Pair of Orange Murano Mazzega Wall Sconces, Italy, 1970s
By Mazzega
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Striking pair of Mazzega Murano sconces, Italy, 1970s. Rich orange crystal glass with captivating
Murano Glass
Pair of Mid-Century Wall Mounted Philips Milk Glass Wall Sconces, 1960s
By Philips
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of vintage, Mid-Century, wall mounted milk glass sconces by Dutch manufacturer Philips. Lights
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Art Deco Style Ceramic Wall Lights or Sconces
Located in Lisse, NL
Great looking, easy to mount and beautifully handcrafted pair of ceramics wall lights. If you are
Ceramic
Pair of Large Stilnovo Wall Sconces in White Methacrylate
By Stilnovo
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Elegant pair of Italian wall sconces produced by Stilnovo, Italy, circa 1970s. Each fixture
Brass
Stilnovo Wall Sconces, Brass & Opaline Glass, Italy, 1960s Pair
By Stilnovo
Located in Long Island City, NY
Stilnovo sconces, a pair. Designed and made in Italy, 1960s Brass, opaline glass. Take 2 candelabra
Brass
$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Sconces Midcentury Wall lamp with frosted glass
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
The beautiful shade is made of beautiful frosted glass, giving the lamp an atmospheric light. The lamp has been serviced and is in working order. It is in very good condition.
Metal
$10,000 / set
Arlus Rare Pair of Mid-Century Wall Sconces, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Rare Arlus Wall Sconces, France, 1950s. We've only seen this pair of sconces once in 30 years in
Metal, Brass
Amber Murano Glass Sconces, Mid Century Modern - a pair
By Mazzega
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of mid century modern Murano glass wall sconces with brass hardware attributed to Mazzega
Brass
Pair of vintage Murano smoked Felci Glass wall sconces
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 6 Murano smoked Felci glasses for each
Art Glass
$5,115 / set
Pair of Modern Murano Glass Disc Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Exquisite pair of modern gold Murano glass disc shaped sconces designed by Carlo Dason. Gorgeous
Murano Glass
$4,600 / set
Pair of modern single-arm torch style sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of modern brass torch style sconces with enameled metal shades and frosted glass diffusers in
Brass
Modern Metal Chandelier and Wall Sconces Set, 20th Century Design
Located in PARIS, FR
Chandelier and Pair of Wall Sconces: Exclusive Modern Collection Discover this exclusive
Metal
Pair of Murano Glass Wall Sconces with Ribbed Texture
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Italian design in the Mid-Century Modern style. Each wall lamp is wired to a standard US E26 or European
Metal, Brass
Postmodern Italian Murano Glass Pair of Wall Sconces, 1980s
Located in Badajoz, Badajoz
Postmodern and beautiful Pair of Murano glass Wall Sconces. These fixtures were
Metal
$1,603 / set
Pair of Mid-Century Wall Sconces by Arlus, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
This exquisite pair of French mid-century modern wall sconces by Arlus showcases the brand’s
Brass
$8,500 / set
Pair of Modern Style Rock Crystal Floral Sconces
Located in Cypress, CA
Beautiful opposing pair of hand carved and hand-polished rock crystal floral two-light sconces
Rock Crystal
Pair of Two Tones Rectangular Murano glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of rectangular wall sconces made of a polished brass structure, covered with six oval panels
Brass
Pair of Brass and Murano Glass Screen Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of modern wall sconces made of polished brass structure and a large slab of decorated Murano
Brass
Vintage pair of glass wall lamps sconce , 1970s
Located in Delft, NL
Dimensions: 14,5cm Depth , 16cm Width , 19,5cm Height Material: Glass , Plastic
Glass, Plastic
Pair of Modern Style Rock Crystal Obelisk Sconces
Located in Cypress, CA
Striking pair of modern style rock crystal obelisk two-light Sconces, with chrome finish. (A) 21st
Rock Crystal, Chrome
Pair of Curtis Jere Style Wall Sconces by Lightolier
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Curtis Jere Style Wall Sconces by Lightolier. Cloud like shape with 5 ribbon front strips
Brass
Pair of Curtis Jere Style Wall Sconces by Lightolier
By Curtis Jeré
Located in Redding, CT
Pair of Curtis Jere Style Brass Wall Sconces by Lightolier. Cloud like shape with 5 ribbon front
Brass
$4,200 / set
Pair of Modern Rostrada Glass Cup Form Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely pair of Modern Rostrada glass cup form sconces on a beautiful brass base. Makes an elegant
Brass
Pairs of Toni Zuccheri Glass Wall Sconces for Venini
By Venini, Toni Zuccheri
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pairs of sculptural wall sconces designed by Toni Zuccheri for Venini in the 1970s. Each fixture is
Metal
Pair of Vintage Murano Six-Tier Felci Wall Sconces
By Venini
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconces made by 10 Murano trasparent Six-Tier Felci for each
Art Glass
Pair of Perzel Style Polished Chrome Wall Lights, Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Perzel Style Polished Chrome Wall Lights, Sconces
Chrome
Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 alabaster gold disks
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Vintage Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 6 glass for each, gold
Art Glass
Pair Of Hammered Copper Leaf Form Double Wall Sconces
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of copper leaf form double wall sconces with a textured hammered design and a blue verdigris
Copper
Pair of glass wall sconces - 6 pink glass hearts
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Pair of Italian Murano appliques in Vistosi style. Wall lights have 6 glass for each, pink glass
Art Glass
Spectacular Pair of Murano Glass Silver Leaves Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large and spectacular Murano glass wall sconces. Four bulbs E27 by sconce.
