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Scandinavian Modern Brass and Crystal Hanging Lamp by Lisa Johansson-Pape, Orno
By Lisa Johansson-Pape
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Elegantly designed ceiling fan by Finnish designer Lisa Johansson-Pape. Designed in the late 1950s
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Crystal, Brass

The Oriental Hotel, Bangkok' Slim Aarons Estate Edition
By Slim Aarons
Located in London, GB
terrace ceiling fans at the Oriental Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand, 1971. This photograph epitomises the
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1970s Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

C Print

Robert Sonneman Cascading Pendant Chandelier
By Robert Sonneman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
for decades. We designed furniture, appliances, housewares, plumbing fixtures, ceiling fans, and other
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Art deco alabaster and brass pendant light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
ceiling dish light. Circular bowl with carved round fan to the centre of the base, and flowing carved
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Alabaster

Ingo Maurer 'Uchiwa' Chandelier in Original box, Unused, Germany, 1970s
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Budapest, HU
Ceiling lamp designed by Ingo Maurer (1932-2019) for Design M, Munich, known as the SHICHI model
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1970s German Japonisme Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Bamboo, Rope, Paper

Rare Hana I pendand lamp b Ingo Maurer for Design M
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Wien, AT
from six bamboo and rice paper panels, traditional materials of Japanese Uchiwa fans, this unique
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Linen, Parchment Paper, Bamboo

Uchiwa Series Chandelier by Ingo Maurer for Design M, Germany, 1970's
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Design M exemplifies the artistic exploration of the 1970s. Comprising fourteen fans crafted from bamboo
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Bamboo

Art Deco Period Alabaster Hanging Pendant Light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
circular fan in the centre of the base. Light is fitted with a single bulb holder, suspended by 3 ropes
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

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Alabaster

Macrame Fiber Rattan 'Uchiwa' Chandelier / Pendant, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
chandelier has a stunning design with a construction inspired in the Uchiwa ceiling lamp from Ingo Maurer
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Rattan, Acrylic, Wood, Cord

Inflatable Baby (in original Pop Shop Box)
By Keith Haring
Located in New York, NY
Basquiat could be purchased at affordable prices. Haring painted floor to ceiling murals at both boutiques
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1980s Pop Art Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Plastic, Cardboard, Mixed Media, Offset

The Who Pete Townshend 1979 - signed limited edition
By Michael Putland
Located in London, GB
Railway Hotel -- by accident. A temporary stage extension built by the band caused him to hit the ceiling
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1970s Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Silver Gelatin

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Stunning Florian Schulz Double DUOS Brass Pendant Lamp with Side Counter Weights
By Florian Schulz
Located in Berlin, DE
Really beautiful Florian Schulz double posa pendant lamp with one E 27 / model a bulb in polished brass. Each lamp and newly wired.
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
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2010s American Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Textile

Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Fritz Grospietsch, Andreas Bachmann, Atelier Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany, 2019. These nightstands are made out of plywood and brass handles. Finished w...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Retro Ceiling Fan

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Plywood

Pair of Beige Modern Italian Wall Lights "Maxina" Vintage Design Moderne ML134
Located in Lyon, FR
Pair of modern Italian sconces "Maxina" in beige half moon shape made by our Italian craftsman in the style of Stilnovo's work. Wall plate and arm in solid brass, lampshade adjustabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Brass, Metal

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Blueprint Lighting, Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

'Floatation' Japanese Paper Suspension Lamp for Ingo Maurer
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Glendale, CA
'Floatation' Japanese paper suspension lamp for Ingo Maurer. Designed and produced by Ingo Maurer, one of the most celebrated German lighting icons since 1966. With imagination, cre...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Metal, Iron

Tarnished Bronze Handmade Swedish Sculptural Pendant at 39”/ 95cm diameter
By Ovature Studios
Located in Torslanda, SE
The Bonnie range is designed around the stylized form of a Saffron flower, known around the world for its valuable beauty, fragrance and essence. Measures: 35”/ 90cm diameter"ø. Eac...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Brass, Bronze

Pair of Park Night Stands in Oiled Oak by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the Park nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the idea is to create special pieces that you can build ...
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2010s South African Minimalist Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Chandelier, 1930's
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of glass, metal, brass. Upon request,we can shorten the height of the chandelier. The chandelier was completely disassembled and cleaned. The chandel...
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1930s Czech Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

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Metal, Brass

Art Deco Chandelier, 1930's
Art Deco Chandelier, 1930's
H 27.56 in Dm 18.9 in
Trapezi Five Lights Neutral Shades Contemporary Pendant/Chandelier Brass, Glass
By Silvio Mondino Studio
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
The Trapezi contemporary chandelier is inspired by the idea of a Circus Trapeze artist. Hand blown glass in a variety of forms and colors is combined with brass bars and hung by L...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

Organic Modern Bordeira Coffee Table, Marble, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Bordeira Coffee Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, the Bordeira modern coffee ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Marble

