not fully enclosed in a globe or other housing. Bare bulbs are quite trendy because of their simplicity of look and design. They come in a variety of shapes and sizes and can add style to any space. Find a wide collection of antique and vintage bare bulbs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Changing the bulb in a Tizio lamp requires a replacement bulb and a flathead screwdriver. First, pop open the back of the lamp, then use the flathead screwdriver to pop open the front. That will allow you to remove the clips that hold the bulb in. Once removed, you can replace the bulb and reassemble the lamp head. Find a range of Tizio lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a diamond does not give off light but rather reflects, refracts and disperses light. Part of the brilliance of a high-quality diamond is the reflection it gives off, which travels through the diamond giving it a scattered light apparence. Shop a collection of high-quality diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Outdoor lights can also be called landscape lights or sconces. Outdoor lights come in all shapes and sizes and are a great way to highlight your home’s architectural features or shrubbery. You’ll find a variety of outdoor lighting from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Empire of Light is a series of paintings by the Belgian surrealist René Magritte. Although he didn’t plan them as a formal series, Magritte explored this theme in more than 20 paintings from the 1940s to the 1960s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly-vetted René Magritte pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Sonneman lights are largely made in China. The brand partners with factories that have expertise in and extensive experience with crafting luxury light fixtures. Because the factories can produce large volumes of light fixtures, the brand is now able to scale their manufacturing and expand their offerings. You'll find a variety of Robert Sonneman lighting fixtures on 1stDibs.

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