$1,790 / item
H 9.85 in W 3.55 in D 3.94 in
Two Art Deco Chrome and Glass "Pivoting" Sconce, France circa 1920s
Located in Merida, Yucatan
be rotated to adjust the light it casts. Manufactured in chromed metal and a "Prismatic" pressed
Chrome
$1,558
H 35.44 in W 21.26 in D 21.26 in
Barovier & Toso Chandelier Glass and Brass Metal Chrome Mid-Century Italy 1969s
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Palermo, IT
Barovier & Toso. Chromed metal chandelier. Central diffuser and seventeen prismatic elements in
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Set of Mid-Century Steel and Glass Pendants by RAAK '16'
Located in London, GB
A run of mid-century pendant lights. Holland, c1960s. Painted steel and prismatic style
Glass
$642 / set
H 6.7 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in
Pair of brass and pressed glass Vitrika Wall light sconces, Denmark, 1970's
By Vitrika, Orrefors
Located in Balen, BE
when lit. The prismatic quality of the glass softens the light while adding a decorative depth, making
Brass
$301 / item
H 5.91 in Dm 9.85 in
Late Century Industrial Cast Aluminium Circular Bulkhead lamp Reeded Glass Shade
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
prismatic / reeded glass to soften the illumination. Perfect robust and stylish outdoor light fixtures
Aluminum, Chrome
Industrial Copper Holophane Wall Lights
By Holophane
Located in Tarporley, GB
. 100% complete with original prismatic mirrored reflectors & acorn glass shades. Rewired & PAT Tested
Metal, Copper
Ignazio Gardella for Azucena "LP6" Wall Light, Italy, 1960s
By Azucena, Ignazio Gardella
Located in Naples, IT
Wall lamp Mod. Lp6 with brass and nickel-plated brass frame. Prismatic pressed glass diffuser
Brass
Collection of 14 Inch Framed Tripod Holophanes
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We love Holophane lamps because of the wonderful light they project. The glass is all prismatic and
Glass
Large Matching Pair of Dome Over Square Holophane Pendents
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
profile is a pyramid with a domed top. The thick glass has deep prismatic patterns. The shade holders are
Glass
$270Sale Price|40% Off
H 7 in W 6 in D 6 in
Mid-century Holophane Ceiling Light Teardrop Globe with Brass Fitter
By Holophane
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-century era Holophane ceiling light features a distinctive teardrop-shaped glass globe. Its
Brass
$2,738
H 29.14 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in
Large Antique Vintage Brass Holophane Ceiling Chandelier Pendant Light Lamp
By Holophane
Located in Sale, GB
comprises of two sections of glass (both stamped 'Patent No. 20222 1909 Holophane 6310') and four prismatic
Brass
$3,449 / set
H 9.45 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
Midcentury Ignazio Gardella wall lamps Mod. Lp5 for Azucena, Italy 1950s
By Ignazio Gardella, Azucena
Located in Piacenza, Italy
brass and prismatic pressed glass diffuser designed by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena in 1958. Published
Glass
Table / Floor Lamp by Tito Agnoli, 1959
By O-Luce, Tito Agnoli
Located in Berlin, DE
manufactured by O-Luce in 1959. It is made of blackened burnished brass and prismatic pressed glass.
Brass
Collection of 14 Inch Framed Tripod Holophanes
By Holophane
Located in Peekskill, NY
We love Holophane lamps because of the wonderful light they project. The glass is all prismatic and
Glass
Mathieu Matégot Perforated Midcentury Pendant Lamp, Holophane, France, 1950s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Vienna, AT
lampshade with its original prismatic opaline glass. In good condition with nice patina.
Metal
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Runner Rug in Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass and prismatic
Wool, Silk
Unique 1906 Street Lamp Style light
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
heater. The finish is a beautiful warm gray baked-on porcelain over cast iron. With an early prismatic
Porcelain
Rug & Kilim’s Modern Rug with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
imposition of the foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Runner Rug in Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass and prismatic
Wool, Silk
Genoese Chandelier, Italy, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Eight-armed chandelier with glass prismatic hangings and gold-patinated and carved wooden shaft
Wood
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Rug with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
imposition of the foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass
Wool, Silk
$754
H 19.7 in W 11.8 in D 11.8 in
Antique Oak Dining Table, Victorian Style, Handcrafted, England, 1880
Located in Lincoln, GB
brilliant-cut upper rosette leading to a substantial, prismatic pendant. The glass is hand-cut with precise
Crystal, Brass
English Regency Bronze & Ormolu Triple Branch Candelabra
Located in Folkestone, GB
has a shaped bronze candleholder above gilded drip pans adorned with prismatic cut-glass drops. set on
Bronze, Ormolu
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Style Runner Rug in Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass and prismatic
Wool, Silk
Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Modern Rug with Polychromatic Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
imposition of the foreground geometry against the chic underlying geometric pattern inspired by stained glass
Wool, Silk
Set of Nine Holophane Industrial Pendant Lights, United States
Located in New York, NY
For nearly a century, the hallmark of Holophane fixtures has been the ribbed borosilicate glass
Metal
$1,665
H 35 in Dm 13.5 in
Rare American Arts & Crafts Holophane Marked Prismatic Glass Pendant circa 1930
By Holophane
Located in Lisse, NL
with its two-piece prismatic glass shade is a real icon of the American industrial era. This American
Brass, Metal
$4,282 / set
H 26.5 in Dm 11 in
Perfect Size and Brilliant Design Pair of French Holophane Marked Chandeliers
By Holophane
Located in Lisse, NL
made of prismatic glass only. Combined with the chromed down rod and canopy these sleek and slightly
Chrome
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.
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Working with resin, a tricky material, has created moments of failure — and enlightenment.
Commissioned for the lakeside villa of a Finnish industrialist, it illuminated visits with dignitaries.
Across New York, there’s no shortage of statement lighting on view.
The 1920s design is a thrilling combination of saturated colors, ancient motifs and modern aesthetics.
Designed by a giant of Swedish lighting, the large-scale fixtures bring major drama.
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