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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Flush Mount
Metal
Vintage 1970s Austrian Hollywood Regency Wall Lights and Sconces
Blown Glass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Table Lamps
Cotton, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Table Lamps
Cotton, Wood
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Metal, Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Futurist Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps
Gold
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum, Nickel
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1930s American Hollywood Regency Floor Lamps
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum, Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Japanese Hollywood Regency Table Lamps
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Gold
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Table Lamps
Ceramic, Leather, Bamboo
Antique 1860s French George III Table Lamps
Bronze
Vintage 1970s Table Lamps
Porcelain, Upholstery, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Queen Anne Table Lamps
Porcelain, Upholstery, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s French Queen Anne Table Lamps
Gold, Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Marble
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 1830s French Louis XVI Table Lamps
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Antique 1860s French Neoclassical Table Lamps
Marble, Bronze
20th Century European Floor Lamps
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1950s English Table Lamps
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Table Lamps
Gold
Antique 1840s French Louis XVI Table Lamps
Gold, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps
Gold, Brass
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Table Lamps
Gold, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Table Lamps
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Floor Lamps
Crystal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns
Steel
2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns
Steel
2010s Bulgarian Scandinavian Modern Lanterns
Steel
2010s French Post-Modern Table Lamps
Marble, Brass
2010s French Post-Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Lanterns
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1920s French Chandeliers and Pendants
Crystal, Brass
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s Table Lamps
Metal
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Edison 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.
- What is a bare bulb?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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, 2022Changing 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, 2021The 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
- What is a coach light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Coach 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.
- What is a cloud light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A 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.
- What is chandelier lighting?2 Answers1stDibs 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, 2019Chandelier lighting is a branched, highly ornamented light fixture that is typically (suspended from) mounted on ceilings lamps.
- What is a string light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021String 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.
- What is MOE lighting?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022MOE 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.
- What are dome lights?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dome 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.
- What is a tole light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is a Sputnik light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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.
- What is a mission light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- What is chandelier light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A 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.
- What Is a swag light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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.
- What is a shop light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Shop 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.
- Does a diamond give off light?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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.
- What are outdoor lights called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Outdoor 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, 2022The 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.
- Where are Sonneman lights made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Sonneman 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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Ettore Sottsass Captures a Shooting Star in This Rare 1970s Floor Lamp
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