Murano Glass
Pair of Sumptuous Gold Murano Glass Leave Wall Sconces
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of magnificent Murano glass leave sconces with elegant opaline bowl and gold insert. Glasses
Brass
$2,800 / set
Pair of 2 Mid Century Italian Wall Sconces 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pair of 2 Mid Century Italian Wall Sconces from the 1970s exude a classic and sophisticated
Brass
$1,080Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Organic Rattan Wall Sconces Hour Glass Shaped
Located in Oxford, GB
These exquisite handcrafted rattan wall sconces are unique, artisanal pieces, meticulously crafted
Rattan
Pair Hourglass Shaped Chrome Wall Sconce, France, Europe, 1970s
Located in Rijssen, NL
High-end wall sconces, made in France, Europe, around 1970. The wall lights are made of lead
Crystal, Chrome
Pair of Italian Murano Gold Dusted Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Italian Murano-Style gold dusted glass wall sconces designed in the form of an acanthus
Glass
Pair of Danish Chrome and Rosewood Wall Lamp Sconces
Located in Pasadena, TX
This pair of wall lamps are constructed of chrome, rosewood trim and a cut glass shade. The lamps
Cut Glass, Rosewood
Marble Metal Wall Sconce Light Contemporary Pair Brushed Gold
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Add a touch of elegance to your home decor with this stunning pair of marble and metal wall sconces
Marble, Metal
French-Italian Design Pablo Romo Black Metal Wall Sconce Pair
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Pair of modern wall sconces Mid-Century Modern French-Italian inspired
Metal
Pair of 1950s Wall Sconces by Gunther Trieschmann
Located in Hanover, MA
up or down. Documented: Modern lighting of 50 - Neuzeitliche leuchten of the '50s - Luminaires
Aluminum, Bronze
Pairs of Vintage Norwegian Brass and Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of vintage brass and opaline glass globes wall sconces, which shape reminds us of a
Brass
1950s Pair of French Wall Sconces Style Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Chula Vista, CA
French Wall Sconces France 1950s Sculptural shape with black wall mount plexiglass-plastic curved
Brass
Pair of Italian Murano Glass and Brass Wall Sconces
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Murano glass wall sconces with oval brass wall plaques; the molded glass with
Brass
Pair of German Vintage Minimalist Adjustable Wall Lights Sconces, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
Minimalist architectural pair of modernist spot wall sconces. Germany, 1970s
Chrome
Pair of Glass Wall Sconces by Doria, Germany, 1960s
By Doria Leuchten Germany
Located in Aachen, NRW
Wonderful pair of mid-century wall sconces with ice glass tubes, made by Doria Leuchten, Germany
Metal
Vintage Pair of Brass and Enamel Stilnovo Wall Sconces
By Stilnovo
Located in North Miami, FL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Stilnovo wall sconces in high polished brass and off-white arrow-shaped
Brass, Enamel
Pair of Murano brass sputnik wall sconces / ceiling lights
By Vistosi
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
A pair of lighting fixtures, which can be either a wall lamp or a ceiling light, given their
Art Glass
$10,000 / set
Arlus Rare Pair of Mid-Century Wall Sconces, 1950s
By Arlus
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This elegant and sculptural pair of genuine mid-century wall sconces by Arlus, designed and crafted
Brass
Spectacular Pair of Murano Glass Silver Leaves Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large and spectacular murano glass wall sconces. Four bulbs E27 by sconce.