Pair of Modern Solid Brass Sconces in the Style of Hans Agne Jakobsson, EL135
By Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Lyon, FR
Modern Italian wall lights in the taste of Hans Agne Jakobsson's work. Structure and cup in solid brass and frosted glass disc. Excellent condition (modern creation), quantity on req...
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2010s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Brass

Two Enlighten 'Rey' Perforated Brass Dome Ceiling Lamp
By Lisa Johansson-Pape, Paavo Tynell
Located in Glendale, CA
Two Enlighten 'Rey' Perforated brass dome ceiling lamp. Hand-fabricated in Los Angeles, these highly refined ceiling lamps are reminiscent of the iconic mid-century Finnish designs o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Brass

Exceptional Art Deco Hand Carved & Layered Alabaster Pendant Light w. Rope Chain
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, geometrically circular Art Deco chandelier. With early 20th century lighting as one of our specialities, we were thrilled to find another rare and truly beautiful Art Deco...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

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Alabaster, Metal, Brass

English Bolection Mantel in Arabescato Marble
Located in London, GB
A stylish English moulded bolection fireplace in Arabescato marble, an Italian marble with a light background that is contrasted by olive-grey veining. A good quality copy of the Que...
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20th Century Queen Anne Retro Ceiling Fan

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Marble

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Baccarat Crystal Chandelier, Thirteen-Light Gilt Bronze, France, 20th Century
By Baccarat
Located in London, GB
Classic style inspired by iconic Second Empire petticoats. The Crinoline chandelier fans out on a gilt
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Retro Ceiling Fan

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Crystal, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Usha Cast Iron Ceiling Fan by Jay Engineering Works Ltd.
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
hook to the ceiling supplied too.
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass, Iron

Ingo Maurer Uchiwa Fan Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Rice-Paper and Bamboo, 1970's
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Splendid version of the rare Uchiwa Fan lamp by Ingo Maurer. We have seen many Ingo Maurer lamps
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Bamboo, Palmwood

Vintage Uchiwa Style Fan Rotan Bamboo Pendant by Ingo Maurer, Mid-Century
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
A vintage bamboo fan chandelier reminding somewhat of the Uchiwa by Ingo Maurer. The light consists
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

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Synthetic, Bamboo, Plastic

Chrome Midcentury Ceiling Mount Fixture or Sconce
Located in Hopewell, NJ
3 lights on each side, 6 chrome bars on each side in a cool fan design; can be mounted on the
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1970s American Retro Ceiling Fan

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Chrome

Carved alabaster Art Deco pendant ceiling light
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Carved alabaster art deco pendant ceiling light circa 1930. Good quality deco period alabaster
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

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Alabaster

1930s Art Deco Geometric Flush Mounted Ceiling Light
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous 1930s Art Deco ceiling light that sits flush to the ceiling. Wonderful design that can't
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Chrome

1950s Swedish Golden Glass & Brass Chandelier by Carl Fagerlund for Orrefors
By Carl Fagerlund, Orrefors
Located in London, GB
brass frame. Each fan is wonderfully textured on the inside with glass shards yet smooth and glossy on
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

Large Midcentury Flush Mount by Solken-Leuchten, Germany, 1960-1970
By Sölken Leuchten
Located in Herentals, BE
This very stylish ceiling lamp was manufactured by Solken-Leuchten. Solken-Leuchten started in
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Aluminum

Hana I Chandelier, Uchiwa Series By Ingo Maurer For Design M, Germany, 1970s
By Ingo Maurer, Design M
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
’, this ceiling light features six fans crafted from bamboo and rice paper, materials traditionally used
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1970s Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Bamboo

Giant Resin Planisphere, France, 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
fixture (wall or ceiling), at the same time providing a large and striking decor. Very good overall
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1950s French Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Resin

Mid-Century Blue Pendant Lamp Veca Fontana Arte Italy 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
, vintage Italian, 3 lamp chandelier, pendant, or ceiling light from the 1960s made in Italy. The shades, in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Blue Pendant Lamp Veca Fontana Arte, Italy, 1960s
By Fontana Arte
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
, vintage Italian, 6 lamp chandelier, pendant, or ceiling light from the 1960s made in Italy. The light
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Glass

Le Salon - 20th Century Expressionist Oil, Interior by Pinchus Kremegne
By Pinchus Krémègne
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
the in the corner of the room, there are windows on each of the walls and a fan on the ceiling
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Mid-20th Century Expressionist Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Rebecca Collins Empress Josephine Brooch in 18kt and Sterling Silver by Paulin
Located in Miami, FL
generally well received. Vivant Denon asked him to help decorate the ceiling at the Tuileries Palace, but
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Late 20th Century American Revival Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver

Aerodynamic Mid-Century Modern Italian Ceiling Fan
By Solar & Palau 1
Located in Peekskill, NY
S&P created this beautiful and rare aluminium ceiling fan in the mid-20th century. This example is
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Matthews Gerbar Vent-Bettina Rotational Bronzette Ceiling Fan, Usa & Brazil
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Matthews Gerbar Vent-Bettina rotational bronzette ceiling fan, USA & Brazil. The Vent-Bettina
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Late 20th Century Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Matthews Gerbar Polished Copper Michelle Parede Wall Ceiling Fan, USA & Brazil
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Matthews Gerbar Polished copper Michelle Parede wall or ceiling fan, USA & Brazil The Michelle
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Aluminum, Stainless Steel

