Vintage Light Fixtures
20th Century Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
1970s Spanish Vintage Light Fixtures
Blown Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Art Glass
1940s Austrian Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Light Fixtures
Iron
1970s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Chrome
1960s French Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
1950s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1930s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Alabaster
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1950s French Vintage Light Fixtures
Resin
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Blown Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1950s Moroccan Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
1950s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Glass
20th Century Moroccan Moorish Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1950s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Crystal, Brass
20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Steel
1940s American Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Vintage Light Fixtures
Ceramic
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Murano Glass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Murano Glass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Brass
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Plastic, Wood, Jute
20th Century American Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
1950s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Blown Glass
1950s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Alabaster, Bronze
Late 20th Century American Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Brass, Iron
Late 20th Century American Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Wire
20th Century European Baroque Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Iron
1960s French Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
1980s Moroccan Moorish Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1970s French Vintage Light Fixtures
Blown Glass
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Colonial Revival Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass, Steel
1960s Italian Vintage Light Fixtures
Blown Glass
20th Century Space Age Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1950s English Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
1970s German Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Iron
1970s Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
1970s American Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass, Wire
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Brass
1960s French Vintage Light Fixtures
Bronze
20th Century Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal, Silver
20th Century Space Age Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Glass, Blown Glass
1960s French Organic Modern Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Rustic Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Vintage Light Fixtures
Iron
Late 20th Century Gothic Vintage Light Fixtures
Metal
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Some types of light fixtures include flush mount lighting, pendants, chandeliers, wall-mounted lighting, floor lamps and table lamps. A light fixture that sits level with the ceiling is a flush-mount light, while one that extends slightly from the ceiling is a semi-flush light. Pendants are light fixtures that hang from the ceiling on a chain. If they feature multiple lights arranged in a frame, hanging lights are known as chandeliers. Wall-mounted lights are referred to as sconces. A lamp is a light fixture with a base and a shade that can be sized to fit a table or to rest on the floor. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of light fixtures.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A fitter is a mechanism by which a lampshade attaches to a lamp. There are different types of fitters including the washer, the clip, the Uno, and the Chimney.
- What Is a swag light fixture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A swag light fixture is a normal lamp fixed to the ceiling. It comes with two hooks to screw it to the ceiling, along with a cord that plugs into the wall. A swag light is usually used to deck up a small corner for reading or a playing area or above the dining table. They provide an economic light source that takes up minimal space. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique light fixtures.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A light fixture should hang 7 feet off the floor or 3 feet above a table. As a general rule of thumb, one should not look into a light fixture when they are standing.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Matte black is a color that is in style for light fixtures. Clear pendants and neutral-colored geometric chandeliers are also trending. However, the choice for color and type of light fixtures is personal — consider the furniture style and décor that best works for you. Find a collection of light fixtures on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Flush 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.
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