Murano Glass
Pair of Brass Lantern Wall Sconces with Opaline Glass
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of brass wall sconces with opaline glass and adjustable arm.
Brass
$10,800 / set
Pair of Large Scale Modern Murano Flower Sconces
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative pair of large scale modern Murano flower sconces. Creates a gorgeous sculptural look and
Murano Glass
Pair of Sculptural Ceramic Wall Sconces by Natasha Dakhli, Signed
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
A striking pair of contemporary sculptural wall sconces by Natasha Dakhli, signed and dated 2025
Ceramic
$351Sale Price / set|20% Off
Wall sconces, a pair vintage 1990s Scandinavian Ikea wall lights known as Lod
By IKEA
Located in Skarpnäck, SE
Pair of Vintage “Lod” Wall Sconces by IKEA, 1990s — Rare Pale Grey Finish A matching pair of
Metal, Aluminum
Spectacular Pair of Murano Glass Gold Leaves Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of large and spectacular Murano glass wall sconces. Four bulbs E27 by sconce.
Murano Glass
Pair of vintage opalino glass petals drop wall sconce
By Mazzega
Located in Gaiarine Frazione Francenigo (TV), IT
Fantastic pair of vintage Murano wall sconce made by 10 OPALINO glass petals (opalino crystal
Art Glass
Pair of Rush Ferrocolor Sconces, Wall Lights Spain 1960
By Ferrocolor
Located in Miami, FL
Superb pair of Ferrocolor sconces. 2 lights, 60 watts max bulb US rewired and in working
Iron
Pair of Opaline Glass Cone and Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of wall sconces made of patinated brass and cone shaped opaline glass.
Brass
$2,800 / set
Pair of 2 Mid Century Italian Wall Sconces 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pair of 2 Mid Century Italian Wall Sconces from the 1970s exude a timeless and elegant design
Brass
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.
From the kitchen to the bedroom and everywhere in between, there is one major part of home decor that you definitely want to master: lighting. Carefully selected vintage sconces and wall lights can do wonders in establishing mood and highlighting your distinctive personality.
We’re a long way from the candelabra-inspired chandeliers of the medieval era. Lighting is no longer merely practical, and lighting designers have been creating and reinventing lighting solutions for eons. Because of the advancements crafted by these venturesome makers, we now have the opportunity to bring unique, customizable lighting solutions into our homes.
It’s never been easier to create dramatic bedrooms, cozy kitchen areas and cheerful bars than it is today. Think of an elegant wall sconce as functional and as a work of art, adding both light and style to your hallways, whimsical kids’ rooms and elsewhere.
When choosing a lighting solution, first determine what your needs are: Will you opt for a moody or a bright feel? The room that will serve as your home office will need adequate lighting — think “the brighter, the better” for this particular setting.
For the bedroom, bedside wall lamps with warm-temperature bulbs instead of bedside table lamps could be the way to go to induce a sense of calm or intimacy. Try to match the style of the wall light or sconce that you’re installing to the overall design scheme of your room. It’s never “just a light.” You should approach the lighting of a room with a mindset that is one part practical and one part aesthetics-driven.
Let 1stDibs help you set the mood with the right antique and vintage wall lights and sconces for your home. Our collection includes every kind of fixture, from sculptural works by Austrian craftsman J.T. Kalmar to chic industrial-style wall sconces, from adjustable painted aluminum wall lamps designed by Artemide to a wide variety of minimalist mid-century modern masterpieces.
The alluring pendant light exemplifies the designer’s winsome mid-career work.
Patrizio Chiarparini of Brooklyn’s Duplex gallery sheds light on the lasting legacy of Italy’s postwar furniture boom.
There are many lessons to be learned from the lofts, apartments and townhouses of architects and decorators in Manhattan and beyond.
Having created extravagant homes for reality TV’s biggest stars, the designer is stepping into the spotlight with his first book.
The Louisiana-born and -bred architect talks to 1stdibs about the art of making timeless places that matter.
The Palm Springs interior decorator developed a mid-century style that defined the vacation homes of celebrities and other notables, including Bob Hope and Lucille Ball.
The houses from this New York studio cloak modernist tendencies within what are often more traditional trappings.
In the market for a fantastic fixture from the 1940s, ’50s or ’60s? Here are some names to know.