1920s Train Car Ceiling Fan Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a rare combination fan and 4 shade chandelier. It was manufactured by The Safety Car
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

Metal and Brushed Aluminium Table Lamp by Ron Rezek
By Ron Rezek
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
tackled the traditional ceiling fan form. He had never owned a fan when he was hired by a ceiling fan
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1980s Retro Ceiling Fan

Ingo Maurer Uchiwa Fan Ceiling Lamp in Lacquered Rice-Paper and Bamboo, 1970's
By Ingo Maurer, M Design
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Splendid version of the rare Uchiwa Fan lamp by Ingo Maurer. We have seen many Ingo Maurer lamps
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Bamboo, Palmwood

Nova Industries Large Spun Aluminum Saucer Pendant Ceiling Light
By Nova Industries
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exactingly fabricated and uncommon spun aluminum pendant ceiling light by Nova Industries of San
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1980s American Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Rare Ju-Yon Ceiling Lamp by Ingo Maurer, 1973
By Ingo Maurer
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and rare lamp named Ju-Yon made of 14 delicate fans which are made of bamboo and rice
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1970s Italian Japonisme Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Bamboo, Rice Paper

Rare Ju-Ku Ceiling Lamp by Ingo Maurer, 1970s
By Design M, Ingo Maurer
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Beautiful and rare lamp named Ju-Ku made of 19 delicate fans which are made of bamboo and rice
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1970s German Japonisme Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Bamboo, Paper

Antique Art Deco Slip Shade Three-Light Ceiling Light Fixture, circa 1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Art Deco ceiling light fixture offers chandelier with drop lights having cast frame with
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Metal

Stilux Milano Ceiling Lamp in Metal, Brass and Plexiglass, Italy, 1960's
By Stilux
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautifully executed height-adjustable ceiling lamp by Stilux Milano. Very typical for the design
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Metal, Brass

Florian Schulz Double Counter Balance Vintage Light in Brass, Germany, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Morazzone, Varese
ceiling mounting. Black cloth cord working with 110 - 220V, each lamp mounts a max. 100W Edison bulb. (E27
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Brass

Polished Aluminum Dandelion Flush Mount
Located in Hanover, MA
This is a very unusual flushmount ceiling or wall fixture found in Italy but probably from the
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Macrame Fiber and Rattan 'Uchiwa' Chandelier or Pendant, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
chandelier has a stunning design with a construction inspired in the Uchiwa ceiling lamp from Ingo Maurer
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Cord, Rattan, Acrylic, Wood

Angelo Lelii Chandelier in Brass for Arredoluce
By Angelo Lelii
Located in Waalwijk, NL
brass shaft from which six brass leaves 'sprout'. The leaves fan out in a precisely thought out manner
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dual Speed Flying Ceiling Fan
Located in Oakland, CA
A wonderful and playful flying fan
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1950s American Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Aluminum

Dual Speed Flying Ceiling Fan
Dual Speed Flying Ceiling Fan
H 18 in W 32 in D 18 in
Machined Desk Lamp by Ron Rezek
Located in North Hollywood, CA
gained great acclaim in ceiling fans design, offering a modern alternative to the traditional Victorian
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Late 20th Century American Retro Ceiling Fan

Machined Desk Lamp by Ron Rezek
Machined Desk Lamp by Ron Rezek
H 13.5 in W 30 in D 4.5 in
Austrian 1950's Chandelier Attributed to 'Kalmar'
Located in New York, NY
: Kalmar. 12-arms fan out in ‘octopus’ fashion holding white enamel shaped shades. Fixture is meant to be
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1950s Austrian Retro Ceiling Fan

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Brass, Enamel

Exquisite Custom Pepe Mendoza Brass and Enamel Pendants from the 1960s
By Pepe Mendoza
Located in Houston, TX
, and are masterful. The client had them hanging in her Mid-Century bedroom installed from the ceiling
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1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Ceiling Fan

1970s Ceiling Fan Model EOL
Located in Warsaw, PL
. Technical data of the fan: 220 V power supply Power: 90 W 0.45 A Speed: 190 rpm Dimensions: Height: 67 cm
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1970s Polish Industrial Retro Ceiling Fan

Materials

Steel

1970s Ceiling Fan Model EOL
1970s Ceiling Fan Model EOL
H 26.38 in Dm 53.15 in
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Retro Ceiling Fan For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal retro ceiling fan for your home. Each retro ceiling fan for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, stone and alabaster. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer retro ceiling fan, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A retro ceiling fan, designed in the mid-century modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made retro ceiling fan has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Fontana Arte, Ingo Maurer and M Design are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro Ceiling Fan?

Prices for a retro ceiling fan start at $411 and top out at $34,500 with the average selling for $2,034.

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.

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